Had a great first experience and decided to come back a second time. It did not disappoint! The server was very kind and took the time to explain the menu, which I really appreciated. I love the variety on the menu. There’s something for everyone. The atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming.
Reviews / Ratings for Restaurant Henri
It’s very nice in here, but it is SO loud. I wouldn’t recommend for a work meeting - you won’t be able to hear anything.
Seamless valet service, attentive and professional staff, and outstanding cuisine. A wonderful dining experience from start to finish.
My friends did invite me here. It was Ok. Certainly Not bad, but I was particularly NOT thrilled.
Absolutely stunning place. The food was even better! Great service, Mark and Dave were so professional! Highly recommend!!
Everything is paid attention to. From the moment you walk in, to exiting the establishment. The service and food is great. Perfect for client lunch meetings, appero or a dinner out, you will not be disappointed.
A most in Montreal food scene .. can’t wait to go back
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My brother the manager invited me and my wife last week , we were very impressed by the overall…. Food , service , ambiance …. For sure , we will go back and dine there …. I recommande it !
Made reservations for breakfast on St Valentine’s Day. Waited 15 minutes for coffee. Complained to the maitre D and got no acknowledgment. Hence we walked out and got better service at Roselys( no reservation).
I had a business lunch there a few weeks ago and the food and service were excellent. The Joue de Boeuf Braisée was perfectly cooked, and the chocolate fondant for dessert was delicious.
Sarturday morning Brunch..never got pur coffee or water..no bowls or spoons..lousy food and poor service. A shame. Have dinned here before, was good!
This my second review for this exceptional restaurant. The dining experience from start to finish was attentive and warm, the atmosphere inviting, and every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. You can truly taste the quality and care in every bite. Highly recommended — Been a regular client for the last few years and I still rate it top in my books.
I had heard quite a bit about this place and decided to try it for a birthday dinner after not visiting for some time. Given the reputation and the pricing, expectations were naturally high. The evening started well enough. Our server was polite and efficient, and the dining room has that carefully curated “Parisian brasserie” aesthetic. Unfortunately, the experience began to unravel once the food arrived. We ordered a charcuterie board to share, followed by duck confit and a seafood risotto. The board was underwhelming — minimal variety, small portions, and nothing that justified the price. It felt assembled rather than curated. The duck confit, which should be crisp on the outside and tender within, arrived lukewarm with rubbery skin. The risotto was overly salty and closer to sticky rice than the creamy texture one expects. Both dishes lacked refinement and attention to detail. When I mentioned the issues, the manager came to the table. The explanation was brief — “That’s how the kitchen prepares it now.” The tone, however, was what stood out. It felt less like concern for a guest’s experience and more like I was being granted an audience. There was a subtle sense that I should appreciate the clarification, as though dissatisfaction required justification. A small dessert was offered as compensation. Considering the final bill approached $220 CAD with wine, it didn’t meaningfully address the imbalance between cost and quality. Montreal has many restaurants that deliver both confidence and consistency at this price level. Unfortunately, this visit suggested that branding is doing more of the heavy lifting here than the kitchen.
Came here to celebrate a birthday with a group, and it was honestly underwhelming. For a place that presents itself as “special,” nothing felt special. The food was fine but forgettable, the service rushed and oddly impersonal for a celebration, and no one really seemed tuned in to the fact that this was meant to be an event, not just another table to turn over. When you leave a birthday dinner and the highlight is “at least we were all together,” that kind of says it all. Probably okay for a regular meal, but not where I’d plan a celebration again.
Would you like to overpay for mediocre food wrapped in a French name, paired with average service in a so-called “upscale” brasserie? Then you’ve found your spot. The pricing suggests refinement; the execution does not. The food is forgettable, the atmosphere tries very hard, and the service suffers from a system where tips are pooled — which conveniently removes any real incentive for staff to care. As for management, the tone is openly threatening. I personally heard a manager say: “I’ll fire anyone who forgets to punch out.” That kind of leadership creates stress, not quality service. Staff are clearly interchangeable here, and it shows in the atmosphere. Postscript (upon reading the owners response): For clarity, my review is based on my experience as a customer. My wife and I dined at your restaurant as guests, and she also returned afterward — following my departure — where she was threatened by a member of your management team. These experiences stand entirely on their own and are unrelated to any employment matters. It is therefore difficult to reconcile your reference to “transparency” with an attempt to discredit a customer’s account by implying ulterior motives, while simultaneously refusing to address the facts raised. Readers can draw their own conclusions.
I had high expectations for this restaurant, but unfortunately, the experience fell far below them. The food was deeply disappointing. The dishes lacked balance, freshness, and overall attention to detail. What was presented as refined cuisine felt uninspired and poorly executed, especially considering the pricing and reputation. The service mirrored the food — inattentive, distant, and at times noticeably snobbish. Hospitality should make guests feel welcome, yet the atmosphere suggested that customers were an inconvenience rather than valued patrons. The ambiance also left much to be desired. Instead of feeling warm, sophisticated, or inviting, the environment felt cold and uncomfortable, making it difficult to relax or enjoy the evening. Overall, the restaurant seems to rely more on image than substance. Sadly, it is not a place I would recommend or return to.
Henri at Hotel Birks was a beautiful experience. The ambiance is warm, intimate, and thoughtfully designed—calm, elegant, and inviting without feeling formal. The service truly stood out: friendly, attentive, and genuine, especially at the bar, where everything felt relaxed and well cared for. The food was excellent, but it was the atmosphere and service that made the night feel special. A place that makes you want to slow down and enjoy every moment.
Reservation: 6:30 on Monday (29 Dec); arrived close to 6 and got seated right away. Host service: 5/5 Server: David was well spoken, always smiled and happy to answer any questions. 5/5 Cocktail: La Phenomene - rye whiskey, red wine, peach liquer... 5/5 Appetizers: Escargots à l'ail gratinés: buttery, garlic; almost 12 pieces 5/5 Tartare boeuf (Beef tartar): soft, delicious, seasoned well 5/5 Soupe à l'oignon (Onion soup): nice beef flavored stock, sweet onions, cheese-crouton a bit small 4.5/5 Foie gras de canard mi-cuit (duck liver): silky, smooth 5/5 Mains: Linguini aux crevettes épicées (Spicy shrimp linguine): very tasty, the best 5/5 Joue de boeuf braisèe (braised Beef): super tender, melt in your mouth 5/5 Chef's recommendation: crusted Halibut with sweet potato purée and grilled root vegetables - a bit dry 4/5 Dessert: Mille-feuille façon Henri: flaky and not too sweet 5/5 Paris-Brest (chou pastry with hazel praline and cream) 5/5 Ambiance: well lit, easy conversations (not loud) 5/5 Overall 5/5 Total cost: ~400 CAD plus tip
Very disappointed basic food / very overpriced. Food wasn’t served all together. Won’t go back.
Great service by Gabriel and the food was excellent
Such a beautiful place to grab brunch, with a delicious menu, including seafood cold bar, and buzzy atmosphere without being too loud to catch up with friends.
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- Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
- Monday 07:00 - 23:00
- Tuesday 07:00 - 23:00
- Wednesday 07:00 - 23:00
- Thursday 07:00 - 23:00
- Friday 07:00 - 00:00
- Saturday 08:00 - 00:00
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