Maison Publique is much more than a “little neighbourhood pub”. The humblebrag schtick is of the moment but who’s he kidding: Dammann is one of the top chefs in Montreal. [Eater 38 Member]
"Au Pied de Cochon is simply one of my favourite restaurants on the planet - and the Rabelesian Martin Picard one of my favourite chefs." -Anthony Bourdain [Eater 38 Member]
After two decades, the Relais & Châteaux chef's flagship restaurant is as crucial as ever. [Eater 38 Member]
La Chronique has a "fussy, no-nonsene", "save it for a special occasion" rep but the food is often playful and not solely for a Saturday anniversary dinner. [Eater 38 Member]
La Salle à Manger is the poster child for Plateau scenesterdom but the restaurant is not too cool to forget what binds a place to a particular 'hood in the long run. [Eater 38 Member]
Nobody should be alarmed that Les 400 Coups' original founders recently left the well-orchestrated restaurant to pursue other projects. Expect a seamless transition. [Eater 38 Member]
Time will tell if the Steven Leslie (Monkland Tavern, Tavern on the Square) bred owners can pull it off with their homemade pastas, tartares, fish tacos and pork chops and spaetzle. [Eater 38 Member]
The bar’s interior is a throwback to another time, and its cocktails are good and plentiful. Read more.
Pour four drinks simultaneously with their fancy tabletop absinthe fountains, and your liver won't be green much longer. Read more.
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]
Tony stops in for drinks, headcheese, smoked sausage, pork salad, escargot & lobster. As seen on Travel Channel’s The Layover with Anthony Bourdain.
A simple & classic bistro with good steak & frites and trout salad. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
A decade in and Marsolais and Pelletier's artful homage to both gun and rod is as excellent as ever. This is a restaurant that manages refinement without grandiloquence. [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.
Referred to by locals as the “G-Spot,” this '50s-style greasy spoon has 27 different poutine available, though ask the waitress, and she’ll recommend the Reine Gadboi. Go there and let us know!
There are 8 styles of poutine to choose from, including a hearty sucker topped with steak, mushrooms, and fried onions. Interesting enough their selection of 17 different sauces to dip the fries in.
Casa’s a great place to take in a night on their patio or to catch a band in their second room. They serve up regular DJ's and nacho plates large enough to ensure you probably won't be able to dance. Read more.
Focuses on fresh fish and seafood purchased daily from the market. We recommend everything on their cold tapas menu as welcome alternatives to all things grilled, seared or fried.
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.
