 he newest hot spot for Greek-Mediterranean food is at none other than Trinity Restaurant in Montreal. Owned and operated by Peter Morenzos, this restaurant features high-quality “fancy” food that will undoubtedly impress the boss (i.e. perfect pay-raise lunch spot). The ideal place for a dinner party, corporate luncheon, or rehearsal dinner, Trinity’s extensive (and expensive) menu couples with excellent service appeals to the well-to-do for all their dining needs.
 While this restaurant promises fine wining and dining, the average plebs can still get some decent cuisine (perhaps apps) and then nix the bottle service for a great night out (pre-made thermos cocktails are really a true sign of character). Appetizers can run anywhere from $9 - $54. Caution - whoever is paying should order for the group, for fear the dining companions might indulge in the $54 Smoked Blue Fin tuna with a spicy tomato and feta relish. However, if like Swizz Beatz you have money in the bank, then order away.
The dinner menu is divided up into 2 portions- entire meal selections for $65 or $85. A few of the entrées from the cheaper menu consist of grilled Cretan style Cornish hen, or braised lamb shank. The more expensive menu offers dishes such as lamb fricassee, 14 oz milk fed veal chop, and my personal favourite, the caramelized garlic crusted fresh halibut steak. You may not be able to kiss anyone after eating, but after 2 or 3 bites you'll have found a new love anyways.
The restaurant itself is a transformed Santorini Monastery. White washed vaulted ceilings and crisp white walls scream elegance, with touches of white marble from a remote island. The restaurant features pottery from Crete placed strategically against the deep oceanic tones throughout. The overall theme is meant to recreate the ambience of the Aegean Sea, which it does successfully.
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1445 Drummond, Montreal, QC
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3 Reader Reviews
Great FOOD!!!!!!
George A's Rating: 4 Stars |
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Too much of a good thing? Recently dined for the second time (through no fault of my own) at this fairly new spot with a group of 15-17 diners for a Bday dinner. My first visit was with a considerably smaller group (4). The place is just stunning, the architecture is reminiscent of what you would find on a Greek island. However, the layout is a bit confusing (bar far from dining area, lounge/drinks/appetizer tables are smack dab in the middle of the space (very large space) and the dining area is adjacent to an open kitchen where you can see the chef and his team at work - this is a plus). Unusual yet beautiful. The food was well prepared, the grilled items were done to perfection (you can taste the grilled/smoked flavour that only a well prepared grill and flames can provide). We were persuaded by the waitress to go for a mix of plates to share with the entire table. Well, not sure this was the best idea; some dishes never migrated down the table and because the same sampling was not offered on both ends of the table, not everyone got a taste of all the dishes offered (value wise, it would probably have worked out best with a small group of 4-6 people max, 15-17 people was just too large for everyone to share and everyone to walk away feeling like they got their money's worth). On my most recent visit, most of the staff was attentive but one waiter was downright uncaring; I sat for twenty minutes watching a waiter serve everyone around me and never once asking me if I needed something to drink. When a couple of members from my party arrived, he rushed over and asked them if they wanted a drink and still didn't make eye contact...hmmm The whole place reeks of look-at-us-aren't-we-cool, something I truly dislike in my dining establishment. To truly be cool, you cannot advertise yourself as such, you must work hard to be elevated to that rank. The wait staff look like androids from another planet all clad in the same budget fashion masquerading as stylish outfits making a departure from simple black and white staff uniform (and dare I say it, yes, I dare, awful beige, rounded toe pumps for many of the waitresses), the manager pacing the floors with his hands clasped behind his back, the chef making regular excursions out of the kitchen area to meet and greet...all of it is a bit too much. Fine dining and long lasting business is not built on the pages of Vogue but rather by providing your guests with outstanding food in great surroundings with great service. They would do well to remember that fashion comes and goes but flair (as opposed to in your face style) and great service are the things that keep a restaurant alive and keep patrons coming back for more.
Koritsi's Rating: 3 Stars |
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Wow, this place has set the bar for downtown. I would never have thought plain old Greek food could be done to such a high level. We had three starters, grilled cherry tomatoes with a barrel aged feta ( outstanding) drizzeled in very fine, full flavored Greek olive oil ( who knew) Spinich and Feta phyllo purses and grilled calamari as well as some very interesting, flavorful Greek wines. Although the varietals were new to our Canadianized palet, they were wonderful and were silky smooth right along with the fine service and incredible cozyness of the lounge. Enjoy this place right away before it is too crowded.
Al Lawrence's Rating: 4 Stars |
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Trinity Restaurant |
1445 Drummond, Montreal, QC
514-787-4648
Downtown
Greek
Restaurant
Daily: Lunch 11:30pm-2:30pm
Sun. to Wed.: Dinner 5:30- 11:00pm
Thu. to Sat.: 5:30pm-12:00am
$$$$ (Expensive)
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