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Le Pois Penché, Montréal, QC

Le Pois Penché

4.6
4.6
1638 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French
Le Pois Penché perpetuates the style and spirit of Paris in the 1940s, where brasseries perfected the concept of French cuisine as comfort food. Mindful of its legacy, Le Pois Penché hosts a mixture of adventurous diners, seasoned connoisseurs, late-night bon vivants, travellers, and local regulars, always eager to spark conversations over a good glass of wine and favourite French dishes with a Montreal accent.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 37 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    French, Comfort Food, European

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (514) 667-5050

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Maxime Bonneau

  • Catering

    Le Pois Penché offers high-end catering services for your prestigious events. French specialties and custom creations.<br />Info: youssef@lepoispenche.com

  • Private party facilities

    Our private banquet rooms welcome your private parties and business meetings for 20-60 guests. Impeccable organization, French gastronomy, refined hospitality and convenient parking in the heart of downtown.

  • Private party contact

    Youssef Kandalaft: (514) 667-5050

  • Neighbourhood

    Downtown

  • Cross Street

    Rue Drummond

  • Parking Details

    street parking and nearby parking lots

  • Public Transit

    Metro stations: Peel or Guy.

  • Entertainment

    We have Matt Mardini as a singer on Thursday nights, starting at 7:00pm.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,638 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Montreal / Quebec

    French

  • Montreal

    French

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  1. NancyA

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service , ambiance chaleureuse et joyeuse , nourriture excellente , très belle soirée !!

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  2. KarimB

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ordered Pois Penche Sea Food platter got only a small portion of lobster...i.e. no tail

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  3. GeoffreyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always a treat to come into the city for an evening memories.

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  4. Pierre

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This is not my fist visit and for sure i will go back:)

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  5. StevenR

    Montreal

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, great service wonderful place for an intimate dinner or celebration with friends.

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  6. RobertC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went there for lunch and dinner during our weekend and both were excellent. Service was very attentive. My only quibble was that my lamb steak was too salty. We would go here again.

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  7. EmeryB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service1ambience5
    Nous étions de grands habitués du restaurant jusqu'à maintenant. Toutefois, et malgré que notre serveur était excellent et que nous sommes francophones, nous avons été abordé directement en anglais par une autre serveuse (en provenance du bar, vraisemblablement) qui nous amenait le café. Le tout a résulté en une "chicane de couple" sur cette question, et, pour cette raison, c'est la dernière fois que j'ai mis les pieds dans votre restaurant. Je vous suggère d'amener vos employés à revoir leur rapport à la clientèle (***et à ne pas présumer que tout le monde est anglophone***) dans la plus grande ville francophone en Amérique du Nord.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded 4 days agoBonjour Emery ! Nous sommes désolés que cette erreur ait causé une chicane. Nos gérants sont au courant. Vous êtes des clients réguliers et notre équipe vous apprécie énormément. Est-ce que vous avez toujours été bien accueillis et servis en français ? Nos serveurs sont francophones et notre hospitalité dicte de toujours servir nos convives dans la langue de leur choix. Nous espérons que vous nous donnerez une 2e chance. Ce sera un grand plaisir de vous revoir. Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  8. StephenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Really enjoyed the evening and will definitely be back on my next visit to Montreal.

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  9. MariaP

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Although the truffle pasta was good, it didn’t seem to have any outstanding qualities. The service was impeccable.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent French foods and services! Seafoods are fantastic! Great in house singer ! Price is a little higher but it worth it. I would recommend.

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  11. NDDC

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Having had several good lunches there with colleagues I chose to try it for a solo dinner. It was even better. The food was excellent (scallop ceviche, just spicy enough ; succulent halibut with asparagus and béarnaise sauce ; crème brûlée with an extra of Grand Marnier) ; and there was a good champagne rosé by the glass. What made the experience truly outstanding was the service. Marwa and Audrey, the staff who waited my table, were professional, attentive, and friendly. They gave spot-on advice and, with a light touch, ensured that my experience as a woman dining alone was not just very good but excellent.

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  12. AmyV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, we had the fish of the day, it was done perfectly and it as very tasteful.

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  13. LucS

    Montreal

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Toujours dans nos 1er choix, le personnel est gentil et agréable.

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  14. Cashoux

    Montreal

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Très bon souper en fin de soirée. Les fruits de mer était frais et délicieux ainsi que le repas

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 31, 2023Bonjour Cashoux ! Un grand merci pour votre visite et vos compliments ! Au plaisir de vous revoir ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  15. ydontugolf

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible and the ambience was fantastic. Will definitely be coming back.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Seafood platter was fantastic. Service was great Will go again

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant always exceptional food and service. We especially enjoy the singer on Thursday evenings

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 31, 2023Bonjour ! It's a privilege to be your favourite restaurant ! Thank you kindly for your review. We have shared your compliment with Matt Mardini, our singer. See you soon! Fede Director of hospitality

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  18. TaylorT

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were amazing and the service was top notch. Merci à Michael for ensuring we had a great experience. Will definitely be back the next time we’re in Montreal.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and our lunch was excellent. Highly recommend.

