Les Enfants Terribles is first and foremost a family affair. It all began in 2008 when Francine Brûlé, after a long career in the world of fashion, fell in love with a 100-seat restaurant for sale on Bernard Avenue. "I knew absolutely nothing about the restaurant business," recalls the businesswoman, who was unknowingly about to kickoff a great adventure that would lead her to become the owner of three restaurants in Montreal.
Her youngest son came up with the idea of the restaurant's name shortly before the opening, while the family was vacationing in Mexico. "The guys went out for New Year's Eve, and my youngest didn't come back until the next afternoon," explains Francine. "While I was giving him a sermon, he suggested that I should name my restaurant Les Enfants Terribles in honour of him and his two brothers. Not only did I say yes, but I promised him that I would put their faces everywhere!"
Francine kept her promise. You can see large pictures of the now famous enfants terribles on the walls of the restaurant.
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We had a superb time. Our waiter, Alex, was charming, helpful, knowledgeable, and attentive. The food was excellent.
Nothing like the Sunday brunch vibe on Bernard street in the summer and Enfants Terribles has one of the best terrasses on this strip!
I mean, what can be wrong here? Great food, a vast wine selection, and the service was friendly and attentive. In the summer, the large terrasse is so lovely- albeit cramped, but still lovely & vibrant. A great place to go with friends or just for a nice tête à tête over a glass of wine!
Une des plus agréables terrasses d'Outremont dans l'ancien local du Vasco de Gamma. Une bonne cuisine à prix abordable et un service convivial. L'ambiance est jeune et donne le goût d'allonger le souper et profiter de la terrase et des desserts. Je recommande à tous !
What I like most about this restaurant is the atmosphere, which is lively because there are always many people there. I especially enjoy sitting at a table outside during the summer months. The menu has a good selection of dishes and the food is always tasty. The service, however, could be a bit better and faster.
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