A comprehensive guide to the best West Island restaurants

One look at what's on offer among the best restaurants in the West Island, and it's clear that it ain't all about downtown Montreal.

This part of the island has quietly emerged as a diverse and exciting culinary hub, offering a mix of beloved classics, long-standing institutions, and bold newcomers that cater to every appetite.

From the lively waterfront charm of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue to the family-friendly heart of Dollard-des-Ormeaux, the boulevards of Pointe-Claire, and the quieter corners of Kirkland, Beaconsfield, and Dorval, this guide highlights the very best that the West Island’s neighbourhoods, boroughs, and towns have to offer.

Craving fresh seafood boils? Inventive sushi or smoky BBQ? Maybe some upscale bistro fare? We’ve done our best to curate a selection of exceptional dining destinations that reflect this side of the island's evolving tastes and deep-rooted favourites.

Great dining is no longer just a downtown affair: The best restaurants in the West Island prove there are both culinary experiences worth a drive to some and thriving in the backyards of others.