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

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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

Review Summary

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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Cabaret de Curiosités

Opens Wednesday at 6 pm

(41)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Creative Fusion Tartare Seafood/Fish

Review Summary

Cabaret de Curiosités is described as a charming and intimate venue with a vintage chic vibe and surprisingly strong sound quality for its size, a warm, welcoming staff, a cozy atmosphere and a decor filled with curiosities. The burlesque shows are a major draw, with beautiful lighting and engaging performances, and the space is considered versatile for private events, parties and live performances. A standout is the cocktail list with signature drinks like the Wicked Queen and the food described as tasty, though some reviews note small portions and relatively high prices. The place is often praised as a hidden gem worth the detour and appreciated for its lively yet intimate ambiance, though there are caveats such as slow service at times, a small bar area that can be noisy, occasional accessibility issues for mobility impaired guests, and some kinks as a newer venue including occasional delays or scheduling hiccups for performances. Overall the impression is of a unique, well decorated spot that delivers atmosphere and shows, encouraging return visits for the experience and entertainment.View restaurant profile