Guidebook for Montreal
Food Scene
Restaurant Boustan
2020A Rue CrescentGet the Creation!
Juliette & Chocolat
3600 Boul. Saint-Laurentyou have to try this place!
Was on Food Network- they have amazing onion rings and fries too!
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Burger Bar Crescent
1465 Rue CrescentWas on Food Network- they have amazing onion rings and fries too!
This place has chocolate fondue! Very popular for tourists and locals alike. Be prepared to wait for a good experience.
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CACAO 70 Eatery
2087 Rue Sainte-CatherineThis place has chocolate fondue! Very popular for tourists and locals alike. Be prepared to wait for a good experience.
This is one of my FAVORITE restaurants in all of Montreal- amazing Syrian food. Definitely try the baklava ice cream
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Damas
1209 Av. Van HorneThis is one of my FAVORITE restaurants in all of Montreal- amazing Syrian food. Definitely try the baklava ice cream
The pies here are out of this world! Make sure you stop by here but don't go with a large group as seating is limited.
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Rockaberry
5557 Av de MonklandThe pies here are out of this world! Make sure you stop by here but don't go with a large group as seating is limited.
Mediterranean food with an upscale ambiance. Floor like seating and excellent service. Also in the heart of the plateau for shopping and a nice night walk.
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Restaurant Rumi
5198 Rue HutchisonMediterranean food with an upscale ambiance. Floor like seating and excellent service. Also in the heart of the plateau for shopping and a nice night walk.
This is a vegan/ vegetarian Mexican spot! How cool- when else will you get the chance to try this. I'm telling you as a Texan, this is good Tex- Mex. Do yourself a favor and split the ginormous nachos with your friends!
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Lola Rosa Café
545 Rue MiltonThis is a vegan/ vegetarian Mexican spot! How cool- when else will you get the chance to try this. I'm telling you as a Texan, this is good Tex- Mex. Do yourself a favor and split the ginormous nachos with your friends!
This is my hidden gem for gnocchi. I love the lady that works there- she is a riot! Their fresh gnocchi is only $5- perfect for a chilly afternoon while strolling through the plateau.
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Drogheria Fine
68 Av. Fairmount OThis is my hidden gem for gnocchi. I love the lady that works there- she is a riot! Their fresh gnocchi is only $5- perfect for a chilly afternoon while strolling through the plateau.
Expect a long line outside the restaurant year round. Good thing my apartment is hop- skip away!
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Ganadara
1417 Maisonneuve Blvd WExpect a long line outside the restaurant year round. Good thing my apartment is hop- skip away!
This bar has the best late night tapas EVER! They're open until 3 am or so and offer the best aspects of the Montreal cuisine scene.
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Le Majestique Montreal
4105 Boul. Saint-LaurentThis bar has the best late night tapas EVER! They're open until 3 am or so and offer the best aspects of the Montreal cuisine scene.
If you do nothing else in Montreal, make sure you try the poutine here. It is by far, THE BEST in the city. Which is why you will likely have to stand in a line that stretches outside the door. The plus point is that it is open 24/7! So your late night cravings will be satisfied.
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La Banquise
994 Rue Rachel EstIf you do nothing else in Montreal, make sure you try the poutine here. It is by far, THE BEST in the city. Which is why you will likely have to stand in a line that stretches outside the door. The plus point is that it is open 24/7! So your late night cravings will be satisfied.
This place is EGGcelent for brunch. I highly recommend it for the various types of Benedict. Come here for a hearty meal on a lazy Sunday.
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L'Oeufrier
2017 Avenue du Mont-Royal EstThis place is EGGcelent for brunch. I highly recommend it for the various types of Benedict. Come here for a hearty meal on a lazy Sunday.
People argue that this is the best Pakistani food in Montreal. If you're really craving it, make your way here for some hot naan and spicy nihari.
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Sana Restaurant
655 Rue Jarry OuestPeople argue that this is the best Pakistani food in Montreal. If you're really craving it, make your way here for some hot naan and spicy nihari.
If you have not already made a reservation, there is a good chance that you won't get a table. This is the closest thing to a Michelin Star restaurant in Montreal. They have no menu, just a board with the current menu. High prices for high dollar meat.
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Joe Beef
2491 Rue Notre Dame OIf you have not already made a reservation, there is a good chance that you won't get a table. This is the closest thing to a Michelin Star restaurant in Montreal. They have no menu, just a board with the current menu. High prices for high dollar meat.
This is my go-to Thai place. Make sure you secure a reservation as soon as you get into Montreal. This cozy restaurant is straight down the street from me, just take the 24 down Sherbrooke. It is a husband- wife duo, the husband runs the front while the wife is the chef. They have SUPER spicy Thai food that is absolutely delicious. If they have the fish on their specials, you must get it.
