Nestled in the picturesque borough of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue on the West Island of Montreal, Le Surcouf is a gem that consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience. This French restaurant has been our go-to place for celebrating our anniversary for three years running, and it never fails to impress. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by the Owner and MaĂźtre dâHĂŽtel, Dominique. Her charming and attentive nature added a personal touch to our evening, making us feel like cherished guests in her home. The service at Le Surcouf is impeccably timed, ensuring that each course is presented at the perfect moment, allowing us to savor every bite without feeling rushed. To start, my wife chose the "Crazy Salad," a delightful mix of fresh greens, vibrant vegetables, and a light, tangy dressing that awakened her palate. For her main course, she opted for the "Scallops with Leek GratinĂ© with Parmesan." The scallops were cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful, while the leek gratinĂ© added a creamy, savory richness that complemented the dish beautifully. I began my meal with "Le Foie Gras," a luxurious appetizer that was decadently smooth and rich, paired with a delicate, slightly sweet accompaniment that balanced the flavors exquisitely. For my main course, I chose the "Veal Chop with SautĂ©ed Mushrooms in a Cream Sauce." The veal chop was succulent and tender, with the sautĂ©ed mushrooms and cream sauce adding a depth of flavor that elevated the dish to a gastronomic delight. Every aspect of our meal at Le Surcouf was a testament to the restaurant's dedication to culinary excellence. The ambiance, enhanced by Dominique's engaging conversations, creates a welcoming and intimate atmosphere that makes each visit special. Le Surcouf is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary haven where exceptional food, outstanding service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere come together to create unforgettable dining experiences. It's no wonder we've made it our anniversary tradition, and we look forward to many more delightful evenings at this exquisite...
   Read moreWe've dined at Le Surcouf many times before and have always enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Thatâs why we chose it as the place to celebrate our wedding anniversary with friends. Unfortunately, the service during this visit was far below the standard we've come to expect. From the beginning of the evening, it felt as though our table had been forgotten. It took quite a while for anyone to bring us menus or a wine list. Once we ordered, the appetizers arrived and were excellentâbeautifully presented and full of flavor. The main courses were also delicious, with one exception: my friendâs lamb, ordered medium, arrived nearly rawâfar closer to blue than rare. Sheâs not picky, but this was clearly undercooked. It took some time to flag someone down to return it to the kitchen, and we noticed another table nearby also sending their meat back. Dessert was enjoyable, but our coffees were brought to us afterward and served lukewarm. After finishing, we asked for the billâbut again, we were left waiting. We had to ask three different staff members before my husband eventually got up to find someone. He discovered the staff gathered in the back, drinking. When we finally received the bill, the waiter offered only a weak apology and questioned who we had spoken to earlier. I simply told him this wasnât the level of service we were used to, especially for a special occasion. He said nothing in response. We still appreciate the food and the setting at Le Surcouf, but this experience was disappointing. We hope this was an off night and not a sign of declining standards.We have been to the Surcouf many times in the past. It was clear that no one on staff knew who was responsible for our table. Throughout the evening, we were approached by five different people, none of whom seemed to be communicating with each other. At a restaurant known for its typically high standards of service, this lack of coordination was especially...
