Melzari Montreal · Gourmet Menu

French-Canadian Gastronomy for Casino Evenings

Seasonal tasting journeys Québec terroir ingredients

The Melzari menu celebrates the finesse of French technique and the soul of Canadian produce. From curated seasonal tastings to raw bar indulgences and chef's table encounters, each course is designed as a quietly theatrical moment at your table.

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Seasonal tasting flights
6 & 9 course experiences
Sommelier pairings
Old World & Québec terroir
Chef's table
By advance reservation

The Melzari Table

Our kitchen follows the seasons of Québec: wild mushrooms, late-summer berries, Laurentian game, and coastal shellfish appear in elegant, quietly luxurious compositions. Menus evolve frequently; below is a portrait of the experience awaiting you at Melzari.

Québec-sourced ingredients French technique Tasting journeys

Experience a curated selection of French-Canadian dishes that shifts with the rhythm of the markets. Each course layers textures, temperatures, and aromatics to create a cohesive narrative from amuse-bouche to mignardises.

Chef's Seasonal Degustation
6 or 9 course experience · Available for the entire table

An evolving composition of signature plates, highlighting Québec's finest producers: coastal shellfish, heritage meats, foraged vegetables, and orchard fruits. Designed as an unhurried progression, tailored to your table's pace.

Seasonal Chef curated
Market price
Vegetal Tasting Path
Plant-forward menu · Vegan upon request

An entirely plant-based journey, celebrating Québec gardens, grains, and orchards with the same precision and ceremony as our classic tasting. Sauces, infusions, and broths are built without dairy, eggs, or animal stock on request.

Vegetarian Vegan friendly
Market price

Refined appetizer compositions that prepare the palate: bright acidity, delicate smokiness, and subtle aromatics frame the courses to come.

Smoked Maple Salmon Millefeuille
Cold starter · Québec maple · Citrus

Layers of lightly smoked Atlantic salmon, maple crème fraîche, and preserved lemon on buckwheat crisp, finished with trout roe and garden herbs.

House signature
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Foie Gras & Ice Cider Terrine
Warm & cold contrast · Brioche

Québec foie gras layered with ice cider gelée, toasted milk brioche, apple mostarda, and toasted pecans.

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Laurentian Beet Carpaccio
Vegetarian · Aromatic herbs

Paper-thin marinated beets with spruce tip oil, whipped goat cheese, roasted hazelnuts, and blackcurrant vinaigrette.

Vegetarian
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Chef's Main Creations

Entrées that Define the Melzari Kitchen

Our mains explore depth and restraint: seared meats, slow reductions, and quietly confident plating showcase the best of French technique and Canadian provenance.

Seared Duck Breast & Saskatoon Berry
Medium rare · Saskatoon berry reduction

Crisp-skinned duck breast with Saskatoon berry and Vin Jaune jus, confit leg croquette, celeriac purée, and braised endive.

Québec duck
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Organic Lamb with Wild Mushroom Jus
Roasted saddle · Foraged mushrooms

Organic lamb saddle roasted on the bone, wild mushroom jus, smoked potato mousseline, charred leek hearts, and juniper.

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Atlantic Halibut à la Poêle
Pan-seared · Shellfish emulsion

Pan-roasted halibut with beurre blanc of coastal shellfish, caramelized fennel, fingerling potatoes, and dill oil.

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Our plant-based dishes are designed as centerpieces, not afterthoughts, carrying the same attention to detail as every plate from the Melzari kitchen.

Charred Brassica & Smoked Almond Velouté
Vegetarian · Can be prepared vegan

Roasted cauliflower and charred brassicas, smoked almond velouté, pickled mustard seed, and preserved lemon gremolata.

Vegetarian
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Maple-Glazed Parsnip & Barley Risotto
Vegan · Slow cooked grains

Creamy barley risotto finished with roasted parsnip, maple glaze, toasted sunflower seeds, and herb oil, prepared entirely plant-based.

Vegan Dairy free
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We proudly offer a range of creative vegetarian and vegan dishes. If you are joining a tasting experience, please advise us at the time of reservation so we may tailor the progression accordingly.

Raw Bar & Caviar Service

Atlantic Oysters, Tableside Caviar, and Maritime Brightness

Our raw bar is an ode to the cold waters of the Atlantic. Served on linen-draped trolleys, selections arrive on crushed ice with precise garnishes, allowing the purity of the product to lead.