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Pamika
4902 Rue Sherbrooke EThis is my go-to Thai place. Make sure you secure a reservation as soon as you get into Montreal. This cozy restaurant is straight down the street from me, just take the 24 down Sherbrooke. It is a husband- wife duo, the husband runs the front while the wife is the chef. They have SUPER spicy Thai food that is absolutely delicious. If they have the fish on their specials, you must get it.
Unique and delicious donuts. Must try if you catch them while they're open.
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Léché Desserts
640 Rue de CourcelleUnique and delicious donuts. Must try if you catch them while they're open.
If you want authentic, non-greasy Indian food, please go here. There are too many terrible Indian restaurants in the world and Montreal. This is an exception!
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Rasoï
3459 Rue Notre Dame OIf you want authentic, non-greasy Indian food, please go here. There are too many terrible Indian restaurants in the world and Montreal. This is an exception!
If you're looking for a fancy, white napkin Indian meal, take a short walk to Le Taj. The food is pretty reasonable but the ambiance is the driving force.
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Le Taj
2077 Rue StanleyIf you're looking for a fancy, white napkin Indian meal, take a short walk to Le Taj. The food is pretty reasonable but the ambiance is the driving force.
Beatrice is absolutely gorgeous. They often have weddings and intimate gatherings in this unique restaurant which has a tree sticking out of the top of the roof. The fairy lights and proximity make it ideal for a dressed up meal.
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Beatrice
1504 Rue Sherbrooke OBeatrice is absolutely gorgeous. They often have weddings and intimate gatherings in this unique restaurant which has a tree sticking out of the top of the roof. The fairy lights and proximity make it ideal for a dressed up meal.
This is delicious sushi packed into a tiny restaurant. Super fresh, really fast, cash only. If you're in the area stop by here.
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Tri Express
1650 Avenue Laurier EThis is delicious sushi packed into a tiny restaurant. Super fresh, really fast, cash only. If you're in the area stop by here.
This restaurant has a line down the street regardless of the weather. I have not tried it yet but the reviews are very promising. Just YELP it if you want more information. Japanese cuisine
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Kazu
1844 Rue Sainte-Catherine OThis restaurant has a line down the street regardless of the weather. I have not tried it yet but the reviews are very promising. Just YELP it if you want more information. Japanese cuisine
This is one of my FAVORITE bakeries in all of Montreal. It is a one-woman operation. She has had this store front for 12 years. She makes the cakes right there in front of you and usually sells out by evening. Delicious flavors like chocolate cardamom chai cake at a decent price.
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Cocoa Locale
4807 Av du ParcThis is one of my FAVORITE bakeries in all of Montreal. It is a one-woman operation. She has had this store front for 12 years. She makes the cakes right there in front of you and usually sells out by evening. Delicious flavors like chocolate cardamom chai cake at a decent price.
Kaza Maza is a sweet and small restaurant with delicious mediterranean food. Halal too! I highly recommend it, especially for a casual lunch or dinner with friends. Ask for the table by the window.
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KazaMaza
4629 Av du ParcKaza Maza is a sweet and small restaurant with delicious mediterranean food. Halal too! I highly recommend it, especially for a casual lunch or dinner with friends. Ask for the table by the window.
This is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in Montreal. Get the meat platter and share with friends. It is a very affordable meal and absolutely delicious.
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Restaurant Queen Sheba
4525 Av du ParcThis is one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in Montreal. Get the meat platter and share with friends. It is a very affordable meal and absolutely delicious.
Arts & Culture
El Museo de Bellas Artes de Montreal
1380 Rue Sherbrooke OSo close, you can't miss it
The Biodome is perfect for kids. Grab a ticket here to spend an afternoon learning about everything from insects to ecosystems.
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Biodomo
4777 Av. Pierre-De CoubertinThe Biodome is perfect for kids. Grab a ticket here to spend an afternoon learning about everything from insects to ecosystems.
Getting Around
Guy-Concordia station
1445 Rue GuyParks & Nature
Mount Royal
The Botanical Garden is quiet and serene. Perfect for visitors who want and inexpensive activity that involves a bit of nature and lots of walking.
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Montreal Botanical Garden
4101 Rue Sherbrooke EThe Botanical Garden is quiet and serene. Perfect for visitors who want and inexpensive activity that involves a bit of nature and lots of walking.
Parc La Fontaine is my favorite park in Montreal. It is always bustling with people, gorgeous in the Fall and full of music and life in the Summer. Come here to play some cricket, go for a run, or enjoy the ponds with fish and birds.
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La Fontaine Park
3819 Av. Calixa-LavalléeParc La Fontaine is my favorite park in Montreal. It is always bustling with people, gorgeous in the Fall and full of music and life in the Summer. Come here to play some cricket, go for a run, or enjoy the ponds with fish and birds.
