Taverne Atlantic: Staying the Course with the Seasons
The resto-bar Taverne Atlantic has been bringing new energy to Montreal’s Mile-Ex neighborhood since opening in 2019, with its industrial look and popular rooftop terrace. The establishment relies on Lightspeed to simplify the management of its heavy traffic and deliver flawless service. By optimizing complex workflows, Lightspeed enables the team to “keep things moving” and maximize its commercial success.
Faster Service and Simplified Day-to-Day Training
Lightspeed has transformed Taverne Atlantic’s operations, particularly through faster payment processing and intuitive split-bill management, drastically reducing errors.
Seating capacity including the terrace
- 90-150
The Benefits of Using Lightspeed
- An intuitive interface to quickly get new employees up to speed for patio season.
- The Lightspeed Cadence app makes it possible to track sales in real time and adjust staffing based on traffic levels.
- Seamless synchronization between the software and the terminals automates table closing and simplifies split bills.
Born from the vision of the owners of Dominion and Henrietta bars, Taverne Atlantic took root in a former agricultural machinery showroom in Montreal’s Mile-Ex neighborhood. By choosing an industrial-style building with soaring ceilings and a rooftop terrace, the establishment made a bold bet: to set up in a vibrant area that was still in the midst of development.
Opened just before the pandemic, the project has evolved alongside its clientele, transitioning from a neighborhood bar concept to a sought-after dining destination. As general manager Emmanuel Vallières notes, “We were among the first to come into the neighborhood… it was a risk we took.” Today, the Taverne has become the beating heart of a rapidly changing district, drawing crowds from well beyond the usual foot traffic routes.
Managing Its Popularity
Taverne Atlantic’s main challenge lies in handling its high volume of customers, especially during patio season when its capacity doubles. “People come here for the terrace… so improving communication between floors is essential,” explains Emmanuel. Seasonal hiring also creates the challenge of training staff quickly.
Simplifying Service: A Top Priority
Lightspeed for Restaurateurs addresses these challenges with its intuitive interface. Emmanuel notes a clear difference: “I spent much less time training employees on how to split bills.” Synchronization with payment terminals is also a major advantage: “Closing the bill at the time of payment through the POS—that’s a game changer for me. It saves me an incredible amount of time.”
I listen closely to my staff, who use the POS system more than I do. I think it's great that they give me tips, too.
Emmanuel Vallières, General Manager at Taverne Atlantic
Emmanuel’s favorite feature? The Lightspeed Cadence app, which allows him to track the restaurant’s performance in real time: “You’ve got everything—the top ten items selling tonight, and a chart that highlights the same Monday from the previous week […] at a quick glance, it’s very effective.”
For Taverne Atlantic, Lightspeed is a growth driver that makes it possible to approach each summer season with confidence. Emmanuel concludes: “I would recommend Lightspeed 100%.”
Business type
Restaurant & Bar
Products used
Lightspeed Restaurant
Lightspeed Payments
Lightspeed Pulse
Location
Montreal
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