20 Best Restaurants in Montreal
1. LA BANQUISE
Poutine is one of the most popular food in Montreal, and one place that serves the best poutine in Montreal is La Banquise. This restaurant is located at 994 Rue Rachel E. You can visit La Banquise from 10.00 a.m. to 05.00 a.m. daily.
This iconic Montreal restaurant serves 30 varieties of poutine that are available day and night. So, La Banquise is a perfect spot to visit if you feel hungry in the middle of the night. Besides poutine, you can also order other dishes here, such as burgers, sandwiches, omelets, and salads.
La Banquise
2. SCHWARTZ'S DELI
Tastes the deliciousness of the best-smoked meats in Montreal at Schwartz's Deli. This famous deli is one of the oldest in Canada, you can find it at 3895 St Laurent Boulevard. Schwartz’s Deli is open from 08.00 a.m. to 08.00 p.m. daily.
The deli that has been operating for more than 90 years is a spot that you can’t miss while visiting Montreal. Try their signature dish, the smoked meat sandwich served on rye bread with yellow mustard and you’ll know why this deli can successfully run its business until today.
Schwartz's Deli - Sandwiches - Steaks
3. RESTAURANT PAULO & SUZANNE
Another place to go to get incredible poutine and burgers is Restaurant Paulo & Suzanne that is located at 5501 Boul Gouin O. The restaurant that is open 24/7 also serves an all-day breakfast menu that you can order any time of the day.
At Restaurant Paulo & Suzzanne you will find many varieties of burgers, poutines, and sandwiches. Complete your meal with one of the desserts they offer, including crepes and waffles to end your dining on a sweet note.
Restaurant Paulo & Suzanne
4. SATAY BROTHERS
Montreal is a hot pot for global culinary, including Ssoutheast Asian cuisine. There’s a place in Montreal called Satay Brothers where you can explore various mouthwatering South East Asian dishes. You can find Satay Brothers at 3721 Notre-Dame St W and it’s open from 05.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. daily.
Just like its name, this restaurant serves satays made of beef, chicken, and tempeh. There are also other South East Asian dishes that you can’t miss, such as beef rendang, laksa soup, papaya salad, Gado-Gado, and many other fulfilling dishes.
Satay Brothers
5. DINETTE TRIPLE CROWN
From Southeast Asian dishes, now we’re moving to the Southern United States dishes, which can be found at Dinette Triple Crown that is located at 6704 Rue Clark. This restaurant is open from 12.00 p.m. to 08.00 p.m. from Thursday to Sunday.
Amazing options of Southern comfort foods can be ordered at Dinette Triple Crown, from gumbo, fried chicken, hushpuppies, brisket, pulled pork, to chicken & chive dumplings. They even make their own hot sauces and serves their cocktails in mason jars to make your Southern dining experience even more complete.
Dinette Triple Crown
6. BRIT & CHIPS
Although you’re in Canada, you can still find a good place that offers fish & chips, and that’s Brit & Chips. This restaurant is located at 433 McGill Street, Montreal and it’s open from 11.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.
Once you entered Brit & Chips, you will be welcomed in a warm and friendly space that features counter seating. Here, you can choose your own favorite fish, including cod, haddock, and salmon, that will be cook with their special batter.
Brit & Chips
7. LOV MONTREAL
Come to one of the best vegan restaurants in the city, LOV, and prove to yourself that vegan dishes can be delicious too. You can find LOV in two different locations in Montreal, namely at 1232 Rue de la Montagne and 464 McGill Street.
While you’re here, you should try one of their signature dishes which consist of LOV tacos, mushroom risotto, coconut curry, gnocchi, and many others. LOV even has its own take on beef tartare and chicken burgers that will definitely pique your interest and tempt you to try them.
LOV
8. LE CLUB CHASSE ET PêCHE
If you’re looking for a nice place to have a romantic dinner with your partner, then Le Club Chasse et Pêche is the perfect destination for you. This fine-dining restaurant is located at 423 Rue Saint-Claude and it’s open from Wednesday to Saturday at dinner time.
Le Club Chasse et Pêche has a focus on meat and seafood on their menus, and it can be seen from their dishes which include wagyu, lobster, halibut, and scallops. Prepare yourself for the surprise that will be served at your table. The formal setting and wine collection that the restaurant has also made it a perfect place for a business meeting.
Le Club Chasse et Pêche
9. CHEZ SOPHIE
Chez Sophie is a restaurant in Montreal that offers a great dining experience. This restaurant is located at 1974 Notre-Dame St W and it’s open from 05.00 to 10.00 p.m. daily. Once you enter this restaurant, you will be welcomed with a cozy atmosphere in a contemporary space.
Here, you will be served with dishes which ingredients came from the sea and land and presented in such an intricate way. Explore the taste of their dishes through the tasting menu and find yourself wanting to go back to this place more and more.
Chez Sophie
10. TOQUé!
Treat yourself with farm-fresh Québécois dishes at Toqué, which is located t 900 PI. Jean-Paul-Riopelle. For more than 25 years, Toqué! has been Quebec’s gastronomic identity pillar which serves dishes made from high quality and locally sourced ingredients.
Go on a journey of the restaurant’s gastronomic excellence through the tasting menu they offer. If you want to explore more of their dishes, there are numerous dishes from their A la carte and lunch menu that can satisfy your curiosity.
Toqué!
11. NORA GRAY
Try something that you’ve never tried before in Montreal, like enjoying some Southern Italian dishes at Nora Gray. You can find this restaurant at 1391 Rue Saint-Jacques. Nora Gray is open from Wednesday to Saturday from 05.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m.
