Author: _Tanisha

We selected Le Fantome for a special occasion on a trip to Montreal. When we were researching places to eat, we had the impression that this restaurant only or primarily served a tasting menu--that has changed. The menu is now a la carte and they...are positioning themselves as more of a neighborhood restaurant for everyday dining. I could certainly imagine becoming a regular if I lived nearby. The dining room is small, dim, and cozy. Service friendly and thoughtful. When we were told they no longer offered a tasting menu, our server offered to prepare us a "discovery menu." This consisted of his favorite dishes from the published menu presented in a progression. Some of the highlights included their housemade sourdough bread and a grilled cabbage salad. For dessert, they surprised us with an extra course after the dessert we offered--such a thoughtful gesture! My suspicion is that, with their new sister restaurant Pastel now open and serving a daily tasting menu, Le Fantome has decided to pivot to a slightly more casual format. That's not a bad thing, but guests should know what to expect, as this appears to be a change from years previous. Still, this was an enjoyable meal in a pleasant atmosphere and we enjoyed our visit.