Le Local Reviews List

Dined on 25/04/2013

Dined on 25/04/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was awesome but service was Fair at best. I was entertaining a group of business clients...I couldn't get anyone at the bar to pay attention, they dried glasses and chatted with each other in front of me. A male patron at the bar who I did not know finally asked them if they were going to serve me. Once we had drinks and were seated at our table this attitude remained firmly in place. I found a level of disdain and indifference from the serving staff that I have not seen in a long time. Very disappointing and too bad because the food was above average."

Dined on 25/04/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 3 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

We had a great dinner and

Dined on 19/04/2013

Dined on 19/04/2013

2012

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a great dinner and a very charming and helpful server."

Dined on 19/04/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 4 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great place to eat! Good for

Dined on 17/04/2013

Dined on 17/04/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great place to eat! Good for special occasions."

Dined on 17/04/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice ambiance and good food.

Dined on 13/04/2013

Dined on 13/04/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Was visiting Montreal and made reservations at Le Local based on the positive reviews I have read. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. I was surprised by all the different rooms. It is quite loud but we were given a table in a corner which wasn't too loud. The presentation of the food was very creative and it all tasted delicious. I ordered the Artic Char and it was perfectly cooked. Others with me had the chicken and said it was delicious. The only thing I would like to see changed is their dessert menu - which seemed quite small to me. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant to others."

Dined on 13/04/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 6 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great as always. Took friends

Dined on 10/04/2013

2009

Dined on 10/04/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great as always. Took friends there for the first time and they loved it. One said she had the best quail ever as an appetizer. I had salmon tartar to start and the duck as a main. All good. restaurant is busy and hopping. open kitchen. looking forward to our next visit."

Dined on 10/04/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, romantic, hot spot

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Review 7 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

A little disappointed

Dined on 27/03/2013

2009

Dined on 27/03/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Good experience but we a bit overated. Greeted by a hostess wearing jeans, actually all personnel wore jeans! Unfortunately because of the open kitchen, smell and smoke coming from the kitchen all evening. Food was good except for the beef flank which was well cooked but stringy. Glad to have been but do not expect to return."

Dined on 27/03/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 8 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice restaurant in an

Dined on 28/03/2013

Dined on 28/03/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Very nice restaurant in an interesting space. The food was fantastic, though if I had one complaint it might be that the presentation (which was great) sometimes made the dish awkward to eat. The noise level where we sat wasn't bad, but we could notice that the people sitting near the open kitchen had to lean in to talk to each other. Great atmosphere overall. Excellent wine list with helpful recommendations."

Dined on 28/03/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 9 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

GREAT !

OpenTable Diner

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great Food and Service"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 10 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Let's just say, the waiters

Dined on 16/03/2013

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Let's just say, the waiters were amazed at how we ate up everything on our plate."

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining

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Review 11 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Go!

Dined on 16/03/2013

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great menu and outstanding wine list. Service attentive and friendly. Ambience great with good music (maybe a tad loud near the speakers). Food was excellent from start to finish. Of note, the beet salad, the crab cake and beef carpaccio starters were perfect. The entree portions were on the large size so would definitely share next time. Flank steak was cooked to perfection. Of course dessert could not be ignored. Shared Rocky Road and the Caramel espresso ganache. Not a bite was left between 4 of us. Only negative was the temperature where we were sitting. Next to patio doors it was not warm. Will definitely be going back."

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 12 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We had a reservation at 9:30,

Dined on 08/03/2013

Dined on 08/03/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a reservation at 9:30, it took a while for the waiter to explain the specials and then he left to serve a table of 12 so after 30 minutes we asked the sommelier to take our order which he did and it worked out pretty well, they never offered bread."

Dined on 08/03/2013

2011

Special Features: late-night find

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Review 13 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

fabulous food (rich) a fine

Dined on 08/03/2013

Dined on 08/03/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"fabulous food (rich) a fine experience"

Dined on 08/03/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 14 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amazing Foos

Dined on 07/03/2013

Dined on 07/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was amazing, my party and I waited more than 10 mins before we were actually served, but in their defense it was a packed night and attention was required. Once we got our drinks and the our arrived, there really wasn't much to complain about. The food was great, the clientele was chic and the drinks were amazing (Tokyo Express). I will be returning soon"

Dined on 07/03/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 15 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A really high energy restaurant

Dined on 02/03/2013

2010

Dined on 02/03/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"A really high energy restaurant with an appealing menu. We had made reservations 2 weeks ahead of time and had noted it was a birthday, so surprised and a bit disappointed to be sitting in the lounge for dinner and not the dining room. I guess you have to specify dining room when making resos. The service was great until the end of the meal when it took 20 minutes to be asked if we wanted to see the dessert menu, and then another 15 minutes to come back for our order. By that time we decided to leave instead of ordering dessert and coffees.
Overall, a great atmosphere and I would go back."

Dined on 02/03/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 16 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is the 6th time I have

Dined on 19/02/2013

2009

Dined on 19/02/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This is the 6th time I have eaten here and it never fails to impress. The waiters are friendly, knowledgeable and present without being in your face. Shared appetizers of a falafel crab cake and a tartlet of Brie and squash - yummy. I had the Cornish hen which was crisp and tender; the others opted for the liver, which was served as a filet of steak - thick and tender. Looking forward to going back for our next visit."

Dined on 19/02/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot

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Review 17 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A prized Le Local

Dined on 16/02/2013

Dined on 16/02/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was a wonderful first time experience. The exposed brick walls, high ceilings and open kitchen concept make for a very New York feel and ambience. I was a little worried at first since our table was located right beside the kitchen, but after a few minutes, it blended into the atmosphere and we stopped noticing it was there at all. In fact, it even served to enhance the ambience. Seeing the chefs hard at work creating edible artworks. The food was fantastic. We were four diners who each ordered something different and we were all amazed at how beautifully the food was presented and how delicious it was. On Saturday night, the ambience was, although noisy, a lot of fun. We will definitely be returning."

Dined on 16/02/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 18 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best of Montreal

Dined on 14/02/2013

Dined on 14/02/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"One of the best restaurants in Montreal. The food is expertly prepared with layered dishes that are very creative and delicious. Overall, great food, great service and great time."

Dined on 14/02/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 19 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything was amazing as

Dined on 02/02/2013

Dined on 02/02/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything was amazing as always, the only thing that could be improuved was that the coffee took too long to come to the table. It should be served with the dessert."

Dined on 02/02/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 20 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Y ai mangé le capraccio de

Dined on 25/01/2013

Dined on 25/01/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Y ai mangé le capraccio de boeuf en entrée: REMARQUABLE!"

Dined on 25/01/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 21 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Allways a pleasure to have

Dined on 22/01/2013

Dined on 22/01/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Allways a pleasure to have a lunch there.
Very good service - responsive and friendly."

Dined on 22/01/2013

2012

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 22 for Le Local

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Lied about the relative price

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