Nora Gray is a cozy and quaint little restaurant that has been in business since 2011. Here, you can enjoy various dishes, from pasta, scallops, to duck, in a laid-back atmosphere. The restaurant also features an L-shaped bar where you can watch the staff make excellent drinks.
Nora Gray
12. L'EXPRESS
Another great option for a fine dining restaurant is L’Express that you can find at 3927 Saint-Denis Street. You can visit this restaurant from 11.30 a.m. to 12.00. a.m. daily. You won’t be disappointed about having a dining experience at L’Express.
Because this iconic restaurant offers dishes at a reasonable price for the quality and quantity of their dishes. From ravioli, steak fries, to salmon, you will find yourself amazed by the tastes and services that L’Express has to offer.
L'Express
13. AU PIED DE COCHON
Enjoy a fun and lively dining experience at Au Pied de Cochon which is located at 536 Duluth Ave E. The restaurant that is owned by Chef Martin Picard serves hearty Québécois fare, in which pork and foie gras as the main stars on the menu.
Other than pork and foie gras, there are also many other menus that taste no less delicious, such as duck breast, duck carpaccio, and blood sausage. These interesting dishes make it even more worth it to visit the restaurant that was named 34th best restaurant in Canada by Canada’s 100 best in 2019.
Au Pied de Cochon, Montréal
14. MA POULE MOUILLéE
Another global cuisine that you can find in Montreal is Portuguese cuisine, and you can find it at Ma Poule Mouillée that is located at 969 Rachel St E. This Portuguese restaurant is open from 11.00 a.m. to 07.30 p.m. daily.
Ma Poule Mouillée is known for its chicken and meat sandwiches. You don’t have to worry about not having enough food because here, you will get a gigantic portion. So, Ma Poule Mouillée is the perfect choice to eat when you’re looking for a fulfilling meal.
Ma Poule Mouillée
15. RENOIR RESTAURANT
Renoir Restaurant is an upscale French restaurant that is located in Sofitel Montréal Le Carré Doré, approximately at 1155 Sherbrooke St W and you can visit this restaurant from 07.00 a.m. to 09.30 p.m. daily.
Whether sitting at the outdoor terrace or the indoor space, Renoir Restaurant provides a place where you can enjoy your meal in a relaxing atmosphere. Since this restaurant is located in a hotel, Renoir Restaurant can be a great option for other special events, such as a business meeting and wedding reception.
Renoir Restaurant
16. LA KHAïMA
Get a glimpse of the African culture and cuisine, especially Moroccan and Egyptian, with a nomad touch at La Khaïma. You can find this restaurant at 142 Avenue Fairmount O and it’s open from 05.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily.
La Khaïma is a restaurant that follows the concept of Slow Food, where fresh local products are cooked traditionally. Here, you will be served with various African dishes, such as couscous made of veggie, beef, chicken, and nomad brunch, in a tentlike space where you feel like you’re truly in Morocco and Egypt.
La Khaima
17. BISTRO NOLAH
Bistro Nolah is another restaurant in Montreal that serves Southern dishes. This restaurant is located at 3669 Boul Saint-Jean, Dollard-des-Ormeaux and it’s open from 04.30 p.m. to 08.30 p.m. from Wednesday to Saturday.
Here, you can enjoy Southern dishes such as jambalaya and gumbo in a stylish space with floor-to-ceiling windows. There are also other brunch and dinner menus that taste just as amazing, including duck confit, shrimp po'boy, Louisiana crab cakes, and shrimp creole.
Bistro Nolah
18. JULIETTE & CHOCOLAT
Satisfy your sweet tooth with numerous desserts and chocolate at Juliette & Chocolat. You can find this restaurant in five different places in Montreal, namely at 1615 Saint-Denis Street, 1626 Saint-Catherine Street, 196 R. Jean-Talon, 5549 Monkland Avenue, and 3600 St Laurent Boulevard.
Juliette & Chocolat is literally a chocolate lover’s paradise. Here, you can indulge yourself in many varieties of chocolate desserts, brownies, ice cream, crepes, waffles, crème brûlée, and even fondues. Juliette & Chocolat is also a restaurant and coffee shop, so here you can also order some meals for brunch and a cup of coffee.
Juliette & Chocolat
19. ST-VIATEUR BAGEL
Besides poutine, another food that is so popular in Montreal is a bagel, and you can find them at St-Viateur Bagel. You can find St-Viateur Bagel shops in three different locations in Montreal, namely at 263 rue St-Viateur O, 1127 Mont-Royal Ave E, and 158 Rue Saint- Viateur O.
This iconic bagel shop has been operating for more than 60 years, and it makes St-Viateur Bagel one of the longest-running bagel shops in Montreal. They hand roll their bagels, bake them in the wood-burning oven, and sell them freshly at the shop every day. There are several choices available at the shop, including sesame, poppy, pumpernickel, cinnamon & raisin, and many more.
St-Viateur Bagel
20. FAIRMOUNT BAGEL
Another iconic bagel shop in Montreal is Fairmount Bagel located at 74 Avenue Fairmount O. Fairmount Bagel opens its door for the customers 24/7. Once you entered this shop, you will be welcomed with shelves of freshly made bagels.
What’s make Fairmount Bagel worth visiting is because their bagels were the first in outer space, when the owner’s astronaut cousin bought them to the International Space Station. There are plenty of choices of bagels that you can find at Fairmount Bagel, from caraway seed, onion, garlic, to flaxseed.
Fairmount Bagel
