A vegan and vegetarian restaurant serving botanical cuisine. LOV is a vision. An obsession and desire to go back to basics. We celebrate what the Earth gives us in each of our dishes, in all of our creations. Learn more about our approach to, and perspective on, food.
LOV is described across reviews as a standout vegetarian vegan spot in downtown Montreal with a warm, cozy, sometimes upscale vibe and beautifully presented dishes. Diners frequently praise the wide range of plant based options, creative cocktails, and consistently tasty dishes like pasta, risottos, tacos, dumplings, and the cauliflower, with several noting the vegan burgers and fish tacos as highlights. The service is repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, though a few visits report slow or inconsistent service and occasional kitchen or timing issues, especially during busy periods. Ambiance and decor are often cited as a draw, with romantic lighting or charming spaces, while some guests find the noise or the pacing a bit challenging. Overall, LOV is celebrated as a must visit for veggie lovers, with many expressing intent to return, though a handful of meals fell short on flavor, value, or execution.
What an experience!
I have recommended LOV to my non-vegan/vegetarian friends & they have also been blown away with the craftsmanship & curated culinarily experience of LOV. First, the interior design speaks for itself. It's strategically designed & tells a story throughout the space, from the entrance to the bathroom, every moment as been thought out.
It was difficult to choose from the menu because everything sound so delicious, fresh & healthy.
I tried a variety of options & couldn't be more satisfied with out choices. Lastly, cheers to the amazing staff, you folks provided THE best customer service!!
Amazing Vegetarian restaurant with great variety, taste & ambiance.
The staff was amazing too. The server who took care of our table was so sweet & accommodating. I was pregnant so she took extra care of our food according to my needs.
We had the ravioli, LOV burger & dumplings. Loved them all.
Feb 27, 2026
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My sister & I were on a vacation & were looking for a vegetarian place. So glad we found this place. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by our host. There were lots of options to choose from. I chose carbonara & my sister opted for a California bowl. We also ordered dumplings for starters. Everything tasted so good. I loved my food a lot, the best pasta I've ever had.
We visited Montreal & were looking for vegetarian options when we found LOV. This place is truly amazing, & the vibe is very aesthetic. Their crispy fish tacos(vegan & made up from soy protein not from fish) & Black Pearl mocktail is scrumptious-definitely a must-try if you enjoy fruity flavors with a hint of lavender.
I've always thought that LOV was 100% vegan & I am quite frustrated to know it is not. I don't know if they changed it recently or if it has always been like this but I won't go back. It's really easy for vegetarians to eat at any restaurants, your cuisine becomes special when you're able to provide something out of the ordinary.
Went to Lov for dinner on a Sunday night with our traveling party of three couples, which included a vegan a vegetarian. Great experience. The space, in an old city Montreal building, is great. Food, drinks & wine were first rate. Staff was welcoming, knowledgeable & attentive. Dinner was relaxed & perfectly paced. Just a great experience.
Oct 27, 2025
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Exceptional service & ambiance!
I had the breakfast poutine & waffle, I wish I ordered the brioche! Food would be 5/5 if it had that beloved greasy diner flavour & crispy potatoes! Love the vegetarian/vegan option downtown MTL. Just missing the flavour!
We would like to thank the LOV McGill restaurant for creating a wonderful experience for us! Latifa the'Queen' of service & hospitality was our waitress. The vegetarian dishes were'incroyable'. The meal, cocktails & desserts made our milestone celebration a memorable one. Thank you to Latifa & the team for an amazing experience!!!! We love LOV!
We were SO happy to find this gem of a vegetarian restaurant in downtown Montreal! The food was outstanding, the service super friendly, & the ambiance is perfect for date night.
Aug 25, 2025
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The food was so delicious at Lov. & the service was excellent. We ordered the dumplings & calamari. The kids & my husband got the veggie burgers & fries & I ordered the'fish' tacos. The food was incredibly delicious & so filling. The service was incredible...they really took the time to explain the menu & provide us with vegan options. Would give 10 stars if I could. We will definitely be back as soon as we're in town! 100% recommend to everyone, vegan, vegetarian or not!
Tho I'm not vegan or vegetarian, I can say this is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to as a non vegetarian person. There's an explosion of flavors in every bite, the food is just stunning. Can't wait to come back to Montreal & try everything else 😍😍😍
Jul 30, 2025
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I remember watching a buzzfeed video about this place a long time ago & figured if I'd be in the area I would visit. Worthwhile decision! I got seated quickly during lunch hours by really friendly staff. I ordered fish tacos & the kimchi fries (the main point of visiting) which came out quickly & looked very appetizing. The food was delicious & so well seasoned. This spot is vegetarian/vegan based & I feel it proves that meat doesn't always shine. The atmosphere was also felt very inviting & chill. I highly recommend coming here & getting some great food!
Stopped by LOV McGill during a recent trip to Montréal & was pleasantly surprised. I had the house-made vegan burger-not your typical Impossible or Beyond patty, which was a nice change. Flavorful, satisfying, & held together well. Definitely a solid choice if you're looking for a good plant-based burger.
Highly recommend going with the sweet potato fries over the regular ones-they're crispier & have way more flavor.
We liked it enough to come back a second time. I tried the fish taco (also vegan), & it was actually really good-great texture & seasoning, one of the standouts on the menu.
Overall, a great spot for anyone looking for a vegetarian or vegan-friendly meal in a stylish, casual setting. Worth a visit even if you're not strictly plant-based.
My girlfriend & I were in Montreal for a quick visit, & wanted a bite to eat after the Archeology museum right down the road. My girlfriend is plant based, & I pretty much follow suit at this point, so we were delighted to find a place that catered to only vegetarian foods. We shared the crostini, very delicious, followed by the French onion soup-yum. I had the carbonara & she had the fish tacos- she couldn't believe that it had a fishy taste & was vegan! The ambience & the setting were a delight, & our server was very pleasant. Highly recommend!
For starters, this has to be one of the best Vegan/Vegetarian restaurants in Montréal. Great service & amazing food, I highly recommend the mushroom crostini & tofu benedict.
