marché atwater is one of those markets that's easy to linger in. a mix of indoor and outdoor vendors gives it a lively, welcoming feel, whether you're stopping by for groceries or simply wandering without a plan. outside, colourful displays of seasonal fruits and vegetables immediately catch your eye. baskets overflow with vibrant berries, rows of brilliantly coloured tomatoes of every kind brighten the stalls, and freshly cut bouquets add even more colour and fragrance to the market. inside, you'll find specialty shops filled with artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fresh bread, and other local delicacies. it's the perfect place to gather everything you need for an impromptu picnic. pick up a fresh baguette, a few cheeses, some charcuterie, and even a bouquet of flowers before heading to a nearby park or the canal for a leisurely afternoon. if you'd rather stay awhile, there are cafés where you can settle in for breakfast, brunch, or a coffee while soaking up the atmosphere. whether you're shopping, grazing, or simply taking in the sights, marché atwater is well worth adding to your montreal itinerary. read more

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A great marketplace with a variety of items all around. This was just a short walk from the train station and had fruit stands right outside. We got big green grapes that were quite pricey, nearly $20 USD but they were just grapes, they were more juicy though. There are also a few places to eat, we ended up at a bakery cafe at the end upstairs. They had different sandwiches and focaccia similar to a pizza type. They heat these up so it was perfect to eat right away. *Warning* There was a an issue of not being labeled nut and asking the worker if there was any and they said no but after confirming with the cook there was walnut in the bread. So I would be extra careful about that. Other than that they had foie gras for sale as well as many other places that had it as well. There were a few grocery stores and butcher shops so there is a lot to choose from if you are looking for different types. There were a few dessert places but the place isn't too big with more variety for grocery food items. read more

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A wonderful market with vegetables, plants and flowers, cheese, all kinds of things. Great place to shop if you're a local, great place to wander if you're a visitor. There are a few spots to have lunch and a little food court with tables -- and a full bar! We had pad thai. read more

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I walked by the cookie vendor and everything looked amazing if I chose to go with the cookie butter, it was crispy on the outside yet gooey on the inside. It also had a mound of cookie butter cream in the middle which was incredible, a decadent treat most definitely! read more

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TL;DR/The Short Version: Market selling local and artisan goods. There's an enclosed indoor section that's open year-round and an outdoors open air section that's open during warmer weather. The Long Version: Atwater Market is a fun market to go to. It's along the Lachine Canal. There's an indoor section that's permanent and open year-round. It houses mostly butchers (selling very expensive meats, lol), cheese mongers, fish mongers and bakeries and other shops selling artisan foods. The outdoor section is seasonal and in the summer it's mostly fruits, vegetables and plants. There's also an open-air food court called Pôle de Saveurs which is open May -October. We ate at Le Petit Sao in the food court and it was excellent. The food court does get a bit crowded though (we went on a Tuesday around lunchtime and it was packed). The outdoor seating is communal picnic tables. If you're a bit antisocial like us, fear not, they have several small round tables for 2 inside the indoors section of the market and most were unoccupied. We snagged a table and had a quiet and comfortable lunch. There's parking on-site. The first 15 minutes is free if you are just grabbing something quick. Otherwise it's $2.25 an hour (rounded up to the hour). It's right by the Lionel-Groux Metro station, so very accessible via public transit. Review #148 (2025) read more

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Huge market, beautiful produce, tons of shops surrounding the food stands that sell all sorts of dry goods, jams, syrups etc. A handful of food trucks and picnic tables for grabbing lunch. And then if you enter the inside shopping area up the stairs there are a bunch of meat suppliers. read more

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Visiting Montreal with my family. Went to Marche Atwater and tasted some marvelous cheeses with Patrick, amazing pork pate with green peppercorns, and yummy smoked meat sliced thinly. Bought some amazing and fresh strawberries and raspberries! The boulangerie had great olive bread and many other selections! read more

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For the past few years, I have enjoyed Marche Atwater more and more...there's a well defined food court outside the main building with lots of choices of ethnic cuisines. There's a really large flower and plant shop also on the outside with beautiful choices for those who love colorful greenery and flowers. Still there are dozens of vegetable and fruit stands at the market as well as many prepared and gourmet food stores. Easy to get to using the metro at Lionel Grioulx. read more

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Beautiful market with lots of options!!! You can score quite a few deals!! Lots of fresh, local produce that looks beautiful. I picked up some fresh produce and a baguette from a store which claimed to have Montreal's #1 baguette. I always love coming to the market. There's so much to see and shop for. I'd recommend coming hungry because there are some stalls in the centre serving full meals. Next time I'll have to go to the flower shop! read more