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  20. AndyK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Hardly recommended. The food was excellent, the price good. The service excellent and the ambiance good. No the restaurant problem but the clients. Some do not respect the other people and talk and laugh loudly.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Dear AndyK, We are grateful for your compliments and sorry you came at a time when they were loud guests around you. While we cannot avoid people who are less mindful of others, let us assure you that the vast majority of our guests are amazing and respectful. They appreciate that they can enjoy conversations in our restaurant. We'd love to have to opportunity to welcome you again! Fede Director of hospitality

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  21. SSam

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We ordered the beef tartare to share which was nice but not well balanced. I duck itself for the duck confit was okay, but the sauce and the sides that came along with it were delicious. We also got the Alberta lamb steak which was absolutely delicious. It made up for the other two misses. Unfortunately, we didn’t get the best seat in the house which made our experience less enjoyable. Overall, the ambience is very nice and lively.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Dear SSam, Nice and fair review. We love the compliments and welcome the feedback. Our guests help us make sure that everything remains on point! We'll take a look at that tartare, in case something deviated from the usual. Thank you! Fede Director of hospitality

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Marwa served us, she was friendly & efficient. Food excellent, very lovely decor.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Bonjour ! Marwa is a gem. It's a privilege to have her on our team. Thank you for noticing her. It'll be a pleasure to host you again. Fede Director of hospitality

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  23. DeniseP

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Très belle expérience, repas délicieux, entrée de moules délicate et savoureuse, bel agencement de saveurs avec le porc mais surtout excellent service, attentionné et sincère. Décor de brasserie française qui élève le tout.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Chère DeniseP, Nous vous remercions pour vos beaux compliments au service et à la cuisine. Ce sera un plaisir de revoir en terrasse cette été ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  24. RaymondD

    Montreal

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to eat excellent food with a professional service in a great ambiance.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Bonjour RaymondD ! On behalf of everyone at Le Pois Penché, thank you kindly for coming back to dine with us and for your 5-star review! See you soon! Fede Directeur de l'Hospitalité

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  25. Rasputin

    New England

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant. Everything about it is appealing. However for some bizarre reason the regular bar tender, Orita, has been assigned to the dining room rather than the bar and replaced by a series of somewhat inexperienced young men. It does not make sense. Please bring back Orita! Her regulars miss her!

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  26. SteveMartini

    Cancun

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Le Pois Penché went from good to excellent. This establishment is now one of Montreals finest places for a great meal on an amazing corner for people watching. Whether you choose the dining room or the outdoor patio you’ll love the vibe and atmosphere. Highly recommended!

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 30, 2023Dear SteveMartini ! You have have described exactly what we aspire to achieve. Thank you kindly for noticing and for sharing your compliments! It will be our pleasure to hist you again. Warm regards, Fede Director of hospitality

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  27. Mario

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Très bonne ambiance et bonne nourriture. Très agréable et bon acceuil.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Bonjour Mario ! Ce sera un grand plaisir de vous revoir. Merci pour votre belle critique ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I rated 4 stars because of waiter’s service, otherwise it will be a 1 star. Dinner for Mother’s Day, Rémi offered us an amazing service (5 stars), I’ve let the manager know. However the consierge offered us a terrible service. I asked him to seat us to a table for two with banquette for my mama to be more comfortable and he told me it is reserved for a couple, without even checking properly on his reservation system. That table was free until our 2hrs service was completed and I paid the bill.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Bonjour ! We will share your kind review and private message with Rémi. We are glad he was able to overcome the glitch. We apologize sincerely for the table misunderstanding. We will figure out what happened. There could be many reasons why a table remains empty. Somebody could reserve it and not show up! Of course, we must always do our best to accommodate guests like you. Nobody gains by keeping a table empty. Thank you for your kindness and your generous review. Fede Director of hospitality

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  29. Mirella

    Montreal

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We went for Mother’s Day brunch. The restaurant is very charming. The dishes we very good and decent serving size. The service was very good as well. They brought us fresh baguette and butter and jam. This has become rare now in Montreal restaurants. Everything from the bread, to the pastries, main dishes and coffee was excellent.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Dear Mirella, We are very happy your Mother's Day was a success! Thank you for spending it with us. It will be a pleasure to host you again for any occasion. Fede Director of hospitality

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  30. LANN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time at Le Pois Penché and it didn’t disappoint. Sat at the bar. Cocktail was perfect. Crab cake was full of crab. This fish of the day was cooked to perfection.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Dear LANN, Welcome back! Thank you for highlighting the fish. Glad you liked it. We enjoy very much coming up with our "catch of the day" creations. We look forward to serving you again! Fede Director of hospitality

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  31. JeremyB

    New England

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    The bread was terrific, and plentiful. Otherwise the experience was weird. We were seated next the serving station which was entertaining as there were many moving chaotic pieces. After we summoned a waiter, he had no idea how to take an order and keep it straight. Our meal was satisfactory, but our order was not complete. We had cava, mussels, french onion soup and a salmon plat. Nothing special and nothing personal.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 16, 2023Hello JeremyB! This is indeed weird. You have given us our first 1-star review in months. And that's ok because it keeps us on our toes. Mistakes happen in restaurants, no matter how hard we work to avoid them. You were served by Ramy, a waiter who gets numerous compliments on OpenTable. We trust him. We will follow up and find out what went wrong at your table. Please accept our apologies for not giving you our best. Warm regards, Fede Director of hospitality

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  32. JohnK

    Montreal

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We started with soups, scallop ceviche, for mains we had halibut, lamb sirloin and confit de canard. Great dessert too! All was delicious - topped off with excellent service! Wonderful evening!

