Best Bistros in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Bagatelle Bistro

Opens Today at 9 am

(4861)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Bistro Market French Tartare

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Bagatelle Bistro is described as a warm, convivial neighborhood spot where the food is consistently flavorful and well executed, with standout dishes like octopus, bavette de veau, filet mignon, and morue, and desserts that frequently delight. The service is repeatedly praised as attentive and professional, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to linger, while the BYOB option and the table d'hote offer strong value for money despite notes about price increases. The ambiance, a cozy bistro vibe with a lively but comfortable dining room and a pleasant terrace in good weather, is a major plus, though some reviews mention the space can be a bit loud when busy. All in all, Bagatelle Bistro comes across as a reliable choice for a quality French bistro experience with generous portions, good presentation, and consistently good service.View restaurant profile

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État-Major

Opens Tuesday at 5 pm

(1732)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Bistro French Market Regional Tartare

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État-Major offers a lively yet refined dining scene with a varied menu that changes seasonally, and guests highlight standout dishes such as scallops, oysters, foie gras, tuna, duck breast, guinea fowl, beef tartare, and beef macreuse, plus desserts like warm beignets with ice cream and crème brûlée. The service is described as impeccable, attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere as vibrant and convivial, making it easy to linger over wine and conversation. The bring your own wine option is frequently praised for making the experience more accessible while preserving the focus on flavor and presentation. Overall, the kitchen consistently delivers high quality and inventive flavor combinations, inviting repeat visits to explore seasonal items and new preparations.View restaurant profile

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Bistro Le Cerf-Volant

Bring your own wine bistro serving French-inspired market cuisine!

Opens Today at 5:30 pm

(525)

Tétreaultville-Mercier-Est, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Bistro Market Creative Vegetarian French Tartare

Mentioned in: The Best Bring Your Own Wine Restaurants in Montreal

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Diners describe Bistro Le Cerf-Volant as a cozy, stylish spot where a rotating menu delivers inventive, beautifully executed dishes and generous portions. The service is consistently attentive and friendly, and the option to bring your own wine adds value to the overall experience. Standout items frequently mentioned include pierogies, bavette, magret de canard, octopus, and the dragon vert dessert, with desserts like mille-feuille also praised. Overall, the ambiance, the attentive staff, and the high quality of food make it a welcome fixture for occasions or casual evenings, earning it strong repeat visits.View restaurant profile

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Les Canailles

Opens Today at 5:30 pm

(1212)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Bistro French Tartare

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Les Canailles is described as a lively BYOB bistro with a warm, unpretentious vibe and consistently friendly, attentive service that makes guests feel welcome from start to finish. The kitchen earns praise for freshness, flavor and presentation, with standouts like oysters, foie gras profiteroles, beef tartare, scallops with chorizo and duck or cod with truffle. Value is generally seen as good, with generous portions and the BYOB policy highly appreciated, while the atmosphere remains cozy yet lively and staff are noted as helpful and professional, especially for groups or special occasions. The ambiance can be noisy and a bit chaotic at times, which some diners enjoy as part of the energy, but others find it distracting. A few dishes are mentioned as too salty or uneven in execution, yet overall the reviews converge on great food, solid service and a willingness to return for another festive evening or a simple night out with friends.View restaurant profile

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Café-Resto Le Pesto

May be temporarily closed

(40)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Bistro Burgers Pasta Salads Grill

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Reviews describe Café-Resto Le Pesto as a warm, welcoming spot with a tasteful yet relaxed atmosphere that suits a family meal, a night out with friends, or a casual business lunch. The cuisine is praised for fresh ingredients, well balanced flavors, generous portions, and visually appealing presentation, with notes on the chef's creativity and homemade touches. Attentive, friendly, and professional service is consistently highlighted, along with thoughtful recommendations and a sense of being cared for from start to finish. Value for money comes up repeatedly, with reasonable prices and dishes such as excellent steaks and reliable cafe options; takeout experiences are described as hot and delicious. The ambiance and decor are often described as a hidden gem in the neighborhood, and the overall experience inspires return visits.View restaurant profile

Boswell Brasserie Artisanale

Opens Today at 11:30 am

(253)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Bistro Fusion Burgers Tartare

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Overall, Boswell Brasserie Artisanale earns consistent praise for its strong craft beer list, friendly staff, and a welcoming, casual vibe that suits families and groups alike. The menu is described as reliable and flavorful, with burgers, tartares, fries, and vegetarian options frequently highlighted, and standout dishes such as beetroot risotto and fried cheese curds mentioned by several guests, even as a few plates arrive cold on rare occasions. The ambiance combines good decor, music at comfortable levels, and a convivial atmosphere, sometimes enhanced by a projector for Canadiens games and occasional trivia nights on Sundays. Service is usually fast and attentive, with many noting professional, helpful staff, though a small number of experiences mention slower service or an interaction with a disagreeable server. Beers and cocktails attract most attention, while prices are considered fair for the quality by many, making this a dependable spot for tasting sessions, casual dinners, or meetups with friends.View restaurant profile