In the heart of Chateau Saint-Ambroise, Restaurant L'Ambroisie is situated atop the banks of the Lachine Canal, where it has cultivated an excellent reputation for its restaurant and hosting private events. Events large and small have enjoyed their terraces and elegant banquet halls. Weddings are a specialty of theirs, and they will reduce your planning stress by offering you venues for both the ceremony and reception.
Facilities and Capacity
Offering some of the most sought after banquet halls in the city, this restaurant has two rooms on offer. First is its namesake room, L’Ambroisie, with its arresting Greco-Roman columns, baroque styling, and a Hollywood art deco bar. This dreamy room seats120 guests. Second is the Canal Room. Decked out in urban chic and looking very cosmopolitan, this well-known room offers seating for as many as 275 guests. Each room has its own dance floor with audio-visual appointments, a spacious terrace, and a full service designer bar.
Services Offered
The house uses its own kitchen for catering and offers bar service. Clients will want to confer with owner and chef Stuart Abrams for putting together a customized wedding menu. The business can also help with offerings for DJ and staff services.
Cuisine
The menus are inspired by international and French cuisine, as the establishment uses local, fresh, and seasonal products when possible. Some sample menu items are medallions de porc, tartar de boeuf, escalope de poulet, and more.
More information
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
60 ambroisie/120 canal
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Banquet hall
Historic
Restaurant
Describe the style of your venue:
City
Eclectic
Garden
Glamorous
Vintage
Waterfront
What kind of settings are available?
Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bridal suite
Cake
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House wine
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty wine
What event items are available?
Audio equipment
Chair covers
Dance floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Chocolate fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair access
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$331
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$523
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/sound
Bridal suite
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
$60
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
$60
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
$60
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake cutting
Server(s)
Dessert
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$55
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
We celebrated our wedding at Espace Canal last weekend and it was the day of our dreams. Alexa has been a joy to work with through the entire planning process. These haven't been easy times for the industry, but despite pandemic closures and labour shortages, L'Ambroisie has managed to retain a dedicated, amazing staff full of people who clearly love working there, and they made our big day awesome. The weather cooperated to give us a beautiful sunny day and we got our dream wedding ceremony in the gardens along the canal. The party after was fantastic - the food, drinks, setup, everything went off without a hitch. They customized the menu based on our feedback and were so accommodating and flexible with our requests. Special shout-out to Alexa and team for accommodating our unique craft beer and whiskey requests. To couples looking for a beautiful venue for their wedding, look no further!
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Thank you so much! This is confirmation that our efforts are noticed. Many moving parts during a wedding and the most important thing in the end, is your happiness. Mission accomplished!
Jessica P. Married on 17/09/2022
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Perfect day
Our guests loved the place, the proximity of water, the food was great, it was really a perfect day
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Very happy to help make your day perfect and filled with fond memories, thank you! Congratulations again!
Malaïka B. Married on 02/09/2022
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Absolutely perfect
We celebrated our wedding at l'Ambroisie a month ago and we really loved our event as well as the whole process of creating it. Since our first visit of the venue we felt that the coordinator had a lot of experience and we could follow her lead. Their documents are thorough and clear; the structure (schedule, menu, bar options, ceremony, etc) made us feel like we were in good hands, but at the same time there was enough space and flexibility for us to create a wedding that we felt was unique and reflected who we are. During the evening the staff was very nice and efficient, we felt that they were happy to be there and that they knew what they were doing. Our guests and us really loved the meal, from the appetizers all the way to the dessert. Honestly, if we were to do it all over again we would choose the same venue without any hesitation. The price was also very affordable, especially comparing with other restaurants in the neighbourhood. And the garden along the water for the ceremony was just so charming. We're so happy with how our wedding went. Thank you l'Ambroisie!
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Thank you for your comments! Indeed, our model allow us to have a space and structure where everyone can create a personal experience. Hope you visit us again. Cheers!
