🍷 Montreal Bistro | Le Boulevardier

🏛 Space Design: Architectural Poetry Perched on the second floor of Le Germain Hotel, this French gem was conceived by renowned local firm Atelier Zebulon Perron. The design celebrates the building's original brutalist concrete skeleton – exposed beams loom over walnut paneling and Carrara marble counters, creating a Parisian brasserie vibe that's both nostalgic and contemporary. At dusk, custom brass lighting casts a golden glow that softens the raw concrete. 🍽 On the Plate: Precise French Technique Starter: Their silky Duck Liver Parfait with fig compote and brioche is textbook perfection. Main: The Duck Confit achieves that elusive crisp-skin/tender-meat balance, served with duck-fat-infused lentils. Secret Menu: Every Thursday features market-driven specials (think herb-crusted lamb saddle with black garlic purée). 🍷 Wine & Service The cellar stocks 200+ French labels. For duck, the sommelier suggested a Loire Valley Chinon with soft tannins and bramble notes. Don't miss their namesake "Boulevardier" cocktail (bourbon + Campari). 💡 Need to Know Best Seat: Curved banquettes by the window overlooking Place Ville Marie Price Point: ~$90-120 CAD for 3 courses with wine Design Easter Egg: Restroom mirrors feature laser-cut maps of Old Montreal 📍 Address: 2050 Mansfield St (2F of Le Germain Hotel) ⏰ Hours: Tue-Sat 5:30PM-10:30PM 📷 Perfect For: Design buffs | Anniversary dinners | Power meals #MontrealDesignDining #FrenchBistro #ArchitectureAndFood