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House made tostada, Quebec snow crab, salsa verde - Alma Montréal, Montreal, QC
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Alma Montréal

CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
20:00
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Mexican corn and Catalan natural wine are the bedrock of this Outremont favorite that's been named one of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants. Chef Juan Lopez Luna combines authentic techniques and flavours with local Quebec ingredients, grinding his own masa for the tasting menu that might include Oaxacan tetelas with shishito peppers and bacon. Sommelier Lindsay Brennan will help you pair that with a top-notch selection of wines from the Barcelona region. Request a seat at the counter by the kitchen so you can catch Lopez Luna in action.

Staff spotlight

Philosophy

Alma's tasting menu is a journey from the ocean to the mountains, highlighting heirloom corn from Mexico which is nixtamalised and ground in-house revealing fresh masa each morning. Chef Juan Lopez Luna shares the flavours of his childhood in Central Mexico, integrating authentic Mexican techniques, heirloom Mexican corn and local Quebecois and East Coast ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (514) 543-1363
  • Website
    https://www.almamontreal.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Alma can be privatized for groups of up to 20 people. Please contact us by email for more information : info@almamontreal.com
  • Location
    1231 Lajoie Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 1P2
  • Description
    (Canada's Top 100)Located off the beaten path in the heart of Outremont, Alma is an intimate 24-seat restaurant showcasing modern Mexican cuisine with authentic techniques and flavours combined with local Quebec ingredients. It is operated by the couple, Chef Juan Lopez Luna et sommelier and wine importer Lindsay Brennan. Alma offers a tasting menu experience (5 or 9 courses) inspired by the concept of "mar y montana", largely influenced by Chef Juan's childhood memories of central Mexico as well as the couple's time spent on the coastal region of Oaxaca. Lopez is one of the few chefs in Canada working with heritage corn from Mexico, making fresh masa in-house each morning and tortillas by hand with his grandmother's traditional tortilla press. The wine list specializes in sunshine-filled Catalan wines from a unique group of winemaker-friends from the Barcelona region. Alma is the Canadian destination for Catalan wines, with a deep cellar of back vintages and rare cuvées.
  • Area
    Outremont
  • Cross Street
    Bloomfield
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro Outremont
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Experiences

  • Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu

    CA$119.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Nous vous présentons 9 services de produits locaux et saisonniers, axé sur le partage et les saveurs éclatantes du Mexique et de la Méditerranée. C’est une célébration de la vie et des belles choses, et ce, en vous faisant voyager à nos places préférées. // The most intime and unique expression of Alma, we curate a 9-course menu each day inspired by the flavours of Mexico and the Mediterranean, highlighting fresh seafood and our local seasonal produce. It is a celebration of moments, inviting you to journey to our very favorite places.
    Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu photo

  • Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu

    CA$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Notre menu dégustation de 5 services avec l'option d'ajouter des plats (salés ou sucrés) pour completer l'expérience. Cette option vous offre un aperçu du menu carte blanche, tout en vous laissant la liberté de vous approprier le rythme de votre soirée. 89$ par personne // Our 5 service tasting menu inspired by "Mar y Montana", with the option of ordering additional plates (savoury or sweet) to complete the experience. We get you started with the first 5 savoury courses and you decide how your evening will evolve ! 89$ per person
    Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu photo

  • MTL EN LUMIÈRE : Alma x Xokol (Guadalajara)

    CA$139.00 per person

    Prepaid

    5 Mar 2025 - 6 Mar 2025
    Deux soirées d’exception au Alma où les chefs Xrysw Ruelas Diaz et Oscar Segundo du célèbre restaurant Xokol (Guadalajara, Mexico) prendront place aux côtés de Juan Lopez Luna en cuisine pour un menu imprégné de leur passion commune pour les traditions de la gastronomie mexicaine et la conservation du maïs ancestral. Grâce au talent de Xrysw et Oscar le Xokol se distingue parmi les plus réputés en Amérique latine. Cette collaboration magique se déploiera lors d’un menu dégustation de 9 services axé sur le maïs ancestral mexicain (nixtamalisé et moulu au Alma) et interprété avec les produits québécois. C’est une chance immense de participer à la réunion de chefs de renom dont la vision et la mission se rejoignent aussi étroitement.
    MTL EN LUMIÈRE : Alma x Xokol (Guadalajara) photo

Menu

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What 13 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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13 Reviews

  1. DavidR

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an awesome meal and experience at Alma! The staff is wonderful and the food was incredibly unique and delicious. The chef really shines with his creations. Great selection of wine in the pairings as well. Thanks!!

