Moxie’s Grill & Bar Montreal [CLOSED]

Last night I went to Moxie’s Grill & Bar located at 1207 boulevard Robert-Bourassa.  I was supposed to go there during the summer for my friend’s birthday.  However, on that night it was impossible to find parking so we couldn’t stay.

This time, we made reservations on OpenTable.  For some reason, they were canceled and we didn’t get our points.  The whole thing was a bit bizarre and frustrating.  Nevertheless, the restaurant only had a few business groups having after-work drinks so we didn’t have trouble getting a table.  The staff was all very polite but the music (although it was good)  was very loud.  We had to almost yell to be heard.

Appetizers

For the appetizers, we got the calamari [with popcorn shrimp, crispy jalapenos, candied ginger, sriracha aioli & sweet chili sauce].  Along with bruschetta [fresh seasoned tomatoes, baby capers with extra virgin olive oil & crumbled goat cheese].  They were absolutely delicious.  I was apprehensive about the capers because other times I’ve had them, they overpower the dish.  This time, they added just the right amount of flavor.  I was never a fan of goat cheese but I honestly can’t even remember the last time I had tried it… it’s amazing.

Mains

My friend got the sirloin steak with prawn lobster butter, chorizo, baby potato & corn hash with chimichurri.  I had a bite of it and I wish it was what I had chosen instead.  It was delicious.  I have to go get steak for supper tonight because it was so delicious.

I had the lobster and prawn linguine [baby lobster tail & jumbo prawns in a rustic tomato sauce].  I had read reviews that it was too sour and they were right.  I understand that it is a rustic sauce but it was still just a bit too acidic.  I was full from the bruschetta so I didn’t eat too much of it but I never waste lobster.  Luckily, the lobster tasted amazing.

Dessert

For dessert, my friend got a cappuccino.  He had wanted a mochaccino, but they didn’t have any chocolate left.  He also ordered the tasting trio (mini versions of their white chocolate brownie, sticky toffee pudding + salted caramel & pecan cheesecake, served with french vanilla ice cream).  He said it was delicious.

Overall

We had a good experience.  We enjoyed the ambiance even with the loud music and the food was tasty.  I just don’t know if it is worth the price of the meals.  I don’t think I would go back for a main meal but for drinks and an appetizer, it would be a great spot.  To see their full menu and a list of all of their locations, go to their official site here.

Update

It appears this restaurant has closed.  Whether or not this was COVID-related, I am unsure.

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