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Showing 24 of 76 places in Montreal
Snowbird Tiki Bar offers a vibrant tiki escape that can’t be found elsewhere in Montreal. Its bamboo entrance transports...
Polari is a garage-turned-wine-bar that ditches the pretense. Located in Villeray, this eight-seat counter and handful o...
Zytynsky’s Deli has been part of Montreal’s landscape since the 1920s, first in Pointe-Saint-Charles and, since the mid-...
Rose Ross is a neighbourhood bistro on Promenade Masson that treats seasonal cooking with the ease and warmth of a home...
Vesta is a trattoria that’s blended New York, Montreal, and Italy in a way only Stefano Faita and Michele Forgione could...
A family-run spot since 1995, Miami Déli’s helmed by Mr. Steve Tsantes and his sons. Folks come for vibrant decor that p...
For nearly three decades, La Corvette has been a pillar of Rue Masson, serving up generous souvlaki plates, overloaded p...
Established in 1977, Chez La Mère has thrived over the years thanks to loyal patrons and traditions that span generation...
Pot Masson has spent the last decade anchoring the heart of Promenade Masson with the kind of neighbourhood energy you d...
Natsu shirks being just another vegan café for a full-blown immersion into Japanese-inspired, plant-based dining in Hoch...
Mon Petit Poulet in Rosemont gets right to the heart of comfort food with fried chicken, ribs, and rôtisserie classics t...
Marconi Pizzeria has been serving up classic Montreal-style pizza since 1968. Nestled in the heart of Montreal, this rec...
Le Vieux-Vélo doesn’t need frills, flash, or fanfare to win you over—it’s all about honest, no-nonsense food that gets y...
The Plateau’s Le Pégase has quietly held its place as a beloved French BYOB spot for over 25 years, defying the flashy t...
La Ligne Rouge is the kind of place that defies trends, staying true to its old-school charm since it opened its doors i...
Joyo’s specializing in halal smashburgers, taking the no-frills philosophy and elevating it with obsessive attention to...
Il Bazzali is, in a word, a performance. Helmed by Chef Davide Bazzali, who doubles as a tenor, this spot merges bold It...
The team from Maneki Comptoir Asiat in Hochelaga has launched Château Maneki, a Japanese snack bar located in the restor...
A Rosemont institution since 1987, the family-run diner Beaubien Deli is a no-fuss, always-open neighbourhood spot that’...
DDD, short for Dédié au Design Durable, is where eco-conscious meets effortlessly stylish. This Rosemont boutique and on...
Chez Ernest brings a unique blend of curiosity and conviviality to St-Hubert Plaza. Inspired by Renaissance cabinets of...
Gym Sablon, situated in the Plateau, offers a wide range of fitness options in a versatile and well-equipped space. With...
Café La Bine in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie is a charming, family-run spot with a welcoming vibe and thoughtfully crafted...
Showing 24 of 76 places in Montreal
Snowbird Tiki Bar offers a vibrant tiki escape that can’t be found elsewhere in Montreal. Its bamboo entrance transports...
Polari is a garage-turned-wine-bar that ditches the pretense. Located in Villeray, this eight-seat counter and handful o...
Zytynsky’s Deli has been part of Montreal’s landscape since the 1920s, first in Pointe-Saint-Charles and, since the mid-...
Rose Ross is a neighbourhood bistro on Promenade Masson that treats seasonal cooking with the ease and warmth of a home...
Vesta is a trattoria that’s blended New York, Montreal, and Italy in a way only Stefano Faita and Michele Forgione could...
A family-run spot since 1995, Miami Déli’s helmed by Mr. Steve Tsantes and his sons. Folks come for vibrant decor that p...
For nearly three decades, La Corvette has been a pillar of Rue Masson, serving up generous souvlaki plates, overloaded p...
Established in 1977, Chez La Mère has thrived over the years thanks to loyal patrons and traditions that span generation...
Pot Masson has spent the last decade anchoring the heart of Promenade Masson with the kind of neighbourhood energy you d...
Natsu shirks being just another vegan café for a full-blown immersion into Japanese-inspired, plant-based dining in Hoch...
Mon Petit Poulet in Rosemont gets right to the heart of comfort food with fried chicken, ribs, and rôtisserie classics t...
Marconi Pizzeria has been serving up classic Montreal-style pizza since 1968. Nestled in the heart of Montreal, this rec...
Le Vieux-Vélo doesn’t need frills, flash, or fanfare to win you over—it’s all about honest, no-nonsense food that gets y...
The Plateau’s Le Pégase has quietly held its place as a beloved French BYOB spot for over 25 years, defying the flashy t...
La Ligne Rouge is the kind of place that defies trends, staying true to its old-school charm since it opened its doors i...
Joyo’s specializing in halal smashburgers, taking the no-frills philosophy and elevating it with obsessive attention to...
Il Bazzali is, in a word, a performance. Helmed by Chef Davide Bazzali, who doubles as a tenor, this spot merges bold It...
The team from Maneki Comptoir Asiat in Hochelaga has launched Château Maneki, a Japanese snack bar located in the restor...
A Rosemont institution since 1987, the family-run diner Beaubien Deli is a no-fuss, always-open neighbourhood spot that’...
DDD, short for Dédié au Design Durable, is where eco-conscious meets effortlessly stylish. This Rosemont boutique and on...
Chez Ernest brings a unique blend of curiosity and conviviality to St-Hubert Plaza. Inspired by Renaissance cabinets of...
Gym Sablon, situated in the Plateau, offers a wide range of fitness options in a versatile and well-equipped space. With...
Café La Bine in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie is a charming, family-run spot with a welcoming vibe and thoughtfully crafted...
