Best Brunch Restaurants in Montreal (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Restaurant Palki - Brunch Restaurants in Montreal

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Restaurant Palki

Located in the heart of Old Montreal, Palki offers authentic, rich flavors of Indian cuisine.

Open until 11 pm

(143)

Old Montreal

Indian Vegetarian Grill Halal

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Restaurant Palki is widely appreciated for its flavorful authentic Indian cuisine, with standout dishes such as butter chicken, lamb and tandoori specialties, and a good variety of vegetarian options, all served in a clean, stylish setting with warm Indian decor. The dining experience is enhanced by attentive, friendly service and thoughtful touches from the staff, creating a comfortable atmosphere that suits casual meals, family outings and romantic dinners. Visitors appreciate good value, generous portions, balanced spices and a consistently inviting vibe in the Old Montreal location, and many say they would return and gladly recommend Restaurant Palki to others.View restaurant profile

Vertigo - Brunch Restaurants in Montreal

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Vertigo

Enjoy food and drinks 🍸

Opens Tomorrow at 6:30 am

(67)

Trois-Rivières

Tartare Burgers Grill Bistro Poke Bowl Salads

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Vertigo delivers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere with stylish decor, solid food and attentive staff that make guests feel at home. The menu is varied and well presented, with dishes praised for flavor and satisfying portions, and the drink program earns compliments for cocktails and wine selections. Service is consistently friendly and professional, contributing to a warm, festive mood that suits groups and celebrations, while the ambiance and value add up to a memorable night out. Overall, Vertigo stands out as a popular choice in town for a lively evening with friends or a special occasion.View restaurant profile

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Mama C Café - Brunch Restaurants in Montreal

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Mama C Café

Located inside the Nelligan Hotel, right next to Mama C Restaurant, our Café reflects the same Mediterranean warmth and attention to detail.

Opens Tomorrow at 7:30 am

(127)

Old Montreal

Café Breakfast Pastries Sandwiches Salads Juice Bar & Smoothies

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Mama C Café is described as a beautiful, welcoming spot in the Old Port where the interior is stylish and the atmosphere calm and inviting, making it easy to relax, work, or catch up with friends. The food and coffee are consistently praised for quality and flavor, and the service is repeatedly noted as attentive, friendly, and efficient, creating a memorable experience. Guests highlight good value for the quality, a simple, appealing menu, and a space that remains charming even when busy. A few notes include small portions relative to price at times, but the overall vibe, decor, and hospitality inspire frequent returns.View restaurant profile

Restaurant Benjamin - Brunch Restaurants in Montreal

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Restaurant Benjamin

French-style restaurant in the heart of downtown Montreal

Opens Tomorrow at 11:30 am

(137)

Downtown

Steakhouse French Bistro Grill Seafood/Fish

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Restaurant Benjamin presents a warm, refined French steakhouse atmosphere with attentive, professional service and consistently excellent food. The menu features flavorful steaks, creative cocktails, and a thoughtful wine list that together create memorable experiences for celebrations and business dinners, though a few reviews mention price and occasional pacing or service quirks.View restaurant profile

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Le Joker Pub Ludique - Brunch Restaurants in Montreal

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Le Joker Pub Ludique

Drink | Eat | Play

Opens Tomorrow at 5 pm

(84)

Verdun

Pub Food Vegetarian Comfort Food Poke Bowl Burgers Grilled Cheese

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Le Joker Pub Ludique offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with a wide selection of board games and knowledgeable staff who explain the rules and tailor recommendations for every group, from casual game nights to parties. The menu features solid vegetarian and vegan options, tasty drinks, and treats like waffles, all paired with a friendly, energetic vibe that keeps players engaged late into the evening. Guests consistently praise attentive service, a calm space even when busy, and a strong sense of community that makes it easy to discover new games and return for another night of fun.View restaurant profile

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I AM PHO

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Vaudreuil-Dorion

Vietnamese Soups Asian

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El Cafécito de Ibéricos

Opens Tomorrow at 10 am

(6)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Café Spanish

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El Cafécito de Ibéricos offers a charming cafe vibe with warm decor and plenty of plants, and its location on Rue Saint Denis near the Mont Royal metro is convenient; guests praise the tortilla española, the delicious and reasonably priced food, and the welcoming, efficient staff. The space is described as beautiful with a great atmosphere, and private event use is seen as warm and well suited. Overall, visitors express a strong desire to return, with plans to revisit and enjoy another dining experience at this venue.View restaurant profile

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Chez Nouilles

Open until 11 pm

(82)

Shaughnessy Village, Downtown

Chinese Soups

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Overall, reviews describe generous portions and good value at Chez Nouilles, with some noting the broth could be richer or a bit more flavorful and a few dishes having less sauce or meat than expected. The noodles are repeatedly praised for being handmade, chewy, and authentic, and the Lanzhou style options are highlighted as a standout. Service is described as friendly, attentive, and welcoming, with a clean, comfortable atmosphere that feels warm and inviting. While there are occasional critiques about meat in the bowls or variations in sauce, the consensus is that the food is tasty, fresh, and consistently satisfying, making many patrons eager to return.View restaurant profile

