Since its creation, Lola Rosa is non-vegetarians' favorite vegetarian restaurant. We want to prove that eating without meat is possible and delicious. We offer appetizing dishes inspired from our mothers and grand-mothers. A ragout, a curry, chilli, tomato tart and lasagna are some items found on the menu. We serve you, in a homely manner, the best Nachos in town! All in a warm decor. Try one of our local beers to pair with those Nachos. And if that's not enough to inspire you, or if you are looking for ideas for your next philosophy class, all you need to do is open our table drawers.
Overall, Lola Rosa is described as a warm, cozy all vegan spot in downtown Montreal with generous portions and friendly, attentive service; the menu earns high marks for flavorful, homemade dishes like lasagna, curries, braised tofu, nachos and a range of comforting desserts, along with a playful vibe from table drawers filled with notes left by guests; while some reviews note limited salad variety and a few items that could use more sauce or seasoning, overall guests call it a must visit with good drinks and a welcoming atmosphere, and many say they will return.
I went to Lola Rosa the first time when I was doing my internship in 2010. I had a burrito & I fell in love with the taste. I was amazed at how a few simple ingredients had such a magical taste. The food was colorful, with nice touches of a green sauce on top & a very tasty tomato sauce on the side. Some very tasty Mexican rice & a small salad were giving the plate more color.
I became a regular customer & took all my friends, many meat eaters, to try this veggie food & experience the magical taste.
After 5 years of living in Ontario, I came back for a vacation & decided to have the magical experience as my last-night meal. The people were nice as always. The place was as happy as always. The burrito, God, was a big disappointment. A big tasteless wrap og black beans & a lot of rice, (i dont remember the ones i had before had this much rice if they had any) without any red sauce, colorful green sauce, Mexican rice, or salad on the side. I had better burritos at the airport 😞.
So unhappy & disappointed with the change.
P.S. the first photo the dish I loved, the second one the sad current surprise.
We went to Lola Rosa twice over a week when we were visiting Montreal because it was so delicious! So many different vegan options to choose from & so many unique flavours. Many gluten free options are available as well! The servers & staff were all so warm & welcoming.
Apr 5, 2026
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Super expérience au Lola Rosa! Nous avons eu un service au top avec Juliette qui s'est très bien occupé de nous. Le repas était très bon, mais légèrement trop epicé !
Très content, je recommande
Wonderful & very delicious food! I had the Montreal Smoked Meat which was so tasty. Mybpartner had the meatballs that were the best I ever had. To finish, the chocolate caramel tart was the perfect dessert to complete a rich meal. Everytime I'll visit Montreal I will make sure I stop by Lola Rosa!
Discover the best in healthy eating at Lola Rosa, a cozy spot within our beloved chain. Take a delightful break from meat & indulge in a fresh burst of green goodness that your body will thank you for. : )
Had a great dinner at Lola Rosa! This is our go-to spot for a delicious & healthy vegan meal. We got the tartare, nachos, curry & brownie (the curry is my favourite!). Our server Louise was super friendly, attentive & all-around fantastic! Thank you so much! Will be back again soon! :)
Fantastic first visit to Lola Rosa. The server was incredibly friendly & welcoming. Food was delicious & flavorful (we had the tacos & burrito) & the portions were generous. will absolutely return!!
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Le Lola Rosa sur la rue Milton est un resto végétalien. Je n'y suis allé qu'une seule fois & mon expérience m'a laissé sur mon appétit.?J'ai commandé une lasagne, un des plats recommandé par la clientèle de ce resto. On nous indique que la préparation demande 20 minutes & $20. Pas de problème.?La salade de type salade césar en accompagnement est excellente mais le plat manque de sauce & de légumes; le tout est un peu fade que nous aurions aimé un peu plus relevé par exemple avec de la salsa. ( 4 / 5 )?La tarte au citron @ $8 en dessert est très quelconque avec une crème fouettée de type commerciale avec un arrière gout de stabilisateur. ( 3 / 5 )
Le service est attentionné ( 4 / 5 ).
Pour le coté gourmet annonçé par la publicité il faudra regarder ailleurs.... sur le menu.
A nos yeux, la rose de Lola est un endroit qui manque de professionnalisme & un peu cher. Indice valeur prix: ( 4 / 5 )
My husband & I ate at this cozy restaurant yesterday evening & thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I had the hemp burger with salad & he had the braised tofu dish. Dessert was the lemon square & sorbet. Everything was super yummy! Our waitress Meadow was absolutely stellar! Lola Rosa...whatever you're paying her... it's not enough! We very much appreciated her positivity & friendliness! Five stars all around for our evening at Lola Rosa!