   Read moreMalgrĂ© la fermeture du stationnement prĂšs de lâeau, on a trouvĂ© plein dâespace au stationnement sur la rue Lamarche. Vous avez un accĂšs directe au restaurant, vous trouverez des marches se terminant directement au restaurant. Le restaurant Ă©tait vraiment complet, câĂ©tait un vendredi soir. Votre serveur en chef StĂ©phane nous a trĂšs bien accueilli. Nous avons bien apprĂ©ciĂ© sa suggestion et avons pris la carafe de vin rouge. Votre vin rouge maison est excellent et je le recommande. Il est bien servi frais, Ă la bonne tempĂ©rature dâailleurs comme toujours et il roule si bien en bouche. Avant de recevoir nos entrĂ©es, on nous offre un petit muffin comme entrĂ©e trĂšs savoureux. Les EntrĂ©es; Jâavais choisi la bisque de homard qui Ă©tait super savoureuse et un peu salĂ©e ce qui mâa rappelĂ© la mer et tous ces bons crustacĂ©s en mer! Mon conjoint avait pris une salade CĂ©sar qui Ă©tait gĂ©nĂ©reuse, vraiment bonne et on a remarquĂ© ces petits trĂ©sors de petits croĂ»tons ce genre de bacon dĂ©licat, je cois que câest une des meilleures salade CĂ©sar. Avant le plat principal, on vous offre un trĂšs bon sorbet citronĂ© bien rafraĂźchissant. Il est trĂšs trĂšs bon. Tout aussi bon que dans le passĂ© il y avait ce magnifique sorbet aux pommes. Repas principal: Mon conjoint avait choisi lâonglet de boeuf, sauce Chimichurri, qui sâest dĂ©voilĂ© en WOW cette trĂšs tendre piĂšce de viande et qui explose de saveurs. Vraiment câĂ©tait un excellent choix pour un bon amateur de viande bovine. De mon cĂŽtĂ©, Ă©tant presque aussi carnivore que mon conjoint, jâai choisi le carrĂ© dâagneau si dĂ©licatement cuisinĂ©! ! Vraiment OMG et WOW cet agneau si tendre quâun couteau Ă steak ne soit pas nĂ©cessaire on peu pratiquement utiliser la fourchette pour la couper ! Ce carrĂ© dâagneau aux saveurs irrĂ©sistible, assaisonnĂ©es dĂ©licatement accompagnĂ© dâune sauce bien composĂ©e, harmonisĂ©e, et savoureuse , jâavoue que câest un plat digne dâun roi qui sâavĂšre bien gĂ©nĂ©reux au premier regard mais une fois en bouche, on ne veut rien laisser tellement que câest bon. Ne vous gĂȘnez pas, malgrĂ© que lâutilisation de la fourchette et du couteau soit plus soignĂ©, pour ne rien manquer il est permis dâutiliser les doigts pour dĂ©guster la viande autour de lâos. Vraiment rien existe autour de soi lorsquâon savoure ce carrĂ© dâagneau. Comme toujours et jâinsiste, leur carrĂ© dâagneau demeure toujours le plat gagnant mĂȘme approuvĂ© par mon mari! AprĂšs un tel repas gastronomique Ă gĂ©nĂ©reuses portions on ne savais plus si nous pouvions regarder la carte des desserts. Lorsque ce jeune charmant serveur a ramassĂ© nos assiettes complĂštement vides sauf les os restants, lol, il est retournĂ© pour prendre notre commande de desserts. Il mâa rappelĂ© des souvenirs de jeunesse en me disant quâil se permettait toujours une plaisante fin avec un dessert chez lui malgrĂ© sâĂȘtre rassasiĂ©. Il avait bien raison! La gourmandise a pris le dessus. Il faut bien terminer sa soirĂ©e! Ce qui nous a bien motivĂ©. Mon conjoint a pris un mi-cuit au chocolat prĂ©sentĂ© avec une glace bien crĂ©meuse Ă la vanille et le mi-cuit se dĂ©voile sous cet chapeau de gĂąteau un veloutĂ© crĂ©meux au chocolat, un classique. Mon choix Ă©tait la tarte tatin aux pommes aromatisĂ©es dâune sauce au caramel. Le goĂ»t de beurre et du caramel complimente trĂšs bien les pommes et mĂȘme ajoute un cĂŽtĂ© croustillant autour du feuilletĂ©. Et croyant que nous avions terminĂ©, on nous a offert chacun un petit choux Ă la crĂšme dĂ©corĂ© dâun soupçon de chocolat. TrĂšs bon! Comment rĂ©sister! Quelle gourmandise! Vos serveurs et serveuses font une superbe Ă©quipe. On remarque votre serveur en chef attentif aux moindre dĂ©tails. Notre gentille serveuse qui depuis plusieurs annĂ©es fait parti de votre maison, a si bien su nous servir, Ă chacun de nos plats respectifs et ce sans quâon la guide. Ăa câest de lâorganisation. MĂȘme ce charmant jeune homme nouvellement recrutĂ©, qui nous a inspirĂ© lâimportance du dessert, jâavoue quâil est un trĂšs bel ajout Ă votre Ă©quipe. Merci pour cette dĂ©licieuse et trĂšs...
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