Looking for the perfect summer spritz in Montreal? Discover a curated list of the citys best terraces and restaurants where aperitivo culture thrives. From Mediterranean-inspired dining to iconic rooftops, find the ultimate spots to linger over a refreshing orange cocktail all season long.
Bar Dominion celebrates summer with its downtown Montreal terrace, open daily from 4pm. Enjoy a new tequila cocktail menu, fresh seafood, and tavern favorites steps from the Bell Centre. Recently named a top 100 Canadian bar, it is the perfect spot for drinks or dining. Bookings recommended.
Quebec ice cider, made from naturally frozen apples, offers a fresh and complex profile. Enjoy it at brunch or as an aperitif, in cocktails like Ice Mule or Nordic Cosmo, and with foie gras, cheeses, or fruity desserts. IGP-certified options are at the SAQ from Domaine Lafrance, Pinnacle, and Neige, with local cideries selling direct.
Bello Home is a Montreal-based countertop water filtration system that removes over 66 contaminants while preserving minerals, using capsules to create flavored water with energy or enhanced hydration; capsules store for 21 days and can replace 35 plastic bottles, with a mobile app to track intake and order capsules and filters.
Montreal earns three spots on North America's 50 Best Bars 2025 list (51-100): No.75 Bar Bisou Bisou, No.84 Bar Bello, and No.91 The Coldroom. Bar Bisou Bisou celebrates apéritif culture with sherries and vermouths; Bar Bello is Canada's first low-ABV specialist; The Coldroom is a hidden Old Montreal speakeasy.