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Alma Montréal

CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem

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
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (514) 543-1363
  • 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
  • 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$109.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Nous vous présentons 9 services de produits locaux et saisonniers, axé sur le partage et les saveurs éclatantes du Mexique et de la Méditerranée. C’est une célébration de la vie et des belles choses, et ce, en vous faisant voyager à nos places préférées. // The most intime and unique expression of Alma, we curate a 9-course menu each day inspired by the flavours of Mexico and the Mediterranean, highlighting fresh seafood and our local seasonal produce. It is a celebration of moments, inviting you to journey to our very favorite places.
    Menu carte blanche - 9 course tasting menu Photo
  • Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu

    CA$79.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Notre menu dégustation de 5 services avec l'option d'ajouter des plats (salés ou sucrés) pour completer l'expérience. Cette option vous offre un aperçu du menu carte blanche, tout en vous laissant la liberté de vous approprier le rythme de votre soirée. 79$ par personne // Our 5 service tasting menu inspired by "Mar y Montana", with the option of ordering additional plates (savoury or sweet) to complete the experience. We get you started with the first 5 savoury courses and you decide how your evening will evolve ! 79$ per person
    Menu 5 services - 5 course tasting menu Photo

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

2 Reviews
  1. Fabio

    Montreal

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent informative service both for the food and for the wine pairing. Portions are well-sized (had the 5-course tasting menu). Music level was a bit too loud at first but staff brought it down. A most enjoyable evening.

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  2. Miguel

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    True mexican corn flavor, the combination of local ingredients an mexican cousine was amazing! Cheers to the staff!

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FAQs

Alma Montréal is rated 4.9 stars by 2 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 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
    Wed–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
  • Phone number
    (514) 543-1363
  • 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
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