Maude Théroux-Séguin and Robert Herrera are a couple both in life and in business. In December 2012, they opened their second restaurant, Les Cavistes, on Fleury Street West.
"At the time, the owner of the building came to see us to propose that we open a restaurant on the premises," recalls Maude. "We were not at all familiar with the Ahuntsic neighbourhood. We came out of curiousity, but without expectations."
She continues: "We parked the car at the door of the building and we were really excited, because there were no parking meters! By visiting the site, we immediately saw its potential: it was very large, it was sunny and it had a terrace. In addition, we could put our [wine] cellar in the basement."
During their visit, Maude and Robert took a walk and went to eat in one of the only restaurants open at the time, located two blocks away. "The place was full and there was wine on every table," says Maude. "We wandered around the neighbourhood and we found it to be beautiful and dynamic. Finally, we opened Les Cavistes here on Fleury Street." Six months later, they closed their Saint Denis Street location and focused on the Ahuntsic restaurant. "Here, the clientele is really great and the people are happy that we're here."
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Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2014, Les Cavistes’ owner and sommelier has carefully created an extensive list of private imports and wines by the glass for his patrons to enjoy. In fact, wine is so important here that they offer a wine workshop and boutique where you can purchase a bottle of whatever wine strikes your fancy. A perfect companion for your wine, a shareable meat and cheese board - featuring three house-cured meats and two Quebec cheeses - is absolute decadence.
View this Smart ListFormerly located on Saint-Denis Street, the restaurant Les Cavistes moved to Ahuntsic in 2013. Both a restaurant and a wine bar, Les Cavistes offers friendly cuisine and a large wine selection. You can enjoy an aperitif or eat a full meal here, with dishes including (steak and fries, homemade black pudding, rabbit pasta, duck breast, etc.). Their selection of imported products will delight wine enthusiasts.
View this Smart ListLes Cavistes offers bistro-style cuisine and an exclusive list of privately imported wines that won the 2014 Wine Spectator Award. Food specialties include boudin, tartare, and steak and fries, as well as a weekly menu featuring Quebec produce. A private room can accommodate small groups and events that might require a projector. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming.
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