Pointe Claire Village has always been a favourite spot for West Islanders and visitors to take a leisurely afternoon stroll, pick up a few items from the numerous shops, and, of course, sit down for a good meal. The choices offered in the village cover all budgets and appetites, and have something to offer any time of day.
If you’re looking for a good brunch, lunch, or just a snack, Pointe Claire Village is home to a number of quaint cafés. Café Marmalade offers a nice little spot to enjoy plenty fresh, homemade goodies, including breads, soups, desserts, and coffees. There is also Aux Délices, the restaurant at La Maison de Calico, where you can discover quilting and relax over a tasty brunch, lunch, or afternoon tea.
Bistro Belge Le Comme Chez Soi offers a full European brunch menu, as well as extensive Table d’hote and À la carte menus. Their selection of European beers is sure to please any suds-specialist as well.
Speaking of taking in a pint or two, the Pointe Claire Village offers a couple of great spots to enjoy a 5à7 after work or some time out with friends. Both the Brasserie Le Village and Clydes are good places to quench your thirst for a good time.
In the mood for a guilty snack or some comfort food? La Bouffe du Village has pretty much everything you could be looking for. Many people also swear by Restaurant GiGi’s pizza. It is said they have a pretty good poutine as well.
At Moulin La Fayette, you can buy some sweet goodies to take home, or enjoy them outside with a cup of coffee on their sidewalk terrace.
For those looking for a meal a bit more on the classy side, Pointe Claire Village does not disappoint. For over 30 years, Piazza Romana has been serving fine Italian cuisine, including everything from classic pastas and pizzas to meats and fish. Top that off with an extensive wine list, and it’s understandable why this spot is a favourite for many.
Located in the century-old Monsignor Robert Mitchel House, Il Centro offers traditional Italian dishes, characterized by Mediterranean accents. All their pasta is homemade, and their specialties are real crowd-pleasers.
A 150-year-old refurbished blacksmith’s house may be home to Le Gourmand, but there is nothing about this restaurant’s menu that is outdated. The French/Cajun-inspired dishes – especially the filet mignon – are long-time favourites. And, if the weather is treating us well, enjoying a meal on Le Gourmand’s terrace makes the experiences even more memorable.
If you’re not too full after your dining experience, make sure to stop by Wild Willy’s, where you’re sure to fall in love with ice cream all over again. It’s the perfect cherry on top of any Pointe Claire Village dining adventure.
Dining in the village
Dining in the village
Any West Islander looking for a culinary paradise doesn’t need to travel east to downtown hotspots like St. Laurent Boulevard or St. Denis Street. As a matter of fact, there is a little spot located right on Lakeshore Road with gastronomic offerings that span from comfort food and pub grub to fine dining at its best.
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- Bridget
- - March 26th, 2010 at 15:11:18
Yesterday, my husband and I went out for a meal at Comme Chez Soi. We remembered enjoying it 4 years ago. Well, NOT ANYMORE. It was AWFUL. We had the 5 course meal and every course was worse than the last. The scallop ceviche was a joke - dried spices, no citrus as promised and dodgy smelling scallops that tasted bad. The carpaccio was tasteless. The second course of goat's cheese was edible but nothing special. The salad was basic and drowning in Kraft Basamic vinaigrette...just yucky. Our mains were so disappointing: my husband's rack of wild boar was one bone (can a single bone be called a rack???) overcooked to become tasteless, drowned in sauce and mystery vegetable sludge. I have no idea if this was actually boar as it could have been any meat for the lack of taste. My venison was almost still alive it was so raw and the berry reduction sauce tasted burnt. Yet again, there were sludgy brown mushed up veg that I wouldn't even think of mashing to give to my 8 month old. Then, horrible coffee and a basic lava cake which was burnt on the bottom. This meal cost us 140$ and we ate almost none of it. I sent back my venison to get it back still rare. The scallop made me feel ill. When we complained, they just said sorry. I am sorry I paid for this meal. I hope nobody ever goes there. They are supposed to be moving to St-Anne's... poor St-Anne's! Just stay away. I rarely say this but the food is just plain gross.
I went to Comme Chez Soi twice and I must say that I had a great experience. This restaurant is certainly unique in terms of his atmosphere, his large selection of Belgium imported beers and his fine dining. From mussels and their famous Belgium fries, to French crepes or to meats like bison, caribou, rabbit, and even kangaroo, Comme Chez Soi can certainly meet everyone’s tastes! First I came for lunch and had their famous Fish’n Chip. It was fantastic! Thin, crispy and a very large portion. The blond beer I took, the Kwack, which came in a very original glass went very well with it. The second time I came for dinner and had the “croustillant de chèvre au saumon” and the “filet de porc au brie, sauce à l’érable” in the table d’hôte. Two fine and delicious dishes, and at a very good price! 24,99$ for an entry, main course and desert! A real bargain! I also tried the “Mort subite”, a raspberry flavoured beer, very tasty, but not too sweet. And the Belgian chocolate mousse? Absolutely stunning, the best one I ever had. The service was also very good. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.