The Keg – Montreal
Travelling, how I love travelling, and I have been doing a lot of it as of late, as you know, if you are following along here at Noshing With The Nolands. I was so excited to take my girlfriends to The Keg – Montreal at 5 Place Ville Marie, right in downtown Montreal, a great location. I recently flew into Toronto to meet up with Trish, Janet and Karen on our biennial get together. We then travelled by train to Montreal staying at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth which is conveniently located right across the road.
The Keg is one of my utmost favorite restaurants as I know I am guaranteed a good time and a memorable dinner every time I go. The service is always impeccable, the ambiance exciting. Their restaurants make dining a very special occasion for each visit.
At The Keg, you know you are going to get a perfectly seared steak every time but they have loads more, let me take you on a little tour of this wonderful Keg location!
They have a beautiful covered and heated patio that lets you enjoy the outdoors even if it is a bit cooler or raining slightly. Here “the suits” are meeting for a little after work chill time.
Sitting inside is just as pleasant, their decor is gorgeous and very welcoming. You just want to snuggle right into a seat and start enjoying yourself!!
Here are my three homies, Trisha, Karen and Janet getting ready for a wonderful dinner!!
At The Keg you are instantly taken care of with a wonderful freshly baked, still warm bread, served with butter or the “to die for” cheesy butter spread.
Cocktails are super fashionable right now and The Keg has you covered. This Greyhound Twist with Absolut vodka, Pama liqueur, grapefruit juice, agave syrup with fresh lemon and lime juice is fantastically refreshing. I just did a complete post on all of their new spring/summer cocktails. Come and choose your favorite HERE!!
I have showed you this Mushrooms Neptune before but you will want to be having it again and again, so it is worthy of another look. It is simmered and ready to serve with crab and cream cheese.
Another favorite of mine and the girls is their Baked Brie with basil pesto and red pepper jelly and served with crostini. This appetizer is great with any cocktail.
Once the appetizer and cocktails were joyfully consumed our waiter brought out a superb dry Riesling by Cotes D’Ardoise. This wine is from the oldest still operational vineyard in the province of Quebec and it is so wonderful to drink a local vintage.
As I have said again and again, The Keg’s steaks are perfection. The highest quality Canadian Beef is impeccably cooked to order. I have never had a steak not done to my liking. Here it is cooked to medium rare, served with a twice baked potato and veggies. On the side is the most buttery, creamy and delicious bernaise sauce. This is a celebration on a plate.
The Keg – Montreal has a special on right now with this gorgeous onion smothered steak that was Janet’s selection. The Chipotle Sirloin is served with crispy and caramelized onions on top, oh heavens doesn’t that look good!!!
Your selections for an entree don’t have to be limited to just steak as Karen chose this stunning Pistachio Crusted Salmon, served on garlic mashed potato, bacon sautéed Brussels sprouts with maple butter. Now that looks like a drool worthy salmon dish!
Trisha lightened things up with a Mixed Green Salad, served with field greens and garden vegetables in a vinaigrette dressing. Instead of the usual chilled shrimp, she asked for a special order of grilled shrimp that they happily accommodated her for. Not a bite was left of this delicious feast.
Billy Miner’s Pie has a been a staple of The Keg’s dessert menu for a long time and we were very happy to see this arriving at our table. This pie consists of mocha ice cream on a chocolate crust with hot fudge, caramel and almonds. Our travels always land on two of the girls birthdays, Trisha annd Janet’s, this night was Trisha’s and we celebrated by sharing this jaw dropping dessert.
There are other locations in Montreal and the surrounding area. While we were in Old Montreal I poked my head into this very unique Keg.
I love how The Keg is not a cookie cutter restaurant but fits in with its’ surroundings. Come and visit The Keg today and when on travels look one up for a fantastic meal, that will make your stay even more enjoyable. I know for myself and my girlfriends it was a very memorable evening and one that I would really like to thank our host Pierre-Olivier and Samuel for the amazing service.
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Karen Anderson says
I would like to echo Tara’s comments about the Keg Montreal. The location and food were excellent but it was the service that made the dinner! Thanks to Pierre-Olivier and our server, Samuel. I would highly recommend the Keg for a great meal and evening out. Karen
Tara Noland says
So glad you enjoyed it Karen, it really was a fantastic night!
Robin Masshole Mommy says
My husband and I are thinking about heading to Montreal this summer. If we do, we will definitely check this place out.
Tara Noland says
It is a must stop for the best steak ever!! Enjoy!!
Jeanette says
I have always wanted to go to this restaurant! We have it down here where I live and it always looks so classy. The food looks outstanding I know for sure now I need to try it out.
Tara Noland says
The food is outstanding, you will love it Jeanette!
Aubrey says
Ah, the food looks divine!! Thank for for sharing
Tara Noland says
You are so welcome!
Clarissa says
Wow! The food, ambiance and especially that heated patio looks amazing at The Keg. I hope to be able to visit and check out this restaurant sometime.
Tara Noland says
I hope you can make, you will so enjoy all that they have to offer.
Kathy says
That looks like such a fancy place to go out for some drinks and dinner. I must say all that food does look amazing. The steak really stood out to me. I haven’t had a great steak in a long time.
Tara Noland says
Nothing like a great steak and they always prepare it to perfection!!
Mistee Dawn says
Oh wow. All of that food looks so amazing. Especially that pie! Looks like a fabulous place to eat!
Tara Noland says
Billy Miner’s Pie is insanely good!!
Crystal says
Man, everything does look incredible. I haven’t been to a great steakhouse in what feels like forever. Wish I were closer to The Keg.
Tara Noland says
Keep them in mind when you are travelling, I hope you get to go to one soon.
Janet says
I was very fortunate to be a part of the wonderful dining experience at The Keg in Montreal. Everything was amazing from the appetizers to dessert! The summer cocktail list had a great variety of interesting drinks. I had the best mango mojito ever! My steak was done to perfection and the accompaniments were delicous. A huge thank you to PO Bousquet for welcoming us and making certain that we were well looked after. Kudos to our server Samuel also. You treated us with superb service and lots of laughs too!
Tara Noland says
I loved spending time with you in Montreal Jan and this evening was a very memorable one at The Keg!
Lisa Favre says
I have been to The Keg Montreal and the ambiance is perfect! My favorite dish from the Keg is their blue cheese filet mignon. So tasty!
Tara Noland says
Oh yum, I also adore their blue cheese filet, so amazing!!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide says
What a fabulous experience! I think every meal out should be just that! We’ve been wanting to travel to Montreal- I’ll have to pin this as a place to remember for our trip!
Tara Noland says
Montreal is such a fabulous city with it’s wonderful old world feel. I will be doing a travel post on Montreal soon but a must stop is The Keg for sure!!
Jennifer says
I try to avoid chain restaurants and support small local places but the Keg has great food. This all looks delicious, that pie is teasing me!
Tara Noland says
When the food is this good, I will keep coming back for sure!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This Keg looks like a fantastic location. The food is amazing. Looks like you had a great time.
Tara Noland says
Everytime I go it is fabulous, a must stop if you have one close to you at home or on travels!
Lisa Bristol says
The Keg is a great restaurant. The food is always delicious and fresh.
Tara Noland says
Totally agree Lisa, we love going regularly!
Autumn R Reo says
We have a The Keg but have never been! I’ve always wanted to and your post makes me want it more!
Tara Noland says
Autumn you must go and try lots from the menu, you will love it!
Aimee Smith says
AMAZING. You had me at cheesy butter spread. I want one of everything!
Tara Noland says
LOL, yup that cheesy butter spread is awesome!!
Liz Mays says
From beginning to end, that meal was mouthwatering. I want to try that cheesy butter and that dessert the most!
Tara Noland says
Everything was fantastic but those are two really good choices too!
Amy Desrosiers says
This looks so good! I would love to visit Canada someday! My husband will be traveling there next month for our site!
Tara Noland says
He must stop into a Keg, we have them all across Canada and there are location in the US too!
Paula says
No one does steak better than the keg! Perfect every single time. I love Mariners pie omg I never think I can eat it all but it sure goes down nicely!
Tara Noland says
LOL, it sure is a great pie, thanks Paula!
Trisha Koebel says
Great friends, great food, great service! Need I say more!?
Special thanks to Pierre-Olivier and server Samuel for making this a wonderful birthday celebration!
Tara Noland says
It was truly a fantastic way to celebrate a birthday!! Thanks Trisha for meeting up in Montreal!!
Becky Tarala says
Oh my goodness, everything looks so good. I am putting The Keg on my list of must-visit restaurants!
Tara Noland says
Enjoy Becky, enjoy!!
Renee @ReneesKitchenAdventures says
If I ever find myself in Montreal, this place is going on my list of things to do! That food looks outrageously good!
Tara Noland says
You nailed it, it is outrageously good!! Thanks Renee!
Julie @Bread Booze Bacon says
That dinner looks fantastic! I haven’t been to The Keg in a couple years, but it sounds like it’s time to go back. I’m thinking date night!
Tara Noland says
You are thinking right, have a fabulous time!!
Christina | Christina's Cucina says
I have yet to visit Montreal, but it is very near the top of my list! The Keg looks like a great place to meet friends and because I’m not a big steak eater, I was happy to see that lovely shrimp and salad! Now that appeals to me! Hope I can get there soon! I’m often in Toronto, so I should try to swing it next time!
Tara Noland says
Take the train from Union, business class, so nice, so convenient and less expensive than flying! I am doing a Montreal post tomorrow and that is how I went.
carrie @ frugal foodie mama says
Wow! Everything looks amazing! Love that Chipotle Sirloin with the onion straws on top. And that pie!! Whoa! 🙂
Tara Noland says
I agree, looks crazy good with all those onions!! And, that pie is always a winner!!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
I love a great steak, and that mushrooms Neptune looks amazing! Great place!
Tara Noland says
The mushrooms are delish, I would have them everytime I go!