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Chez Lucien
Burger
Frequently praised as one of the best burgers, noted for being perfectly cooked and flavorful, often highlighted with unique toppings like cream cheese and served with delicious fries.
Escargots
Highly recommended for their perfect preparation with garlic butter, crispy fresh bread, and cheese. Reviewers appreciated the generous portions and found it a standout dish.
Fettuccine Steak
Recommended multiple times for its complex flavor profile, perfectly cooked tender steak, and well-balanced sauce. It is described as a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish.
Seafood Fettuccine
Noted for its nice balance of light cream sauce, fresh seafood including mussels, scallops, and salmon, and sun-dried tomatoes, making it a well-rounded and light pasta option.
Scallops
Mentioned as beautifully prepared and fresh, highlighting the quality and flavor of the dish as a must-try item.
Duck Confit
Praised for being perfectly cooked with large portions and rich flavor, making it a memorable French dish at the restaurant.
Dijon Chicken
Recommended for its complementary pairing with mashed potatoes and vegetables, described as a nicely balanced and flavorful dish.
Poutine
Noted for having excellent gravy and overall deliciousness, making it a popular side or comfort food choice.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
About Chez Lucien
Comfortable tavern open late featuring hamburgers & other hearty comfort eats, plus craft beer.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Live performances
- Sports
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Chez Lucien known for?
Chez Lucien is especially known for its burgers, including the House Burger and Chez Lucien Burger, plus French dishes like escargot, duck confit, and poutine. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the craft beer and the relaxed, lively vibe, with many saying the food is reason enough to go back.
What dishes are most recommended at Chez Lucien?
The most frequently recommended dishes are the House Burger or Chez Lucien Burger, poutine, escargot, duck confit, and the steak pasta or fettuccine steak. Reviewers also call out the salmon burger or salmon sandwich, chicken Dijon, and the Croque Monsieur as strong choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Chez Lucien?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a lively pub feel and a lot of character. Reviews mention a smaller, snug dining room with art on the walls, making it a good fit for solo diners, pairs, groups, and tourists looking for a neighborhood spot in ByWard Market.
Is Chez Lucien good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the CA$20–30 pricing is reasonable for the portion sizes and quality, especially for burgers, pasta, and French dishes. Comments about good value for money show up alongside praise for the beer, service, and filling comfort food.
Do you need a reservation or should you go early?
Reservations are accepted, and several reviews say the restaurant can fill up quickly, especially on Sunday evenings and other busy times. If you do not have a reservation, going early helps because seating can be limited in the smaller dining room.
Is parking available at Chez Lucien?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
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