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Such a cool indoor/outdoor market for everything you could need want or dream of!! We were able to find some of our favorite French grocery brands and treats inside too which was an unexpected treat. We loved wandering throguh and then enjoying a little lunch in the outdoor food stall area. The food stalls are radically over priced (noteably the Thai food stall charge $25 for a small noodle dish) but was tasty. The vegetable displays are so intentional and all the mums in season right now are beautiful! read more

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I love markets especially ones where they're multiple stalls with different items and folks that specialize in areas like meats, fishes, produce, nuts, etc. Although in the US we have farmers markets where it's kind of similar, I like that this is an actual location that is permanent and most of the stalls are indoors so you're safe from the elements. You can find a variety of goods here and can get lost in a good way. We only had to pick up a few items for New Years Eve so we picked up cake, veggies, a sparkling cider, cheese as well as lobsters. It was a bit crowded initially but there were areas that were a little less which was nice. Either way it's a lovely spot for those who like to peruse goods/food and also great if you're looking for local items for gifts! read more

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Great market, if I lived in the area I would be a regular. Some good hot food choices and plenty of butchers, deli, bakery, fruits, vegetables and plants. Premiere Moisson anchors the indoor space and has a ton of options, it was quite busy. Walking the interior you get a sense of Deja vu, I'm sure there's differences in the meat counters but felt like a lot of repeat options. Tip for visitors...it's an easy walk from the 747 bus stop that goes to and from airport at Lionel Groulx Metro. We stopped by with luggage when we arrived and on our return to airport! read more

The whole place is a delight. Sat yourself a spending limit, and make sure you reserve some for the bakery/patisserie. I was happy to wait in line on a busy Saturday to grab a second "Royal". It's well and surely the best confectionery I've ever seen. All of the vendors were enthusiastic. The meats, cheeses and produce beautiful. Truly large enough to have anything you want and small enough to walk everything-and be known if you go regularly. read more

Marché Atwater - Royals (second from the left, and so much more. This is not even 20% of what you'll find. - Public Markets Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Lovely breakfast here at the market. We ordered some pastries and a latte and cappuccino and were seated to enjoy. Everything was truly so tasty. Afterwards we walked around to check out the other businesses here in the market. Many great options for fresh meat, cheese, pasta, and more. We went on Monday morning and it was busy! read more

Marché Atwater - Cappuccino, latte, pastries - Public Markets Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

If you like fresh and quality food, go to this market!! Amazing food. You can enjoybagain flavours that were lost with the supermarkets.

Visited on June 17, 2019 I visited this place when I was in Montreal last year. I heard great things about this place and......THEY WERE RIGHT! The people I encountered at this market were pleasant and quite helpful. I don't know how to speak french (yet), however, most where more than happy to converse with me in English. The icecream/gelatto bar was one of my favorite, probably because the guy provided lots of samples to taste. It was hard to choose so I pretty much got like 4 flavors (mango, lemon, strawberry, and chocolate) -it may be a weird combination to some, but it was delicious and refreshing on that hot summer day. I can't wait to visit this place by next year. I had such a great time even though I got lost on my way there. Lol. read more

Definitely worth a visit to enjoy some delicious breads, cheeses, jams and jellies as well as all the spices you could imagine and chocolates galore. It's markedly smaller than Jean Talon but you can find all your essentials here. It's mostly covered or indoors which was convenient on the rainy day we visited. There is also free 90 minute lot parking which was much appreciated. I did find some of the prices a bit higher for some items but the selection is amazing. Excellent COVID protocols. read more

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Love this place! It's like an eternal farmers market or just a great local place for a lot of locally made products or hard to find products. It has different things for everyone and it's interesting that right next door is a huge supermarket. It's definitely a place you have to visit if it's your first time visiting Montreal. Or even if it's not, it's a great place to find gifts for someone. read more

I can't compare Atwater to Montreal's other markets since this is the only one I have visited. It's pretty terrific. More established businesses -- butchers, a bakery, sweet shops, coffee shops, restaurants-- are inside. Produce vendors outside. We bought wild blueberries, apples and 'ground cherries' (they look a bit like a smaller version of the tomatillo, but taste a bit like a kiwi. We were there in October and there was an enormous number of pumpkins of every sort. read more

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Atwater Market is a large indoor and outdoor market in the Saint-Henri neighborhood dating back to 1933. If you see a large tower with a clock on it, run to it to enjoy great food and fresh produce. The outdoor market serves all sorts of fresh produce from fruit and vegetables as well as eggs, meats, etc. There are also food stalls that brew coffee, make food from around the world, etc. There are also long tables under tarps for people to enjoy their food. The inside is smaller, but still majestic. If you like pastries, go to Première Moisson. There will be a line, but it moves fast. read more

