This was a tad out of the way for lunch after Musee de Beaux Arts, but I had to check it out as I am mostly vegetarian AND this is basically a savory version of my favorite modern innovation: the self-serve yogurt shop. As further explanation to Americans if either of these mean something to you think Souper Salad (RIP!) or Fresh Choice, but more exotic. And better. And with maple syrup pie... more

With all of the other veggie and vegan options in Montreal I just have a tough time getting excited about what's on offer at Le Commensal.  This is essentially a pay by weight buffet/cafeteria and as such suffers from the freshness issue that it endemic to the delivery system.  Le Commensal gets a lot of extra love (in the stars department) because of choice.  Most veg-heads are frequently... more

The past two times I've been to Montreal, I've visited Commensal. I prefer the location on St-Denis over the one around McGill, just because of the atmosphere; it doesn't feel as cold and sparse as the other one.The buffet has a good variety of hot and cold foods, as well as some desserts. There's not really anything I would call too exotic on the menu, so with that said, the food here will... more