Looking for the best seafood in Montreal this summer? This guide highlights top spots beyond traditional fish houses, featuring exceptional crudos, tartares, and grilled fish in unexpected places. Discover where to enjoy high-quality catches and refreshing summer flavors across the city.
Discover the best seafood in Montreal, from legendary institutions like Joe Beef and Milos to trendy spots such as Molenne and Le Filet. Explore top-rated restaurants serving fresh oysters, impressive seafood towers, and exquisite lobster dishes perfect for any occasion.
Montreal's lobster season is in full swing, with mouthwatering, refined dishes across the city, from classic lobster rolls to creamy pastas, risottos and lobster poutines. Explore top spots for fresh lobster in Montreal and nearby areas, including Pincette, Chez Delmo, Bar George, Joséphine, L'Osso and more.
Montreal's snow crab season arrives briefly in spring, delivering delicate, sweet meat famed for freshness. Chefs serve it simply with lemon and butter or mayo, or in bold, shareable dishes. Ephemeral menus celebrate the fleeting crab at spots from Café Miracolo to L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel, inviting guests to savor every bite.
For three decades, Maestro SVP defined Montreal's oyster bar scene on Saint-Laurent and Prince-Arthur. Since 1992, it blended jazz, oysters, and poutine, led by Ilene Polansky, whose hospitality turned a dining room into a sanctuary. Closing signals a retirement and a shifting economy, ending a piece of culinary history.
Gumbo and jambalaya, two iconic New Orleans dishes, are beloved for both their flavors and their convivial nature. Montreal offers delicious versions, from House of Jazz to Kamúy, so you can enjoy a taste of Louisiana without leaving home.
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.
Montreal's vibrant Latin American scene showcases the finest ceviche, tiradito and aguachile across Peruvian, Mexican and fusion spots that elevate fresh seafood with leche de tigre and citrus, highlighting restaurants delivering authenticity, freshness and bold shared plates across the city.
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.
Montreal's 18 top steakhouses fuse history with modern flair, offering dry-aged beef and charcoal-grilled cuts from ribeye to tomahawk. From downtown to Old Montreal and the North Shore, enjoy business lunches, romantic dinners or weekend gatherings with generous portions, crisp fries, and thoughtful wine pairings.
Discover the best Greek restaurants in and around Montreal, from Panama Rotisserie and Milos to Zante and La Maison Grecque, serving gyros, souvlaki, fresh seafood, grilled meats, and traditional tavern dishes. Explore favorites across Montreal, Laval, Outremont, Westmount and beyond for a true Mediterranean dining experience.
Sterlings Steakhouse Laval offers premier fine dining with prime, aged beef, fresh seafood, elegant sides, and indulgent desserts in a refined, welcoming setting, backed by attentive service. A $45 lunch and a $40 late-night menu ensure exceptional value without compromising quality.
La Medusa on Drummond Street serves authentic Italian cuisine since 1996 in a warm, hospitable setting with a large wine cellar and lively atmosphere. From wood-fired dishes and classic pastas to pizzas and seafood, it features a celebrated gelato and private party space for up to 110 guests.
Bistro MM Station Culinaire in Blainville welcomes diners with warm, spacious charm, a large mirror and romantic dimmed lighting with jazzy vibes. Guests choose a la carte or table d'hote and savor dishes like velvety sweet potato soup, bergamot scallops, parmesan fondue, cod on israeli couscous with smoked trout, and a tender beef back steak, plus desserts, weekly specials and Friday live performances.