Well this was pretty underwhelming and disappointing... I thought it would be more than just produce but that's mostly what it is. Pricey produce, that is. You can find similar quality for cheaper at the local supermarkets. None of the food stands by the food truck area were open, which is what we were looking forward to. Maybe it's because we came on a Monday, but I'm not sure I'd want to give it a second chance if I ever come back to Montreal. At least there was free parking! And plenty of it (though I can't say the same would happen on weekends). read more

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I was expecting to be done with this area in a short time but we had a great time walking around and looking at all the different shops to get a feel for being in Europe without having to fly so far! We got some snacks, bought a couple of souvenirs, and had some gelato. It's summer so we lucked out having mango and guava flavored gelato! Just couldn't leave the place so we ended up renting a swan paddle boat to see the canal which was just a fun way to spend an hour on the water. Pro tip: Park in the lot and you get 90 minutes free parking. We didn't know until we were leaving, so we ended up parking on the street and paying. Oh well. I'm on vacation... read more

OMG!!!!!! Atwater is so awesome!!! Open space. Great fruit. Amazing vegetables. Even plants, from basil to succulents. There's a specialty cheese shop, and bakery. If you're hungry, there's a bunch of picnic tables so you can order anything from sushi to laksa. I love this place and cannot wait to come back! PS. There's a liquor store across the street so you can buy everything you need for dinner within two blocks. read more

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This is a beautiful market filled with fresh flowers, plants, cheese, meat, wine-you name it! Part indoor and part outdoor. We went through the cafe line today for lunch. Delicious. read more

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Atwater Market was the 2nd farmers market that we visited during our Montreal trip. This farmers market is both outdoor and indoors. For the outdoor market, you'll see vendors selling FRESH fruits, vegetables, flowers, etc. For the indoor market (i.e. inside the building), you see vendors selling fresh meat and cheeses. There were some specialty stores selling unique products too. We also had lunch at "Satay Brothers" while at Atwater Market. To get to Atwater Market, take the metro to "Lionel-Groulx" (GREEN line) station and it's about 5-10 minutes walk from the metro station. read more

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food from the carious vendors... stocked up for our two weeks stay with basics... plus it is only a ten minutes commute by train and a short walk from our apartment ... SAQ is nearby so got beer and wine too read more

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We hit up Marché Atwater the last time we were here in the Fall- but even then, it was more like an in and out thing- and didn't get a chance to sample all the vendors. However, this time around, I didn't want to go home without first going through all the nooks and crannies of what makes Marché Atwater pop. The Market is located just about 15 or so minutes away from Old Montréal with plenty of parking. About 50 or so vendors here, are all skillful in their own right. We stopped by again at Paradis du Fromage to pick up Bourgogne and a Cambozola (a nice mix of the mildest Bleu and Brie- into one). Tea shops, Chocolates and so may other vendors-just give you the very best in quality. Even the Oranges come from Spain! What the hell? Even one of the Boulangeries here- had a killer Baguette (that we even couldn't get at a legendary Bakery in Québec!!!)- made with a crusty exterior and weightless inside. Perfect Baguette! And if you so come in hungry, this Boulangerie (which I forgot its name) has a nice assortment of light sandwiches for grabbing a quick bite. I'm not up for cooking while on vacation, but I wouldn't be opposed to buying local Cheeses, Baguette, Fruits and Chocolates- to bring to our hotel the next time we're in Montréal to nosh on. I'm so into Marché Atwater- not just because they're popular (ok......maybe). But also because they're freaking totally epic. read more

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Wonderful place to browse beautiful array of artisanal products from local vendors, but be ready to pay for that level of quality. A nice foodie site-seeing destination. Good people watching along nearby Lachine Canal. read more

I love me an open market. I've been to open markets around the world and this is a solid one. While this isn't a huge open market, it has every staple you need and they are quality. From the boulangerie to the various butchers, fishmonger, cheesemonger, and green grocers, this place has everything you need to make a great meal at home. Great market and there is a reason it is famous. read more

I love farmers markets, there I unequivocally said it. Fresh vegetables and fruits, fresh cheeses and breads ...at reasonably priced points ...with easy parking nearby. Lots of eye candy with everything in season available: blackberries, corn, cantaloupes. Plus meat stores, fresh flowers, food courts with sandwiches, oysters and vegetarian options. