Mont-Tremblant’s Top-Rated Hidden Gem
🍽️ Côté Bouffe, Brigade Gourmande: Mont-Tremblant’s Top-Rated Hidden Gem Tucked away on Rue Suppère in Mont-Tremblant’s charming village, Côté Bouffe, Brigade Gourmande isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a feminine-powered culinary experience that’s earned its 4.9-star Google rating (333 reviews!) through equal parts charm, Quebecois flavors, and Instagram-worthy aesthetics. Here’s the inside scoop on whether this hotspot lives up to the hype. 🌟 Why It’s Rated #1 1️⃣ All-Female Chef Brigade: From plating to pantry, the kitchen’s women-led team brings delicate precision to every dish 2️⃣ Quebecois Soul: Ingredients sourced from local farms + artisanal producers 3️⃣ Vibe Check: Feels like dining in your chicest friend’s country kitchen (if she had a Michelin-starred palate) Decor Notes: Exposed beams, dried flower arrangements, and a petite gourmet boutique selling Quebec-made goods (more on that later). 🥘 The Food: Honest Review We tested their most photogenic menu items—here’s the verdict: 🍳 Eggs Benedict Duo ($18) • Options: Honey-glazed ham / smoked salmon / crispy bacon • Reality Check: Perfectly poached eggs, but the hollandaise lacked zingy punch • Rating: 7/10 (pretty but predictable) 🍟 Cajun Poutine ($16) • Twist: Swap fries for spicy roasted potato cubes • Highs: Gravy had deep red wine undertones • Lows: Cheese curds didn’t squeak (a Quebecois sin!) • Rating: 6.5/10 🥑 Smoked Salmon & Avocado Crostini ($14) • Presentation: Edible flower petals = 10/10 aesthetics • Flavor: Creamy but under-seasoned • Rating: 7.5/10 (saved by the salmon’s silky texture) 🍹 House Ice Tea ($6) • Surprise Element: Tropical boba pearls that pop with citrus • Verdict: Refreshing! Would order again Overall Taste Rating: 7.8/10 – More "lovely" than "mind-blowing" 📸 Insta-Worthy Angles ✔️ Table Setting: Rustic-chic ceramic plates on walnut slabs ✔️ Boutique Corner: Shelves of maple-scented candles + lavender salt ✔️ Open Kitchen: Snap chefs arranging microgreens with tweezers Soundtrack Bonus: When we entered, Pink Martini’s "Je ne veux pas travailler" was playing—peak French-Canadian vibes. 🛍️ Edible Souvenirs Worth Buying 🕯️ Candles: "Forêt Tremblant" (cedar + vanilla) – $28 🍯 Preserves: Wild blueberry & thyme jam – $12 🍷 Natural Wines: Le Rang des Rasades orange wine – $45 Pro Tip: Their house-blend maple pepper ($9) elevates any breakfast dish. ⚠️ What to Know Before You Go ✅ Reservations: Essential on weekends (via Tock) ✅ Portions: Smaller than typical Quebec fare—order 2-3 plates per person ✅ Best Seat: Window nook for people-watching + natural light ✅ Parking: Use P5 lot (5-min walk) #TremblantEats #QuebecCuisine #FoodieFind