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Restaurant Le Grain De Sel

2375 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montreal, Quebec H2K 2J5, Canada
(514) 522-5105
Ranked #1 of 2,602 restaurants in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 170 Reviews
Cuisines: Bistro, European, French
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Ville-Marie
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94% Recommend
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Hamilton, Canada
Top Contributor
120 reviews 120 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
77 helpful votes 77 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

+ I am so glad we found this place!!! We tried 2 appetizers, 2 entrées and I had dessert. The veal was (pardon my French) freaking amazing! As were the sauces for the bread. I licked those mini glasses clean!!! Their lemon -ginger dessert= amazing! - Unfortunately, no reservation = a crappy table in the back. :-( So, do make... More

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See 11 more reviews by cocolinu for Montreal
Toronto, Canada
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Very delicious! We found this ranked #1 restaurant in Montreal from tripadisor. Recommend: - Calamari 2 ways - Quebec Wagyu baby beef tartare - Prawn and Pork Belly Duo - Beef steak with smoky favor

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See 4 more reviews by JackieTse for Montreal
Richmond, Virginia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We had dinner here on a Friday night, making our choice as others did by the consistent high ranking on TripAdvisor. This was our last night in Canada on a week-long trip, and we consider ourselves fortunate to have saved this for last - it was a memorable dinner. While waiting for the appetizers to come out, the chef sent... More

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Montreal
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

I ate at this place some 20 years ago and decided to come back upon a family member's recommandation. The decor has changed, the menu and also the team, but it was a pleasant moment, we had a good meal, serviced by a very charming and warm team. I recommend the beef tartar and the lemon mousse for desert.

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Durango, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We took the metro here based on the reviews we read - definitely lived up to the expectations. It was the best meal I have had in memory. The chef was gracious enough to translate the menu for us (only in French). The wild boar mini-burgers were SO GOOD!! They melt in your mouth!!! And, the chicken wrapped in bacon... More

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See 4 more reviews by zec87 for Montreal
Montreal
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This is probably one of the best restaurants I've been to in my life. Everything about it was great. Since all the positive has been described in other comments, I can only add that everything is true, and that it's truely deserving of its first spot in Montreal restaurants. Good job!

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See 7 more reviews by RedDust for Montreal
Boston
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

Our group of four decided to visit after I read the many reviews on Trip Advisor. It was definitely worth the trip! It is in a quiet neighborhood so it is likely you will have to take a cab. Our waiter was fantastic! You could tell he really cared about the food. Everything we ate was delicious. The wine list... More

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See 4 more reviews by CharAva23 for Montreal
Montevideo, Uruguay
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Was recommended this restaurant by a friend and they happily accommodated our party of 13 (at the back which was almost like having a private dining room). Food: couldn't fault any of the dishes and there was a lot of food envy going on - wild boar sliders melted in your mouth and spider steak was extremely tender. Drinks: Extensive... More

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See 2 more reviews by Claimant for Montreal
Toronto
Top Contributor
83 reviews 83 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
4
people found this review helpful

I had this restaurant on my to go to list for some time. I shouldn't have waited so long. The service is remarkably casual but very competant. Excellent I,ago native menu combined with some seriously good talent in the kitchen makes for some remarkably interesting dishes. The lack of the haute cuisine attitude coupled with a fabulous menu and attentive... More

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See 14 more reviews by StephenM465 for Montreal
Montreal, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
3
people found this review helpful

You like every thing and dislike nothing.He deserve is 1st place.

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