Another lovely park with great walking/ running trails and the stadium that hosts the Rodgers Cup (tennis) in the summer.
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Jarry Park
205 Rue Gary-CarterAnother lovely park with great walking/ running trails and the stadium that hosts the Rodgers Cup (tennis) in the summer.
Shopping
Centre Eaton de Montréal
705 Rue Sainte-Catherine Opart of the Underground City
An elite shopping experience. Take advantage of the most regal boutiques- from Louis Vuitton to Gucci and more. This is steps from my apartment and will satisfy any shopaholic.
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Holt Renfrew
1300 Rue Sherbrooke OAn elite shopping experience. Take advantage of the most regal boutiques- from Louis Vuitton to Gucci and more. This is steps from my apartment and will satisfy any shopaholic.
Large, high- end designer store with expensive and refined brands. I have the most perfect pencil skirt from here. I highly recommend checking out the sales they occasionally have.
Ogilvy Montréal
500 Rue Saint-JacquesLarge, high- end designer store with expensive and refined brands. I have the most perfect pencil skirt from here. I highly recommend checking out the sales they occasionally have.
Simons is like a nicer version of Macy's or Dillard's. Drop by here if you need anything from a nice sweater to a Canada Goose. They have it all!
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La Maison Simons
977 Rue Sainte-Catherine OSimons is like a nicer version of Macy's or Dillard's. Drop by here if you need anything from a nice sweater to a Canada Goose. They have it all!
La Baie has everything from mens and womens and childrens, clothes, shoes, outterwear, home goods and more. A true department store in the heart of downtown and one of the oldest in North America!
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La Baie d'Hudson
585 Rue Sainte-Catherine OLa Baie has everything from mens and womens and childrens, clothes, shoes, outterwear, home goods and more. A true department store in the heart of downtown and one of the oldest in North America!
Essentials
One block away- excellent especially for produce
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Supermarché PA du Fort
1420 Rue du FortOne block away- excellent especially for produce
Adonis Downtown
2173 Rue Sainte-Catherine OSpeciality for Mediterranean eats
Supermarché Noor - Boucherie - Epicerie Halal
1905 Rue Sainte-Catherinehalal meat
This drug store and pharmacy is open until midnight. A real treat if you need some emergency medicine or even a pint of ice cream. The closest 24 hours pharmacy is on Parc which is a bit of a walk so take advantage of this one. Also has Canada post office inside.
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PJC Jean Coutu
6500 Rue St-HubertThis drug store and pharmacy is open until midnight. A real treat if you need some emergency medicine or even a pint of ice cream. The closest 24 hours pharmacy is on Parc which is a bit of a walk so take advantage of this one. Also has Canada post office inside.
Drinks & Nightlife
Montreal’s speakeasy inspired bar is recognizable only by its big red door, the fact that it is difficult to find is part of the charm. Discover candle lighting over a long wooden bar, a large hanging whiskey rack and the variety of delicious drinks they have to offer.
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BAR - Big in Japan
4175 Boul. Saint-LaurentMontreal’s speakeasy inspired bar is recognizable only by its big red door, the fact that it is difficult to find is part of the charm. Discover candle lighting over a long wooden bar, a large hanging whiskey rack and the variety of delicious drinks they have to offer.
Word on the streets is that Santos is becoming the perfect spot for a girl’s night out, especially since every Tuesday, this Spanish tapas bar dedicates one night per week to all the ladies.
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Santos
191 Rue Saint-Paul OWord on the streets is that Santos is becoming the perfect spot for a girl’s night out, especially since every Tuesday, this Spanish tapas bar dedicates one night per week to all the ladies.
This cozy hipster hangout serves all kinds of finger foods, a list of typical and specialty cocktails, as well as a variety of beers. You’ll want to get there around 10 or 11, the place is jam packed after midnight!
Also check out their brunch! I went with a big group and loved it, but there is usually a wait.
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Sparrow
5322 Boul. Saint-LaurentThis cozy hipster hangout serves all kinds of finger foods, a list of typical and specialty cocktails, as well as a variety of beers. You’ll want to get there around 10 or 11, the place is jam packed after midnight!
Also check out their brunch! I went with a big group and loved it, but there is usually a wait.
This is a quintessential drinking location in Montreal, especially if you like the idea of drinking from large mason jars. Better go early because this place fills up fast, in all 3 of their locations!
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Distillery no.1
300 Rue Ontario EThis is a quintessential drinking location in Montreal, especially if you like the idea of drinking from large mason jars. Better go early because this place fills up fast, in all 3 of their locations!
Super close bar with a laid back scene. Perfect to grab a night cap and watch some sports highlights
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Moose Bawr
1817 Rue Sainte-Catherine OSuper close bar with a laid back scene. Perfect to grab a night cap and watch some sports highlights