Classic dives with no pretense, plenty of character, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting.
Family diners, BBQ joints, and burger obsessives pushing the form—something for everyone, from purist to risk-taker.
From cocktail dens and pop-up parties to seminars and pairing dinners—here’s everywhere to go, drink, and learn during MCF 2025.
Family institutions, neighbourhood staples, and event specialists worth keeping a tab open for.
From boundary-pushing tasting menus to perfected single plates—this is where to eat when it matters.
With its rich history of chefs with storied backgrounds and diversified dining culture, the following names can be counted among the highest tier in the city.
Our guide to the best bars in Montreal, from cocktail dens to wine bars to neighbourhood dives.
A love letter to the neighbourhood that shaped her acting career, from late-night dumplings and family-run shops to the streets where a West Island kid found her second artistic home.
From garage racks to curated closets, here's where to start digging for stylish castoffs that got a second life.
From circus arts and archaeological crypts to bonsai gardens and neon sign collections.
This guide is for anyone looking to catch the Canadiens game in good company—with a proper screen, solid drinks, and food that doesn’t taste like an afterthought.
The spots, the broths, the sides—everything you need to eat your way through the city’s landscape.
Prime real estate for celebrating when the city's warm enough to enjoy al fresco.
Montreal’s best excuse to eat Japanese food every day for 11 days straight.
Explore 20 Japanese cafés, bakeries, shops, and cultural spaces taking part in Montreal’s 11-day celebration of all things Japan.
From loud to laid-back to low-key, these are the spots with superb selections where you can easily grab a chair and glass (or bottle).