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  2. Ramsey

    VIP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant presents an exceptionally refined Mexican menu. The presentation is visually stunning, the flavors are diverse, and the ingredients are of the highest quality. The overall experience is delightful. The natural wines are also of exceptional quality. The service is impeccable, making it a truly memorable dining experience.

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  3. William

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Run don’t walk to the carte blanche tasting menu. Ignore every single negative comment/review of this restaurant left by other customers. This was a top 5 meal of my life and left me pondering how little I truly knew about mexican cuisine. Highly of the night was the sea bream crudo served on the carcass of the fish we were eating. What an interesting and beautiful presentation that I’ve never seen before. Our servers were prompt and exceptionally knowledgeable about the wine they were serving. All in all, a fantastic evening!

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  4. Julia

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The nine course tasting menu and wine pairing is truly an exceptional experience. The food is exquisite and the wines thoughtfully chosen to complement each course. Combine this with meticulous service and a warm and charming setting for a truly memorable evening. Extraordinary.

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  5. Jason

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Paying ahead of time and choosing menu is great. The experience shifts away from decision making toward pure service. Relaxing. The food itself is some of the best I’ve had in my life.

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  6. Madeleine

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    one of the best dining experiences i’ve had in montreal. Gorgeous dishes, delicious and complex flavours, the wine pairing was outstanding & service and ambiance are perfect. 10/10!

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  7. Toni-Rose

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great experience! Best for small groups, the food was amazing.

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  8. Mieka

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quintessential Montreal high hospitality. Service was knowledgeable and unfussy. Good flexibility with the fixed menu options depending on appetite. The tuna tostada was amazing! Execution, flavours and textures told the story. Highly recommend the pairing. They were also VERY accommodating on allergies with a proper heads up before the reservation, which is nice.

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  9. Rikard

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A unique food experience, starting with making the reservation. You arrive, having paid for all the food already. There is one item on the menu, which is the 9-course experience (2 of which are desserts). We had a different wine sample with each course and rounded off with a shot of Mescal with the dessert. The latin influences are evident but never dominate the experience. The wines were from Spain and the food was inspired by Mexican cuisine (and surely other cultures as well). We absolutely loved the experience. The restaurant is small and intimate. They can fit around 20 people I think (could be a few more, not sure). If you are looking for a new, exciting food experience, Alma is the place. The thought and craft that has been invested in making the dishes is amazing. We will be back!

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  10. Pin

    VIP

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Le menu Carte Blanche à 9 services, accompagné de l’accord des vins, a été une expérience culinaire absolument incroyable. Chaque plat était une découverte, parfaitement mis en valeur par les vins soigneusement sélectionnés. Une aventure gustative que je recommande à 100 %. Qué rico!

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FAQs

Alma Montréal is rated 4.8 stars by 13 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alma Montréal

1231 Lajoie Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 1P2

Additional information

  • Description
    (Canada's Top 100)Located off the beaten path in the heart of Outremont, Alma is an intimate 24-seat restaurant showcasing modern Mexican cuisine with authentic techniques and flavours combined with local Quebec ingredients. It is operated by the couple, Chef Juan Lopez Luna et sommelier and wine importer Lindsay Brennan. Alma offers a tasting menu experience (5 or 9 courses) inspired by the concept of "mar y montana", largely influenced by Chef Juan's childhood memories of central Mexico as well as the couple's time spent on the coastal region of Oaxaca. Lopez is one of the few chefs in Canada working with heritage corn from Mexico, making fresh masa in-house each morning and tortillas by hand with his grandmother's traditional tortilla press. The wine list specializes in sunshine-filled Catalan wines from a unique group of winemaker-friends from the Barcelona region. Alma is the Canadian destination for Catalan wines, with a deep cellar of back vintages and rare cuvées.
  • Cross Street
    Bloomfield
  • Area
    Outremont
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro Outremont
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    https://www.almamontreal.com/
  • Phone number
    (514) 543-1363
  • Private party facilities
    Alma can be privatized for groups of up to 20 people. Please contact us by email for more information : info@almamontreal.com
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