Best Family / Kid-friendly Restaurants in Mile-Ex (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Umami Ramen & Izakaya - Family / Kid-friendly Restaurants in Mile-Ex

Umami Ramen & Izakaya

Laid-back restaurant offering traditional noodle dishes & soups, plus dumplings & desserts.

Opens Today at 9:30 am

(1540)

Mile-Ex, Little-Italy

Vegan Options Ramen Japanese Fusion Asian Soups

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Review Summary

Umami Ramen & Izakaya offers a vibrant vegan friendly menu with house made ramen, gyoza, agedashi tofu, and inventive dishes that celebrate bold flavors and refined presentation. Broths are deeply umami, noodles have a satisfying bite, and each dish shows thoughtful balance. Cocktails are creative and the sake and wine list enhances the dining experience. The service is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about ingredients and allergies. The atmosphere blends warmth with modern design and a charming terrace for pleasant evenings. Reservations are helpful given the limited seating, and while the room can feel bustling and sometimes a touch loud, the overall experience remains consistently enjoyable. Many guests leave eager to return, praising the food variety and the welcoming staff.View restaurant profile

Bistro Ona - Family / Kid-friendly Restaurants in Mile-Ex

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Bistro Ona

Savour exquisite Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients in Little Italy.

Opens Today at 11:30 am

(32)

Little-Italy, Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie

Thai Asian Soups Salads Vegetarian Vegan Options

Review Summary

Bistro Ona draws praise for an elegant yet welcoming interior and a professional, attentive team that pays close attention to every detail. Dishes are presented with real elegance and offer authentic Thai flavors that feel vibrant, balanced and full of character, while the cocktails are clearly crafted with care. The place is described as a great addition to the Boulevard Saint Laurent dining scene and definitely worth a visit. The welcome is warm, service efficient, and dishes flavorful and fresh, prepared with care, with a varied spread of Thai classics featuring sauces and ingredient combinations that wow. It’s a spot ideal for enjoying time with friends or family without spending a fortune, a quality that stands out in the area. Overall, Bistro Ona comes across as a strong option to try.View restaurant profile

Brocca

Opens Tomorrow at 8 am

(34)

Mile-Ex

Italian Pizza Pasta Café Breakfast

Review Summary

Overall, reviews paint Brocca as a popular local spot for fresh Italian fare with a wide range of options, including pasta, pizzas, paninis, wraps, salads, and breakfast items, all made with fresh ingredients. Generous portions and reasonable prices for the quality come up frequently, and the menu is described as varied with many repeat favorites like lasagna and all dressed pizzas. The atmosphere is friendly and casual, and service is often praised as fast and attentive, with takeout a common option for lunch crowds. Some notes mention occasional blandness or lack of sauce in certain items, and a few reviews say prices do not always match taste, with quality or portion size fluctuating over time. Taken together, Brocca emerges as a dependable neighborhood choice for satisfying, hearty Italian meals, especially for lunch, while consistency across dishes may vary.View restaurant profile

Central Sweets & Food-Hub

Opens Today at 11 am

(141)

Parc-Extension, Mile-Ex

Indian Desserts & Sweets Halal

Review Summary

Central Sweets & Food-Hub is described as offering authentic Indian street food and sweets, with chaat items like sev puri and bhalla chaat and panipuri praised for flavor and authenticity and falooda noted as a must-try. Staff are repeatedly described as welcoming and respectful and the space as clean, contributing to a family-friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Pav bhaji draws mixed reactions, with some calling it oily or stale and others saying it can still be worth trying if pav bhaji is not the main draw. Other dishes receive praise, including dahi puri, samosas, and falooda, and several reviewers mention strong sweets and a standout spring roll and occasionally weekend biryani availability. Overall, the reviews highlight a wide variety of flavors, authentic taste, good service, and a generally positive impression that makes Central Sweets & Food-Hub worth visiting.View restaurant profile

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Le Piment Rouge

Opens Today at 11:30 am

(149)

Parc-Extension, Mile-Ex

Chinese Szechuan Asian Salads Soups Seafood/Fish

Review Summary

Reviews describe Le Piment Rouge as a stylish, high end Chinese restaurant in Montreal with a strong focus on authentic Sichuan flavors and inventive twists, offering generous portions and a warm, professional service in a refined setting. The menu earns praise for crispy shrimp balls, Szechuan style dishes, and Beijing roast duck, with many noting freshness, bold flavors, and good balance between traditional and modern ideas. The atmosphere and staff are repeatedly complimented as attentive and welcoming, making it a good choice for celebrations or group dinners, and some guests appreciate the restaurant’s revival and ongoing quality. A few dishes or preparations receive mixed notes, and prices are seen as high but justified by quality and presentation. Overall, Le Piment Rouge stands out as one of the city’s top high end Chinese options, delivering a memorable dining experience with strong consistency in service and flavor.View restaurant profile

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Lyla

Restaurant BYOB vietnamien proposant une sélection de soupes et de plats de nouilles dans un espace cosy ou en livraison.

Opens Today at 11 am

(155)

Parc-Extension, Mile-Ex

Vietnamese Asian Szechuan

Review Summary

Lyla earns praise for rich, aromatic pho broth, flavorful soups, and a menu that offers something for every Vietnamese craving, with generous portions, fast and friendly service, and a cozy, welcoming vibe that makes Montreal feel like home. The pricing is described as affordable and the atmosphere great for quick lunches or family meals. A few reviews mention delivery order issues such as small portions or one item being oily or undercooked, and the evening combo is sometimes seen as average. Overall, Lyla is regarded as a dependable, often top choice for pho and Vietnamese cuisine in the area, with many expressing intent to return.View restaurant profile

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Restaurant Le Cauris

Opens Today at 6 pm

(108)

Mile-Ex, Little-Italy

African Vegetarian Grill

Review Summary

Diolo Traiteur earns high marks for excellent food and the evident passion of the chef, with quality ingredients and careful preparation shaping an enjoyable dining experience. The service is repeatedly described as attentive and friendly, with a warm ambiance and generous portions that make meals feel hearty. Reviews highlight authentic Senegalese flavors and a diverse menu, including dishes like poisson tchi bou sien and poulet yassa, plus a refreshing ginger juice that many call a standout. The chef is praised for listening to guests and adapting dishes to vegetarian needs, and catering service is noted as reliable and accommodating for family events. Several comments hail Diolo Traiteur as among the best in Montreal and Canada, with some calling it a top African restaurant in Montreal and a memorable taste of Dakar. Overall, the restaurant is presented as delicious, well seasoned, and consistently satisfying, encouraging repeat visits.View restaurant profile

Restaurant Bar 30 juin

Opens Today at 12 pm

(257)

Mile-Ex, Little-Italy

African Grill Vegetarian

Review Summary

Restaurant Bar 30 juin receives consistent praise for bold, flavorful African and cross-cultural dishes, generous portions, and friendly, attentive staff in a warm, lively setting with good music. Dishes such as yassa chicken, poulet mayo, goat, cod, fufu with grain sauce and cassava placali, and plantain offer a varied and satisfying experience, with desserts like Congo cake providing a sweet finish. The atmosphere is described as welcoming and convivial, sometimes with regulars and a mix of curious diners contributing to a relaxed vibe. Service is repeatedly highlighted as kind and professional, though a few reviews note occasional rough edges such as uneven seating, heat issues on cold nights, and long wait times or a takeout mix-up. A minority report concerns about tipping practices in some visits. Overall, the restaurant is seen as a solid, authentic, and reasonably priced option for flavorful African and diaspora cuisine in Montreal, with many mentions of return visits and positive recommendations.View restaurant profile