Cialis 40 Mg, Cialis Time Release @ Purchase With Paypal Tadalafil its influence on much of the local North American fare), it is not surprising that the line between what is French and what is not tends to blur.  Although there are no tried and true divisions, I classify French restaurants as those with a declared regional focus or a predominantly classic bistro menu. Classic French cuisine is all but dead in Montreal as it is in most places outside of France. Montreal probably offers some of the best-bang-for-the-buck French dining experiences in the developed world with skilled chefs and high quality ingredients (Quebec is the foie gras factory of North America) close at hand.

EUROPEA

The centerpiece of the burgeoning Jerome Ferrer restaurant empire, Europea has expanded out of its basement suite into a modern yet comfortable three story affair that promises to live up to the reputation the restaurant has already earned. The food is French modern with an accent on local products and a nouvelle cuisine-like approach to presentation. But look past the artfully arranged plates and you can’t fail to see the steely backbone of classicism. A meal at Europea always includes some complimentary amuses-bouche or mignardise to show off the skill of the kitchen and supplement what is almost inevitably a well-conceived, well-executed and delicious meal. In the evening, the tasting menu is a must for first timers.

CONTACT

Europea

1227 De La Montagne

514.398.9229

LALOUX

Laloux is a classic that seems to be able to continually renew itself even as it has worked through a veritable revolving door of high profile chefs. Over the years, the food has moved from the more classically French into a more modern realmy. The decor, warm cream colored walls offset by tall windows, vintage black chairs and crisp white tablecloths, is the very essence of the serious and classy French restaurant.   Excellent service generally and some of the most attentive wine service in the city.

CONTACT

Laloux

250 Des Pins E.

514.287.9127

http://www.laloux.com

M SUR MASSON

Reservations are a must and intimate conversation is not on the menu at this tiny restaurant in the backwoods of Rosemont that dishes up superlative French bistro-influenced fare. The decor in the two long and skinny storefronts that make up M sur Masson harkens back to the 1920s with tin ceilings, molded plaster fixtures and black and white photos. Cooking out of a kitchen that wouldn’t hold many a modern woman’s shoe collection, M sur Masson produces generous dishes like salade Lyonnaise, steak frites and duck confit that would make many a more well-appointed kitchen blush. Service is friendly and the atmosphere is loud but warm. For my money, one of the better French experiences in the city, both for the food and the atmosphere, M sur Masson is also open for a worth-the-trip brunch on weekends.

CONTACT

M sur Masson

2876 Masson

514.678.2999

LEMÉAC

The clean, modern design of Leméac, featuring large windows, high ceilings, dark wood and river stones, hides the heart of a traditional French bistro. In fact, Leméac is, in my opinion, the top French-style bistro in the city serving perhaps the best veal liver, steak frites or boudin noir that money can buy in Montreal. It is deservedly famousfor its $22 two-course menu served after 10pm but go earlier and you will unearth a few more ambitious gems (like roasted black cod with fennel) that do not feature on the late night menu. Desserts are also very strong at Lémeac including an addictive pain perdu, delicate lemon tart and massive plate of mignardises. Leméac is open for brunch on the weekend and the blini with poached egg, smoked salmon and Spanish caviar make it well worth the stop.

CONTACT

Leméac

1045 Laurier W.

514.270.0999