626279 Mon Jun 08 19:10:15 -0700 2009 25 22 Quebec (including Montreal) 0 4754899 I went by this new resto last week and peeked at the menu. It seems to be seafood and fish oriented with a southern feel. I don't recall the details but there was a lobster BLT and some kind of a softshell crab sandwich on offer. Has anyone been yet? This might be a long shot but from reading previous posts from BigFellow, I'm wondering if this couldn't be his restaurant. Mon Jun 08 19:10:15 -0700 2009 27083 Simon Patrice 1 4755083 I'm not 100% sure but I don't think he has anything to do with this place. From what I know, it's run by the son (s) of the woman who ran O'Bistro, and it's ahem, purposes aren't necessarily, well, serving the best food. I'll leave it at that. I had also glanced at the menu a while back and was struck by a few things. First and foremost, how short it was. Secondly, the prices and thirdly and most importantly to me, the lack of direction. It seemed to be a bit of this, a bit of that and not much of anything substantial. A bit of southwestern style a bit of French, an italian dish thrown in for good measure..... I wasn't impressed, nor was I tempted to go there. I would be curious to read a review from someone who's actually eaten there. It won't be on my dime. Mon Jun 08 20:10:36 -0700 2009 4754899 118582 maisonbistro 2 4755805 I am pretty sure Lucille's has the same owners as Marche 27 and Greasy Spoon. I am friendly with one of the chefs from Greasy Spoon and he told me its one of their restaurants. Tue Jun 09 06:41:35 -0700 2009 4755083 283184 Alyson777 3 4755883 My wife and I ate there a few days after it opened which is really too soon to review the food. All I can say is that there seems to be attempt to have a kind of "Garde Manger meets Globe on Monkland" theme. I 'm not sure if the waitresses are still outfitted in the barely there clingy micro mini thingies they were wearing when we were there but I don't think that will go over to well with some diners. When we were there all of the terrace doors were open which made the interior quite unpleasant with all the smokers outside. Particularly offensive was the a**hole smoking a cigar (shame on the restaurant staff for allowing it). I'll give it another try but will wait for them to find their groove. Tue Jun 09 07:04:45 -0700 2009 4755805 11493 eat2much 3 4756405 I did a quick check of the Greasy Spoon menu, when I was on Laurier street a couple of days ago. They have a $17 hamburger(is it very similiar to the burger at Marche 27, which I have eaten at)! Is the food at Greasy Spoon restaurant good ? Tue Jun 09 09:20:44 -0700 2009 4755805 11610 BLM 4 4756841 I actually like Greasy Spoon better then March 27. Marche 27 is more of a Tartar restaurant and I am not a fan of Tartar. I have recommended Greasy spoon to several people and it was a hit every time.Appetizers range from $6 to $14, and mains will set you back anywhere from $15 to $30 I havent tried many things on the menu but I do recommend trying the Angus beef steak. also really like Griffintown restaurant on Notredame. It kinda reminds me of Marche 27/ Greasy Spoon. I think the chefs are friends as well. Tue Jun 09 11:11:12 -0700 2009 4756405 283184 Alyson777 3 5168082 You'd be correct Mon Nov 09 14:09:04 -0800 2009 4755805 242055 Scrumdidiliumptious 2 4756294 What is the price range? What would you recommend? Tue Jun 09 08:51:31 -0700 2009 4755083 322050 Dusty08 3 4756376 I can't recommend anything since I haven't eaten there and don't plan on it anytime soon. The price range is what I would call expensive - although I can't give you any price quotes. I thought it was very steep. Tue Jun 09 09:14:10 -0700 2009 4756294 118582 maisonbistro 4 4757048 From what I remember from my peek at the menu (posted outside), there wasn't a bottle of wine for less than $40, and few wines by the glass. With Vino and Taverne so close by, why bother? Tue Jun 09 12:14:40 -0700 2009 4756376 81072 lorie 1 4760874 When I saw the name I thought these people were opening the perfect spot for NDG, a diner! I was very disapointed to see that once again they are trying to open a high-end restaurant in that location, which by the way, is getting a third restaurant (the first two O'Bistro and Trais Marie were always