Old fashioned, medium fat, black cherry soda, maybe some pickles, maybe some fries. That's it, that's all. [Eater 38 Member]
Art adorns the walls, the wine list invariably compels and plates like foie gras parfait with roasted prunes, calf's liver à la Montréalaise and raspberry trifle with sprinkles. [Eater 38 Member]
Even in the depths of Montreal winter, there is always a line outside of this cozy Japanese izakaya. This restaurant is well worth the wait for the best ramen in town or a drool-worthy shrimp burger Read more.
A great bistro with dishes such as Portugese chicken. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
Drinks are regularly lit on fire in this otherwise dimly-lit bar that has the feel of an ol’ timey speakeasy. Read more.
Some of the best local cocktails in town. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
Drink wine until you think it's a good idea to try and speak French even though your French sucks, then drink more wine so you don't feel bad about it.
Dave McMillan, Fred Morin, Vanya Filipovic and Marc-Olivier Frappier's no reservations wine bar is an elegant companion to Joe Beef and Liverpool House.
"Montreal’s buvettes occupy a particular cozy-chic niche – somewhere between wine bars and gastropubs – and this one has the city’s heartbeat at rest." Sarah Musgrave, enRoute [Eater 38 Member]
A great example of local-style bagels, which are hand rolled and wood fire baked! As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
This shop sells 850 different varieties of cheese! As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
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.
Located in the heart of Little Italy, this market is a food lover’s haven. Aside from fresh market finds, you’ll also find live musicians, interesting characters and a unique ambiance.
Love Marche Atwater situated by the canal. Like it better than Jean-Talon market in the summer, beautiful.
Dieu du Ciel! has everything from chocolate stouts to peppercorn-infused red ales to "Aphrodisiaque" cocktails (sometimes known as "literally any cocktail"). Read more.
A simple & classic bistro with good steak & frites and trout salad. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
