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Alma Montréal

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CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Mexican
1231 Lajoie Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 1P2

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2 people
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10:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Mexican corn and Catalan natural wine are the bedrock of this Outremont favorite that's been named one of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants. Chef Juan Lopez Luna combines authentic techniques and flavours with local Quebec ingredients, grinding his own masa for the tasting menu that might include Oaxacan tetelas with shishito peppers and bacon. Sommelier Lindsay Brennan will help you pair that with a top-notch selection of wines from the Barcelona region. Request a seat at the counter by the kitchen so you can catch Lopez Luna in action.

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Philosophy

Alma's tasting menu is a journey from the ocean to the mountains, highlighting heirloom corn from Mexico which is nixtamalised and ground in-house revealing fresh masa each morning. Chef Juan Lopez Luna shares the flavours of his childhood in Central Mexico, integrating authentic Mexican techniques, heirloom Mexican corn and local Quebecois and East Coast ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (514) 543-1363
  • Website
    https://www.almamontreal.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Alma can be privatized for groups of up to 20 people. Please contact us by email for more information : info@almamontreal.com
  • Location
    1231 Lajoie Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 1P2
  • Description
    (Canada's Top 100)Located off the beaten path in the heart of Outremont, Alma is an intimate 24-seat restaurant showcasing modern Mexican cuisine with authentic techniques and flavours combined with local Quebec ingredients. It is operated by the couple, Chef Juan Lopez Luna et sommelier and wine importer Lindsay Brennan. Alma offers a tasting menu experience (5 or 9 courses) inspired by the concept of "mar y montana", largely influenced by Chef Juan's childhood memories of central Mexico as well as the couple's time spent on the coastal region of Oaxaca. Lopez is one of the few chefs in Canada working with heritage corn from Mexico, making fresh masa in-house each morning and tortillas by hand with his grandmother's traditional tortilla press. The wine list specializes in sunshine-filled Catalan wines from a unique group of winemaker-friends from the Barcelona region. Alma is the Canadian destination for Catalan wines, with a deep cellar of back vintages and rare cuvées.
  • Neighborhood
    Outremont
  • Cross street
    Bloomfield
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro Outremont
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu

    CA$129.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Nous vous présentons 9 services axés sur les fruits de mer, les produits saisonniers du QC et les saveurs traditionnelles du Mexique. C’est une célébration de la vie et des belles choses, et ce, en vous faisant voyager à nos places préférées. Le menu met en lumière le maïs ancestral du Mexique, que nous importons et transformons sur place en utilisons la méthode traditionnelle de nixtamalisation. (Si vous avez des allergies ou intolérances, merci de mettre une note lors de la réservation pour que nous puissions adapter le menu en conséquence. ) // The most intime and unique expression of Alma, the menu carte blanche is a 9-course curated experience inspired by the traditional flavours of Mexico, fresh seafood and our local seasonal Québec produce. It highlights heirloom corn which we import from Mexico and transform in-house using the ancient method of nixtamalization. It is a celebration of life and of moments in time, capturing the essence of traditional Mexican gastronomy and inviting you to journey to our very favorite places. (Please note that if you have allergies or restrictions, it is essential that we know ahead of time in order to prepare accordingly.)
    Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu Photo

  • Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu

    CA$99.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Le menu dégustation de 5 services est un aperçu de notre menu carte blanche. Il vous offre l'option d'ajouter des plats (salés et sucrés) pour compléter l'expérience. Il s'inspire du concept "Mar y Montana," où les montagnes rencontrent la mer. Le menu souligne les saveurs traditionnelles du Mexique. Il met en lumière le maïs ancestral, les fruits de mer et les produits locaux et saisonniers du Québec. Le maïs ancestral vient du Mexique et il est transformé et moulu chaque matin sur place en utilisant l'ancien processus de nixtamalisation. (le prix du menu 5 services est sujet à changement) // Our 5 service tasting menu is a preview of the full tasting menu experience, with the option of ordering additional plates (savoury or sweet) to complete the menu. Like the Menu Carte Blanche, the 5-course menu is inspired by the concept of "Mar y Montana" (where the mountains meet the sea). The menu highlights traditional Mexican cuisine, heirloom corn, fresh seafood and local, seasonal produce from Quebec. We use the heirloom corn is transformed using the ancient method of nixtamalization, and milled fresh in-house every morning. (the price of the 5 course menu is subject to change).
    Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu Photo

