Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Montreal

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Montreal? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Villa Elina

4.8

4.8 (398)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Vaudreuil-Dorion

About the restaurant

Welcome to Ristorante Villa Elina (450-510-6607)
Our Chefs are proud to present their menus, created with fresh local products and authentic ingredients imported from Italy.
Discover our Italian inspired gourmet dishes, which are sure to indulge your senses.
Reservations: restaurant@chateau-vaudreuil.com

Top review

Terri

Dined 1 day ago

Thank you for making our mom’s 83rd birthday lunch such a memorable event. Outstanding service 🥂🌻

Okeya Kyujiro Montreal

4.9

4.9 (637)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro

Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs.
We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment.
We do not have a kid’s menu.

RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee.
Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 18% service fee.
A valid credit card is required to make the reservation.
To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@okeya.ca

PRICE: $300 (Dinner) /$175 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

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Yiu

Dined 6 days ago

I had the dinner. Definitely the same food as in Japan, but with a faster pace (1.8 hours to finish all 20+ dishes). This made me think about my good time in Japan. But the only problem is that you have to pay twice as much to get this good food. Most dishes were well-made by the chef. Love all the food. The servers were super friendly. Would love to go back here.

Garde Manger

4.9

4.9 (2871)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Chef Chuck Hughes and Chef Christopher Merrick collaborate to offer a mind bending experience at this Old Montreal landmark. Over the top tasting menus in a supremely unique historic building, complimented by outstanding service, an unparalleled atmosphere and deep, notable wine selections.

*Please note that we have a full bar permit, which in Quebec means NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 ALLOWED.

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Pete

Dined 2 days ago

Sitting at the bar working through the appetizer menu with amazing wines was a delight !

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4.6

4.6 (1274)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located In A Beautiful Three-Story Victorian Grey Stone Building From The 19th Century In The Heart Of Downtown Montreal, Ristorante Da Vinci Is Located Near All Major Hotels And In Walking Distance From The Bell Centre. Ristorante Da Vinci Has Been A Premiere Dining Attraction And Destination In Montreal For 60 Years.

Ristorante Da Vinci Offers Its Guests A Feast For The Eyes, A Refined Palate And A Unique Table Service. With The Highest Regard For Food Preparation As Well As A Long And Impressive Wine List Combined With An Elegant Interior Design, Ristorante Da Vinci Sets The Perfect Atmosphere For The Most Memorable Dining Experience. Whether You Are At The Restaurant For A Casual Pre-Game Celebration, A Lovers Date Or A Corporate Diner, Ristorante Da Vinci Can Guarantee You A Memorable Culinary Experience.

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Lee

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

Very good experience. Meal and service were very very good, in fact excellent.

Reuben's Deli & Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (33)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Montreal

About the restaurant

Founded in 1976, Reuben’s Deli and Steakhouse has become synonymous with tradition and excellence. A landmark institution, this local eatery is famous for Montreal-style smoked meat, expertly prepared with a long-held family recipe and hand-carved to perfection with old world skill.

Known for the finest selection of premium steaks cuts, burgers and salads, Reuben's is a comfort food destination for all tastes. Open for lunch and dinner, portions are generous and served by an experienced team of professionals.

Reuben's boasts a varied selection of wines, beers and spirits and their inventive house cocktails are a must try. Complete your outing with a slice of homemade strawberry cheesecake. Too full? Take a slice to go!

Top review

Tamika

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

We visited Reuben's during our trip to Montreal from the U.S. Our experience at Reuben's was outstanding. We had 2 different Salmon dishes and the Salmon melted in our mouths. The atmosphere was perfect and our waiter, Orly, was engaged, kind, witty and extremely knowledgeable. We could not have asked for a better experience.

McKiernan Rôtisserie

4.8

4.8 (176)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Rotisserie Chicken

Verdun

About the restaurant

Large, airy setting featuring natural wine + beer, rôtisserie classics, fresh housemade pasta, schnitzel and daily specials. Prime rib roast and big butcher's cuts for the table on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, as well as brunch on the weekends! Family friendly and festive. Kids and foosball aficionados welcome.

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Rosanna

Dined 3 days ago

Never knew brussel sprouts could be so delicious!!!

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Experience

Souper de 8 à 20 // Dinner for 8 to 20 ($65/)

Experience

Brunch de 8 à 20 // Brunch for 8 to 20

Experience

Dîner de 8 à 20 // Lunch for 8 to 20

LOV McGill

4.7

4.7 (2287)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Vegetarian

Downtown

About the restaurant

LOV speaks of a tasty and responsible cuisine which allows one to make choices that are healthful both for oneself and for the planet serving plant-based and vegetarian dishes.

** No reservations for bar **

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Miriel

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Spectacular lunch, service was fantastic and the food, mocktails and deserts were so delicious!! Great ambiance & amazing experience overall. Thank you!

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4.8

4.8 (4798)

CAN$51 and over

French

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Three delightfully decorated halls in the Empire style that dominated
the Napoleonic era give the restaurant the intimate character
that guests treasure. An exquisite cuisine, prepared with French savoir-faire
and showcasing the finest fresh regional products.

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Deena

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful authentic French dishes. Very interesting spin with the crème brûlée fois gras (loved it) and all the beef/lamb dishes were excellent (especially the fillet mignon). The rabbit wrapped in dough was very earthy and delicious. Chicken with Bri is right up my Alley because I believe Bri should be a food group, but if you are not in love with Bri, steer clear of this one. It was so yummy!! Excellent service, but a bit slow. We are American tourists and are very much used to the in and out exp, but this is meant to be a relaxed dining experience, meaning the comment about speed or lack of it is more us than the restaurant. A bit pricey, but quality, creativity and all the yummy decadent sauces and desserts made it all well with it!

Le Vin Papillon

4.8

4.8 (93)

CAN$51 and over

Wine Bar

Griffintown/St-Henri

About the restaurant

Neighbourhood wine bar serving small, shareable dishes and rotating selection of natural wine.

Top review

Elaine

Dined 1 day ago

What a fabulous experience! The food was excellent … there were some plates that will forever be in my mind! I’m not sure if the name of the dish but it was a zucchini blossom stuffed with a scallop … go now why they are offering this dish!!

L'Orignal

4.7

4.7 (1478)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French / Canadian

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Restaurant L’Orignal is tucked a few steps below street level in a historic building on a sleepy side street in Old Montreal. We’ve been serving elegant comfort food and inventive dishes inspired by Quebec’s vast terroir since 2008. Our menu changes often in order to elevate seasonal ingredients. We choose our suppliers in consideration of the quality of their products as well as the sustainability of their practices.

But a restaurant is more than outstanding food, wine and cocktails. When you visit us, you can also expect…

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Robert

Dined 4 days ago

The food and atmosphere was fantastic. Service was a bit slow as it appeared there was only one server. Service was very friendly and efficient however. The food ingredients and quality were excellent and the preparation was perfect. Our only complaint was a very noisy and misbehaving child at the table next to us which was beyond the control of the restaurant.

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