A comfy, small sit-down, vegan restaurant in Milton-Parc, by McGill University, has lots of delicious options. Tried the Gyro & Lola's Cheesesteak sandwiches, both were excellent, as was the chocolate caramel pie😋 The sweet potato wedges were a little too soft for my liking, but tasted fine. Prices are reasonable, & there's an alcohol/cocktail menu. Went for lunch on a Thursday, & even though it was busy, the food arrived at a decent time. Our server was welcoming, knowledgeable & jovial. Keep in mind that parking in this area is hard to find. We found parking on Avenue du Parc, a couple of blocks over. I highly recommend Lola Rosa on Milton!
Aug 30, 2024
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I got the vegan gyro sandwich at Lola Rosa & let me tell you it was one of the best sandwiches I've had in my life. As a vegetarian it's so hard to find sandwiches that are high in protein & delicious. This sandwich exceeded my expectations, & contained unique ingredients like grilled seitan & vegan tofu feta- these are plant-based protein variations that I've never tried before. The innovation is amazing. I would 100% reccomend this restaurant to any vegan/vegetarian who is visiting Montreal. I will be back again (hopefully when I get into McGill!!!) Update: It was so good, I came back the next day & ordered the same thing!
Visiting from out of town & found this place after walking around McGill & could not be happier with the find! Absolutely loved everything about Lola Rosa & all the small touches that made the space even more special (the notes in the drawers were so cute). We had a primarily vegetarian group & everyone was so excited about all the options & the service was phenomenal. The beet tartare was a crowd pleaser & the lasagna was the perfect end to our night. Could not recommend them enough!
Lola Rosa in Montreal is a fantastic spot for vegan dining! The staff are incredibly helpful, taking the time to explain each dish & make recommendations. The Gyro sandwich is an absolute must-try-flavorful & satisfying. The chili is excellent, hearty, & packed with taste. The queso burrito is another winner, bursting with deliciousness. Don't miss out on the lemon pie; it's a perfect balance of sweet & tart. Overall, Lola Rosa offers a delightful vegan experience that leaves you wanting more!
During my last day in Montreal, I researched the best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Montreal, & Lola Rosa appeared. I'm so glad I decided to make the trip (it's located in a beautiful, quaint neighborhood). I received the best service from the lovely server, Meadow, & the owner, Eric, who gave the most vibrant explanation of the menu. The Caesar salad & cheesesteak were to die for. I was happily full but still had a delicious mango basil sorbet. I absolutely loved my time in Montreal, but Lola Rosa was the icing on the cake! I recommend this plant-based diets & meat waters alike!
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I've come to Lola Rosa many times & have always enjoyed it, often recommending it to others. However, my most recent experience left a bad taste in my mouth-& not because of the food, but because of the service. Our first server was lovely, but the server who handled our checks behaved in a way that I found very inappropriate. My friend skipped the tip option on the machine, & the server snatched the machine out of her hand, canceled the transaction, & stated that tipping was mandatory! As a bartender/server myself, I agree that you should always tip your waitstaff, & I always do, even for just a coffee. I understand how frustrating it can be not to receive a tip, but the reality is that tipping is optional. If that's something you can't handle, you shouldn't be a server. & if your restaurant wants to mandate tipping, that's fine, but you should remove the "no tip" option from the debit machine & inform your customers of your tipping policy as soon as you seat them. Personally, I will not be coming back to this location.
I have been going to Lola Rosa for many many years off & on. I just returned to see the restaurants painted "waiting room" colour with absolutely no character or homey energy in the space. The only charm left were the tables with the drawers holding the lovely notes. As soon as I saw the menu I knew I should have left. It was not the same eclectic diverse culinary experience. The very same menu as the Lola on William ,feels like an airplane menu. I lived in the building on William & the Lola there was horrible & expensive. I ordered the "philly cheese steak" & when the waitress put it in front of me it was absolutely terrible to look at food just slapped on a plate. I did not order the salad that comes with this item because as I looked at the other tables the salad looked like someone put their hand in a mixed salad bag from the grocery store & put dressing on it. The sandwich had three red peppers strips the size of a golf pencil , onions & the main "meat". Half was overcooked & half was undercooked. I ordered a skimpy non alcoholic raspberry lemonade. $30 with tip. Bread, satay? & a drink. I died a little inside. This was my most favourite place. The food was always memorable. They also didn't have many items on the menu & ran out of feta. The server was nice. I do not recommend to visit Lola Milton or place Des arts if you are visiting & googled "vegan restaurants". Sorry. :(
i didn't know vegetarian food could be good until i tried lola rosa. i came here often as a mcgill student when i lived in the neighborhood & my favourites were the spinach lasagna & the nachos. the little drawers at each table made each visit memorable. my friends & i loved to read the notes & add our own to the collection.
We have been longtime patrons of Lola Rosa & really enjoy the food & service. But as a neighbour all I can say about the establishment is meh. If they way they manage their wastes is any indication of the respect they show towards their neighbours this scene outside doesn't paint a very pretty picture. & it wasn't even garbage day!
