Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Montreal

Bommy • July 7, 2019Awesome bar with a long list of beers and wine. Space is big and fills up on evenings. They have playing cards.

Louis-Felix B. • September 21, 2016A must-stop on every trip to Jean-Talon market, this Little Italy gem & rallying point is second home to many Italian men — and it's so much closer to Italy in so many senses. Efficient service. Cash.

Jakob S. • September 3, 2017Best coffee I've had in Canada so far. They stopped doing V60 unfortunately, but still do Aeropress. Pick up beans here!

Mika • October 10, 2016Strawberry croissant, croissant and egg breakfast sandwich are both amazing. Really relaxed atmosphere

Barkie • July 2, 2017Phenomenal menu and cocktails. Easily one of my top 5 bar-restaurants (in the world). Bison carpaccio, and strip steak are unbelievable.

Myriam D. • October 7, 2017Love the pizzette, the coffee, the service! Fair prices and vegan.

Alexandr O. • November 19, 2015Great atmosphere, simple clean layout. Good coffee and a perfect neighbourhood feel. Much needed addition to Rosemont.

Janick C. • September 12, 2020Merveilleux

Yannick W. • May 11, 2017Lovely space with a few selections of things to eat.

Massimo M. • July 20, 2022One of the best pasta spots in the city! Not easy to get a reservation, call a week in advance.

Rachel N. • December 31, 2023Such a fun alive atmosphere! Fantastic experience!

Wael M. • August 13, 2014Upscale & beautifully done food. Elegant, tasty, generous portion & U can taste z natural flavour of every ingredient in z dish. Nice & alerted staff, crowded with z right people. Av 21 $ 4 breakfast.

S P. • April 13, 2016Good coffee (Gibraltar), friendly service and relaxed atmosphere.

S P. • May 20, 2018Burger, hot-dog, pogo, poutine and fries, the best!

Alexandra • July 24, 2013Best lobster tails in Montreal. Great italian bakery!

olivier P. • August 12, 2014"cozy bistro of a few communal tables offers seasonal plates inspired by street food and a seafood-heavy menu from 5 to 7 p.m. It’s best known for its “squid roll"

Patrick B. • October 13, 2013The chefs are great and very friendly, the food is tasty and generous! You can't go wrong at Kitchen Galerie!

S P. • March 25, 2018Excellent (some of the best) artinasal breads in Montreal, very conveniently located when shopping at the Jean Talon Market.

Alanya A. • August 23, 2014Veggie pesto eggs Benedictine were amazing!

Mj M. • August 6, 2011Excellent Italian in the heart of Little Italy, bit pricy!

Rental Homes C. • December 17, 2013Finest slow-cooked BBQ pork sandwich in the city. It's got grilled peppers, and's served on a Portuguese-style bun, and if you're feeling frisky, you can get a sunny-side up fried egg thrown on top!

Lynne B. • August 5, 2023We had the shitake and aubergine bahn mi sandwiches and both were delicious!

Alison N. • April 15, 2011Ravioli as an entree or the sausages with rapinni (split it), Capricciosa pizza, a bootle of wine, and chocolate gelato for desert. Delicious!

Off The Hook • September 1, 2013Our recommendation: go with the Meat & Threes combo and try the smoked brisket with fried sweet potatoes, black-eyed peas and biscuits.

Sam W. • January 16, 2019Traditional Portuguese pastries and drinks! Nice & cozy atmosphere.

Helene M. • September 18, 2015Really tasty small plates. The grilled calamari, scallop ceviche and pork buns are all delicious!

Peartree • November 30, 2017I keep a constant supply of Mme dumplings in the freezer. They sell them for take out 😍 love the spicy dark vinegar dipping sauce.

Myrella B. • February 22, 2013Cozy, intimate, excellent food (high quality mix of french-tex-mex food) and not too expensive! Great for lover's night or casual friends night!

Becca B. • April 7, 2019Probably my favorite meal in Montreal. Start with an order (or two) of the charred focaccia and be sure to order a bunch of smaller dishes.