What are the new trending restaurant openings in Montreal for June and July 2025?
Montreal's restaurant industry is experiencing explosive growth, with new restaurants instantly emerging in the Montreal culinary scene. This dynamic creative transforms the metropolis into an essential destination for lovers of trendy culinary discoveries.
Montreal's restaurant landscape constantly evolves thanks to bold entrepreneurs who anticipate trends. Each new concept quickly becomes a conversation topic, generating that social energy so characteristic of Montreal culture.
Each new arrival sparks feverish anticipation on social platforms. Local restaurant owners have developed a real talent for attracting attention by offering innovative ideas that instantly spark interest.
Montreal's trending restaurants cultivate this unique ability to surprise while meeting the expectations of an increasingly demanding and connected clientele. Culinary innovation, Instagrammable design, and impeccable service become the new standards of local excellence.
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The metropolis establishes itself as a laboratory where tradition and modernity naturally merge. These popular Montreal addresses in 2025 don't just feed; they create immersive experiences that mark minds and generate the irresistible urge to share, recommend, and return.
5080 Rue De la Côte-de-Liesse, Montréal, H4P 0E1
Opened on July 24th, 2025.
The effervescence of the new Royalmount complex welcomes this revolutionary address that blends luxury retail and culinary artistry on the third floor of an impressive gallery featuring glass walls and artisanal bricks. Century-old olive trees and cascading fountains create a unique suspended garden atmosphere under a dramatic glass ceiling dotted with sparkling chandeliers. The menu celebrates revisited classics with creations like burrata Di Stefano with grilled peppers, mini lobster rolls enhanced with Kaluga caviar, and that famous seafood tower making waves on social media. Signature cocktails, an exceptional champagne selection, and an international wine list complete this immersive experience that transforms every meal into a truly cosmopolitan escapade redefining Montreal's upscale dining codes.
140 Promenade Du Centropolis, Laval, H7T 2Z6
Opened on July 16th, 2025.
Laval's Centropolis discovers authentic Bayou flavours through this flamboyant address paying homage to Creole culture in all its festive splendour. The exuberant décor blends vibrant Louisiana references with blues sonorities, immediately setting the stage for a generous and spicy experience where every detail evokes New Orleans' soul. The founders meticulously crafted each recipe: seafood jambalaya, perfectly spiced jerk tacos, Cajun seafood spaghetti, frog legs vol-au-vent, and cornmeal waffles accompanying spiced fried chicken. Creative cocktails, particularly Margarita variations, live jazz evenings, and irresistible beignets confirm the ambition of this new address from Jack Flat BBQ's owners. They want to become an essential destination in Montreal's trending restaurant scene this summer.
4115B Rue St-Denis, Montréal, H2W 2M7
Opened on July 8th, 2025.
The Plateau-Mont-Royal welcomes this intimate address that transports diners directly into a cozy Tokyo alley through a subdued traditional izakaya atmosphere blended with French refinement touches. The setting faithfully recreates Tokyo counter atmospheres where people gather to savour comforting dishes with a varied menu navigating between tradition and creativity. The team masters Japanese authenticity. They offer specialties like tonkotsu ramen with pork broth, crispy katsu fried in nama panko, and creative inari sushi, which features salmon and spicy tuna in perfectly seasoned tofu pockets. Their menu also includes creamy vegan ramen with mushrooms. The art of aburi with flame-seared sushi reveals incomparable smoky flavours in this gem dedicated to Land of the Rising Sun flavours among Montreal's restaurant openings.
3019 Rue Masson, Montréal, H1Y 1X7
Opened on July 8th
This relaxed Rosemont drinking spot shares Rose Ross's kitchen while developing its neighbourhood personality. The café-bistro atmosphere invites friends for aperitifs and gourmet dinners, with dishes designed for sharing. The formula favours small seasonal plates, while $1.50 oysters transform Tuesday evenings into weekly gatherings. Cornish hen thighs, tuna carpaccio with Asian notes, grilled vegetables with yogurt and chili crisp, golden cod fritters, and mushroom pâté on sourdough compose a menu that changes with arrivals. "Fresh Idea" cocktails with cucumber-mint perfectly complement wine suggestions, in surprisingly comfortable chairs for extending evenings on the terrace that welcomes beautiful summer nights. A precious addition to Montreal's scene, where Rosemont locals quickly discover their new classics.