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Bonjour JohnK ! We love your menu! Excellent choices. On behalf of everyone at Le Pois Penché, thank you kindly for your 5-star review! It will be a pleasure to host you again! Fede Directeur de l'Hospitalité

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  33. HaydenJ

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great ambience. Not too stuffy, not too hip. The kind of place that attracts a mix of young and old. A place that's lively and fun to be in, but quiet enough that you can enjoy an intimate conversation. The house-made cavatelli with mushrooms was sensational.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 25, 2023Dear HaydenJ, Thank you for noticing our client mix. We love it, too. It's truly a pleasure to host such a diverse crowd. It makes our days so enjoyable! We look forward to hosting you again! Fede Directeur de l'Hospitalité

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  34. Michma

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Nourriture très bonne. Service sympathique et chaleureux.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 18, 2023Bonjour Michma ! Merci pour vos compliments à la cuisine et au service. ce sera un plaisir de vous revoir ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  35. BredilletC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent repas avec des produits de belle qualité, et la carte des vins est tout à fait intéressante. Très beau choix à bon prix au vu de la qualité. Le service a été très bon et sympathique, mais un peu familier. Question de goût personnel, mais je préfère un peu plus de distance (sans froideur) avec le personnel de salle. L'endroit est agréable dans un style de belle brasserie à la française. Je recommande sans aucune réserve.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 18, 2023Bonjour BredilletC ! Un grand merci pour votre belle critique constructive. Nous sommes heureux que vous ayez passé un bon moment au Pois et prenons en note vos recommandations. Bien que plusieurs convives aiment la familiarité, vous avez raison de pointer qu'il faut toujours commencer le service avec chaleur, mais un peu de distance. Au grand plaisir de vous revoir ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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  36. Trixie

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a great waiter and the food was good. Ambiance lovely. Food came out pretty quickly.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 18, 2023Bonjour Trixie ! Thank you for your compliments! It will be a pleasure to serve you again. Fede Director of hospitality

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  37. JohnT

    Toronto

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good seafood platter for 2. Good quality and amount of seafood. Price of a bottle of wine is pretty outrageous as is at most restaurants.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 9, 2023Dear JohnT, On behalf of everyone at Pois, thank you for your 5-star review! Very kind! Regarding wine price, wine is part of the total pricing strategy of a restaurant. It contributes to our average margin (food and beverages combined), which is needed to provide quality and fair overall prices, support operations and generate a reasonable profit. Believe us, the balance is much more difficult to achieve than people think! It will be a pleasure to host you again1 Fede Dir. of hospitality

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  38. MelanieL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tout était super Antoine très bon serveur :) Très belle soirée

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 9, 2023Bonjour MelanieL ! De la part de toute notre équipe, merci beaucoup pour vos compliment à Antoine et votre critique 5-étoiles ! Ce sera un plaisir de vous revoir. Fede Directeur de l'Hospitalité

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  39. MasakiM

    Montreal

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and good presentation. Good ambiance.

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 9, 2023Dear MasakiM, Very kind of you to share your feedback. Thank you! All the best, Fede Director of hospitality

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  40. Patsi65

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Poisson frais et bon choix de fruits de mer Belle carte de vins Excellent service de Charles ! Merci et à la prochaine

    Le Pois PenchéResponded on May 9, 2023Bonjour Patsi65 ! Un grand merci pour vos compliments à Charles. C'est un privilège de l'avoir dans notre équipe. Au plaisir de vous revoir ! Fede Directeur de l'hospitalité

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Le Pois Penché is rated 4.6 stars by 1638 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Le Pois Penché

1230 de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montréal, QC H3G 1M2

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Rue Drummond

  • Neighbourhood

    Downtown

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    French, Comfort Food, European

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    street parking and nearby parking lots

  • Public Transit

    Metro stations: Peel or Guy.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Maxime Bonneau

  • Entertainment

    We have Matt Mardini as a singer on Thursday nights, starting at 7:00pm.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (514) 667-5050

  • Catering

    Le Pois Penché offers high-end catering services for your prestigious events. French specialties and custom creations.<br />Info: youssef@lepoispenche.com

  • Private party facilities

    Our private banquet rooms welcome your private parties and business meetings for 20-60 guests. Impeccable organization, French gastronomy, refined hospitality and convenient parking in the heart of downtown.

  • Private party contact

    Youssef Kandalaft: (514) 667-5050

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