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Rachel Married on 20/08/2022
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Perfect wedding experience
Our experience planning our wedding at L’Ambroisie was absolutely perfect . We had our ceremony in the beautiful gardens , and our reception in the Ambroisie room as we had a smaller guest count (around 75 people). Everything was phenomenal . Alexa, Alexandra , Laura and Megaan were great. The whole team is very responsive and always happy to help. The food was absolutely phenomenal. We even had some guests say that this was some of the best filet mignon they had ever tasted (and I would agree!). The space was absolutely stunning . Between the gardens , red brick and the stunning decor of the Ambroisie room, I felt like we had such a magical wedding. If I had to do it all again, I wouldn’t change a thing . Thank you 💗
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Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Merci Rachel! From the bottom of our hearts : congratulations to you and Eric again! To a long fruitful life together!
Stuart, Fanoue and the team
Jen B. Married on 05/08/2022
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Exceptional
The planning went so smoothly, everything on the day was perfect. Alexa and her team were Fantastic. The bbq buffet was delicious! We loved every second of our wedding. Highly recommend!
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Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Happy to help make your day memorable. On behalf of everyone, thank you very much! Congratulations again!
Meghan L. Married on 30/04/2022
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Great Venue and Great Location!
We got married at L'Ambroisie L'Espace Canal in April and we were very happy with the service provided. The weather was nice so we were able to get married on the terrace which was beautiful by the canal. The reception was great as well ranging from the decor, the food and the DJ. Alexandra was great at answering all our questions and I would highly recommend this place :)
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Thank you for your comment! It was a pleasure to be part of your event. Stuart and I will relay your kind words to Alex and the team. Cheers to the newly weds! ~ Fanoue
Andreanne Married on 11/06/2021
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Best choice we made
Getting married and celebrating at the Espace Canal / Ambroisie was absolutely the best choice we made.
The outdoor garden for the ceremony was beautiful, the cocktail was great, and the food for the reception was delicious.
The entire process was simple, they were so flexible throughout the pandemic and provided exceptional service throughout. Having the ceremony, cocktail and reception all in one location made it so easy. They guide you throughout the planning process. All of the staff provided excellent service, especially our coordinator Alexandra. I had nothing but compliments from my guests and wouldn't have done anything differently. Highly recommend.
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Thank you! Thank you! Our day could not have started better reading your comment. We will share your feedback with the staff. They work really hard and they will be happy to know their efforts are noticed. Cheers and congratulation again! Stuart & Fanoue
Derek L. Married on 23/05/2021
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Excellent wedding venue
We booked Espace Canal for our wedding in 2019 and finally had our wedding in July 2022. Espace Canal is an underrated wedding venue in Montreal. The food is amazing. They make it all in-house in their own restaurant so it was hot and fresh for each course.
The venue itself is beautiful and the terrace is such a bonus. Our guests loved being outside throughout the party.
Alexa and her team were responsive and worked well with our wedding planner. Unfortunately, the staff on the day of the wedding did not follow our schedule as Alexa and the planner agreed on, instead telling our planner that “they don’t follow schedules”. This was disappointing as we worked hard on the schedule.
Overall, I would still recommend Espace Canal to someone looking for a beautiful venue in Montreal.
Sarah E. Married on 24/08/2019
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Alexandra is really amazing and answers all of my thousands of questions in a very short delay!!!
The place us gorgeous!!! Really unique on the Lachine canal. Alexandra, one of the coordinators is absolutely amazing in responding so nicely and quickly to my thousands of questions. She really takes the time to answer correctly each and every one of them. Very good service!! Can't wait for my big day in August!
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Thank you Sarah! Alexandra says she is very touch by your kind words and she is looking forward to meeting with you later this week for your tasting. Cheers! ~ Fanoue Fortier, VP marketing
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Get Married Here!
The wedding turned out exactly as I had envisioned it. Alexandra and the rest of the staff were very attentive and thought of the finer details. There really isn't enough space to fully express my gratitude for all they did.
Restaurant L'Ambroisie's reply:
Merci Melissa! We try to keep our eyes on the ball at every moment. We are like ninjas! We will share your feedback with Alexandra and the team. Congratulations again! Stuart & Fanoue
