Jean-Talon Market's pedestrian zone runs June 4 to October 11, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, with Les Survenants animating the space for safe gatherings, terraces and local products. Free weekend activities include kids' culinary workshops, fermentation, urban agriculture and watercolor. Registration may be required; The Great Day of Little Entrepreneurs on June 6, 10am-3pm.
FineFineFine Café in Montreal blends Australian-inspired cafe culture with custom craft design. Roasted Australian beans define its identity, while bespoke decor and handmade fixtures create a warm, cohesive space. The menu is simple but deliberate: three potato-bread sandwiches and a pear-arugula-Parmesan salad, with in-house prep.
Montreal Chinatown institution Dobe & Andy opens a new counter at Time Out Market Montréal in the Eaton Centre, bringing Cantonese barbecue to downtown. For four decades the family-run kitchen has served Hong Kong style staples like Char Siu, crispy roast pork belly, lacquered duck, handmade wontons, Mapo Tofu and Hong Kong milk tea, now reaching a wider audience.
Neotokyo Nakagin opens a social izakaya in Mile End at 160 Rue St-Viateur E, offering sashimi, share plates, sake and wine in a bold retro-futuristic setting. Led by Yann Levy, the project blends concrete textures, green leather banquettes and neon with cyberpunk hints, plus a large covered terrace and plans for a konbini market and a hidden speakeasy.
Prezze Mollo in Mile End opens its first summer terrace, inviting a relaxed outdoor vibe. Enjoy easy-drinking wines by the glass and seasonal dishes, crudos, carpaccios, tartares, charcuterie, oysters, fresh pasta, grilled meats, gelati and affogati. Pasta e Vino returns all summer on Tue/Wed with cacio e pepe in a parmesan wheel and wine for $29; no reservations.
Osteria Berto brings a new Italian address to Villeray, led by chef Riccardo Bertolino and sommelier Isabel Bordeleau. Expect generous, refined, and highly convivial cuisine, homemade pasta, shareable plates, beautiful ingredients, and a globally curated wine list, all served in a warm, neighborhood friendly setting.
Montreal stands out for its love of cookies, evident in the bakeries and cafés where innovative textures and flavors compete to delight the palate. Discover iconic spots like Blonde Biscuiterie, Bernice, and Maison Sauvage for treats that turn everyday life into pure sweet pleasure.
La Cave du Parapluie in Montreal is a beloved neighbourhood spot for great food, wine, and a relaxing escape from the day. The family expanded with La Cave next door, and this summer lunch service opens Thursdays and Fridays, offering table d'hote menus, daily specials, wine, beer, a terrace, and no reservations for a lively noon break.
Kitano Shokudo hosts A4, the first collaboration from four Montreal graduates Leo, Felix, Mirko and Philip. On May 16-17, a spring seven-course menu blends local Quebec produce, foraged wild garlic, and global influences, celebrating cooking together; both evenings are sold out.
Les Enfants Terribles at 3 Place Ville Marie in Montreal invites you to the seasonal return of a classic: Gaspésie lobster served with garlic butter, crispy fries and coleslaw. Enjoy terrace lunches or dinners with a city view this spring; limited quantities mean reserve your table soon.
Le Balcon's summer terrace returns May 21 in downtown Montreal, fronting St-James Church on Sainte-Catherine. The outdoor space in the Quartier des spectacles hosts live music all summer, Tuesday to Saturday, with jazz cabaret, soul, Motown, disco, and Latin nights, plus a refreshed tapas menu, creative cocktails, and, from 2026, private events and group reservations.
BOUS opens on May 20 in Montreal's Golden Square Mile, offering refined Persian cuisine told as cultural storytelling. Five Iranian founders fuse tradition with a contemporary touch in a warm, minimalist space inspired by Persian art. Signature dishes include Golden Tahchin, Ghormeh Sabzi with Kamouraska lamb, and Fesenjoon with duck confit; cocktails blend Mediterranean and Persian flavors.
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.
New Quebec-made ready-to-drink beverages arrive for summer. The Pretty Ugly Company and Comont Distillerie launch four margaritas that are 0% alcohol, 0 calories, and 0 sugar, made with rescued limes for an eco-friendly, zero-sugar mocktail alternative. Flavours: Grapefruit, Fresh Mango, Classic Lime, Cucumber & Cactus. Available in Quebec stores including Avril.
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.
Terrasse Alizé opens for summer at the Humaniti complex, daily 12pm to 11pm. In downtown Montreal, the rooftop offers a Mediterranean inspired menu, signature cocktails and a lively music program, with fresh shareable dishes and seasonal beverages, plus evening plates such as beef bavette, Cornish hen and lobster, and themed nights like Nuits d'Arabie and Nuits Latines.
SDC Petite Italie - Marche Jean-Talon kicks off a free 2026 summer calendar that brings the neighbourhood to life with food, music and outdoor gatherings. From the Season Opening BBQ at Parc Dante to Antipasti Thursdays, Take-out Saturdays, drive-in cinema and cinema under the stars, Ital AutoFest and Ferragosto on Dante, Little Italy shines all summer.
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.