Since 1931 and revived in 2024, Restaurant Ile de France combines old-world French culinary traditions with contemporary Montreal influences in the heart of Downtown.
Why they're an Icon
Executive chef: Chef Liam Hopkins
From the OpenTable editors: The stunning Art Deco architecture is reason enough to visit this landmark restaurant in Centre Eaton de Montréal, which first opened in 1931. Evenings flow from the elegant cocktail bar to the fine dining restaurant, where diners can indulge in classic fare such as prime beef tenderloin or gnocchi Parisienne while admiring the space’s well-preserved historic features.
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French, Canadian
Hours of Operation
Brunch
Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Lunch
Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Bar
Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–1:00 am
Dinner
Tue –Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
1500 Robert Bourassa between Ste-Catherine and boul. De Maisonneuve.
Parking details
Indoor paid parking is available at 1801 ave McGill College directly in the Eaton Center or in the KPMG Building located across street at 1464 Ave de Union
Public transit
Metro McGill
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan
Menu
Uncategorised
Soupe de tomate, pistou de roquetteCA$12.00
Soupe au poulet, légumes, spätzle de matzahCA$12.00
Huître gratinée de la côte ouestCA$12.00
Crêpe de pois chiches, tapenade, tomme de chèvreCA$15.00
Laitue Bibb, mimolette, vinaigrette à la moutardeCA$19.00
Beignets de homard & crevettes, rouilleCA$25.00
Tartare de boeuf à l'os à moelle, persilCA$25.00
Aubergine fondante, poivrons rôtis, champignons du marchéCA$29.00
Flétan au four à la provençale, haricots blancsCA$56.00
Morue panée à la bière, sauce tartareCA$29.00
Onglet de boeuf, beurre Café de Paris, fritesCA$42.00
Poulet rôti sur le coffre, herbes salées, sauce suprêmeCA$31.00
Filet de boeuf au poivre, pudding YorkshireCA$63.00
Hambourgeois Le 9e (boeuf 100% Québécois), oignons caramélisés, Louis d'OrCA$19.00
Cavatelli, fromage frais, champignons du marchéCA$32.00
Tortellini farci au homard, bisque, salicorneCA$44.00
Truffes du PérigordCA$50.00
FritesCA$9.00
Gnocchi à la ParisienneCA$15.00
Brocolettes au beurreCA$12.00
Champignons sautés à l'ailCA$12.00
Légumes rôtis vinaigretteCA$13.00
Petite salade verteCA$7.00
Service de painCA$7.00
What 741 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Montreal / Quebec
Most Booked
Montreal
Great for scenic views
Montreal
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le 9e - Restaurant Ile de France offers a stunning art deco setting with "impeccable service" and "fantastic" food. Guests rave about its "great ambiance" and "beautifully restored" interiors. While some find the noise levels high, the "friendly staff" and "delicious" dishes make it a perfect spot for special occasions.
741 Reviews
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Bruno
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Plateau de fruits de mer de très bonne qualité, bons conseils pour le choix de vin pour accompagner nos plats.
Très bon cocktails suggéré par notre serveuse.
Ambiance chaleureuse.
Je recommande fortement.
Merci pour la belle soirée !
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Michael
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great place, food, vibe. Had a great New Year's dinner, great DJ, service. Looking forward to repeat.
1 person found this helpful
M
Mehdi
Montreal
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
J'ai passé une excellente soirée réveillon hier au Restaurant Île-de-France. Dès notre arrivée, l'accueil a été chaleureux et convivial, ce qui a immédiatement mis tout le monde à l'aise. Le personnel était aux petits soins et le serveur Thomas a été particulièrement impeccable. Attentif, souriant et professionnel, il a vraiment contribué à rendre notre expérience encore plus agréable. Quant au repas, il était délicieux, avec des plats raffinés et savoureux. Une soirée parfaite, dans une ambiance festive et accueillante. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant pour une soirée réussie!
2 people found this helpful
D
Dianne
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 3
Ambience 5
We spent New Years Eve here. I’d read reviews that the food was not great but we found it excellent! The service was a little slow but the place was packed and we weren’t in a rush. The waiters were all super nice. I just think they could use more staff on busy occasions.
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Louise
Montreal
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 5
Ambience 4
This event was poorly planned and executed. When I called earlier in the week to ask about the NYE evening I was told patrons would be able to move to the dancing area after their meal, but there was no dancing area. The “grande salle” was filled with chairs and no other area had been set aside for dancing.
The staff were very friendly, the patrons were in a festive mood and the music selection was great but we could only dance next to our table, which was ridiculous. This was not at all the “dining and dancing” event that was being promoted and that we had been looking forward to.
As for the NYE menu, aside from the raw bar and a few items the choices were mostly the same as what is always offered at lunch and supper. More variety would be appreciated, at any time.
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Gary
Montreal
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Everything was truly what we hoped for!
Having eaten at a large majority of Montreal’s fine dining restaurants, this experience equally met and surpassed our expectations.
Service at the table by the main server - his descriptions of the food, advice, and routine checking in without over doing it was excellent!
The food was super good!
All other members of the service team, of which there were many, from being received at the entrance to anyone you spoke with during the evening realized they were living up to a big reputation based on the history of what the latest reincarnation was trying to achieve - and it did.
Since it’s opening I was anxious to go, and it delivered on a big night - New Year’s Eve!
I look forward to my next visit.
1 person found this helpful
P
Pascal
Montreal
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Reveillon de la saint sylvestre parfaitement organisé et orchestré , une carte spéciale réveillon adaptée , un bon DJ bonne musique et niveau sonore juste, des cotillons offets avant minuit et une coupe offerte bien appréciée! Merci
1 person found this helpful
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Inna
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
The food was simply divine - from bread service to dessert. Creative and delicious. Elegant restaurant, great service. Highly recommend.
1 person found this helpful
f
florent
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 4
Food 3
Service 5
Ambience 5
prix bien trop eleves pour la nourriture proposee et la qualite globale.
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Zee
Montreal
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was my fourth visit to Le 9e and it never disappoints. Tonight was New Years Eve and the menu choices were perfect for myself and my guests. My guests had hangar steak, each of which was done to perfection. I had the snow crab and oyster selection , all of which were simply divine. To top it all off we had an amazing white chocolate and raspberry dessert. The ambience was perfect, as usual. We were able to hear the lovely music and we were still able to have a lovely conversation with each other at the same time. The service was impeccable . Our waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable. What more can one ask for? We will be returning again!
1 person found this helpful
FAQs
Le 9e - Restaurant Ile de France is rated 4.5 stars by 741 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
1500 Robert Bourassa between Ste-Catherine and boul. De Maisonneuve.
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Brunch
Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Lunch
Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Bar
Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–1:00 am
Dinner
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
French, Canadian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Indoor paid parking is available at 1801 ave McGill College directly in the Eaton Center or in the KPMG Building located across street at 1464 Ave de Union