This modern French-cuisine restaurant is located in a former bank about one block from the St. Lawrence River in the Old Port district. Country products from local producers result in fresh, pure flavors. Service is crips and professional, and the staff can aptly recommend an appropriate wine from the lengthy list.

Restaurant Initiale Information:

• French menu. Lunch, dinner. Closed Sunday-Monday; also the first 2 weeks of January. Casual attire. Reservations recommended.