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Cafe Gentile

Opens Tomorrow at 7 am

(225)

Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Italian Pizza Breakfast Pasta Café Grill

Mentioned in: The 15 Best Salads in Montreal for a Balanced Diet

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Overall, reviews describe Cafe Gentile as a place with warm ambience, attentive and friendly service, and high quality Italian cooking across locations and meals from brunch to dinner. The menu is praised for fresh ingredients, flavorful pastas, pizzas, seafood, and comforting desserts, with many noting generous portions and thoughtful presentation. The coffee program and cocktails receive strong appreciation, and the atmosphere is frequently described as lively yet welcoming, making it suitable for family meals, date nights, or catching up with friends. While some visits mention a busy or noisy environment and at times variable pacing or value, most reviewers feel the experience remains appealing and worth returning for, often highlighting the consistency and hospitality as standout features. The West Island and DDO locations are both cited as positive additions, delivering the same level of care, a modern yet warm design, and reliable service, with many commenters looking forward to trying more dishes and returning for dinner or weekend brunch.View restaurant profile

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Le Passé Composé

Gourmet French brunch restaurant located in Le Plateau

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Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End

Breakfast French Bistro Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Café

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Loünja Café

Opens Tomorrow at 9 am

(13)

RDP-Pointe-aux-Trembles

Café Pastries Sandwiches Soups

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At Lönja Café, reviewers describe a warm, calm, and well lit space with friendly service and a cozy, welcoming vibe. Coffee and hot chocolate are repeatedly praised, including a matcha standout, a crème brûlée latte, and the best hot chocolate ever, along with favorites like a smoked salmon bagel and a chocolate chip biscuit. The atmosphere is noted for its singular character in the neighborhood and the clean, inviting setting that makes the place feel comfortable. Some notes mention quick service and strong recommendations for the bagel, the smoked salmon bagel, and other treats, with one mention that an affogato was not available due to a broken ice cream machine. Overall, the cafe comes across as a reliable spot for good beverages, tasty pastries, and a soothing, cozy experience.View restaurant profile

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Eggstatic

Opens Tomorrow at 7:30 am

(182)

Griffintown

Breakfast Crêpes

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Eggstatic is widely praised as a halal friendly brunch spot with generous portions, a stylish photo ready space, and a diverse menu that covers items like shakshuka, eggs Benedict with halloumi, manakeesh, fried halloumi sticks and pistachio cheesecake along with flavorful drinks; reviews note a friendly and attentive staff and good service, although some visits experience slower service, long waits during peak times, and occasional mix ups or dishes arriving at the wrong temperature; while a few diners find the winter menu pricier or less consistent, the overall sense is that the food is flavorful and fresh, the ambiance is appealing, and the restaurant is worth returning to for a variety of occasions, from casual brunch to suhoor with friends.View restaurant profile

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Luna Restaurant

Open until 1 am

(62)

Saint-Hubert, Longueuil

Middle Eastern Grill Salads

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Luna Restaurant gets praise for a warm, lively atmosphere with friendly staff and tasty food, with many noting great ambiance, value and enjoyable nights with live music or comedy. Service is generally good but slowdowns can happen on busy nights or during large crowds, and a few reviews mention miscommunications or pricing issues. Overall the reviews point to a welcoming spot for friends or family with solid cuisine, good drinks and memorable evenings, though a small portion notes pricing or service inconsistencies.View restaurant profile

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Pampa Social Club

Opens Tomorrow at 8 am

(14)

Mile-End, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Sandwiches Café Tapas

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Pampa Social Club is described as a welcoming space with warm retro chic decor, a great selection of coffee from different countries, and tasty empanadas and pampitas made with fresh ingredients. The atmosphere is cozy for coworking or hanging out with friends, and the overall value is praised with good portion sizes. The food is homemade and flavorful, with the club sandwich highlighted as a standout. The place is versatile for work or socializing, and the experience feels pleasant enough to invite return visits with friends.View restaurant profile

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Pizzologie

Open until Midnight

(59)

Chinatown

Italian Pizza Pasta Burgers

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Overall, Pizzologie receives strong praise for flavorful pizzas with a dough that is crisp yet chewy and toppings that feel fresh and well balanced, with several reviews highlighting standout options like pepperoni and margarita and noting that the crust is perfectly developed; the service is described as fast and friendly in a welcoming, casual setting, with late night hours frequently mentioned as a plus and some diners saying it’s their favorite pizza in the area. A few comments point out that portions can be small for the price and that wait times can be longer than expected, especially when busy, but most experiences emphasize solid value, great atmosphere, and a reliable, enjoyable pie that invites a return visit.View restaurant profile

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Spuntino

Opens Tomorrow at 11 am

(32)

Westmount

Café Italian Pasta Sandwiches Salads

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Spuntino delivers a warm, casual Italian dining experience with a stylish vibe and a welcoming atmosphere; the service is generally friendly and attentive and the staff explain the menu clearly, while the food receives mixed opinions with several dishes praised for flavor and execution such as eggplant parmesan, mushroom pasta, pizzas with mortadella and burrata, and pistachio tiramisu, and others feeling portions are small for the price or that some plates lack sparkle; the venue is considered a good spot for families and casual outings, and the decor and lighting are frequently highlighted as a plus, with busy nights sometimes bringing longer wait times, yet the overall quality and ambience keep bringing guests back.View restaurant profile

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Brocard

Taste Syria’s finest!

