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1. Dieu du Ciel!

9.2
29 ave. Laurier Ouest (coin Saint-Laurent), Montréal, QC
Beer Bar · Mile-End · 181 tips and reviews

Florent V.Florent Vilmart: One of the best Micro in Montreal.During summer, enjoy the terrace and try their fine cheese assortments from Quebec.With more that 17 different beers, it's definitely a must do for beer lovers

Mount Royal Park is one of Montreal.

2. Mount Royal Park

9.6
(Parc du Mont-Royal)
1260 Chemin Remembrance, Montréal, QC
Park · Ville-Marie · 180 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: The highest point in Montreal! Stop by on a Sunday and see “tam-tams” – where people get together and bang on drums. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.

St-Viateur Bagel (La Maison du Bagel) is one of Montreal.

3. St-Viateur Bagel (La Maison du Bagel)

9.1
263 rue Saint-Viateur Ouest (entre Jeanne-Mance & du Parc), Montréal, QC
Bagel Shop · Mile-End · 156 tips and reviews

Fitz & Follwell Co.Fitz & Follwell Co.: Whether you’re looking for a midday snack or a late night bite, nothing hits the spot like a warm hand-rolled sesame bagel straight outta the oven from this legendary 24/7 bagel stop.

4. Marché Jean-Talon

9.5
7070 avenue Henri-Julien, Montréal, QC
Farmers Market · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 185 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: One of two main farmers markets in Little Italy. Come to buy unpasteurized raw milk cheese–which has been banned in the U.S. since 1949! As seen on Travel Channel’s The Layover with Anthony Bourdain.

Vices & Versa Bistro Du Terroir is one of Montreal.

5. Vices & Versa Bistro Du Terroir

8.5
6631 boul. Saint-Laurent (sud de St-Zotique), Montréal, QC
Beer Bar · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 77 tips and reviews

Aisling C.Aisling Chin-Yee: Has the best selection of Quebec local microbrews, around 20-30 to try. And a pretty decent plate of nachos and sausages.

Parc La Fontaine is one of Montreal.

6. Parc La Fontaine

9.5
3933 rue du Parc-Lafontaine (Rachel / Papineau / Sherbrooke / Parc Lafontaine), Montréal, QC
Park · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 98 tips and reviews

7. Café Olimpico

9.2
124 rue Saint-Viateur Ouest (coin Waverly), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 143 tips and reviews

Tamy Emma P.Tamy Emma Pepin: Hands down, BEST coffee in town. At the heart of Mile End neighborhood, artsy fartsy neo-hipster crowd mixed with very down-to-earth people. Beautiful patio in the summer. My weekend hangout. Try the

Parc Jean-Drapeau is one of Montreal.

8. Parc Jean-Drapeau

9.4
1, circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, Montréal, QC
Park · Ville-Marie · 48 tips and reviews
Deville Dinerbar is one of Montreal.

9. Deville Dinerbar

8.4
1425 rue Stanley (entre De Maisonneuve et Ste-Catherine), Montréal, QC
Diner · Ville-Marie · 116 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: With a menu of upscale diner foods, a beautiful terrasse, and a location among the skyscrapers of downtown, we just think this one is going to prove a sight for sore eyes. Read more.

Le Petit Alep is one of Montreal.

10. Le Petit Alep

8.6
191, rue Jean-Talon Est (Gaspé), Montréal, QC
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension · 52 tips and reviews

Belinda D.Belinda Darcey: Little sister restaurant to Alep: same great food, more casual ambience. Eat here before or after shopping at Marché Jean-Talon. It's across the street from Fromagerie Hamel.

Le Cartet Resto Boutique is one of Montreal.

11. Le Cartet Resto Boutique

9.0
106 rue McGill (au niveau de la rue Wellington), Montréal, QC
Café · Ville-Marie · 151 tips and reviews

Benjamin C.Benjamin Christie: Great brunch menu with Illy cafe coffee being served. If you don't speak French, ask for an English menu. Friendly staff. Worth the visit.

Broue Pub Brouhaha is one of Montreal.

12. Broue Pub Brouhaha

8.3
5860 ave. de Lorimier (Rue des Carrières), Montréal, QC
Beer Bar · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 53 tips and reviews

N. B.N. B.: The best place in town for beer and staff that's knows how to orient you if you don't know much about it. Poutine, salad or duck wings are a must!

Montreal Botanical Garden is one of Montreal.

