Discover Montreal's best views at top restaurants from downtown to Old Montreal and along the waterways. Enjoy delicious food, crafted cocktails, and rooftop terraces with river and city panoramas, perfect for friends, dates, or family outings in the Greater Montreal area.
Terrasse Belvu Hors-Piste kicks off its winter season on Jan 11, 2026 with an Après-Ski rooftop experience atop Montreal's Marriott Château Champlain, featuring DJs, bites, cocktails, reinvented grilled cheese, winter desserts, and warm drinks. Open to all without reservations; details at terrassebelvu.com or @terrasse.belvu.
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.
Located in the lobby of Hôtel HONEYROSE Montréal, Commodore welcomes autumn in Montreal with a vintage-inspired dining room and inviting terrace, serving local ingredients that balance classic flavors with modern touches. Weekends bring brunch, while lunches offer lighter options and dinners feature a curated French and local wine list.
Maison Grinder is a 15-room boutique hotel in a Griffintown heritage building, blending unique rooms with natural materials and refined hospitality from Andréanne Guillemette, with Makro and Grinder downstairs and a forthcoming 2,000-square-foot rooftop bar and lounge offering panoramic downtown views and shared plates.
Stella Brasserie Italienne opens in Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, expanding beyond pizza to an Italian brasserie with fresh pasta, tartares, grilled meats and artisanal pizzas. Crafted by chef Alessandro Bleve, the Esplanade Tranquille venue on Sainte-Catherine Street seats 120 indoors and 40 on the terrace, a pre or post-show stop.
3 Amigos turns Montreal terraces into tropical getaways across eight locations, where margaritas, shareable fajitas and nachos fuel vibrant group dining, blending authentic Mexican warmth with each neighborhood's personality from downtown to Laval and beyond.
Hidden gem on the Plateau, Cafécito sits on the second floor above Ibéricos on Saint-Denis, a warm Spanish café in Montreal offering quality coffee, tapas and Iberian sandwiches with fast-casual service and a cozy space to work or relax, plus churros and croquetas with wine and Estrella beer.
Montreal's summer pulses with ephemeral spaces and seasonal terraces, from rooftop oases and farmers' markets to pedestrian streets and pop-up eateries, transforming the city from the Lachine Canal to the Plateau into a living outdoor festival of food, culture, and community.
Discover Montreal's best takeout for picnics near city parks, from artisanal sandwiches and cheese boards to bao, bánh mì and onigiri. A curated guide highlights portable, high quality meals that make park outings delicious, social, and easy.
Renoir unveils its summer terrace in partnership with Champagne Pommery at Sofitel Montreal Le Carre Dore, with exclusive Canadian access to Apanage Brut and Apanage 1874. Chef Olivier Perret blends French gastronomy with Quebec ingredients, offering a seasonal menu, Sunday brunch, Oyster & Champagne Tuesdays, and NINI cocktails.
Montreal hosts exclusive Grand Prix F1 events from June 12 to 15, 2025, turning its streets into a glamorous festival with festive brunches, immersive bars, live performances, burlesque, fine dining and VIP after parties across premier venues such as L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel, Bazart and New City Gas. Book early for the ultimate F1 weekend experience.
Discover Montreal's best sangrias, from traditional red and white to rosé and flavoured infusions, served by the glass, pitcher, or mason jar. This guide highlights vibrant venues, seasonal twists, and perfect pairings with tapas, tacos, and Mediterranean bites for a refreshing summer experience.
Discover vibrant Montreal terrace brunch spots from Plateau to Old Montreal, where sunlit patios, generous plates, and lively conversations create memorable weekends. Savor local flavours, mezze, eggs Benedict, crepes, and mimosas under blue skies at diverse cafes and restaurants.
Explore Montreal's terrace season across the city, West Island, Laval, Lanaudiere and the South Shore in 2025, from historic patios in Old Montreal to waterside and rooftop escapes. This guide highlights trusted favorites, standout newcomers, and venues that turn sunny days into memorable, shareable moments.
Terrasse Alizé returns for a second season on the 9th floor of the Humaniti boutique hotel, with an expanded space, a Mediterranean-inspired summer menu by Chef Jean-Sébastien Giguère, signature cocktails, themed evenings, DJ sets and an Alizé-style Afternoon Tea, a true urban oasis in the heart of downtown.
Terrasse R at the Renaissance Montreal Hotel is a rooftop hotspot offering two levels, skyline views, refreshed furnishings, and a tropical vibe for summer in downtown Montreal, with DJ sets, tastings, and seasonal menus from EAST, plus weekday promos, private events, and a heated option that stays open into fall.
Old Montreal's historic streets invite a flavorful daytime dining stroll, from cafés to inventive lunches and brunches. Discover a variety of spots with unique vibes and curated menus, including La Cave a Manger, Café Olimpico, Olive et Gourmando, Mandy's, Crew Collective & Café, and more.