Opens Tomorrow at 5 pm

(184)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Syrian Middle Eastern Grill Mediterranean

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Reviews highlight Brocard as a standout for authentic Syrian and Middle Eastern flavors, generous portions, and warm, attentive service in a cozy, open kitchen setting with a stylish retro vibe. Dishes frequently praised include fatet mozat, fattoush, yalanji, hummus, kebab, shish tawook, muhammara, and batersh, with many noting the tasting menu and wine pairing as good value and the desserts as a highlight. The atmosphere is described as inviting and intimate, suitable for both date nights and gatherings, with friendly staff and a welcoming ambiance that makes guests feel at home. Across visits, the food is repeatedly described as flavorful, well balanced, and lovingly prepared, earning high recommendations and plans to return, and comments that it stands among the best Syrian Montreal dining experiences at reasonable prices; occasional notes about portion sizes on some ordering apps are mentioned but do not detract from overall excellence.View restaurant profile

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Bar Luz

Open until 10:30 pm

(26)

Outremont

Mexican Tacos Seafood/Fish Grill

Mentioned in: Our Outremont Food Guide: Where to Eat, Drink, and Grab a Sweet Treat

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Bar Luz delivers an exceptional Mexican dining experience rooted in traditional methods and fresh ingredients, with corn and peppers imported and tortillas rolled and cooked to order, creating dishes that are flavorful, balanced and bold. Standout plates include the scallop tostada and cochinita pibil tacos, while the guajillo shrimp, pork carnitas, and tacos dorado baja style arrive juicy and satisfying, complemented by a creamy, smoky sweet potato salad. Drinks such as mezcalitas and palomas pair perfectly with the menu, and the overall atmosphere is relaxed and intimate. Service is warm and attentive, with staff and the team clearly passionate about the food and the story behind the restaurant. The experience is described as one of the best Mexican bar restaurant experiences with great decor, vibe and presentation, and guests look forward to returning.View restaurant profile

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Antipode

Opens Tomorrow at 9 am

(189)

Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, Little-Italy

Café Breakfast Tapas Tartare Sandwiches Pastries

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Antipode offers a lively brunch scene with generous portions, beautiful presentation, and a menu that blends savory and sweet favorites like eggs Benedict, croque tartiflette, and shakshuka, plus standout pastries and a range of visually striking lattes and cocktails; the atmosphere is warm, cozy, and plant rich, making it easy to feel at home whether with friends or family; service is often described as friendly and attentive, with reservations recommended to avoid lines, though crowding can slow things down and long waits are sometimes noted during peak times; the kitchen is praised for flavorful, well balanced dishes and impressive desserts such as pistachio cheesecake and the iconic pain perdu, while a few critiques mention excessive salt or dishes that lean toward style over nuance and a few comments about music or pace not to everyone's taste; overall, Antipode is regarded as a top Montreal brunch spot with a vibrant, Instagrammable ambiance and dependable food and drinks that make many guests eager to return.View restaurant profile

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Cafe Milano

Casual establishment offering classic Italian sandwiches, coffee and pastries.

Open until 1 am

Brossard

Sandwiches Salads Pastries Café Italian

Mentioned in: Your Guide to Montreal's Must-Try Sandwiches

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Bāgā

(88)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Burgers Comfort Food

Mentioned in: Best New Restaurants in Montreal (April 2026)

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Reviews for Baga highlight fresh local ingredients and well executed smash burgers, with a menu that includes chicken, beef and veggie options and even gluten free buns, delivering solid flavor and good value; fries and house sauces are praised for quality, and the casual modern interior and friendly staff are often cited as positives. Some comments point to seating that feels low and a little awkward for families or groups, and a few burgers were noted as overly salty or not perfectly balanced, but overall the experience is described as memorable with standout fries and a desire to return to try more items.View restaurant profile

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Causette

Opens Tomorrow at 8 am

(84)

Val-David

Buvette Vegetarian Market

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Causette comes across as a warm, welcoming brunch and cafe spot with a cozy chalet vibe and an artistic, family friendly atmosphere. Guests praise generous portions, creative and varied menus with vegetarian and vegan options, fresh ingredients, and solid value for money, along with excellent coffee and standout brioche. The setting features a charming terrace and distinctive decor that makes it feel like a mini vacation spot. The staff are described as friendly and attentive, and service is often fast and efficient, though a few reviews note slower service or occasional dips in quality on busy days. Overall, it is a beloved choice for brunch, breakfast, and casual meals where guests appreciate reliable quality and a warm, convivial experience.View restaurant profile