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ONOIR
Onoir Montreal restaurant, a unique culinary experience in total darkness
Onoir restaurant Montreal offers a truly unique dining concept: guests eat in complete darkness, awakening their other senses to flavors, textures, and aromas in a way few restaurants can offer. This innovative Montreal restaurant allows patrons to focus entirely on the food and the company, without the distraction of sight. It’s not just a meal—it’s an eye-opening sensory journey.
A Mission That Feeds the Soul
Beyond the concept, Onoir is built on a socially responsible foundation. The restaurant exclusively employs visually impaired and blind servers, offering them a rewarding career in an inclusive environment. Guests are guided into the dark dining room by their server, establishing immediate trust and empathy.
Diverse Menus with Bold Flavors and Mystery Options
The Onoir menu fuses Canadian and Mediterranean cuisines with a focus on texture and flavor balance. Starters may include dishes like duck confit salad, tuna tataki, or leek and potato soup, all prepared with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. For the main course, options range from filet mignon with truffle sauce to vegetarian mushroom ravioli and sea bass with lemon thyme reduction.
A thoughtfully curated dessert selection closes the experience, with choices like chocolate lava cake, berry tartlets, or even a surprise sweet dish. Beverage service includes a broad wine list, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks—some of which are also available as surprise pairings.
Exceptional Location with an Inviting Pre-Dining Lounge
Conveniently located in downtown Montreal at 124 Rue Prince-Arthur East, Onoir is just steps from the city’s major cultural and commercial landmarks. Before the dinner experience begins, guests are welcomed in a well-lit lounge where they can review the menu, enjoy a drink, and prepare for the transition into total darkness.
Rave Reviews and Outstanding Guest Service
Guests consistently praise the attentive service, professionalism, and empathy of the staff. Many say it’s one of the most moving and unforgettable dining experiences they’ve ever had. The servers are not only trained in fine dining etiquette but are also experts at guiding patrons with care and warmth, creating a sense of safety and trust in the complete absence of light.
