Montreal hotel bars offer central spots for after work, dates, and bar crawls, blending global influences with chic lounges and lively terraces. From Marcus and Hiba to Bar Nacarat and Terrace Nelligan, these venues pair craft cocktails with elegant settings across the city's top hotels.
Discover Montreal restaurants open on December 24 and 25 for Christmas, offering festive menus and a la carte options, from Motel Ontario and Kyo Bar Japonais to Marcus, Cafe Holt Ogilvy, Bivouac and Mama C, perfect for gatherings, gifts, or a relaxing holiday feast.
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.
Montreal's must-try yule logs blend tradition with innovation across the city's bakeries, where classic chocolate and vanilla sit beside bold textures and inventive flavours, turning holiday desserts into memorable centerpieces for festive gatherings.
La Table Ronde awards four $10,000 grants to Quebec women restaurateurs, closing the first Women Leadership Accelerator cohort. Recipients include Véronique Rivest, Renée Deschenes-O'Hagan, Isabelle Dupuis and Noémie Ducharme. The program provides coaching, workshops and media visibility, with a second cohort planned for winter 2026.
Montreal's holiday season centers on panettone and pandoro, classics from Verona and Milan reimagined by local bakers. A curated scene spans Little Italy to Mile End, with traditional textures and bold twists from La Cornetteria, Viva Panettone, Arte & Farina, Cafe Olimpico, and more.
Explore Montreal's Peruvian gastronomy, where authentic ceviche, lomo saltado, and Nikkei fusions blend indigenous, European, African and Asian influences. Savor pisco sours and vibrant, sharing plates at top spots 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.
Discover Montreal's best festive drinks this season, from indulgent hot chocolates and gingerbread lattes to peppermint mochas and inventive seasonal sips across Mile End, the Plateau, Old Port, and downtown. Cozy cafes and festive high teas warm the holidays.
Montreal's buvettes and wine bars foster sharing and good times across neighborhoods, from Buvette Chez Simone and June Buvette to Bar Henrietta and Annette Bar a Vin, with seasonal small plates, thoughtfully curated wine lists, and a welcoming vibe for any occasion on the North Shore and South Shore.
Montreal en Lumiere 2026 explores A Taste of History: 65 Years of Montreal Gastronomy at the McCord Stewart Museum, pairing nostalgic dishes with today's chefs across 80 restaurants, MICHELIN mentions, and North America's 50 Best list; Indigenous feasts and tastings with Maira Yeo await; book now for a star-studded culinary journey.
Explore Montreal's best outdoor restaurants and bars this winter, featuring heated domes, cozy terraces, and festive menus from Les Refuges du Bivouac, William Gray, L'Orangerie, Maison Pépin, Terrasse Belvu, L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel, Bateau-Mouche, Leméac, Maison Boulud, and Jatoba.
Discover Montreal's magic with the best Christmas pop ups this season, from twinkling speakeasies and cozy cafes to open-air rooftop chalets and festive brunches. Enjoy holiday cocktails, Caribbean-inspired bites, and gourmet comfort foods as the city lights up for winter wonder.
Griffintown and Little Burgundy form a dynamic Montreal dining corridor where heritage meets a new wave of cuisine, from cafés and bakeries to bold bistros, natural wines, and craft bars, with standout spots like Candide, Foxy, Heni & Badin, Pizzéria Elena, Joe Beef, Liverpool House, Vin Papillon, Mano Cornuto, and Lulu Épicerie.
Montreal's donut scene is in a delicious renaissance, with artisanal, inventive flavors turning this pastry into an experience at leading spots like Beigne Habitude, Bernie Beigne, La Beignerie, Léché Desserts and Didi's Beignets, from classic glazed to daring, vegan and seasonal creations.
Café Magnolia's Enchanted Table delivers a festive gourmet journey this holiday with foie gras torchon on baguette with fig jam, tartiflette, smoked salmon with dill, and cheese and charcuterie boards, Toblerone fondue, sparkling and hot cocktails, mocktails, a Christmas Iced Latte, and year-round brunch 9 am to 2 pm.
Montreal's Christmas markets light up the season with festive lights, handmade gifts, and live performances from the Great Christmas Market to artisan fairs and public market events, featuring vegan options, eco-friendly gifts, and family fun across the city from late November to December.
Outremont, a refined Montreal neighborhood at the base of Mount Royal, blends leafy parks with a buzzing food scene of cafes, bakeries, and restaurants. The guide highlights must-visit spots for coffee, pastries, brunch, and fine dining, from casual bistros to rooftop bars, making wandering its streets a delicious adventure.
Le Fou Fou welcomes three new vendors this month: Mersea, Sacré Bao and Ciccio's. Mersea offers refined seafood from chef Claude Pelletier, with oysters, mussels and a truffle-topped tartare, plus 5 à 7 specials from November 27 including $1 oysters and $18 wine flights. Sacré Bao serves authentic Asian street food by Hanhak Kim, with fluffy bao buns and banh mi, while Ciccio's begins serving on November 18.
Explore Montreal's best pupusas, El Salvador's national dish, with hand-made corn or rice flour pockets, curtido, and salsa roja. From Pupuseria Dona Maria to El Chalateco and La Carreta, savor cheese, pork, loroco, and innovative fillings in authentic Salvadoran cuisine.