24 Rue Bernard O, Montréal, H2T 2V5
Opened on July 7th
Danny Smiles brings gelato expertise from Violon to a former barbershop on Bernard and Clark in Mile-End. The 300-square-foot space blends veined marble and pink-orange panels, creating a Wes Anderson-worthy aesthetic. The chefs develop house-made mixes without industrial pastes, prioritizing seasonal Quebec ingredients. Two rotating soft serve flavours, slush-gelato barbotines, and Sicilian brioches compose an artisanal offering. The Menard Dworkind team designs a symmetrical décor mixing stainless steel and pastel colours. The backyard transformed into a secret garden extends the experience, far from the mass tourism of traditional counters. Open daily from 1 to 10 p.m. until sold out, the spot focuses on quality over quantity, perfect for sharing a cone in the neighbourhood's tranquility.
1071 Rue Saint-Urbain R-12, Montréal, H2Z 1C2
Opened on June 23rd
After two years on Monkland and a memorable anniversary on May 25th marking the end of the NDG era, the move to Chinatown signals a new chapter for this carinderia that democratizes Filipino cuisine. The relaxed mini market atmosphere welcomes regulars and curious newcomers alike, while family-style dishes warm hearts. Steaming bulalo, crispy accras, and yu tiao desserts with cinnamon and homemade jam compose an accessible menu. The team cultivates the sharing spirit typical of carinderia, transforming each meal into a moment of discovery of vibrant archipelago flavours adapted to local tastes. This modern sari-sari store offers an authentic experience where Filipino culinary traditions naturally find their place in the 514.
3882 Rue Ontario E, Montréal, H1W 1S6
Opened on June 13th
Antoine and Mathieu from the Super group transformed the former Blind Pig in Hochelaga into a modern rotisserie with hummingbird touches. Nicolas Marra's menu pairs smoked chicken, tender ribs, and cocktails inspired by bird migration to Guatemala. Each liquid creation tells a story of the journey, from boreal Quebec gin to Central American tropical flavours. The team reimagines classics like the club sandwich without foie gras but full of character, smoked flank steak with chimichurri, and Quebec strawberry shortcake. The retro-modern atmosphere blends caramel leather and vintage lighting, creating a cozy nest where Hochelaga gathers around good food and standout drinks, while the terrace welcomes evenings that stretch late into the night.
1130 Rue Ottawa, Montréal, H3C 1S5
Opened on June 26, 2025
No more travelling to taste authentic Mediterranean cuisine: Griffintown finally welcomes this gem that transforms every meal into an escape. The shrimp arancini causes a sensation with its perfectly mastered crispy texture, already ranked as a favourite. Sunday brunches reveal treasures: this brioche with eggs enriched with extra avocado instantly conquers, while the smoked salmon and goat cheese tartine evokes sunny mornings in the Greek islands. The red berry brioche caramelizes delicately in the mouth. The warm atmosphere transports to those summer terraces bathed in golden light. This authentically Mediterranean hospitality naturally transforms each meal into a true sunny journey to the south.
2 Boulevard du Curé-Labelle Suite 101, Sainte-Thérèse, J7E 2W9
Opened on June 21st, 2025
The "fun dining" experience takes on its full meaning with this new Mediterranean jewel imagined by the Boating Club team. Zébulon Perron designs a remarkable space that instantly transports. Jean-François Vachon, renowned former chef of Montreal's L'Express, now orchestrates refined Mediterranean bistronomic cuisine in Sainte-Thérèse. The authentic parasols instantly create this sought-after 1960s Capri ambiance. This seaside vibe immediately seduces all visitors upon arrival. The dishes reflect exceptional quality thanks to the best selected market products. Christine Boucher Bouvrette meticulously composes a remarkable wine list for all tastes. This former Brasserie T has reemerged with a spectacular flair that's already making waves.
The diversity of these new establishments perfectly illustrates the creativity of Montreal's industry.
Each brings its unique contribution to a constantly evolving landscape. To discover the latest other openings recently inaugurated in the metropolis, our dedicated section lists establishments that daily enrich the local offering.
Novelty enthusiasts can also check our article on upcoming openings to anticipate the next anticipated addresses.
