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Plate of pasta with tomato sauce, garnished with fresh basil leaves, on a white table with a silver fork.
Four cocktail glasses with yellow olives on ice and a cocktail in the center, set on a dark marble bar counter.
Caesar salad with lettuce, anchovies, and grated cheese on a green-rimmed plate, with a glass of dark soda and utensils on a white tablecloth.
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Gourmet dish with a cooked lamb chop, garnished with vegetables and a decorative vegetable chip, served with green sauce on a white plate.
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Three raw oysters on a bed of crushed ice garnished with microgreens and red pepper flakes, served on a glass dish.
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MONTREAL'S PREMIER FRENCH FINE DINING EXPERIENCE IN OLD PORT

At Dorsia we offer a contemporary cuisine — vibrant, globally inspired, and driven by Quebec-sourced ingredients.

Located in a historic building in Old Montreal, Dorsia blends modern design with warmth, elegance, and understated sophistication. Our dishes are rooted in French and Italian influences, crafted to be bold, shareable, and refined. At Dorsia, elevated cuisine meets a playful spirit. Expect great food, gracious service, and an atmosphere that feels both polished and welcoming.

  • Plate of gnocchi pasta garnished with microgreens on a white background.
  • A white plate with a salad made of greens, figs, and nuts, topped with a balsamic glaze. A fork is placed on the top left of the plate. In the foreground, there is a cocktail glass with a green olive and a small glass of mixed olives, on a beige table.
  • A plated gourmet dish with a piece of white fish, garnished with edible blue flowers, green leaves, and sprigs of mushrooms, with a light brown sauce drizzled around.
  • Tray with a small bowl of ice cream, a dish of pasta with creamy sauce, and a pan with cooked lobster tail in sauce, with chefs in the background preparing food.
  • A white plate holding a layered dessert with piped cream, a decorative cookie, a lemon scoop, and a caramel sauce, with a hand pouring custard.
  • Interior of a modern building with purple glass pendant lights, gold light fixtures, a framed photo on the wall, and floral arrangements.
  • Plate of cooked pasta with sauce and green garnish, and a bowl of pasta with white sauce and herbs on a white tablecloth, with glasses of white wine and an empty plate in the background.
  • A man adjusting his bow tie, wearing a white shirt, black suspenders, and an apron. His face is partially visible, showcasing a mustache and goatee, in a black and white photograph.
  • A store sign reading 'DORSIA' seen through orange flowers with a blurred background.

Our Menus

At Dorsia, our menus celebrate the harmony of French and Italian culinary traditions, guided by seasonality and the finest ingredients. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted with precision and creativity, offering a refined dining experience that evolves throughout the year.

D I N N E R

W I N E  &   A L C O H O L

A fish fillet topped with chopped herbs, edible flowers, and garnished with dill, served on a round metal tray.
A person holding a bottle of Italian red wine at a dining table set for a meal.
A glass of amber-colored liquor with ice cubes on a green marble surface, with other glasses in the background.

OUR CLIENTS

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Black and white photo of a person sitting cross-legged and meditating in a yoga pose on a floor with a wall in the background.
Animated text logo of Moe, Hennessy with a simple black background.
Piece of salmon fish with orange roe, creamy sauce, and herbs on a white plate.
A man in a suit holding two bottles, standing on a leopard print rug at the top of a staircase.

PRESS

  • A white plate with striped ravioli topped with balsamic glaze on a dark marble surface.

    MICHELIN GUIDE

    2025

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  • LA PRESSE

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  • A plate of wedge-cut Romaine lettuce salad topped with creamy dressing, diced eggs, chopped herbs, and bacon bits.

    TASTET

    The Best Caesar Salads in Montreal

    This very chic spot in Old Montreal offers one of the best Caesar salads in the city, presented in a very elegant way! The salad is crisp…

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  • A dining nook with a round table covered with a white tablecloth, set with glassware and a small lamp. Light green cushioned banquette seating surrounds the table. A large flower arrangement with purple flowers is on the table. The wall behind has multiple framed art pieces and colorful designs. The floor is wooden.

    LOVE THAT DESIGN

    Dorsia Restaurant, Montreal

    Dorsia is more than a restaurant; it’s a study in contrast—heritage architecture meets cosmopolitan edge, old-world glamour meets…

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  • A gourmet dish featuring two slices of rare-cooked steak with a pink center, garnished with colorful vegetables and a dark red sauce on a white plate with a silver rim.

    TASTET

    A New Elegant Concept in Old Montreal

    Located in Old Montreal at the intersection of Notre-Dame Ouest and Sainte-Hélène, the space is stunning. Drawing inspiration from…

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396 Notre-Dame O
Montreal

reservations@restaurantdorsia.com
(514) 312-6500

HOURS

Tue - Wed: 6:00PM-10PM
Thu - Sat: 6:00PM-10:30PM

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