Maison Grinder is a 15-room boutique hotel in a Griffintown heritage building, blending unique rooms with natural materials and refined hospitality from Andréanne Guillemette, with Makro and Grinder downstairs and a forthcoming 2,000-square-foot rooftop bar and lounge offering panoramic downtown views and shared plates.
Discover Montreal's best snack bars and nearby towns where Quebec-style fast food meets heritage flavor, from historic food trucks to family diners, serving poutine, steamies, unique burgers, and artisanal bites that showcase a living culinary tradition across the region.
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.
Phillips Bar opens March 27 in downtown Montreal, a refined Japanese pub by Jatoba's team, with teishoku dishes, makis and hand rolls made before guests, plus baby back ribs, chicken thighs and tartares with chicken and salmon skin chips. A sake and wine bar complements a mid-century setting with 80 seats on the main floor, 22-seat bar and private lounges for groups up to 50.
Discover Montreal's vibrant nightlife with this expert guide to the city's top establishments. Explore legendary speakeasies, creative cocktail bars, local craft breweries, and lively dance floors. Find the perfect venue for unforgettable evenings, refined mixology, and exceptional spirits.
Brasseur de Montréal is a Griffintown microbrewery and pub-style eatery since 2008, offering on-site craft beers and generous, locally sourced dishes in a welcoming, eco-friendly space. Its pet-friendly terrace and frequent events, from happy hour to tastings, plus an on-site shop, make it a top spot for friends, family and beer lovers.
Les Vieilles Portes in Saint-Sauveur reopens under A5 Hospitality in the 1880 Victorian house, led by Kevin Latrem and Samuel Paradis-Tremblay. Expect 'fun dining' French cuisine using Quebec and Canadian products, weekend brunches from mid-July, an open kitchen, a 75-guest terrace, and Amlyne Philipps' chic European Alpine design.
Lana's Bistro et Bar à Vin in Terrebonne blends seasonal, house-made dishes with a curated wine list in a warm, family atmosphere. Co-owned by Sarah, Andréanne, and Chef Ali, it offers fresh local fare, private event spaces, live music nights, and a welcoming terrace for up to 70 guests.
Bijou Resto Bar, at the Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal, blends local and international flavors with a Quebec-terroir cocktail menu, monthly happy hours, and a Mother's Day brunch on May 12, 2024 with valet parking, reservations by phone or OpenTable, and options for groups or private events.
Le Balcon Cabaret Chic in Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles celebrates Women's Month with top female-led shows from jazz and soul to flamenco and gospel, featuring Pamela King, Dawn Tyler Watson, and more, plus dinner shows, Jazz Thursdays, and outdoor terrace experiences.
Bijou Resto Bar at the Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel offers a Sunday brunch (10:30 am-3:00 pm) with a varied buffet - salads, cheeses, smoked salmon, proteins, pastries and desserts - plus an unrivalled runway view from large windows in a bright, welcoming setting near YUL. Weekday parking is complimentary, Sunday valet is free for four hours, and midweek oysters and champagne at happy hour enhance evenings.
Annexe BreWskey is a boutique bar and smokehouse in Old Montreal's Marché Bonsecours, serving on-site brews, whiskies and cocktails, plus smoked bites like salmon nuggets and pulled pork. With a Prohibition-era vibe, terraces and a retail boutique, it suits groups or casual visits.
Point Bar in Montreal's Latin Quarter blends intimate ambiance with authentic Latin mixology, offering classic and original cocktails like the signature Point Bucket. Under Sinai Milian's direction since 2017, it features resident Latin DJs, a warm, family-like vibe, and a 50-person intimate setting that builds community and memorable nights.
Time Out Market Montreal unveils a new wine bar now open, offering local charcuterie and 100% local cheeses along with red, white, rose, bubbles and a selection of natural, orange, organic and vegan wines from Quebec, France and Argentina. Located between Le Blossom and Marusan, it lets you enjoy your drink anywhere in the Market.
Barranco in Montreal adds Comptoir Barranco Cafe Sandwicherie, a takeout and delivery concept serving reimagined Peruvian dishes, including asado sandwiches, ceviches and papa a la huancaina, made with imported Peruvian ingredients, homemade sausages, eco-friendly packaging, and a standout cocktail program.
Boeuf Cochon is a steakhouse-bar by Rabih Miri serving dry-aged beef, pork and seafood in multiple Quebec locations since 2014. Expect carefully curated cuts, on-site aging, great cocktails, local beers and wines from private imports, plus family-friendly menus, sports on big screens, and growing franchise plans.
Pincette Lobster Bar in Old Montreal serves quality catches from the Canadian East Coast with a year-round lobster menu, a full raw bar, seafood platters, lobster rolls, and gourmet lobster classics, crafted for locals and visitors alike, open seven days for dinner and take-out at 94, rue Saint-Paul E.
Le 409 is a contemporary Indian restaurant and lounge in Montreal's Old Port on McGill Street, blending London-inspired chic with Bollywood flair. Enjoy classic Indian favorites with creative twists, a warm atmosphere, inventive cocktails, and a menu including butter chicken, lamb korma, saag paneer, and more.
Time Out Market Montréal opens in late 2019 at Centre Eaton de Montréal on Sainte-Catherine Street, uniting the city's best restaurants, bars and culture under one roof. A curated mix features 16 top chefs, two bars, a demonstration kitchen, a cooking academy, a retail shop and a cultural stage, plus rising local talent.