Archway serves a strictly plant-based menu centered on innovative, nutritionally dense ingredients that prioritize whole foods over processed substitutes. The kitchen utilizes fresh, seasonal produce to construct balanced bowls, vibrant salads, and hearty wraps that define a modern approach to vegan consumption. Every dish emphasizes bold, natural flavors through the strategic application of house-made sauces and diverse culinary techniques. The dining room maintains a minimalist aesthetic, creating an atmosphere that mirrors the purity and simplicity of the menu. This establishment represents a commitment to sustainable food practices while providing a focused, efficient eating experience for those seeking plant-forward nourishment. By stripping away artificial additives, the culinary team ensures that every meal remains focused on maximizing the inherent texture and color of botanical ingredients for a clean, reliable, and entirely vegetable-driven outcome.
Archway consistently earns high praise for its creative, flavourful, and artfully presented vegan cuisine, which regularly impresses both dedicated vegans and omnivores alike. Guests frequently highlight standout dishes like the chicken and waffles, gnocchi, and a variety of inventive chef specials, often noting the high quality of ingredients and generous portions. The atmosphere is described as cozy and aesthetically pleasing, with many diners enjoying the welcoming terrace and the thoughtful, attentive service provided by the staff. While there are occasional mentions of slower service times or personal preferences regarding certain dishes, the majority of visitors view the restaurant as a top-tier destination in Montreal, frequently returning to enjoy the refreshing cocktails, professional staff, and memorable dining experiences.
Delicious vegan food, big portions, affordable & creative, even the cocktails are great & not too sweet. Highlights: tao tofu (peanut sauce delish), mushroom steak with grilled pineapple, dumplings, jackfruit bao buns, & the brownie dessert .
Le service est excellent, l'ambiance est très bien & les cocktails aussi sont super bons. Par contre, on a trouvé la nourriture correcte, sans plus. Tout était bon, mais rien ne nous a impressionné tant que ça. On dirait qu'il y avait toujours un mini truc qui clochait pour que ce soit vraiment bon (la salade de betteraves ne goûtait rien d'autre que la betterave, les gnocchis à la courge était un petit peu trop sucrés, etc.). Pour 200$, on s'attendait quand même à quelque chose d'excellent, mais c'était juste... Bon. Il ne manque pas grand chose pour que ce soit un excellent resto!
On ne se lasse pas de venir au archway! Que ce soit pour le brunch, le souper, profiter du 5@7 (avec des cocktails vraiment excellents) ou simplement prendre un café, c'est notre place préférée à Verdun! Les saveurs sont vraiment recherchées, tant dans les plats que dans les boissons & le staff est chaleureux & accueillant. Merci à eux aussi d'être hyper vigilant concernant les allergies alimentaires, ça en fait une safe place pour ceux qui ont des intolérances comme moi.
Mention particulière pour notre serveur habituel Mike avec sa gentillesse & sa patience :)
We tried the table d'hôte variety & some cocktails & every dish we had was delicious. Nice atmosphere & friendly, attentive staff. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Une place que j'ai découvert pour un souper avec une amie & wow c'était vraiment parfait ! Belle ambiance cosy, cocktails pleins de saveurs & la table d'hôte vraiment délicieuse: chaque met était incroyablement bon. L'équipe est aussi aux petits soins. Nous reviendrons sans hésitation :)
2025: very well presented as always. excellent service from our server. Super accommodating & attentive, & great wine pairing suggestion (Abracadabrin). The maitake was still good according to my friend. My gnocchi was a little on the sour side but not bad. My other friend enjoyed her bao buns. I enjoyed my Royale cocktail, which balanced out the anise with sweetness nicely, would definitely do a 5 à 7 here with that deal. The sesame mousse was rich. My friend enjoyed her banana foster, she just found the base difficult to break & eat.
2023: Great presentation. Friendly & efficient service. Pretty decor. The artichoke appetizer & mushroom steak were delicious. Baklava martini didn't really remind me of baklava but it was still amazing. The Mochi cocktail was good, kind of a Soho & amaretto flavour. The financier was a little bready for my taste but I did find that the toppings really helped. Good portions, pretty filling.
J'adore ce petit resto de quartier. Pas besoin d'être végan pour apprécier, c'est toujours délicieux & original.
Autant les déjeuners, le café, le vin, les cocktails, que les plats du soirs. Le menu change souvent, avec des options sans gluten (pour les amis celiac).
Delicious & inspiring menu. Amazing cocktails. Perfect service. Reasonable prices. Emma, our waitress, was attentive, knowledgeable, & helpful. Just a wonderful experience as we dined outside on the terrace.
I've been to this restaurant a few times & always enjoyed the food & atmosphere. But my most recent visit was disappointing. Despite having a reservation & requesting a table by the window, we were seated in the back-even though the restaurant was nearly empty.
We waited over 45 minutes for a cocktail & weren't even offered water in the meantime. While the food was good as always, the service fell short. Our server did comp the drinks, which was appreciated, but there was little explanation about the menu or acknowledgment of the long wait.
It left us feeling overlooked, especially given the many available tables up front. Hoping this was just an off night. The owner was not there....
Myself & my friend was extremely impressed with Archway.
We will definitely be coming back!
From the food, cocktails & service we were amazed!
Thank you Emma for being an amazing host!
