Best Boutique-Counter Restaurants in Montreal-East (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Avant-Garde Artisans Brasseurs

Opens Today at 11 am

(718)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Pizza Urban Market

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Review Summary

Avant-Garde Artisans Brasseurs presents a vibrant, welcoming microbrewery experience with a broad on-site beer selection and a real wood-fired pizza oven that regularly earns praise for its pizzas. Reviews highlight flavorful mussels and calamars, shareable bites, and the option to take cans home, all set in a lively atmosphere that suits post sport nights, casual outings, and evenings on the terrace. Attentive staff, a friendly, convivial vibe, and consistently strong beer and pizza quality define the overall impression, even as a few notes mention occasional service delays or a noisier room.View restaurant profile

Du Boucher À La Table - Boutique-Counter Restaurants in Montreal-East

Du Boucher À La Table

Opens Today at 11 am

(434)

Anjou-St-Léonard, Montreal-East

Steakhouse Grill Italian Pasta Tartare Mussels

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Review Summary

Du Boucher À La Table offers a consistently impressive meat focused experience with top quality, well cooked steaks and a range of seafood and pasta options that keep the menu interesting, all served by an attentive and friendly team in a warm, convivial setting. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, making it ideal for groups and celebrations, and the bring your own wine policy helps keep costs reasonable for the quality. Reservations are recommended as the restaurant tends to fill up quickly. Guests frequently highlight standout dishes like the tomahawk and rib steak, along with generous starters and reliably good service that makes guests feel at home. A few notes from some visits include occasional noise and tight seating, and some mention of water charges and value considerations, but these do little to dampen the overall positive impression and desire to return. Overall, this is a top pick in town for meat lovers, delivering flavor, hospitality, and a vibrant dining experience that invites repeat visits.View restaurant profile

Pâtisserie Boulangerie Del Sole

Opens Today at 9 am

(9)

RDP-Pointe-aux-Trembles, Montreal-East

Bakery Pastries Desserts & Sweets Pizza Italian

Review Summary

Pâtisserie Boulangerie Del Sole earns praise for friendly, patient and accommodating service and for consistently perfect results when ordering custom cakes or other items. Everything is described as fresh and consistently tasty. The catering service is appreciated for generous portions, fast, stress free delivery, and a cheerful atmosphere. Overall, customers would readily recommend the restaurant to others and would not hesitate to use its services again.View restaurant profile

Grillades Méditerranéennes

Opens Today at 10:30 am

(84)

Anjou-St-Léonard, Montreal-East

Grill Mediterranean Turkish

Review Summary

Reviews highlight Grillades Méditerranéennes as delivering high quality grilled meats at a reasonable price, with generous portions and flavors described as delicious and authentic. Chickens, lamb and beef are praised for being juicy, tender and well seasoned, and the marinades are often singled out for adding depth of flavor. A strong takeaway is the consistently friendly and attentive service, with many noting a calm and welcoming atmosphere that feels like a neighborhood treasure. Takeout is frequently recommended, including the option to call ahead to place orders and save time. The epicerie area with Turkish and Mediterranean products adds convenience and a sense of authenticity to the visit. Overall, the reviews converge on a place with great value, dependable quality, and dishes that invite repeat visits for those who enjoy flavorful grilled meats.View restaurant profile

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Petit Cake MTL

Opens Today at 9 am

(31)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Desserts & Sweets Pastries Bagels Gluten-free Options

Mentioned in: The Most Indulgent Cupcakes in Montreal: Our Recommendations

Review Summary

Reviewers describe Petit Cake MTL as a small warm spot with a strong appeal for keto and sugar-free desserts and a broad on-site selection of cupcakes and other treats. The menu gets high marks for variety and flavors, with favorites like red velvet, carrot, chai, citron bleuet, citron romarin, chocolate framboise, and other inventive creations such as coconut tart in a pot and churros caramel cupcakes. The texture and sweetness are often praised, with many noting moist cakes and well balanced frostings, though a few comments mention a strong sweetness or a baking soda note in some pastries. Service experiences are mixed: some readers report a welcoming, helpful owner who explains the desserts, while others describe a colder, less warm ambiance. For many, the place is worth the visit and even a drive, especially for those seeking sugar-free or gluten-free options, and the overall sentiment is that Petit Cake MTL offers delicious, visually appealing bites and a compelling keto friendly option in the neighborhood.View restaurant profile