empty). I would have prefared a good place to eat a burger and ice cream instead. NDG needs good quality greasy spoons to take the family out, most of the people living there are families, not trendy bachelors looking for a date. Wed Jun 10 14:00:28 -0700 2009 4754899 182665 mzalce 2 4761077 who wouldn't love an old time diner in montreal like those seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives... Wed Jun 10 14:53:09 -0700 2009 4760874 55359 blondee_47 3 4761089 Oooooh. I dream of a place like they have on that show. I think part of the problem is the rent on that part of Monkland has skyrocketed and I'm not sure how a real old-fashioned greasy-spoon/diner- type place could make ends meet in that location. But I would certainly love to see one there. Wed Jun 10 14:55:34 -0700 2009 4761077 66614 kpzoo 2 4818692 You are so right! What Montreal needs is a good diner. Best option for families in NDG is our favorite Bofinger on Sherbrooke W. Great burgers and pulled meat sandwiches - their toppings are to die for and the sides are great. Tue Jun 30 12:28:14 -0700 2009 4760874 261591 mikjomom44 3 4822170 The only thing keeping me from opening in NDG is the lack of a good location! Wed Jul 01 13:49:14 -0700 2009 4818692 259263 bigfellow 4 4823908 On Saint- Denis corner Gilford there is a Pizzaiole restaurant in what looks like an authentic old fashion diner. This kind of set up with actual diner style food is what we are missing in Montreal. I am often in Connecticut and they have the most amazing high end family diners all over New England. Or.... a diner like the famous Buckhead diner in Atlanta. http://www.buckheadrestaurants.com/diner.html Thu Jul 02 06:35:07 -0700 2009 4822170 283184 Alyson777 5 4824056 IIRC, that spot had a "real" diner menu when it opened, but the concept didn't work here - which is why it's now a Pizzaiolle... Thu Jul 02 07:26:35 -0700 2009 4823908 19331 cherylmtl 6 4824668 Perhaps it's the location that didn't work...A family style diner should not be on Saint Denis in my opinion... Thu Jul 02 10:24:07 -0700 2009 4824056 283184 Alyson777 7 4824693 I am still hunting for a decent location...and maybe a new realtor. Thu Jul 02 10:31:03 -0700 2009 4824668 259263 bigfellow 8 4825122 IMHO a diner here; for it not to be considered a greasy spoon, needs the true Diner effect not a restaurant store front per se: that's a lot of bucks in an economy that falling especially if this Diner is going to have a diner-menu and prices to match. Thu Jul 02 12:50:55 -0700 2009 4824693 55359 blondee_47 1 4770680 Enticing atmosphere! The waitress forgot to mention that there was a raw bar menu that is only listed on the wall, typically covered by those standing. Excellent Lobster BLT!! I ordered Mussels...Only 6 mussels came in the bowl for $13. Teeny piece of Halibut was also ordered for $25. I was told it was garnished with a green salad and lentils. It came with lentils and 3 slices of pear. The waitress was descent, Then extremly excitable upon bill time. The daily drink of Iced tea coctail was delicious. I think it is a good spot for appetizers and drinks. For dinner i would only hit up the lobster and raw bar. Sat Jun 13 20:03:25 -0700 2009 4754899 283184 Alyson777 2 4805043 I've been there a few days ago. The food was good (we had the salmon tartar, ribs, Cesar salad with fried oysters and the lobster BLT). The price and service were ok. I will go back in a near future to try the raw bar. Thu Jun 25 08:23:18 -0700 2009 4770680 285732 Foie Gras Lover 3 4810928 I went this week and had a great time !! The food was not spectacular but very enjoyable, loved the southern smoked ribs and the raw bar especially the raw scallops. Many kinds of oysters east and west coast. Good staff, drank some strawberry mojitos, all and all a good time with a good atmosphere, not cheap but will for sure go back..... worth a try Sat Jun 27 10:50:47 -0700 2009 4805043 1089016 steakcombo 1 4811878 Does anyone have the contact info? Sat Jun 27 19:01:00 -0700 2009 4754899 167296 devilishlyj 2 4811891 The Google says: 5626 Monkland Ave. (Marcil and Oxford Sts.) 514-482-1471 Sat Jun 27 19:09:32 -0700 2009 4811878 66614 kpzoo 2 4824019 http://www.lucillesoyster.com/ Thu Jul 02 07:10:48 -0700 2009 4811878 285732 Foie Gras Lover