MONTREAL CITY GUIDES
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Where to get a good lunch in Montreal
The reliable roster for what's consistent, satisfying, and worth the trip across town.

The best Montreal café terrasses to slow down and savour
Sip coffee and soak up the sun at these cozy café terrasses, from hidden gardens to lively sidewalks.

These are the oldest restaurants in Montreal
Still serving after all these years: A tour through the institutions that fed generations and helped define Montreal’s food identity.

The best dumplings in Montreal, from Chinatown OGs to young guns
From no-frills Chinese classics to innovative fusion flavours, these are Montreal’s top spots for fried, steamed, and soup dumplings.

Escape to the best beaches in and around Montreal
Summer getaways, easy day trips, and urban retreats—these are the top spots on and near the island for swimming and sunbathing this summer

The best bars in Old Montreal (that are actually good)
A no-fluff guide to the places worth your time—from underground speakeasies to sky-high rooftop terrasses.

Your plant-based city: A guide to the best vegan restaurants in Montreal
No sad side salads or menu afterthoughts here—discover Montreal’s most creative plant-based kitchens.

A local’s guide to the best restaurants in Old Montreal
Not all cobblestone charm is created equal—here’s where to skip the clichés and eat like you actually know the city.