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Boustan

Open until 3 am

(346)

Villeray-Saint-Michel, Montreal-East

Lebanese Mediterranean Middle Eastern Vegetarian Kebab Rice Bowl

Mentioned in: Shawarma in Montreal: Our Must-Try Spots

Review Summary

Boustan is widely praised for fresh, flavorful food with authentic spices and generous portions, along with tasty sides and sauces that complement the meals. The service is frequently described as quick, friendly, and attentive, and the atmosphere is often described as clean and welcoming with a good vibe. Several reviews mention loyalty rewards, weekly specials, and late hours as added value. While the majority of experiences are positive, a few diners report issues such as cold pita, service lapses, or mix ups, and some locations receive mixed feedback, but improvements under new ownership and overall consistency keep most patrons returning and recommending Boustan.View restaurant profile

Boucherie Édouard et Léo

Opens Today at 12 pm

(5)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Grill Comfort Food

La Dent Sucrée

(3)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Montreal-East

Desserts & Sweets Pastries

Review Summary

La Dent Sucrée's biscuits are described as crunchy and bursting with color, a joyful bite that brightens the moment; they are loved for their beauty and delicious taste, and every occasion is seen as a reason to buy more.View restaurant profile

Restaurant Peskerô

Open until 3 am

(418)

Anjou-St-Léonard, Montreal-East

Seafood/Fish Grill Halal Burgers Sandwiches Comfort Food

Review Summary

Peskerô offers a broad menu with a wide variety of plates and combos, giving plenty of choice for all tastes and generous portions that many reviewers see as good value. The atmosphere is generally praised as spacious, calm, clean and modern, making meals enjoyable and suitable for families and evening dining. Service is frequently described as attentive, friendly, and professional, with efficient timing, though a few reviews note slower moments or less satisfactory service. The food is consistently praised for freshness and flavor, especially seafood and fried dishes, with the portions being generous and meals satisfying. Some feedback mentions improvements or declines after renovations, with certain items like rice and soup not always meeting expectations and a few guests feeling prices are high. Overall Peskerô is seen as a reliable, family friendly spot with strong food, welcoming staff, and a clear tendency to make guests want to return.View restaurant profile

Qwelli - L'art du gelato

Opens Today at 10 am

(29)

Anjou-St-Léonard, Montreal-East

Ice Cream Desserts & Sweets

Review Summary

Overall, Qwelli - L'art du gelato receives praise for the orange sorbet and a wide range of flavors, but several reviews note understaffing and occasional delays, especially at the cafe area where only two workers handle both sections, including at the Galeries d'Anjou location. The gelatos are described as impressive, with grapefruit sorbet a standout, though the pistachio gelato is perceived as too sweet and the pistachio flavor not very noticeable. Cleanliness is mixed, with some tables not clean. Servers are friendly, and some reviewers would return for sorbet but avoid the gelato, reflecting personal preferences rather than a uniform verdict.View restaurant profile

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Osmow's Shawarma

Opens Today at 11 am

(268)

Anjou-St-Léonard, Montreal-East

Sandwiches Lebanese Middle Eastern Salads Vegetarian Gluten-free Options

Mentioned in: Shawarma in Montreal: Our Must-Try Spots

Review Summary

Overall, Osmow's Shawarma receives praise for flavorful, well-marinated meats, generous portions, and fresh ingredients, with many noting fast, friendly service and a clean, welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the food is delicious and the portions are substantial, and several say the dine-in experience is pleasant and the staff attentive. The place is described as a reliable favorite with some calling it one of the best shawarmas in town and a good value for the price. Occasional drawbacks appear, such as moments of slower service when busy or being short-staffed, and in a few cases dishes being too spicy for some diners. There is also interest in more zero sugar beverage options. Overall, the sentiment is consistently positive, emphasizing quality meat, balanced sauces, and hospitable, efficient service that keeps customers coming back.View restaurant profile