13. Montreal Botanical Garden

9.1
(Jardin Botanique de Montréal)
4101 rue Sherbrooke E (Boulevard Pie-IX), Montréal, QC
Botanical Garden · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 97 tips and reviews

Daniel M.Daniel Magni: With over 190 acres of greenspace, this designated National Historic Site of Canada has greenhouses, outdoor gardens and an insectarium to check out!

Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC) is one of Montreal.

14. Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC)

8.2
185 rue Ste-Catherine Ouest (coin Jeanne-Mance), Montréal, QC
Art Museum · Ville-Marie · 45 tips and reviews

Art Matters FestivalArt Matters Festival: late night friday's at the MAC... check it out!

La Buvette chez Simone is one of Montreal.

15. La Buvette chez Simone

8.9
4869 ave. du Parc (entre Villeneuve & St-Joseph), Montréal, QC
Wine Bar · Mile-End · 81 tips and reviews

staziestazie: Experiment with their unique selection of wines and local beer, while sharing various tapas.

Pikolo Espresso Bar is one of Montreal.

16. Pikolo Espresso Bar

3418B, av. du Parc (coin Sherbrooke), Montréal, QC
Coffee Shop · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 131 tips and reviews

Margo S.Margo Serebrianaya: Just awesome. The coffee is ideal and the pastries are ALL really tasty as well, which is hard to find

Le Vieux Vélo is one of Montreal.

17. Le Vieux Vélo

8.7
59, rue Beaubien (rue St-Dominique), Montréal, QC
Breakfast Spot · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 60 tips and reviews
Au Pied de Cochon is one of Montreal.

18. Au Pied de Cochon

8.7
536 Ave. Duluth Est. (at Ave. Duluth Est & Ave. de Chateaubriand), Montréal, QC
French Restaurant · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 174 tips and reviews

Lynn H.Lynn Habel: Whatever your preconceptions about a "Poutine au foie gras", close your eyes and taste it. Phenomenal. Seriously.

Kitsuné Espresso Bar Artisanal is one of Montreal.

19. Kitsuné Espresso Bar Artisanal

19 rue Prince Arthur Ouest (entre St-Laurent & Clark), Montréal, QC
Café · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 55 tips and reviews

Jimmy J.Jimmy James: Best coffee on the plateau

Café Névé is one of Montreal.

20. Café Névé

9.0
151 rue Rachel Est (coin De Bullion), Montréal, QC
Café · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 117 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: With it's selection of organic coffees and teas, big tables, lively atmosphere, and tastefully hip music, Café Névé is the new place to meet with friends and get some work done.

Beautys Luncheonette is one of Montreal.

21. Beautys Luncheonette

8.4
93 ave. du Mont-Royal Ouest (coin St-Urbain), Montréal, QC
Breakfast Spot · Mile-End · 138 tips and reviews

Montreal State Of MindMontreal State Of Mind: Best Breakfast Joint in Montreal

Fairmount Bagel is one of Montreal.

22. Fairmount Bagel

9.1
74 Fairmount O (entre St-Urbain & Clark), Montréal, QC
Bagel Shop · Mile-End · 164 tips and reviews
Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan is one of Montreal.

23. Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan

8.9
4801 Avenue Pierre de Coubertin (Viau), Montréal, QC
Planetarium · Maisonneuve · 39 tips and reviews
Caffè San Simeon is one of Montreal.

24. Caffè San Simeon

7.8
39 rue Dante (coin Saint-Dominique), Montréal, QC
Café · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 30 tips and reviews

Méli D.Méli D: Great coffee with a staff who know how to brew a perfect cup. Vibe is a mix of vintage and new, super authentic with a hipster Montreal flare.

Pierre et Pierre is one of Montreal.

25. Pierre et Pierre

4517 Saint-Denis (Mont Royal), Montréal, QC
Speakeasy · Mile-End · 6 tips and reviews
L'Gros Luxe Mile-End is one of Montreal.

26. L'Gros Luxe Mile-End

150 Rue Bernard Ouest (Waverly), Montréal, QC
Bistro · Mile-End · 22 tips and reviews

David P.David Paterson: Loved the eclectic decor and the great drinks. Their Caesar collections & Grilled Cheese Poutine are the must do's

The Ritz-Carlton Montréal is one of Montreal.

27. The Ritz-Carlton Montréal

9.2
1228 Sherbrooke St.West, Montréal, QC
Hotel · Ville-Marie · 23 tips and reviews

Daniel M.Daniel Magni: This luxury hotel, which opened its doors in 1912, is located in Montreal's Golden Square Mile, minutes away from the city's restaurants, galleries and museums. Beautiful views of the city!

La Fromagerie Hamel is one of Montreal.

