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Montreal runs on iconic delis and casse-croutes. From towering smoked meat sandwiches to gravy-smothered poutines and classic burgers, these local institutions serve up generous, comforting portions in retro settings. Explore the city best spots for satisfying, no-frills soul food.
Cool down this summer with our guide to Montreal's best ice cream shops. From artisanal gelato and creative vegan soft serve to unique sundaes, these local spots offer refreshing treats across the city. Explore top-rated parlors featuring seasonal ingredients and innovative flavor combinations.
Beat the heat with the best affogatos and crema di caffè in Montreal. This curated guide features top spots across the city reinventing these Italian classics with artisanal espresso, soft-serve ice cream, matcha, and unique gourmet toppings. Discover the perfect refreshing summer treat.
Montreal comes alive in warm weather with park culture and sun-filled picnics. From Parc La Fontaine to Mount Royal, discover top takeout spots and nearby eateries offering artisanal sandwiches, dumplings, rolls, pizzas, and shareable platters - perfect for a hassle-free park feast.
Montreal 5 à 7 and after-work specials with two-for-one drinks, free bites, and women-friendly perks. From chic hotel bars to downtown hangouts, these happy hours offer great cocktails and tasty bites to kick off your evening with friends.
Two new spots in Petit Laurier enrich the neighborhood's food scene with distinct approaches: Farine & Cacao, a refined pastry and chocolate shop offering carefully crafted viennoiseries, modern desserts, and elegant chocolates driven by quality ingredients; and Boulangerie Le Toledo, an artisanal bakery celebrating local flours, slow fermentation, sourdoughs, and all-butter viennoiseries to nourish the community.
With Easter near, discover Montreal's best spots for chocolates to treat yourself, wow at brunch, or spoil the little ones, including Lecavalier Petrone's artful creations in Pointe-Saint-Charles, Chocolats de Chloe Inc., and ERNESTINE's colorful, handcrafted chocolates across Quebec.
Montreal's bar scene is buzzing with mocktails and zero-proof drinks, from non-alcoholic wines and beers to inventive alcohol-free cocktails across spots like Tamisé, Time Out Market, Milky Way, Cloakroom Bar and more, plus Apéro à Zéro, Quebec's first alcohol-free store. Discover creative, festive options city-wide.
Discover Montreal's must-try poutine scene across 14 spots, from classic cheese curds and brown gravy to extravagant twists with foie gras, seafood, or spicy toppings. From late-night snack bars to standout restaurants, these venues showcase bold flavors, regional twists, and 24/7 diners that celebrate Quebec's iconic comfort dish.
Montreal's burrata scene spans Greater Montreal, from Old Montréal to Little Italy, pairing creamy Italian cheese with tomatoes, olives, prosciutto and basil. Discover top spots like Dinette Marcella, Ristorante Donato, Jacopo, Lucca, Brama, Primo & Secondo, Sotto by Soubois, BarBara, Viva, Bis Ristorante, Bevo and Da Emma for memorable burrata starters and Italian tapas.
Bar Dominion in downtown Montreal makes Sundays and Mondays gourmet with $1 oysters all evening at the historic Dominion Square Tavern. Enjoy classic cocktails, shareable small plates, and a refined yet accessible vibe, open daily 4pm-1am; reservations online.
Montreal's Christmas markets light up the season with festive lights, handmade gifts, and live performances from the Great Christmas Market to artisan fairs and public market events, featuring vegan options, eco-friendly gifts, and family fun across the city from late November to December.
Discover Montreal's best cannoli across Little Italy and beyond, from ultra crisp shells and crackle to vanilla ricotta fillings made on demand at top spots such as Pasticceria Alati-Caserta, Patisserie Alati, Cafe San Gennaro, La Conca D'Oro, Coca d'Oro and Mr. Biscotti.
Montreal's smoked meat embodies a Jewish-Eastern European heritage, marinated in a secret spice blend, slowly smoked, and hand-sliced at iconic delis across the city, offering classic sandwiches and reinvented dishes that celebrate authentic flavors and the city's culinary tradition.
Yans Deli in Montréal, opened by former Joe Beef chef Benji Greenberg, blends Eastern European roots with a modern take on Jewish deli fare. Open from breakfast through late lunch, the in-house menu features comforting classics and refined specialties using local ingredients, plus 'The Joel' tasting brunch for sharing.
Montreal offers a vibrant breakfast scene, blending century-old institutions with innovative cafes. From gourmet eggs Benedict to festive mimosas and hearty comfort food, these top-rated establishments transform weekday mornings into memorable culinary experiences across the city.
La Buvette du Dep launches its nine-course tasting menu Les délices du Québec, celebrating the province's iconic sweet and savory dishes such as tourtière, pâté chinois, smoked meat sandwich and a maple dessert trio, available daily from 4pm at Griffintown and Le Plateau for $55, with a $25 wine pairing and reservations via OpenTable.