We had another enjoyable evening at Gille Nature. My wife and I particularly appreciate sitting at the bar, and this visit was no exception... we had plenty of space and felt very comfortable throughout the evening. The staff interactions were, as always, warm, attentive, and genuinely pleasant, which really adds to the overall experience. A standout moment was when the chef noticed we were intrigued by the salad, sucrine au Roquefort. He kindly approached us, provided explanations, and described the dish perfectly. It was a thoughtful and personal touch that made the experience even more memorable. We started by sharing the fried calamari, which was nicely prepared and perfect to kick things off. I had the burger, which was satisfying and well executed, while my wife opted for the sucrine au Roquefort, which did not disappoint. Overall, it was a relaxed and enjoyable evening at a very reasonable price. Definitely a place we’re happy to come back to.
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We ordered all the seafood appetizers + a miso black cod from the daily menu. On the whole, the appetizers were good individually and one or two of them pretty interesting. Though I don’t recommend doing what we did and order all of them tapas style. For one, some portions were pretty large. More consequentially, most of them had the same feel, where they cover seafood flavor and texture with cream, sauce and crispiness. The two that we liked were the Baked Clams with some nice acidity from the peppers and the Tuna Aguachile Crudo. The least liked are the 2 Fried Oysters; texture and taste of the shellfish are covered and not present. The Miso Black Cod from the blackboard was a miss for us. The waitress described it as light and flakey, but it was the opposite: dense, heavy and rich. Missing something light to complement it, it felt like a chore to eat. We still very much enjoyed the experience overall, just wishing a bit more variety for the palate and not have everything rich/fried. Love that this kind of restaurant is popping up on the West Island.
Mortadella was really good! The steak and duck too was good. Id skip the white asparagus.
This is the service you get for a birthday dinner Can’t even give a piece of cake 600$ for 4 people Wouldn’t recommend to anyone Can’t even believe they would even bring this out
We had dinner for three on a Friday night at Grille-Nature. Drinks were served with mint and limes making a delicious mojitos. Our server was amazing with so much information to share. His descriptions of the menu were very enticing. The food was very tasty and not overcooked. We were even able to watch the hockey playoff game.
Food was amazing! Tried a few things on the menu including the clams, calamari, cod, scallops and they were all delicious!
We had the burrata, tuna aguachile, gnocchi with veal ragu and duck confit. All were excellent. Bartender/server Glen was awesome and makes a great dirty martini. Courteous, efficient and a pro:) We had an issue with something we ordered and the chef/owner (?) made the situation right with grace and kindness. So happy to see the WI upping its game. And catering to the limited and more adventurous palettes close to home:) Thank you!
My wife and I dined at this establishment this evening.The service we received was first class. Everything we ordered was incredibly delicious. The crispy squid was far and away the best we ever had.The only dish that fell flat was the honey and ginger shrimp.It lacked flavour and should not have exited the kitchen.The duck confit was WOW!!!! but a little more sauce on that plate as well as a more decorative presentstion would have been nice.Overall the food is absolutely delicious.I was not at all expecting to see Gateau Marjolaine on the menu and that alone made my evening.I suspect that came by way of Joe Beef.There is nothing like Gateau Marjolaine. The Negatives: Noise levels can become a bit distractive Dress code is a bit confusing.Are we casual or are we Smart casual.Some patrons looked like they were at a standup tubesteak supper at Lafleur's and others looked like they belonged in a saw dust joint.This is what happens when you combine haute gamme cuisine with ball park cuisine,you suffer from identity crisis.Not sure if the 2 can work together.Only time will tell. Would we go back? The answer is a resounding YES!!!!! The food is just toooooo goooood not to return.
Best thing to happen to the West Island 🥩 🍷 👌🏽
Friends made a reservation 2 months ahead and we were all looking forward to a great meal. Our waiter Dean was excellent. Attentive and friendly and efficient. Devore was very nice with a great warmth and attention to detail. My wife ordered the hanger steak. I ordered the thick cut bacon and the New York strip aux poivre. Unfortunately both our steaks were overcooked but we’re still tasty. The bacon was delicious and well prepared. My buddy and his wife ordered the Caesar salad which they said was delicious. He ordered the burger which was great and his wife ordered the hanger steak which was also overcooked. Seemed like the kitchen had some issues with doneness this night. For dessert, we had the Marjolaine cake which was good but pricey at $16 for a small slice. Strange considering most menu items were quite reasonable. Our friends had the sticky toffee cake which they liked. Sitting in a lovely restaurant with excellent service is always fun. Will definitely be back.