Raw bar indulgence Tableside service
Fresh Atlantic Oysters
Served on ice · By the half-dozen or dozen

Daily selection of Atlantic oysters, opened to order. Served with Champagne mignonette, spruce tip hot sauce, lemon, and seasonal garnish.

Raw bar
Market price
Caviar Service
Tableside · Optional pairing

Premium caviar presented tableside on carved ice with traditional accompaniments. Available as an indulgent opening course or alongside oysters and chilled seafood.

Premium Tableside
Market price

Our team will gladly guide you through provenance, salinity, and texture to curate a raw bar moment that harmonizes with your chosen menu path.

Caviar and raw bar selection presented on ice at Melzari

Sommelier & Dessert Atelier

Pairings, Patience, and a Sweet Finale

From first pour to last confection, our cellar and dessert atelier work in concert to close your evening with warmth and precision.

Our dedicated sommelier curates a world-class list, balancing Old World icons with expressive Québec terroir bottlings, artisanal ciders, and thoughtfully non-alcoholic pairings.

Classic Wine Pairing
Aligned to tasting menus

A progression of wines selected to mirror each course's texture and aromatic structure. Emphasis on Burgundy, the Loire, Champagne, and restrained New World estates.

Per person
Québec Terroir Pairing
Local vineyards · Ciders · Small producers

An exploration of regional winemakers and cider houses, highlighting the nuance of cold-climate viticulture and heritage apple varieties.

Per person

Non-alcoholic pairings and bespoke bottle recommendations are available; please speak with our sommelier during your visit.

Handcrafted desserts blend French patisserie with seasonal Canadian produce, finished with sculptural detail for a quietly dramatic finale.

Artfully plated dessert from the Melzari dessert atelier
Maple & Birch Tarte Fine
Crisp pastry · Warm spices

Thin caramelized pastry layered with roasted apples, maple crème légère, birch syrup caramel, and vanilla ice cream.

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Dark Chocolate & Blackcurrant Composition
Gluten-free by design

Silky dark chocolate crémeux, blackcurrant sorbet, cocoa nib crunch, and cassis marshmallow.

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Chef's Table

Chef's Table Experience

Reserve our intimate chef's table for a multi-course gastronomic journey, featuring off-menu creations and exclusive wine pairings crafted in real time around you and your guests.

Seated beside the open pass, guests are invited into the choreography of the kitchen. The chef composes an extended tasting of seasonal, often experimental plates, many of which will never appear on the printed menu. Our sommelier works alongside the brigade to pour rare bottles, large formats, or themed pairings tailored to the evening.

4–8 guests Advance booking required Custom wine pairings
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Intimate chef's table experience at Melzari with multiple courses served

Bar & Cellar Selections

Artisanal Cocktails, Vintage Bubbles, and Québec Craft Ciders

The Melzari bar offers an elegant complement to your menu: precise cocktails, rare spirits, and a curated collection of vintage champagnes and regional ciders.

Pre-dinner, between courses, or as a reflective close to the evening, our bar team works in dialogue with the kitchen to ensure every glass harmonizes with the plate in front of you.

  • Signature low-ABV aperitifs featuring Québec botanicals and vermouths
  • Classic stirred and shaken cocktails interpreted with house infusions
  • Rare spirits and digestifs, including limited-release Canadian whiskies
  • Vintage champagnes and grower sparkling wines served by the glass and bottle
  • Curated Québec craft cider selection, from dry pétillant to ice cider

Our full bar and cellar list is presented at your table and updated frequently. For a seamless evening, we invite you to note any preferences in your reservation request.

Allergen & Dietary Care

Allergen and Dietary Information

We accommodate dietary restrictions with care and transparency, ensuring that every guest can relax into the Melzari experience.

Many of our dishes can be thoughtfully adapted to accommodate common dietary needs, including gluten sensitivities, shellfish allergies, and vegetarian or vegan preferences. Please inform us of any allergies when placing your reservation and again with your server upon arrival.

While our team follows rigorous protocols, all dishes are prepared in a shared kitchen environment. Guests with severe allergies are invited to speak directly with our team in advance so that we may advise on suitable options.

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