Joe Beef

Nick S (16 reviews)

7 May 2026

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5.0

It lived up to its reputation - the food was awesome. We started with oysters and clams as well as the smoked meat croquettes - all tasty. We ordered 3 mains (lobster spaghetti, cod and beef filet) and they were all very delicious. Finished off with a cheese plate featuring some great Quebec cheeses. Recommend.

Andrew Crick (4 reviews)

4 May 2026

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4.3

Alot of people told me to come here and try it, I wasn't disappointed per se but it wasn't as good as everyone made it out to be, I had the duck, foie gras, and tar tar, I found the portion of duck to be small for the price point. The foie gras and tar tar were good sized I shared them with my partner, but I found the prices of the mains to be much on the higher end. Good food and service but not sure I'd come back due to the prices

RoadTrip da Manuu (8 reviews)

3 May 2026

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5.0

This was the best restaurant of my LIFE, the atmosphere is super pleasant and airy. The staff are lovely people, I really enjoyed the experience, and the price was very fair for the service. ❤️

Angie Vasquez (51 reviews)

29 Apr 2026

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5.0

Spectacular! The food was amazing and we were beyond pampered! We loved everything about this experience!!❤️

Craig (12 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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5.0

Wonderful food and service. Had the lobster spaghetti and a duck dish along with steak tartar and bone marrow as well as scallops and shrimp scampi. Staff was so gracious and the food was delicious. 10/10 would recommend it.

Dominick W (4 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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5.0

Been coming to Joe Beef since it opened and last Friday was another reminder of why it stays at the top for me. The bone marrow with escargot is still one of the best things I've eaten in this city, and they never seem to mess with it. The room feels lived-in in the best way — tight tables, a warm buzz, and staff who actually know the menu inside out. If you haven't been, just go; if you have, you already know.

Nisi Arel (63 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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5.0

Best seafood platter, steak, etc etc... we ordered a feast! So great. Service is outstanding

Silpa (202 reviews)

26 Apr 2026

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5.0

I always love going to Joe’s Beef when I visit Montreal. The food can be heavy, so don’t order too much at once, although it’s great food! I love getting the oysters 🦪 and lobster 🦞 spaghetti. The steak is great as well!

Marta Karaś (252 reviews)

24 Apr 2026

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5.0

Foie gras double down was nothing short of incredible. Enjoyed all other dishes, too. The service was excellent, and so it was the atmosphere. I am really looking forward to being back.

Kathy Lester (18 reviews)

24 Apr 2026

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3.7

Maybe it was because we aren’t used to French food, but the rabbit and the veal dishes were almost an edible. The halibut I had personally was quite good though a very small serving for the price. The drinks were great! The service was excellent! And it was a quirky, comfortable atmosphere and not too terribly loud in a small space.

Jessica (157 reviews)

24 Apr 2026

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5.0

Very cool experience, staff were amazing! Food was delicious. There are so many spots to try in Mtl probbaly wouldn't go a 2nd time.

Sage H (121 reviews)

23 Apr 2026

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5.0

The service was excellent, so much fun; the restaurant is quiant and wonderful; the food was fun and very very good. Overall easy 5 star experience, would go back in a heartbeat.

G L (36 reviews)

22 Apr 2026

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5.0

Great place, great French food. Duck and dessert were incredible. Great and friendly staff.

Nick Harris (4 reviews)

21 Apr 2026

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5.0

We tried a good portion of the appetizers and were not disappointed once. The beef tartare, shrimp cocktail, and oysters were spectacular. My partner loved the foie gras but I thought that the lobster salad was the best. Best service I’ve had. Can’t recommend enough.

AYAKO (20 reviews)

20 Apr 2026

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5.0

The oysters were so good I couldn’t resist ordering more 🦪✨ The atmosphere was lovely too, and it turned into such a special memory from my trip 🥺

Sasa Misaljevic (2 reviews)

19 Apr 2026

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4.7

As expected food was excellent, all good and wholesome ingredients, well made. Pricey for what they offer, nothing that I could not make my self, at home, using prime ingredients and doing everything right. I guess they sell name and reputation as well

Emily Baker (2 reviews)

18 Apr 2026

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5.0

This place is next level. Good music. Happy servers. Incredible food. Great wine recs. Special place to go to celebrate for sure. If you're thinking about going, just go, you won't regret it.

