Chatterpaul’s has been mesmerizing diners since 2008. Chef James (Chadman) Thomas-Chatterpaul and business partner and front-of-the-house manager, Penny Johansen, have blended their flair for spectacular cuisine, and exotic dishes and deliver fantastic customer service. Chad has taken his exquisite art and technique to a distinct pinnacle.

The hushed but chic and fancy adornment welcomes everyone at Chatterpaul’s. Chatterpaul’s offers free wi-fi service, electrical power in each booth, and a business function room, complete with an AV system, screen, AMP, and microphone in the private dining room.

I have been to Chatterpaul’s a number of times for business, Valentine’s Day, and recently celebrated a friend’s birthday.

We are greeted by a friendly host and are seated in a booth. The layout of the restaurant maximizes the space and functionality of the restaurant that keeps the guest’s comfort in mind. We are handed an easy menu and served water.

Both of us are in the mood for a steak. We end up ordering the 8oz Angus Striploin & Shrimp cooked to a beautiful medium-rare. It is served over mascarpone garlic mashed potatoes and topped with tiger shrimp and accompanied with peppercorn sauce.

I order a bottle of 2020 McManis Cabernet-Sauvignon. This red is estate bottled at McManis Family Vineyards in California. The black fruit and oak aroma hit your senses and are full-bodied.

The server brings a delicious amuse bouche. The complimentary appetizer is delicious and gets me ready for the steak.

The steak arrives. It is cooked perfectly. The fries are crispy and the peppercorn sauce is outstanding. The Cabernet Sauvignon is just the right red with the steak.

A great meal and an amazing conversation and it is time for creme caramel.

The dessert meets all my expectations.

The restaurant meets all my expectations in terms of food, drinks, ambiance, and service. Chatterpaul’s is located at 3500 Brock Street North and tell Penny you read the review here. Her personalized care and service are outstanding.

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The Old Port (Vieux-Port) Steakhouse in Montreal is not only a classic restaurant but an institution.

The Vieux-Port Steakhouse has been on St. Paul Street for three decades, serving quality AAA-aged beef cooked faultlessly.

Inside the century-old edifice, you are taken in by the wood floors, old stone walls, cozy fireplaces, and an enrapt and observant staff.

You have a choice to eat on the street which is romantic, inside which is classy, or in the grandiose and splendid garden courtyard which will charm the socks out of you.

I choose the courtyard to enjoy the summer weather, gaze at the picturesque stone walls, get lost in the greenery, and enjoy a conversation with Debbie.

I am seated by a smiling host and the decor and the surroundings make me excited.

The busboy brings water, hot bread, and butter.

The waiter introduces himself and give us a menu.

The cocktail, wine, and food menu are extensive and impressive.

Debbie has a Sangria and I have a glass of red wine.

For the main course, I order the grilled lamb chops and Debbie order the 8oz filet mignon center-cut.

The lamb is cooked perfectly and goes well with the vegetables and potato puree. The steak goes well with the fries and vegetables.

The selection of desserts and dessert wines, cognacs, calvados, and aged tequila is impressive.

I order a Don Julio 1942 Anejo and a perfect drink after an amazing meal.

The restaurant is an icon in the restaurant landscape in Montreal with outstanding food, great service, a wide selection of wine, and a great atmosphere. One cannot ask for more.

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