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.
If you are attending a conference, keep in mind that the service is slow. (40 minutes to get served) I did not have a lunch time reservation & was seated at the bar. I basically ordered a veggie burger with sweet potato fries & the avocado/beet tartare. The tartare gets a 5/5. The fries were incorrect & the veggie burger is suspiciously similar to a Beyond Beef burger. The atmosphere & presentation are good & it was crowded. I guess I am not following the crowd. Low value for me.
Apr 30, 2026
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Very chill & cute plant based restaurant. We went there in a weeknight so it was quite calm. The service is super kind & the food is good & presented in a very cute way. Mocktails are also delicious & cocktails are quite generous on the alchool content.
Très bel endroit & chaleureux comme ambiance. Le brunch était de qualité tant à la nourriture & présentation qu'au service. La première fois mais certainement pas la dernière.
What a lovely experience - fantastic meal with creativity & flavour abound!! This is also coming from a non-vegan!
The space gives a warm vibe without being tight & cramped. I enjoyed an incredible mocktail (Blackberry Pearl) & the'calamari' is a *must*
Will be back on our next trip to Montreal!
This restaurant is a great spot with plenty of vegetarian & vegan options. The food is full of flavor & genuinely delicious, & coming from someone who is not vegetarian or vegan, I really loved it. There are so many great choices on the menu.
They also have a wide drink selection, from cocktails & mocktails to smoothies, all highly recommended. The atmosphere is calm & cozy, perfect for an afternoon with friends, a date, or even a book club meetup. Definitely a place worth coming back to.
Apr 22, 2026
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Très belle ambiance, beau décor, staff sympathique.
C'est un peu dispendieux, mais les saveurs sont à l'honneur. Les quantités sont modestes, mais après une poutine (petite pour le prix), un burger Luv délicieux (les burgers sont sans accompagnements donc c'est intéressant de combiner avec une entrée ou un snack) & un dessert (gâteau aux bananes délicieux & pana cota parfaite) j'étais bien remplie, pas sur-remplie. :)
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!!
Je suis dans le processus de devenir vegan & c'était une superbe expérience afin de m'y préparer ! J'ai pu en apprendre sur de nouveaux plats & j'ai développé de nouveaux goûts. La cuisine était incroyable! Tout était savoureux, flavourful & en grande quantité. Si je n'avais pas su que c'était végé/vegan, je ne l'aurai jamais deviné!! Je vous recommande clairement les raviolis à la courge. Quoi que tout était excellent👀. De plus, l'ambiance est chaleureuse, calme si vous arrivez tôt & le service à la clientèle est impeccable.
Quand on mange sur place c'est ok (petite quantité ..) mais j'ai commandé en ligne 3 fois & c'était misérable ils donnent les restes ou produits périmés … salades & produits de très mauvaise qualité
Apr 8, 2026
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The dumplings were incredible, the risotto was perfectly done, & the chocolate cake/brownie was just amazing. The drinks LOV'ini & Tiki Mahana were easily some of the best cocktails I've ever had.
The ambience was romantic, & the service was just as amazing atttentive & welcoming throughout.
So happy to have discovered such a great vegan restaurant. Definitely a place worth visiting!
Nous avons passé une super soirée dans ce restaurant ! Les plats étaient délicieux, très goûtus & très bien présentés. Il y a une belle diversité de plat. Le services était efficace & très aimable. Une belle sélection de cocktails maison est aussi proposée.
Je recommande vivement ce restaurant pour passer une belle soirée !
Beautiful gem in Old Montreal. The atmosphere is very charming, with great food options. Our waitress gave excellent recommendations, & the flavours were outstanding. Highly recommended.
