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Iconic Parisian-style bistro serving refined standards in a chic room with checkered floors & a bar.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3927 R. Saint-Denis, Montréal, QC H2W 2M4, Canada
Phone: +1 514-845-5333
Website: https://restaurantlexpress.com/
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Reviews
LingJ
We decided to try L’Express after hearing many positive reviews, and the dining experience was great.
The interior gave me a classic Parisian bistro feel, just like stepping into an old French film set. Staffs were friendly. The large jar of house pickles brought to your table was such a fun and memorable touch that adds to the classic French bistro atmosphere.
Food was great, we really enjoyed everything. Celery remoulade was refreshing. I also highly recommend the Boudin noix aux pommes, it was rich and flavorful. My boyfriend even stepped out of his comfort zone to try this blood sausage dish, and he ended up enjoying it as well.
Definitely will come back to explore more of the menu next time in Montreal.
… moreThe interior gave me a classic Parisian bistro feel, just like stepping into an old French film set. Staffs were friendly. The large jar of house pickles brought to your table was such a fun and memorable touch that adds to the classic French bistro atmosphere.
Food was great, we really enjoyed everything. Celery remoulade was refreshing. I also highly recommend the Boudin noix aux pommes, it was rich and flavorful. My boyfriend even stepped out of his comfort zone to try this blood sausage dish, and he ended up enjoying it as well.
Definitely will come back to explore more of the menu next time in Montreal.
Lamy Lamy
Need reservation. Decor is like a classic French restaurant. Quite noisy but doesn’t bother me. Be polite to them and service staff will treat you better.
First time here, we ordered:
Fish soup – very flavourful with Clam and fish, rich in Umami taste. This is a personal preference, with that rich umami taste, it would taste more better if u add abit of salt if u feel the soup tasted not salty but abit off. I loved the soup a lot more after added abit of salt . Thats me, use as your own risk!
Homemade Ravioli, must try in my opinion, the sauce is soooooo flavourful!! Reminds me of a rich Demi Glacé sauce!
Quail – nicely roasted and juicy meat and very flavourful!
The sauce for both dishes are very quite , taste similar but fit well with the dish! Yum!
Dessert wise, it’s good but doesn’t “wow” like the Quail and Ravioli. A solid 5 stars experience
… moreFirst time here, we ordered:
Fish soup – very flavourful with Clam and fish, rich in Umami taste. This is a personal preference, with that rich umami taste, it would taste more better if u add abit of salt if u feel the soup tasted not salty but abit off. I loved the soup a lot more after added abit of salt . Thats me, use as your own risk!
Homemade Ravioli, must try in my opinion, the sauce is soooooo flavourful!! Reminds me of a rich Demi Glacé sauce!
Quail – nicely roasted and juicy meat and very flavourful!
The sauce for both dishes are very quite , taste similar but fit well with the dish! Yum!
Dessert wise, it’s good but doesn’t “wow” like the Quail and Ravioli. A solid 5 stars experience
Lawrence Khoury
It had been years since I had been here and heard that they had redecorated. Our kids had actually made a reservation the following night unbeknownst to us. Went back with our friends and we arrived a bit late due to parking troubles. It didn’t help that the resto was difficult to find as the signage isn’t in view. We sat and chatted a bit and were not impressed at the way our waiter greeted us. Nonetheless, we proceeded to order our food and the attitude continued when my wife was asking questions about the menu. I had the smoked herring which was the best thing I had that evening. It was well prepared and delicious. My wife ordered the salmon which she enjoyed as a main and I had the steak tartare. My tartare wasn’t great. Mid at best. The meat was fresh but lacking flavour although they did get the spice level correct. Was tempted by the maple profiteroles but at over $17, I passed. Not sure why dessert prices have gone through the roof especially for a bistro. Sadly, my kids had an even worse experience with service the following evening. Suffice it to say, I won’t be back as there are better bistro experience like Lemeac, Chez Lévesque or Brasserie Bernard in Montreal to name a few all with better service and food.
