Hélicoptère

Opened in July 2018, Hélicoptère was born from the vision of chef-owner David Ollu, who wanted to take flight after working at one of Montreal's landmark restaurants, Bouillon Bilk, as well as stints in San Francisco and France. The restaurant's name is inspired by maple samaras, those small seeds that spiral down to the ground each autumn, a nod to Quebec, to the maple tree that emblematizes it, and to a new beginning. Like the maple that marks Quebec's seasons, from spring sugar to the blazing leaves of autumn, it also represents the restaurant's deeply seasonal soul. The kitchen celebrates local and seasonal products, sourced from a network of committed artisans and producers, as well as harvests from its own rooftop garden. Everything is prepared in-house, with a commitment to craft and transmission. Hélicoptère offers a five-course tasting menu with wine pairings, alongside a selection of à la carte dishes, all in a setting that is warm and refined without pretension. Far more than a gastronomic destination, Hélicoptère embodies an approach that is equitable, sustainable, and rooted in its community.