A much needed gem in the West Island ! Friendly staff to delicious plates with local delicacies!
What an incredible experience at Grille Nature. A long-awaited spot that we finally got to enjoy with friends. The highly anticipated dining experience didn’t disappoint, it far exceeded expectations. As a self-proclaimed home cook, I’m not easily impressed and usually love cooking at home. This really showed me the difference between a home cook and a chef. I was happily humbled, I can’t cook like that, even with all the YouTube help. Dining is alive and well, and yes, it’s a luxury, but Grille Nature is the right place for that special occasion. We were greeted by name with smiles by David McMillan at the door and guided to our table by a very friendly host. Our waitress, Alia, was full of passion and had great suggestions. She brought dishes that paired perfectly together, banger after banger, no misses. Big shoutout to the kitchen, truly incredible. We had the white asparagus with prosciutto, scallops with potato butter, sausage coil with poached pear and long hots, miso cod, pork skewer with lentils, Furley bread, panna cotta, Parisian flan, and cassis sorbet to finish. Shoutout to Jenny (sorry if I got the name wrong). Ordering a Pigeon Hill wine sparked a great conversation about Quebec wine, and she offered us a taste of a crisp gem. Thanks for the recommendation of L’Espiegle. The vibe was right, great tunes, proper lighting, and even a hockey game on (Go Habs Go!). What a gem to have in the West Island, greatly appreciated by us west of the West Island folks. And yes, parking was plentiful. We’ll 100% be coming back, and soon.
Awesome place , great service & great food. Staff is awesome , owner is super cool, definitely recommend!!!
Amazing service and even better food, I was recently in NYC and tried the Delmonicos porterhouses, the one I had here was right up there and that’s a statement in itself
I was really looking forward to this restaurant. Everything was great before we were officially seated, but then I noticed the table was uneven, so I used the paper from the fries to balance it. The food was quite good, with strong Japanese influences. Throughout the meal, I had to pour my own drinks. When it came time to pay, they actually forgot to include the cost of the drinks—if this were a shop, they probably wouldn’t be able to charge it afterward, haha!
Everything about this place is amazing. Was there recently for my birthday and every single bite was a wow....genuinly a true culinary experience. Can't wait to go back here.
Great spot, great vibe, great food. West-Island needed this. Dave and his team are amazing.
A very good restaurant. Glad they are now in the West Island. Food is delicious. Outstanding service, they raise the bar. Got to meet one of the owners tonight, I felt welcomed and appreciated. I will definitely return with friends.
Excellent 👌
Absolutely outstanding meal, impeccable service and a very positive vibe in the restaurant. I was blown away and I will be returning. Thank you for a fabulous experience, see you soon.
The service in the dining area was excellent, and the food quality was truly top-notch. Our server was number one as well,exceptional, attentive, and truly made the experience stand out. We go back again.
The experience was a bit disappointing. The food arrived cold, which took away from the meal, and the pricing felt somewhat high for what was offered. Overall, it didn’t quite meet expectations, and I’m not sure I would return.
Excellent meal, service, and atmosphere! The staff are incredibly kind and attentive, the food was superb, we had a great time!
Unbelievable experience. Every dish was unique. Service was impeccable.
Went on a Thursday around 4:15 and we basically had the whole place to ourselves, which was amazing. Our server was 10/10 he was super knowledgeable, explained everything on the menu, and made the whole experience even better. The food was fantastic. I honestly don’t think I’ve had better duck confit in Montreal (only time I’ve had it this good was in Paris). The béarnaise sauce was out of this world, and the calamari was perfectly coated, seasoned, and delicious. Loved the atmosphere, and both chefs being there made it feel really special. As someone who grew up in the West Island and a foodie for 34 years, I’m so happy there’s finally a spot like this here. They really nailed it. Already planning my next visit. I also shared a reel with more on my IG: @mtlfoodgal
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Opening hours
- Sunday 16:00 - 23:00
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday 16:00 - 23:00
- Thursday 16:00 - 23:00
- Friday 16:00 - 23:00
- Saturday 16:00 - 23:00
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