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Located in Beloeil, Le Coureur des Bois is a world-renowned gastronomic destination. Recently awarded Gold Star Best Long List at the 2026 Star Wine List of the Year, the restaurant features 5,300 wine references and refined, terroir-inspired cuisine by chefs Jean-Sebastien Giguere and Eric Fortin.
Bivouac Terrace kicks off a refreshed summer with a redesigned immersive setting inspired by Quebec's outdoors, a vibrant weekly events lineup, and a seasonal menu from local producers. Created with Indee Design, the space features natural textures, a cedar canoe by Canots Rheaume, and the iconic Bivouac shelter, with chef Xavier Dahan highlighting Quebec ingredients in tuna tartare and maple pouding chomeur, plus DJ nights, Pilates, Sunday BBQs, oyster specials, and lunch options in Quartier des Spectacles.
Trattoria Dell'Arte rises atop Studio St-Denis, offering Italian gastronomy with a contemporary vibe and Quartier Latin views. The menu by Guillaume Lepage and Jordane Urbain features pizzas, antipasti, pastas and classics like tonnarelli cacio e pepe and mezzi paccheri with shrimp and lemon, plus pollo alla parmigiana.
Bassin Peel in Griffintown hosts four immersive night markets this summer, YATAI MTL (Japanese), POCHA MTL (Korean), TIANGUIS MTL (Mexican), and CHỢ ĐÊM MTL (Vietnamese), on June 4-7, June 11-14, June 18-21, and July 16-19, 2026. A waterfront circuit of street food, live music and performances with evening and weekend hours. Details at RestoMontreal.ca.
Quebec's terroir is a rich playground for chefs who place it at the heart of cuisine, with farm-to-table dining that moves from earth to plate. From Magog to Oka and beyond, these near-Montreal destinations celebrate seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, rustic charm and authentic rural hospitality.
Glenfiddich teams with Aston Martin F1 for the Montreal Grand Prix, anchoring a weekend of luxury experiences from an intimate Beyond the Track dinner at Bar George to high-energy nightlife and VIP trackside hospitality. A Timeless cocktail menu, a Grand Quai party, and a Paddock Club pop-up bar extend the brand across the full Grand Prix journey.
Quebec's 8th Gala des Lauriers de la gastronomie celebrated the province's culinary talent with a red-carpet start at Theatre Pierre-Mercure, speeches and awards hosted by Dany Saint-Pierre. Winners included Samy Benabed (Chef of the Year) and Microbrasserie Le Presbytere (Restaurant of the Year). The night closed with Studio-Cabaret bites and a note that Quebec City will host next year.
On May 6, 2026, the Michelin Guide returns to Quebec with two new Montreal stars for Hoogan et Beaufort and Sushi Nishinokaze, while Sabayon, Mastard and Jérome Ferrer-Europea maintain their status. Bib Gourmand picks include Limbo and Annette, with Auberge Saint-Mathieu and Le Clan earning stars and Samy Benabed named Quebec's Young Chef of the Year.
Champagne with dinner in Montreal is a smart, fabulous choice that sharpens a meal, cuts through butter and cream, and keeps the night light. It suits raw, fried, and rich dishes and fits modern menus where caviar sits with comfort food. Some restaurants build pairings; others let bubbles feel natural from first bite to dessert.
Montreal is known for its vibrant “bring your own wine” scene, where diners bring their own bottles to enjoy with their meal. With a variety of atmospheres, seasonal menus, and a warm, welcoming experience, this personalized approach is perfect for an evening with friends, a romantic date, or a family gathering.
Montreal's Bistrot à Franky, the project of chef Francis Blais, promises a warm, homey Parisian bistro experience. The menu blends classics such as sole meuniere and pepper steak with seasonal rotating dishes, plus a decade-long wine cellar led by sommelier Alexis Demers.
Finalists for the Lauriers de la gastronomie québécoise 2026 span 17 categories with more than 100 contenders, highlighting Quebec’s farm-to-table talent. Winners will be announced May 4 at Théâtre Pierre-Mercure and Cabaret St-Denis in Montréal, with tickets available for the gala.
Montreal bursts with year-round food festivals, from street fairs to world-class culinary celebrations, showcasing diverse cuisines, local producers and top chefs across seasonal events like First Fridays, La Grand Poutinefest, YATAI MTL, MTLàTABLE and more.
Montréal en Lumière 2026 invites food lovers to a Taste of History, celebrating 65 years of Montreal gastronomy with 80 participating restaurants, MICHELIN mentions, and North America’s 50 Best picks. Explore chef collaborations and themed menus through late February to March, reserve now.
Food and music converge at SonoLux in Old Montreal, pairing LUMI's nine- or fourteen-course contemporary seasonal menus with Subterra's DJ sets and full album vinyl sessions inside Quebec's first art-exhibiting hotel, uniting gastronomy, art, and music.
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.
La Table Ronde awards four $10,000 grants to Quebec women restaurateurs, closing the first Women Leadership Accelerator cohort. Recipients include Véronique Rivest, Renée Deschenes-O'Hagan, Isabelle Dupuis and Noémie Ducharme. The program provides coaching, workshops and media visibility, with a second cohort planned for winter 2026.
Mezcla offers a refined French-Peruvian fine dining experience in Capisco, Old Montreal. Led by chef Marcel Olivier Larrea with David Dumay and David Schmidt, it blends French technique with Peruvian flavors on a tasting menu and cocktail program by Joseph David, featuring razor clam and melon ceviche, papa rellena, and alpaca al carbon.
RENOIR at the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile turns Sunday brunch into a chic, buffet celebration of French gastronomy and Quebec creativity, with seasonal, locally sourced dishes by Executive Chef Olivier Perret and Pastry Chef Paul Peyrat, from Montreal-spiced striploin to reinvented eggs Benedict and RENOIR waffles, in an elegant setting.