  • Groupe Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu

    CA$129.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 4, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Nous vous présentons 9 services axés sur les fruits de mer, les produits saisonniers du QC et les saveurs traditionnelles du Mexique. C’est une célébration de la vie et des belles choses, et ce, en vous faisant voyager à nos places préférées. Le menu met en lumière le maïs ancestral du Mexique, que nous importons et transformons sur place en utilisons la méthode traditionnelle de nixtamalisation. (Si vous avez des allergies ou intolérances, merci de mettre une note lors de la réservation pour que nous puissions adapter le menu en conséquence. ) // The most intime and unique expression of Alma, the menu carte blanche is a 9-course curated experience inspired by the traditional flavours of Mexico, fresh seafood and our local seasonal Québec produce. It highlights heirloom corn which we import from Mexico and transform in-house using the ancient method of nixtamalization. It is a celebration of life and of moments in time, capturing the essence of traditional Mexican gastronomy and inviting you to journey to our very favorite places. (Please note that if you have allergies or restrictions, it is essential that we know ahead of time in order to prepare accordingly.)
    Groupe Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu Photo

Menu

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What 45 people are saying

Alma Montréal reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Montreal / Quebec

    Best Service

  • Montreal / Quebec

    Good for special occasions

  • Montreal

    Best Service

  • Montreal

    Innovative

  • Montreal

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma Montréal is celebrated for its "amazing food and ambiance," offering "outstanding" culinary experiences with an "exceptional" and "refined" Mexican menu. Guests rave about the "impeccable" service and "phenomenal" wine pairings. The intimate setting enhances the "memorable" dining experience. Some dishes feature "authentic details," like a mole sauce with over 30 ingredients.
45 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Flavors, flowers, texture, totally original and absolutely delicious

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  2. Alec VIP

    Atlanta22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food, and drinks. Thank you all for a wonderful experience!

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  3. Alexandre

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still my favorite restaurant! Amazing food and ambiance.

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  4. Patrick

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superbe repas, merci à Alma pour cette inoubliable soirée!

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  5. Fernand

    Montreal21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Une agréable découverte. Authentique cuisine Mexicaine Moderne Une excellente adresse. Une note spéciale pour la qualité et le proffessionnalisme du personnel. De l’acceuil à l’au revoir.

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  6. Niels

    Montreal3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Un plaisir absolu en bouche, un eveil à chaque bouchée pour les papilles gustatives! Des saveurs, des odeurs et des couleurs plein la tête! Je recommande chaudement de prendre le menu carte blanche et de vous laissez surprendre par le chef !

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  7. Nicolas

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food. One of the most tasty experiences in Montreal. The servers are very attentive, and Catalan wine is a must-try.

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  8. Julia VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They are unclear about how many courses to order and the portions are one to two bites and all were raw to lightly cooked fish. The sauces were excellent but similar. Clearly the chef can cook but menu was repetitive- no vegetables, no poultry, no beef. I felt the value was not there. Wine pairing was too expensive for the quality and quantity.
    Alma MontréalResponded on May 12, 2025
    We are sorry to hear that you feel this way about your experience. We work very hard to communicate clearly the difference between the two menu options (5-course menu which is a glimpse of the full tasting menu, with option to add savoury and sweet dishes) and the full 9-course tasting menu. During the reservation process and in your day-of confirmation/welcome message, we indicate that our menu is seafood and fish focused. Local vegetables are very much a part of the menu and are highlighted in our salsas which each are made of distinct ingredients, flavours and colours. We currently serve a QC duck breast as the final savoury course. Finally, we are in Quebec and French is many of our first language! Our servers speak great English (and Spanish) and are happy to translate. Best, Alma

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  9. Chloé

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mega coup de coeur pour le menu carte blanche du Alma. Tout était absolument délicieux !

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  10. Emily

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was incredible. We are excited to go back later in the summer once the menu changes to experience it again!

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FAQs

Alma Montréal is rated 4.8 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. Canada
  3. Montreal / Quebec
  4. Montreal
  5. Outremont

Make a reservation

Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alma Montréal

1231 Lajoie Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 1P2

Additional information

  • Description
    (Canada's Top 100)Located off the beaten path in the heart of Outremont, Alma is an intimate 24-seat restaurant showcasing modern Mexican cuisine with authentic techniques and flavours combined with local Quebec ingredients. It is operated by the couple, Chef Juan Lopez Luna et sommelier and wine importer Lindsay Brennan. Alma offers a tasting menu experience (5 or 9 courses) inspired by the concept of "mar y montana", largely influenced by Chef Juan's childhood memories of central Mexico as well as the couple's time spent on the coastal region of Oaxaca. Lopez is one of the few chefs in Canada working with heritage corn from Mexico, making fresh masa in-house each morning and tortillas by hand with his grandmother's traditional tortilla press. The wine list specializes in sunshine-filled Catalan wines from a unique group of winemaker-friends from the Barcelona region. Alma is the Canadian destination for Catalan wines, with a deep cellar of back vintages and rare cuvées.
  • Cross street
    Bloomfield
  • Neighborhood
    Outremont
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Seafood, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Metro Outremont
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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