€€€€ • French American • Downtown
We love coming to Montreal for the people, the history, and - most importantly - the food. Our visit to Maison Boulud this evening was as exceptional as was our first visit years ago. The ambience, the food and - most especially - the service (thanks Gilbert!) was, as always, outstanding. The pace of the meal is never rushed. The menu selection is varied with something for everyone. Everything we had (see photos) was flavorful, fresh, creative and beautifully presented.
Our server, Gilbert, was exceedingly friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. He was great to talk to and even found out that my birthday was the previous week and brought out the restaurant's renowned madeleines on a Happy Birthday plate with a candle. THAT is thoughtful service.
The atmosphere is sophisticated without being stuffy. Some people were more "dressed up" and others were more casual and everyone fit in. The space just lends itself to a wonderful evening.
Combine all of the above and you get an unforgettable evening. Is it inexpensive? I rate restaurants (too many on TA to count) based on one thing: the price/value ratio (i.e. do you get what you pay for). For me dinner at Maison Boulud delivers every time and tonight was no exception.
We're coming back to Montreal in July and have already booked a table at Maison Boulud. There's a reason we keep coming back. Find out for yourself. You won't be disappointed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!