Le Bistro Du Magasin Général Du Vieux-Montréal

Very cramped but hospitable. Piano music was lovely but bizarre renditions. Blueberry cheesecake rocked. Service was magnificent.

This is definitely my favourite spot in Vieux-​Montréal. Definitely worth a visit!
We stumbled upon this place as we explored the old city for the first time. I was won over instantly. On one side there is a boutique store with home décor and accessories. On the other side, a very inviting café. Amazing ambience, incredibly skilled pianist (apparently lunches only), cozy and rustic décor, and an excellent selection of drinks and food. We had the brie fondant with peppers and nuts, which was really good! And the mulled wine and a kir. Both very good but ended up being a bit pricey (2 drinks and an app for 40 $) — I guess for the location you have to expect the mark up.
I love this place. Going to make it a regular stop whenever I’m in Montréal!

I have mixed feelings about this restaurant because I want to love it but it doesn’t always deliver. Here’s why;
The food: I have tried 3 – 4 different sandwiches on the menu and they were all delicious. However, last time I was there I decided to try something different and have the baked mac n cheese. Horrible idea. Not only was it tiny and overpriced, it was also freezing cold in the middle. When I brought this up to my server, she took back the plate and put it in the microwave… Needless to say putting a baked meal in the microwave isn’t the best idea in the world haha. It was gross. I didn’t eat the rest.
The location: Right in the heart of the Old Port, a few steps away from the science museum. When you walk in it can be a bit confusing because it’s a tiny store but has a restaurant attached to it (on the right when you walk in). Cute décor and they even have a piano with people playing live from time to time.
The service: Usually decent and friendly although I did have one really bad experience with a waitress who had no idea what she was doing and took 15 minutes to bring me my check in a completely empty restaurant.

Simple, authentic, yet imaginative, this place is is the perfect combination for an easy lunch, brunch or afternoon break for a hot chocolate, you can relax while listening to some live piano. Ambiance is great and so is the staff.

Food is delicious and the service is friendly. I tried the waffle sandwich and it is now one of my favorite breakfast places in NA.

Don’t just walk by this place and think its another tourist trap type restaurant. It’s a great place and the food is amazing if your looking for a quick bite to eat. I highly recommend.

Great place. Cute. Loved pianist. Amazing food.