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Old Montreal terrace restaurant
The best Old Montreal terrace restaurant in the heart of the historical neighbourhood
Charming, welcoming and located in the heart of Old Montreal, Jardin Nelson, an Old Montreal patio restaurant located on Place Jacques-Cartier, is a true haven where you can bask in the warm summer atmosphere. People come from all over the world to experience the combined pleasures of good food and exceptional service in the beautiful flower-filled decor that our restaurant in Old Montreal has to offer. Come and savour our mouth-watering dishes, sangrias for all tastes and refreshing cocktails.
Whether you choose our front terrace in the heart of Place Jacques Cartier, where you can watch artists and street performers, or our rear courtyard with its fabulous design, you will find everything you need to enjoy a memorable experience.
Discover our jazz scene
Lunch and evening everyday
Jardin Nelson, the best Old Montreal terrace restaurant, offers a jazz pop menu from early May to Thanksgiving.
Gilbert Joanis is part of the musical tradition of our well established jazz patio restaurant in Montreal.
Passionate about music, he chooses a popular jazz repertoire that appeals to the customers of the Jardin Nelson. He knows how to choose and direct his musicians so that your time at the Jardin is always unique and charming.
Menu of the Jardin Nelson
Tasty dishes in a unique atmosphere!
Our patio restaurant in Montreal first made its name with delicious sweet and savoury crêpes. Today, in addition to crêpes, our Old Montreal terrace restaurant offers a simple, delicious bistro menu featuring a choice of gourmet salads, fine pizzas, tasty dishes such as fresh salmon lasagna au gratin, and a pulled-duck confit poutine, a revisited classic of popular Quebec cuisine.
News from the Jardin Nelson
What they say about our restaurant in Old Montreal…
Flowers at Jardin Nelson
The Jardin and its flowers... As soon as you enter the courtyard, you will be amazed by the floral arrangements in a variety of colors complementing the building’s architecture. Our gardeners have...
At Jardin Nelson, the weather is always perfect!
At Jardin Nelson, the weather is always perfect! Thanks to our retractable awnings, parasols and pergolas, your comfort is assured. Even if it rains sometimes, our giant parasols cover our terraces...
Three good reasons to enjoy Jardin Nelson
Our gift certificates make great gifts! Offer the Jardin Nelson experience to friends and loved ones! Make them discover or rediscover Jardin Nelson. This fabulous urban garden renowned for its...
ACTIVITIES NEAR OUR OLD MONTREAL TERRACE RESTAURANT
At the heart of the activities of Old Montreal and the Old Port
In our activities section, you will find information on the festivities and activities of the summer season in Old Montreal and the Old Port. Also, we share with you our favorite addresses that are worth seeing. For detailed information about activities we suggest that you consult Montreal Tourism.
Discover what Old Montreal has in store for you!
We look forward to welcoming you on the most beautiful terrace in Old Montreal!