MONTÉE is a tiny place, seating less than 25 people, including a small second room.  It was not full the night we were there but they said lunch is their busy time and they have only been open one year.  It feels a bit spartan with no art, music or flowers (except one dried arrangement) and there is no signage out front on the quiet street.  It is run by a husband and wife team with Japanese chef Takayuki Nameura in the kitchen and his wife in charge of the dining room.  At night it is a tasting menu only which is printed in English and French on the table.  They were warm and friendly, even though their English is limited, and pacing and portion control were really good.   Continue reading →