… moreMX K
food was so good we came back twice in 3 days.
beef cappacio was super fresh. foie gras parfait was amazing. hanger steak was perfection. lamb shank tender. dessert was superb. profiterole and lemon tart are standouts.
wine list is affordable and good too.
service is quick and so is their turnaround.
reservations are needed so do call them.
… morebeef cappacio was super fresh. foie gras parfait was amazing. hanger steak was perfection. lamb shank tender. dessert was superb. profiterole and lemon tart are standouts.
wine list is affordable and good too.
service is quick and so is their turnaround.
reservations are needed so do call them.
Isabel
Overall great food and authentic French environment.
Duck confit: duck cooked super well, the red sauce/bean mixture it came with was good, but would have preferred another side.
Quail: really good. Everything paired well and the meat was well cooked. Sauce and rice were perfect.
Profiteroles: sooo good. not too sweet.
Chocolate cake: really good no complaints
… moreDuck confit: duck cooked super well, the red sauce/bean mixture it came with was good, but would have preferred another side.
Quail: really good. Everything paired well and the meat was well cooked. Sauce and rice were perfect.
Profiteroles: sooo good. not too sweet.
Chocolate cake: really good no complaints
AJ Varghese
Been meaning to visit this amazing restaurant for sometime now. Finally got the opportunity last night. The quality of their food and service was amazing. The place was packed at 8:30 in the evening, this is a testament of how great this place is. We ordered the bone Marrow and vegetable soup with appetizers. My wife got the ravioli, and I got the duck confit. And both were delicious. My duck was fall off the bone and was really juicy and tender. They probably have over 100 options of wine. We went with the 2020 Pinot noir Au Bon Climat from California. The wine was fruity and really light. It paired well with both the ravioli and the duck confit.
The service was remarkable, we went with our toddler, daughter and they made sure that we were comfortable. You need to reserve a table before you show up. I would recommend this restaurant.
… moreThe service was remarkable, we went with our toddler, daughter and they made sure that we were comfortable. You need to reserve a table before you show up. I would recommend this restaurant.
Sean Weir
L’Express is one of those rare restaurants that lives up to its reputation in every possible way. From the moment you walk in, the service is outstanding—warm, attentive, professional, and effortlessly confident without ever feeling pretentious.
The food is exactly why this place remains an institution. The bone marrow was nothing short of incredible—rich, silky, deeply flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. It’s the kind of dish that reminds you why simple French cooking, when done right, is unbeatable. Absolute perfection.
Everything felt precise and intentional, from the pacing of the meal to the little details that make you feel genuinely cared for as a guest. L’Express manages to be timeless without feeling dated, refined without being stiff, and indulgent without being overdone.
If you want classic French bistro food executed at the highest level, paired with impeccable service, this is the place. L’Express isn’t just great—it’s essential Montreal dining.
Can’t recommend it enough.
… moreThe food is exactly why this place remains an institution. The bone marrow was nothing short of incredible—rich, silky, deeply flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. It’s the kind of dish that reminds you why simple French cooking, when done right, is unbeatable. Absolute perfection.
Everything felt precise and intentional, from the pacing of the meal to the little details that make you feel genuinely cared for as a guest. L’Express manages to be timeless without feeling dated, refined without being stiff, and indulgent without being overdone.
If you want classic French bistro food executed at the highest level, paired with impeccable service, this is the place. L’Express isn’t just great—it’s essential Montreal dining.
Can’t recommend it enough.
liwen c
On the last day of 2025, we dined at this French restaurant without waiting in line or being pressured into a New Year’s set menu. We sampled several signature dishes, which were quite tasty, and the desserts were delicious too. The prices were reasonable, and the place was packed. The plain white tablecloths felt a bit too simple—they should add a logo or some design.
… moreColin
The food is incredible!! I started with a vegetable soup and every piece of vegetables were cut to the same size. I then had the steak and frites. The fries were perfect!! The ambiance was something of the 1930’s/40’s New York. Staff was incredible and they have unlimited little pickles.
… moreTristan Taylor
Ordered the steak frites and it was very very good. They serve pickles with mustard at the table and those were also very good. Interior looks nice and service was very attentive. Signage is minimum, you don’t know you’re there until you’re basically at the door. Prices were also very reasonable considering the quality.
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