The intriguing odors of basil-tinged cream of mussel and leek soup burst forth when a puff pastry lid was split open. Coconut-dipped shrimp tempura was greaseless and accompanied by a zesty mango sauce and fruit salsa. Two renditions of duck on one plate pleased the eye as well as the palate. A bitter chocolate sauce complemented roasted deer tenderloin and sides of mashed apples and celeriac chips. The stunning fifth floor room overlooking the St. Lawrence has contemporary decor and beautiful table appointments.
Service is attentive without being intrusive.
On the same premises Le Cabaret du Casino provides entertainment and dining. The only meal that we ate that was disappointing was one at Le Soubise , a French and Italian restaurant. Too bad, as it started off pleasantly enough. The service was excellent and the apron-clad owner was out front greeting customers as though he was welcoming them into his own unpretentious home. A large Caesar salad served in a taco shell was tasty, its tangy dressing striking just the right balance of ingredients.