28. La Fromagerie Hamel

8.6
220 Jean-Talon Est (Saint-Laurent), Montréal, QC
Cheese Store · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 14 tips and reviews

JohnJohn: Very nice cheese store in the market area.

Poutineville is one of Montreal.

29. Poutineville

7.9
1365 rue Ontario Est, Montréal, QC
Poutine Restaurant · Ville-Marie · 89 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Some argue this is better than La Banquise. Try the filet mignon poutine with smashed potatoes.

Lapin Pressé is one of Montreal.

30. Lapin Pressé

8.3
1309 avenue Laurier est (Chambord), Montréal, QC
Sandwich Spot · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 36 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Specializes in the grilled cheese sandwich, but these aren’t the grilled cheeses you grew up with. Try the Brie, walnut & honey sandwich, if you want something rich & sweet. Or the grilled chevre.

Pizzeria Magpie is one of Montreal.

31. Pizzeria Magpie

9.1
16 rue Maguire (@ Saint-Laurent), Montréal, QC
Pizzeria · Mile-End · 51 tips and reviews

Rental Homes C.Rental Homes Canada: Don’t even look at the menu, just order the Prosciutto pizza with chili oil. This comes baked on a perfect crust: fluffy on inside, crispy on the outside and is topped with gooey bocconcini cheese.

Les Co'Pains d'Abord is one of Montreal.

32. Les Co'Pains d'Abord

8.7
1965 ave. du Mont-Royal Est (coin Chabot), Montréal, QC
Bakery · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 33 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Chalk up another win for this quietly brilliant little resto, which offers excellently done French faves as well as a breathtaking artisanal cheese selection, all sourced from Montreal. Read more.

Rockaberry is one of Montreal.

33. Rockaberry

4275 rue Saint-Denis (Entre Rachel & Marie-Anne), Montréal, QC
Pie Shop · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 25 tips and reviews

Martin D.Martin D: Amazing pies

Boucherie Lawrence is one of Montreal.

34. Boucherie Lawrence

8.9
5237 St Laurent, Montréal, QC
Deli · Mile-End · 20 tips and reviews

Lesra P.Lesra Penyez: The porchetta sandwich is achingly beautiful. Their sausages, smoked fish and yogurt are stellar. If you see it, get the marinated heart, sear rare, serve on watercress salad.

Fabergé is one of Montreal.

35. Fabergé

8.0
25, avenue Fairmount Ouest (coin Clark), Montréal, QC
Breakfast Spot · Mile-End · 137 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: A menu that will make your mouth water & leave your wallet only a few $ lighter. Be sure to try the Fabergé Delight, a cinnamon Danish coated in French toast batter & topped with fresh fruit. Read more.

Vallier, Bistro et Comptoir is one of Montreal.

36. Vallier, Bistro et Comptoir

7.4
425 rue McGill (coin Le Moyne), Montréal, QC
French Restaurant · Vieux-Montréal · 54 tips and reviews

Lynn H.Lynn Habel: High-end comfort food? Yes. Sheperd's Pie with duck, macaroni with cheese, meatloaf - satisfies your inner foodie snob AND comfort seeker. Pricey but amazing

Le Gros Jambon Diner is one of Montreal.

37. Le Gros Jambon Diner

286 Notre Dame West, Montreal, PQ
Diner · Vieux-Montréal · 43 tips and reviews

Reese P.Reese Pryde: The best brunch ever. Must try the lobster roll and the banana bread French toast. And the mushroom toast. And... Fuck try it all. Never fails

La Croissanterie Figaro is one of Montreal.

38. La Croissanterie Figaro

8.2
5200, rue Hutchison (coin Fairmount), Montréal, QC
Café · Outremont · 59 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Cast-iron chairs? Check. Marble tables? Check. An array of tiny signs advertising bizarre cultural events which may or may not feature tragic clowns? Check. This is Outremont at its finest. Read more.

Pâtisserie Fous Desserts is one of Montreal.

39. Pâtisserie Fous Desserts

9.1
809 ave. Laurier Est, Montréal, QC
Pastry Shop · Mile-End · 37 tips and reviews

Mk P.Mk Ph: Must try the croissant - plain or with chocolate and almonds. Get the salted caramel to drizzle over the croissant. Ask for the coffee in a bowl - quaintness!!

The Sparrow / Le Moineau is one of Montreal.

40. The Sparrow / Le Moineau

8.2
5322 boul. Saint-Laurent (entre Fairmount & St-Viateur), Montréal, QC
Gastropub · Mile-End · 79 tips and reviews

Davide G.Davide Giliati: Really great choice of specialty cocktails. Interior is beautifully detailed, unique and characteristic. Great overall vibe. I really like this place!

