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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.
Montreal-based VG Gourmet marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of growth in plant-based foods. From a home kitchen passion project to a brand in over 1,500 Canadian stores and restaurants, it launches the Beet Power burger (19 g protein, 10 g fibre) and expands to sauces, shawarmas, soups, and ready-to-eat meals.
New downtown Montreal spot Minnibar opens tomorrow at 750 Mansfield Street from Tongue Bui. An all-day cafe-restaurant pairs coffee, lunch and more in a stylish Ivy Studio designed space near the Bell Centre. The menu features sandwiches, fresh pasta and an intriguing omakase pizza served at the counter in tasting portions.
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.
From Monday to Thursday, 3pm to 6pm, enjoy an after-work moment designed to be shared after your day at Les Enfants Terribles. Oysters at $2 and a selection of drinks by the glass for $10, with or without alcohol. Thursdays feature Jeuditini, a martini menu at $10. End your day together, unwind, and make this your new after-work routine.
Explore Montreal's hidden gem restaurants and uncover the city's unsung culinary heroes beyond the buzzy hotspots, from falafel joints in Laval to Lebanese, Turkish, Thai, and Vietnamese eateries delivering bold, wallet-friendly flavors.
Hiba is a modern cocktail bar on the second floor of Humaniti Montreal, a 2,000-square-foot space offering creative cocktails, mocktails, sake, and shareable izakaya-style dishes by Jean-Sébastien Giguère, with a drink menu of original creations by Mickaël Bouvier and non-alcoholic options, plus live DJs Thu-Sat from 7pm.
Benjamin Steakhouse Parisien arrives in Montreal in November 2025, blending Parisian brasserie charm with the city's vibrant energy. A two-level venue with a summer terrace, it pairs leather, wood, velvet and metal in a warm, design-forward setting, serving on-site dry-aged meats and Quebec-sourced seasonal sides from breakfast to dinner, by Gray Collection.
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.
Discover KAVA Montréal in Griffintown, a refined Mediterranean restaurant with 120 indoor seats and 60 on a bright terrace for brunch through dinner. Chef Keren JL brings ingredient-driven flavors inspired by travel, with décor by Pero Studio that evokes festive coastal Mediterranean living and shared culture.
Le Coureur des Bois presents a new interior, blending warm wood lines to mirror its culinary identity. Chef-owner Jean-Sébastien Giguère highlights Quebec terroir with tasting menus and à la carte; a 17,000-bottle wine cellar led by sommelier Jean-Simon Rioux-Ranger holds Wine Spectator's Grand Award since 2018, 30 minutes from Montreal.
Beachclub Pointe-Calumet marks 30 years with a summer 2025 makeover, unveiling a new design, renovated pool, redesigned cabanas, improved access and expanded spaces. Led by Olivier Primeau and Groupe Midway, it ranks among the world's top 20 outdoor clubs and No. 1 in Canada by DJ Mag, North America's largest private beach.
India Rosa opens a 6,000 sq ft, 110-seat location on the ground floor of Hôtel Escad at DIX30 in Brossard, expanding from Plateau and Griffintown with modern Indian tapas, exclusive cocktails and DJ nights, plus a weekend fusion brunch by chef Arnaud Glay, and interiors by Pero Studio celebrating Quebec craftsmanship on the South Shore.
North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 debuts a regional ranking for the US, Canada, and select Caribbean islands, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. A 300-expert panel will vote on The Best Restaurant in North America 2025, with a live awards ceremony announced later this year, spotlighting diverse regional flavors.
Zama is a Maya-inspired supper club on Saint-Laurent Boulevard in Montreal opening November 23, 2024, blending gastronomy with immersive ambiance. A Funktion-One sound system delivers Afro-House, Latin, and hip-hop as sculptures and natural materials fuse authenticity with modern luxury for unforgettable evenings.
LOV restaurants in DIX30, Centropolis and Old Montreal unveil a fall-winter menu by Ian Perreault, adding vegetarian dishes to their vegan staples. Highlights include mozzarella-stuffed arancini, meat-free carbonara, onion soup in red wine broth, and a cheese fondue, plus brunch options. Prices cut 10-20% to ease inflation.