Le Cuisinomane discovers : Le Géraldine, Yïsst, and Les Mômes

Le Géraldine

163 Saint-Eustache Street, Saint-Eustache, QC J7R 2L5 (Laurentides)

*Bring your own wine

Let me take you to Old Saint-Eustache, to the Plessis-Bélair house built in 1880, where chef Olivier and his wife—who runs the dining room—have brought it back to life in their own way… and in a delicious way. Warm décor, comfortable chairs, pressed tablecloths, professional service… Clearly, we are in the hands of hosts who know how to welcome guests. Their desire to offer a memorable experience is reflected in generous dishes that go against the trend of small sharing plates. Here, the focus is on hearty, full plates loaded with Quebec products.

During my visit, I indulged in pure decadence with a pan-seared foie gras served on camelina-seed French toast (camelina is a northern plant grown in Quebec with floral and herbaceous notes), topped with camelina crumble, pear jam, camelina honey gel, and finished with a drizzle of maple balsamic vinegar. It’s airy, crunchy, crisp, sweet, salty, and tangy… The chef doesn’t hold back—it’s indulgent!

I also loved sensing the chef’s signature in every dish throughout the evening. He enjoys balancing boldness and tradition while respecting the ingredients through refined techniques and precise control of cooking and sauces.

Don’t forget to bring your wine!

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Yïsst Pub Petite-Patrie

901 Saint-Zotique East Street, Montreal, QC H2S 1M9 (Montreal)

Since 2015, this neighborhood brewery has stayed true to its values: introducing customers to Quebec products, both in the glass and on the plate.

“I remember in our early years people asking why we didn’t serve Mojitos, for example. Today, the spirits scene is so developed that we can practically make anything using Quebec alcohol,” says co-owner Catherine Archambault.

The same philosophy applies to their unpretentious dishes, some of which have been on the menu since day one. Take the house-made focaccia, which has become something of a centerpiece of the menu—served as a sandwich, as a seasonal toast, or simply to dip into their homemade spreads.

I particularly enjoyed the local mushroom toast, where a runny egg and labneh perfectly round out the intensity of the miso.

The venue is perfect for festive gatherings (or quieter ones) with friends or colleagues.

Wine, beer, and cider lovers will also find plenty to enjoy with beautiful local products.

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Les Mômes

586 Villeray Street, Montreal, QC H2R 1H6 (Montreal)

*Bring your own wine

Bold or not, the experience at Les Mômes is pleasant, relaxed, cheerful, and… quite delicious. On one side is Yoann Van Den Berg, a young prodigy chef with an almost frustrating level of effortless talent. On the other is Marie Voyer, who warmly takes care of guests in the dining room with a contagious smile. Simple décor, vibrant plates. You don’t have to wait for dessert to notice Yoann’s skill: palace-level techniques, elevated ingredients, vibrant flavor pairings, and meticulous execution perfectly suited to the concept.

A crispy puff-pastry tartlet arrives layered with contrasting textures and flavors: celery root purée, tender scallops briefly marinated in a tangy juice of yuzu and centrifuged apples, and microgreens. Just when I thought an extra touch of richness would create the perfect bridge between pastry and scallop, I remembered—we were only at the first course. Let’s see what comes next.

Fresh pasta follows, hiding bold and surprising flavors where chicken becomes the star (there’s the indulgence!), then a rosé-cooked piglet square expertly prepared and enhanced by a habanero sauce that doesn’t burn the palate but wraps it in a floral aroma. A small stroke of genius.

You also have to try the polenta gnocchi, unbelievably soft, and give in to the desserts. If you thought chocolate lava cake was outdated, it’s because you’ve never had it paired with a cardamom milkshake, which perfectly refreshes the palate after each bite. If you prefer freshness, the buckwheat honey and sea buckthorn dessert is slightly sweet, but still charming.

Les Mômes is the kind of table where you won’t hesitate to finally open those bottles you’ve been saving.

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Conclusion

Now it’s your turn to do your part by supporting restaurants that work hard all year to create dishes that highlight not only Quebec products, but also the artisans and producers behind them.

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— Le Cuisinomane

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