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.
Montreal's group dining scene is ready for any celebration, with private rooms that preserve atmosphere and great food. From Bar Pamplemousse to Ferreira Cafe and Bar George, venues host 12 to 180 guests with tapas, seafood, paellas, and multi-course menus for birthdays, engagements, and weddings.
Montreal comes alive near the Bell Centre on show nights, with slower traffic, buzzing patios, and a ritual of choosing where to eat. This guide highlights restaurants within walking distance that pair with the event, from on-site options like Mythik and La Cage to nearby spots offering casual bites, refined dining, or shared plates.
General Tao chicken delivers deep fried, crunchy bites glazed in a glossy sweet-tangy sauce, a Montreal favorite with many twists. From classic Cantonese spots to plant-based tofu versions, Montreal's General Tao scene offers original takes and bold spins for every palate.
Montreal's cafe-buvette scene blends morning coffee with evening apéro, letting you work, lunch, and linger as lights soften. These hybrid spaces invite a fluid, spontaneous rhythm where moments blur from day to night, with cafes transforming into buvettes offering shared plates, natural wines, and warm, unpretentious service.
Cafe Milano opens its newest location in Brossard on April 9, 2026, expanding a Montreal culinary staple since 1971 to the South Shore. Expect authentic Italian espresso, the Milano Special steak sandwiches, and fresh cannoli and pastries in a warm, welcoming Little Italy atmosphere for coffee, bites, or a game night.
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.
Located at the Quai de l’Horloge, Plural is one of Canada’s largest contemporary art fairs, celebrating current artistic practices. Here’s a selection of spots to grab lunch in the Old Port before or after your visit to the exhibition.
Montreal's all-you-can-eat scene spans classic buffets and unlimited menus served at table, from sushi to hot pot, grills to curries, with vegetarian options. Open kitchens and lively atmospheres echo the variety, inviting guests to eat at their own pace and discover new favorites.
Montreal's dessert scene crowns pistachio as the star of 2025 and 2026, moving from a supporting note to the main attraction with creamy pistachio desserts, knafeh textures and ultra viral chocolate creations. Explore the most viral pistachio desserts in the city and where to taste them.
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.
Pizza is a universal pleasure in Montreal, perfect for any moment. This guide highlights the city's best pies, from Neapolitan and sourdough crusts to New York style slices, across neighborhoods with craft, flavor, and inviting atmospheres. Discover your next favorite slice.
Starting April 1st, Le Moliere Brasserie Francaise brings its Cornouaille chicken to your home via Uber Eats for takeout or delivery. Brined three days and roasted two hours, it yields tender meat with crispy skin and rich flavor. Available Tue-Sun in half ($30) or whole ($40) with porcini sauce and fries; limited quantities in insulated, branded boxes.
With Easter near, Montreal keeps the Italian colomba tradition alive: a delicate dove-shaped brioche that heralds spring and togetherness. Find classic and inventive colombas at Viva Panettone, La Baia dei Formaggi, and La Fruiterie Milano across the city.
Montreal turns Tuesdays into foodie nights, with spots like Knuckles Cantine & Vins offering all-you-can-eat cacio e pepe for 20$, Prezzemollo serving pasta e vino in a parmesan wheel for 29$, Verdun Beach's three-course sharing menu for 35$ per person, and other tasty midweek deals.
Montreal's pasta scene blends Italian tradition with modern flair, offering handmade pastas from cozy trattorias to chic eateries, crafted with local ingredients and classic techniques, with dishes like tagliatelle bolognese, gnocchi cacio e pepe, and inventive twists.