Liverpool House

I visited Liverpool House with my wife and sister for a regular dinner outing and I can say that it was one of the best meals I had in Montreal for a very long time although pricey.The restaurant is located on the Notre Dame street which is now the part of downtown Montreal booming with new restaurants, bars and pubs. So you can get there quite easily taking your own car, taxi or Uber. I don’t think there are close subway stations. I think the closest one is Atwater station but it is still a taxi drive away, so you might be better taking a taxi all the way to get to it. If you are taking your own car, the area can get a little crowded in the evenings and during weekends. While I never had issues parking there, you might spend more time finding a spot in the various little streets coming out and into Notre Dame. I parked in a parking lot 2 minutes on foot from the restaurant for $10 (I think it is not too bad for the area). The parking is actually a CAA inspection front yard that turns into a parking spot at close of business.The restaurant itself is quite genuine. Don’t expect a large place or something very lavish. It actually isn’t since it tends to be more on the trendy side and that’s what makes it so nice and wonderful. It reflects the genuine look and feel of this part of Montreal and has the same decoration as its sister place (Joe Beef) just next door. I don’t think they have an outdoor seating area, at least not on the front side as is the case with most restaurants in Montreal. However, I don’t think it is actually needed as it is mainly a socializing place and not much conceived for scenery.The menu is out of this world and in my opinion; this is where this place scores the highest. Everything we ordered was an explosion of flavors and a reflection of some of the best meals I ever had in Montreal. I started by ordering 6 oysters and they were just delicious (I highly recommend them). This was followed by another appetizer, the mozzarella salad, also very nice, although it is no different than any mozzarella salad tasted in other places. Then came the time for the main course. I ordered the Rainbow Trout (which I super recommend). Others in my party ordered the Lobster Spaghetti that are just out of this world. I couldn’t believe how pointy and tasty were the flavors and how great this experience was. (Another plate I highly recommend).The service at the Liverpool House is definitely a reflection of the perfection of the place. Our waitress was super nice, smiley and knowledgeable of all the details of the menu. She was checking on us regular without being rude or annoying at all. She had an answer to every question we had and provided us with everything we needed to have a great experience. I loved how the people who work there are dressed. They don’t have a common uniform and are all choosing their own garments, which are as trendy as the place itself.Only downturn of the place….its prices. My bill was $242. That is for three persons ordering two common appetizers, one main course each and one wide glass each. So yes, that is not an everyday place and definitely not accessible to everybody. I can definitely say that it was worth every dollar but I wouldn’t see myself spending that much on a regular basis for dinner. I highly recommend the Liverpool House if you want to impress someone for dinner, take a business visit out for dinner or lunch in Montreal (this is where Justin Trudeau took Barack Obama to when he was visiting Montreal on June 6), or maybe impress on a first date. It is also a must for anyone who has not tried it yet, but based on its price, I doubt that you will try it another time.***Please like this review if you find it helpful. It has been drafted to provide you insights for your next trip or visit from the perspective of fellow consumer and traveler***

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I really loved this place. The food was very good, and the wine was fantastic. Went with the Lobster Pasta, which was very rich and tasty, and I loved it. But perhaps I shouldn't have finished it. The portion was very generous. My friend ordered a side of corn, and it was incredible. The appetizers were pretty good as well. What I really didn't like is that even after making a late reservation at 9pm, we had to wait until 9:30 to finally get seated. That was a bit perplexing. Also, our waiter had a knack for leaving us alone for extended periods of time. We could have ordered right away, but instead we were alone for what seemed to be 10 minutes...then she was gone, and would be by ourselves for another extended period of time. We figured they were slammed in the kitchen and that was their way of smoothing things out in the front, but considering we didn't start to eat until around 10pm, the whole endeavor wound up being annoying. We found the food to be very on the heavy side though, so if you are used to eating light, this might not be for you. Granted, we knew what we were doing going into the restaurant, and that we had a late reservation, but the combination of those two and taking forever to get our orders in, made for an unpleasant night of digesting. I was personally full until the next afternoon. The food is good, maybe you will have a better experience if you have an early reservation. Just know that it's going to be super rich and heavy food what you will be dining.

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Let me preface this by saying that no wonder Justin Trudeau is always photographed running – he’d need to, if this is his favourite restaurant.We ended up here after being unable to get into Joe Beef, even after attempting to book many months in advance, so I had the feeling that this experience would reflect affection bestowed by a parent on the slightly more plain sibling.Gosh this food is unrelentingly rich – I haven’t experienced anything like this since the 80s. Mr Creosote would be in heaven. After sharing the Foie Gras Sandwich and a few other entrees, I was defeated by the lobster spaghetti – which was the said half crustacean atop a staggeringly rich and creamy mound of spaghetti carbonara (bacon, not pancetta or guanciale, he notes sniffily). My dining companions picked through a couple of shared desserts, which I’m sure would be a stoner’s delight, while I battled rising nausea.Our host/sommelier was truly excellent – superb knowledge of the food and the extensive wine list.Great experience as a one off, assuming you’re prepared to go with it. And have a good supply of antacids.

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What can I say that has not been said yet. Food is amazing, a taste explosion of the finest! Lobster Spaghetti, hanger steak, the starters....., fantastic service, knowledgeable, efficient, top notch!The price was surprisingly reasonable for what you are getting!Cannot wait to go back, for me this is the best place in town!

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This is the best place I know in all of Canada! The restaurant is incredibly charming but the patio on a sunny summer day is phenomenal! The service was lovely and even stands out among Canadian friendliness and hospitality. The food was amazing and the wine list is great. Try the open house wines; they are fabulous.

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