Réservoir is one of Montreal.

41. Réservoir

8.5
9 ave. Duluth Est (entre St-Laurent & St-Dominique), Montréal, QC
Brewery · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 80 tips and reviews

Stephane B.Stephane Bousquet: Their IPA is one of the best around.

Nouveau Palais is one of Montreal.

42. Nouveau Palais

7.7
281 rue Bernard (coin Ave. du Parc), Montréal, QC
Diner · Mile-End · 54 tips and reviews

Mykal B.Mykal B: Best burger in town! Gets very lively at night. Oh and if you do brunch, try the waffle and chicken it is so freaking amazing!

Café Sardine is one of Montreal.

43. Café Sardine

9 ave. Fairmount (coin St-Laurent), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 33 tips and reviews

Mayssam S.Mayssam Samaha: You must try the donuts!!

Lawrence is one of Montreal.

44. Lawrence

8.5
9 Fairmount Est (coin Saint Laurent), Montréal, QC
Modern European Restaurant · Mile-End · 110 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Possibly the most complete restaurant in the city. The cushy Mile End locale and the chef's earthy, thoughtful gastropub food make it one of the most difficult tables in town. [Eater 38 Member]

Le Couteau / The Knife is one of Montreal.

45. Le Couteau / The Knife

4627 rue Saint-Denis (coin Bienville), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 48 tips and reviews

Geri C.Geri Coady: You can't go wrong with 49th Parallel coffee. Oh, and their scones are perfect. Try the red pepper & feta if they have it!

Laïka is one of Montreal.

46. Laïka

4040 boul. Saint-Laurent (entre Duluth & Rachel), Montréal, QC
Lounge · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 82 tips and reviews
Flocon Espresso is one of Montreal.

47. Flocon Espresso

781, av. Mont-Royal (coin St-Hubert), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 26 tips and reviews

anna l.anna leks: Absolutely the best regular coffee in town

Saint-Henri micro-torréfacteur is one of Montreal.

48. Saint-Henri micro-torréfacteur

9.2
3632 rue Notre-Dame Ouest (coin Bourget), Montréal, QC
Coffee Shop · Le Sud-Ouest · 37 tips and reviews

Audrey M.Audrey March: Good coffee, great playlist, room to work and free WiFi. What else would one need?

Alexandraplatz is one of Montreal.

49. Alexandraplatz

6731, av. de l’Esplanade (coin St-Zotique), Montréal, QC
Beer Garden · Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie · 26 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The airy space is a converted garage filled with long, communal wooden tables where patrons sip $2.50 glasses of beer and chow down on cheap daily BBQ fare (generally a choice of hot dogs or nachos). Read more.

Société des arts technologiques [SAT] is one of Montreal.

50. Société des arts technologiques [SAT]

8.9
1201, boul. Saint-Laurent (entre René-Lévesque & Ste-Catherine), Montréal, QC
Music Venue · Ville-Marie · 35 tips and reviews
Brooklyn Café Showroom is one of Montreal.

51. Brooklyn Café Showroom

71 rue Saint-Viateur (entre St-Dominique & Casgrain), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 10 tips and reviews

Francois H.Francois Hoang: Cute coffee shop for Mile-End. Beautiful space and delicious menu too. Give it a try!

Arts Cafe is one of Montreal.

52. Arts Cafe

201, avenue Fairmount Ouest (Esplanade), Montréal, QC
Café · Mile-End · 60 tips and reviews

Jonathan L.Jonathan Levy: One of the best place to have a good time and start the day in Montréal. Lovely people, and belgian waffles to die for.

Ma Poule Mouillée is one of Montreal.

53. Ma Poule Mouillée

9.0
969 rue Rachel E (Rue Boyer), Montréal, QC
Portuguese Restaurant · Plateau-Mont-Royal · 71 tips and reviews
Rue Saint-Paul is one of Montreal.

54. Rue Saint-Paul

Rue Saint-Paul, Montréal, QC
Road · Vieux-Montréal · 2 tips and reviews
Palais des Congrès de Montréal is one of Montreal.

55. Palais des Congrès de Montréal

159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest (Station Place-d'Armes), Montréal, QC
Convention Center · Ville-Marie · 45 tips and reviews
Taverne Saint-Sacrement is one of Montreal.

56. Taverne Saint-Sacrement

6.9
755 av. du Mont-Royal E (at rue Saint-Hubert), Montréal, QC
Pub · Mile-End · 22 tips and reviews