Zach Caylor (11 reviews)

17 Apr 2026

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5.0

Not a foodie but was absolutely worth the stop while we were in Montreal - may have been one of the most intentional, flavorsome meals in my life. Staff was kind and attentive. atmosphere was superb. Price worthwhile Would visit again.

Highball (16 reviews)

17 Apr 2026

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4.3

Joe Beef was highly recommended but the overall quality was mid. Just didn't measure to my expectations. The staff was amazing and helpful. The atmosphere is very lively.

Paul Rafferty (4 reviews)

16 Apr 2026

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5.0

Excellent…

JG C (220 reviews)

14 Apr 2026

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5.0

By far the best restaurant in Montreal. Great food , good options , service is fun and the ambiance also. It s not a snob place you have a great time while eating great food at a reasonable price.

Maxine McCarthy (17 reviews)

12 Apr 2026

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1.0

I have been looking to dine at Joe Beef for years. I could only get a reservation at Liverpool House the last time I visited Montreal in August of 2022, and based on how high that experience was, wanted to ensure I got in this round. We got a reservation at 9:15 at the bar. Which really did not make a difference. We showed up a few minutes early but it was five minutes of servers and staff alike walking by us, obviously busy, without a smile or we’ll be right with you. I work in hospitality and regardless of what you have in your hands or how busy you are, you greet, say hello, flash a smile and let the guest know we’ll be right with you. But all members of the staff were more concerned with resetting tables than addressing that we were standing at the door for 5+ minutes. When the host finally greeted us she said they were setting it up. Another 15 minutes go by. When we finally get at the bar they were apologetic. The host with the long nails brought us an INCH of Prosecco each, but we appreciated the gesture anyways. The chairs seemed like one seat where they shoved two stools into, but we were determined to enjoy the night that we had been looking forward to regardless. She offered us martinis (which were not comped), and streamlined them making sure we got them right away that we appreciated. It was a few minutes before we got offered water. They were obviously busy so we did not mind since we had a little bit of Prosecco in front of us. The chef on the oyster bar went into great depth about the specials.. he was kind but maybe a little flustered? Normally I love in-depth menus but it was almost overkill, and he was almost yelling at us? Unsure if they were drinking on but.. We got the shrimp cocktail which was good, tartare and snails were just okay. They were able to move us to a table but the service was inconsistent. All members of staff seemed more occupied with taking shots with VIP table in the window than actually effectively running a renowned restaurant. The only members who seemed to care about their jobs was the brunette host without nails, the brunette male server they transferred us to (he had the section across from the bar), and the blonde male bartender with circle glasses. Lobster pasta was one dimensional. Steak was super mid. We skipped desert because the blaring disco music was so loud that we could not hear one another. Overall, a 1/5 is being generous. We left in disbelief of the experience, one of our nights in MTL and $400 completely wasted.

clive bethel (26 reviews)

10 Apr 2026

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5.0

We had an outstanding time dining at Joe Beef. For my 2 colleagues and myself, it exceeded expectations. Well worth a trip.

Kyle Rich (267 reviews)

10 Apr 2026

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4.7

Had a really nice dinner here to celebrate a birthday. Servers were amazing and the vibes in the restaurant were impeccable. We really liked the stuffed poultry - it was a special off menu option for the night. Would highly recommend anytime it’s available.

Kate Lau (6 reviews)

9 Apr 2026

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1.0

One of us got stomach pains and needed to throw up after eating the seafood platter. He skipped the rest of the dinner in the washroom. The busgirl dropped the container full of sauce over my son’s shoulder but continued to serve the dishes without taking any action or apologize. Very disappointed with the experience for the price.