WELCOME TO AUX VIVRES, MONTREAL'S FIRST VEGAN RESTAURANT.
At Aux Vivres, we serve fresh, innovative and delicious vegan food using nothing but the highest quality ingredients. We have made it our mission to debunk any myths people may hold about vegan food by preparing meals that are flavourful and inspired, all the while being healthy and satisfying.
Aux Vivres receives wide praise for flavorful, fresh vegan dishes, generous portions and a warm, cozy atmosphere. Dishes like the Mumbai bowl, Thai bowl, Dragon bowl, BLT and dahl soup are repeatedly cited as satisfying, with thoughtful ingredient combinations and plenty of vegetables. The menu is described as healthy and comforting, with many reviewers noting gluten free options and allergy awareness. The staff is often described as friendly and attentive, with praise for service and ambiance, though a few comments point to slower service during busy periods. Occasionally criticisms appear about price value, portions that feel very large for some, changes to the menu removing favorites like Tom Yum soup and Malai Kofta, and in one case a report of food poisoning after the Dragon bowl. The venue is described as a Montreal institution and a go to for both vegans and non vegans, with brunch, smoothies and a shop for take away. Overall, the reviews suggest Aux Vivres is a cornerstone of vegan dining in Montreal, with frequent recommendations to try the BLT and the variety of bowls, and a note to plan for potential crowds.
Je suis retourné cette semaine pour le superbe Brunch offert maintenant tous les jours de la semaine. Ça vaut le détour!
Great place for a vegan meal.
Chaque fois qu'on revient, on est heureux de retrouver une bouffe végane réconfort: savoureuse, portion copieuse & visuellement plaisante.
SO SAD ! First, it was the Tom YUm soup that they stop doing. Now, they took the Malai Kofta out of the Starters. For double the price instead, you can have it in a plate with brown rice, chick peas & potatoes (& salad). So yes, you can still have it, but with bunch of cheap starch for double the price instead.
I get it the economy is crap for everyone, but I wish they kept the Malai kofta in the starters. Even if a dollar or two higher.
It was so perfect with a chapati & a sandwich to share.
Honestly, I'm at the point where I might just go explore new restaurants instead of just coming here by default because it was good . It's so disappointing !
Jul 31, 2025
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A classic! Aux Vivres is the original vegan restaurant in Montréal. Great patio, lots of indoor seating. The wraps on homemade roti are huge! (& delicious)
Very healthy & fresh bowl brimming with veg & tofu - was a detox of sorts after some indulgent other meals & desserts on a holiday. Visited on a weekday lunchtime- the terrace out front was too hot for our taste, but inside was cool & plenty of seating.
Pour vrai, ce restaurent a changé ma vie. C'est juste dommage que le service y soit difficile! C'est toujours plutôt long (parce qu'il y a beaucoup de monde!) Pour sauver du temps, je fais préparer ma commande d'avance, mais la dernière fois en 30 minutes je n'ai jamais réussi à parler avec quelqu'un, on ne mettait en attente !
Mais la bouffe est super bonne! Le bol dragon c'est la vie!
Montreal's first vegan restaurant! We were happy with the food & cookies, & the service was excellent. The waiter (tall guy with dark hair) was very attentive, kind, friendly & welcoming. It was a great way to spend our last day in Montreal.
Jul 4, 2025
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My girlfriend & I are always looking for the best places to eat vegan food & this place did not disappoint!
All three dishes were delicious & the portion sizes were HUGE!
Lacked a bit of flavour but overall I had a great meal.
Also shout out to our amazing server.
Jun 21, 2025
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Only go there if you're HUNGRY !! The portions are insaaane, the food is very yummy, & the server was so nice !
This was a very nice place in a great location & the bathroom was clean.
I've been vegan for years & this stays one of my favourite spots in town. Their sandwiches are perfect for a picnic on Mount Royal. I had the best service today with Linda! 🌱
Je suis allée aujourd'hui, la place n'était pas pleine de tout. J'attendait à la porte pour quelqu'un vient à m'assigne une place comme c'est écrit à la porte. Aucune personne de service à la vue, 5 minutes de bout là. Alors, il rentre un serveur & une femme assise à la table à côté de la porte se lève, & je réalise que c'était la serveuse qui était là tout le temps, assise à une table en train de parler, & qui ne s'est pas levée jusqu'à ce que l'autre serveur entre en scène. La pire serveuse de Montréal en définitive…L'autre serveur était correct, comme le gerente plus tard.
