New Orleans evokes Mardi Gras and jazz, but its cuisine is famous too. Gumbo and jambalaya, rich with the Cajun trinity, offer hearty, aromatic flavors. Montreal serves delicious Louisiana versions, from La Louisiane to Kamúy, letting you savor bayou vibes without traveling far.
Montreal's Lunar New Year 2026 celebrates the Year of the Horse with cultural performances, lion dances, live art, and festive menus across Royalmount, Time Out Market, Chinatown and more; enjoy traditional dishes like banh chung and dumplings, plus Cantonese and Mandarin disco nights for luck, prosperity, and renewal.
Discover Montreal food tours that unveil its culinary identity, from wood-fired bagels to poutine and market tastings. Explore Mile End, Jean-Talon Market, Chinatown and Old Montreal with expert guides, sampling local bites and hearing the stories behind the city's vibrant gastronomy.
Discover Montreal's top Portuguese restaurants, where authentic dishes like caldo verde and bacalhau meet modern twists, warm Fado-filled atmospheres, and curated Portuguese wines, from Ma Poule Mouillee to Aldea, Douro, Helena and Cantinho, celebrating tradition with generous portions and vibrant flavors.
Brasserie Milton's house-made lineup lets guests enjoy the restaurant's flavors at home with hot sauce, BBQ sauce, Montreal-style steak spices, dill pickle seasoning and apple compote. Available at the Grab & Go counter beside the Delta Hotel reception, these items make great gifts and appear in dishes; blog (French) offers more inspiration.
Montreal's Japanese dining scene ranges from high-end omakase to vegan ramen and lively izakaya, blending traditional techniques with Quebec ingredients. The guide highlights authentic, fresh, and creative spots across the island, from hidden gems to upscale destinations, for a complete Japanese culinary tour.
Discover Montreal's best French restaurants for an authentic experience, where classic brasserie and bistro dishes meet fresh ingredients, precise technique and warm, Parisian-inspired atmospheres, from timeless favorites like L'Express to modern spots such as Le Pégase and Monarque.
Discover Montreal's ramen scene with rich tonkotsu, miso and shoyu broths, mazemen, and plenty of vegetarian options, all made with homemade noodles. From Yokato Yokabai to Tsukuyomi, Neotokyo, Misoya and more, savor diverse bowls that blend tradition with innovation across the city.
Le Marché des Saveurs du Québec marks 25 years of showcasing Québec terroir at Jean-Talon Market, led by Isabelle Drouin and Simon Beaudoin. With 200+ local producers and a new transactional website, enjoy festive cheeses, meats, ready-to-eat dishes, and Québec wines, ciders, and beers for holiday celebrations.
Celebrate the holidays at Restaurant Luce in Repentigny, an Italian gem with ambiance, refined cuisine, and Italian hospitality. Perfect for corporate events, family gatherings, or festive get-togethers, it features group holiday menus, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, and catering to bring authentic flavors to your venue; book early, as spaces fill quickly.
Discover Montreal's best matcha lattes, from ceremonial-grade brews to inventive twists across top cafés like Café Cosé, Spirulina, Osmo X Marusan, and Tsujiri, with traditional prep, precise whisking, and bold flavors that prove matcha as craft, not a trend.
LUCE Restaurant in Repentigny blends modernity with authentic Italian cooking, featuring house-made pasta, antipasti, and Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a 510°C Moretti Neapolis 4 oven, all within a warm, light-filled dining room. Co-owners Leonardo Iacono and Domenic Caporale curate a seasonal menu, cocktails, an Italian wine list, and a welcoming terrace.
Explore local spirits this summer with Distilleries du Québec, visiting over 50 distilleries across province for pride and unique products. A limited-edition cocktail shaker at select locations holds a golden ticket for a gourmet getaway for two in the Québec City region. Plan tastings with Route des distilleries, free online tool.
Discover the best ice creams in Montreal with a guide to shops offering classics, bold flavors, vegan and lactose-free options, and seasonal creations across multiple neighborhoods. From indulgent sundaes to rotating flavors and unique toppings, this summer becomes a delicious frozen tour of the city.
Discover Montreal's top wine tasting classes and workshops led by expert sommeliers. Learn aromas, terroirs, and winemaking while exploring blind tastings, food pairings, and regional styles across venues from Le vin dans les voiles, known for natural wines, to Ateliers SAQ by ITHQ and Ateliers & Saveurs.
SKYBIRD Fresh Asian Grill offers fast-casual, customizable bowls and banh mi in Montreal, with oven-grilled proteins, six in-house sauces, halal and gluten-free options, and fresh, vibrant ingredients. Build your own bowl or banh mi, then order online for quick takeout or delivery.
Discover Montreal's best takeout and delivery under $20, combining affordability with quality from local spots like Slice + Soda, Ganadara, Dobe & Andy, Poutineville, Curry Karim and more, with diverse menus, fresh ingredients, and easy delivery options for every craving.
Bazart in Montreal blends Mediterranean flavors with art, music and a rotating NFT gallery in an immersive space inspired by Mykonos, Ibiza and Tulum. Enjoy mezze, charcoal grills, tarot-card cocktails, rotating digital art, local crafts, and terrace dining with private-event options.
Montreal's seafood hotspots showcase bold creativity from Old Montreal to Mile End, turning fresh catches into artful dishes, from oysters with unexpected flavors to tapas-style seafood towers, paired with curated wines and cocktails for an elevated, memorable dining voyage.
Discover Montreal's most indulgent cupcakes, from classic vanilla and chocolate to bold flavors like lavender, matcha, salted caramel and pina colada. Explore artisanal bakeries offering vegan and gluten-free options, customizable designs, and desserts that pair beauty with flavor for any celebration.