Montreal just got its first Michelin stars, here’s who made the cut

After years of rumours, whispers, and existential culinary angst, Michelin has finally made its way to Quebec—and yes, Montreal got stars. Three of them, in fact.

The first-ever Michelin Guide to Quebec just dropped, naming 102 restaurants across the province, including one two-star spot, eight with one star, three with Green Stars for sustainability, and a solid 17 Bib Gourmands.

But let’s talk about Montreal.

Jérôme Ferrer's Europea landed a star for its ultra-polished, French-meets-terroir fine dining—think Magdalen Islands lobster, Appalachian red deer, consommés that whisper of sugar shacks past.

Mastard, tucked off the radar in Rosemont, earned its place with technically precise dishes built on local produce (scallop with salsify purée, crab emulsion, and parsley sauce).

And Sabayon, the first solo project from pastry wizard Patrice Demers, got the nod for its fire-grilled mushrooms, seasonal veggie focus, and a dessert game that still hits like a signature move.

Outside the city, Quebec City dominated the list. Tanière³ took home Two Stars, setting a new bar for boreal fine dining with wagyu tataki, matsutake, and millefeuille laced with mushroom cream. ARVI, Laurie Raphaël, Légende, and Kebec Club Privé also earned stars, as did Narval in Rimouski.

On the eco-conscious front, Green Stars went to Alentours (fully powered by renewables and built around zero-waste cooking), Auberge Saint-Mathieu (where the vegetables are planned a year in advance), and Espace Old Mill (a rural kitchen growing more than half its own food).

As for the Bib Gourmands—Michelin’s way of saying “you eat great here without bankrupting yourself”—Montreal’s Parapluie, Rôtisserie La Lune, Le Petit Alep, Cadet, Annette, and Casavant all made the cut.

Quebec’s food scene didn’t need the stars to validate it—but now that they’re here, it’s a fascinating snapshot of what Michelin values: precision, restraint, locality, and chefs willing to chart their own course. And for Montreal, it’s proof that yes, even a city that thrives on not giving a damn about outside opinion can still smile when the spotlight finally lands.

The complete results for the 2025 Michelin Guide to Quebec

Two Michelin Stars

“Excellent cooking, worth a detour.” This is Michelin’s highest distinction awarded in Quebec this year—reserved for restaurants delivering extraordinary dishes that are both technically brilliant and deeply expressive.

• Tanière³ (Quebec City) – Two Michelin Stars, Michelin Outstanding Service Award: Chef François-Emmanuel Nicol’s subterranean tasting-menu den blends boreal ingredients with lab-level precision. It’s Quebec terroir, deconstructed and elevated.

One Michelin Star

“High-quality cooking, worth a stop.” These restaurants deliver exceptional plates with finesse and consistency—and stand out in their region for the clarity of their vision.

• ARVI (Quebec City) – A tight, ingredient-focused set menu served by chefs who roam between kitchen and table.
• Jérôme Ferrer's Europea (Montreal) – High-gloss fine dining with Quebec seafood, luxe sauces, and nostalgic nods.
• Kebec Club Privé (Quebec City) – A 10-seat dinner party where local ingredients shine, led by young chefs who also won Michelin’s Young Chef Award.
• Laurie Raphaël (Quebec City) – A family-run fixture where modern dishes riff on seasonal Quebec produce and French classics.
• Légende (Quebec City) – Committed to local-only cooking—no chocolate, citrus, or pepper here—this is terroir cuisine through a minimalist lens.
• Mastard (Montreal) – A carte blanche menu in Rosemont that goes deep on technique and Quebec ingredients.
• Narval (Rimouski) – A low-key, coastal dining room led by a humble chef who pours heart into every hyper-local plate.
• Sabayon (Montreal) – From acclaimed pastry chef Patrice Demers, a vegetable-forward menu with standout desserts and a cult following.

Michelin Green Star

Awarded to restaurants leading the way in sustainable gastronomy. These kitchens go beyond buzzwords, embedding eco-responsibility into everything from sourcing to waste.

• Alentours (Quebec City) – Powered by renewables, driven by zero-waste cooking, and fully rooted in local sourcing.
• Auberge Saint-Mathieu (Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc) – A locavore’s dream, from farm partnerships to house-preserved winter menus.
• Espace Old Mill (Stanbridge East) – Over half the produce comes from their own agroecological garden, with the rest sourced hyper-locally.

Bib Gourmand

Great food at a great value. These 17 spots serve memorable meals without breaking the bank—think of them as your next go-to neighbourhood gems.

• Annette bar à vin (Montreal)
• Battuto (Quebec City)
• Bistro B (Quebec City)
• Buvette Scott (Quebec City)
• Cadet (Montreal)
• Casavant (Montreal)
• Côté Est (Kamouraska)
• Honō Izakaya (Quebec City)
• Le Petit Alep (Montreal)
• L’Express (Montreal)
• Losange (Rimouski)
• lueur (Quebec City)
• Melba (Quebec City)
• Ouroboros (Quebec City)
• Parapluie (Montreal)
• Rôtisserie La Lune (Montreal)
• Torii Izakaya (Quebec City)

Michelin Special Awards

Beyond the stars and value picks, Michelin also recognized standout individuals for their craft, service, and creativity.

• Foxy (Montreal) – Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award: Véronique Dalle’s cocktail program is bold, balanced, and wholly original.
• Mon Lapin (Montreal) – Michelin Sommelier Award: Vania Filipovic’s wine list walks the line between adventurous and accessible.
• Tanière³ (Quebec City) – Michelin Outstanding Service Award: A seamless and personal front-of-house experience.
• Kebec Club Privé (Quebec City) – Michelin Young Chef Award: Cassandre Osterroth and Pierre-Olivier Pelletier are ones to watch.