Celebrity chef Martin Picard led Montréal’s meat “new wave” by opening Au Pied de Cochon (translation: the pig’s foot) in 2001, and its patrons and personnel today bank on a seemingly indelible reputation. The foie gras, served at least seven different ways, one as poutine, still merits high praise. And sure enough, it’s fun to open Duck in a Can right at the table. But in all the bustle and frenzy you may receive your entrée a split second after your salad and be asked if you want dessert a minute after that. Tables of four or greater seemed to have more time and space to have a few drinks and laughs. An elaborate raw bar is on view near the entrance of this low-key, upscale, always packed restaurant, and includes oysters, lobster, and local catch. Picard’s newest expansion includes a seasonal cabane à sucre (sugar shack) and an award-winning cookbook with its recipes. Reservations are recommended.
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Au Pied de Cochon
536 rue Duluth est (near rue St-Hubert)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Plateau Mont-Royal
Hours
Tues–Sun 5pm–midnight
Transportation
Métro: Sherbrooke
Phone
514/281-1114
Prices
Main courses C$14–C$51
Cuisine Type
Contemporary
Web site
Au Pied de Cochon
Map
536 rue Duluth est MontrealNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.