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Joe Beef
A Montréal institution serving decadent French cuisine and iconic lobster pasta in a classic setting.
4.2
french
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A Montréal institution serving decadent French cuisine and iconic lobster pasta in a classic setting.
Joe Beef is a celebrated French restaurant in Montréal, renowned for its exceptional steak, seafood, and innovative dishes like the famous lobster pasta and foie gras double down. The restaurant offers a memorable dining experience with a focus on high-quality ingredients, expertly crafted cocktails, and a warm, classic ambiance. Ideal for special occasions, it has earned a reputation for culinary excellence and attentive service, making it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts in the city.
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A signature dish featuring perfectly cooked lobster with a rich, balanced sauce and bacon accents.
Decadent fried foie gras slabs drizzled with maple syrup for a luxurious appetizer.
Expertly prepared steak served with Joel Robuchon-style potatoes and peppercorn sauce.
Curated oysters from premium locations like PEI, aged 4-5 years for optimal flavor.
Artisanal desserts such as pistachio eclairs and Gateau Marjolaine, crafted with precision.
Creative cocktails and a curated wine list to complement the dining experience.
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Overall rating
MX K
it’s almost a you like it or you dislike it kind of place. theres no in between. and in montreal, when you are spoilt for choices, the in betweens fall behind. joe beef on the other hand, was absolutely spectacular. having eaten at the so called top spots around the city, nothing is as good as joe beef (as of now). the oysters were specifically chosen, 3 different types to be exact, from places like merasheen bay, cheebooktook and fiona’s fury (from PEI). where each oyster takes up to 4-5 years to get to that size. their version of the double down was phenomenally decadent and sinful. two slabs of fried foie gras splashed with maple syrup. if au pied di cochon was foie gras heaven, this must be the stairs leading up to that. their iconic lobster pasta, incredible. one of the best lobster pasta ive had. even across italy, this stands out to me. the meat was cooked perfectly, the sauce on the pasta was rich yet not overpowering. and the bacon gave it a bite that did not take too much away from the seafood. to end it off, i had this pistachio eclair. it was crunchy and had right amount of sweetness. the cocktails was good too and not too pricey (anything
Evelyn Lee-Mishenev
This was truly a fantastic experience from the food to the service and ambience. The stacked crepes and foie gras were amazing. The service was spectacular; our server was so welcoming and nice to talk to, despite the fact that the restaurant was packed. It was genuinely a joy to eat here and I will 100% be back.
Jake Mullan
I’ve eaten at Joe Beef twice in my life, and I’ve been incredibly happy with the experience both times. The first time around several years ago (2016/17), I had a lamb steak with bone marrow mashed potatoes, which I still dream about, and tried foie gras for the first time. Still one of the best meals of my life. Second time was in December 2025. We had lobster spaghetti, and rabbit + mashed potatoes, along with the croquettes for an app. I’d say the only thing that was mediocre were the mashed potatoes - everything else was A+. We were also treated to a free steak since another table didn’t want it - and it was delicious as well. Service has always been great. The restaurant itself is a classic. Joe Beef deserves the hype it gets, and I look forward to eating here on another special occasion down the line.
G M
Culinary excellence was expected and Joe Beef delivered. One of the best meals of my life. I didn't know Escargot could be made the way they did it. The snails were cooked beautifully, garlic butter was balanced and the bread was the greatest accompaniment to this dish. Hanger steak on Joel Robuchon style potatoes with a peppercorn sauce. Flavours were on point in every aspect of this dish. Executed with great skill and respect to tradition. Shrimp cocktail like how Jesus himself would've wanted it. The Gateau Marjolaine reminded me that there is continuity in culinary arts. Long live Joe Beef!
Angela G
Service and ambiance were great — truly no complaints there. We ordered wine, bread and pickles, and fries. The fries were honestly a 10/10. However, the rest of the meal went downhill from there. I tried their famous lobster spaghetti, which is $75, and it was incredibly underwhelming. Very little sauce, no depth of flavour, nothing “wow” about it at all. Just extremely mid, especially for the price. The cake we ordered for dessert was also disappointing — overly sweet salted caramel and an overall unpleasant taste. Overall, the meal itself was a 5/10 at best. But the aftermath was the real issue. I experienced the worst case of food poisoning I have ever had — violent vomiting, severe nausea, and symptoms consistent with a food-borne illness, not just mild food poisoning. It has been absolutely brutal. When cooking with seafood, especially shellfish, the standard of care must be extremely high. Whatever happened here, something was clearly very wrong. I will never come back. No restaurant is worth going through what I’m dealing with right now.
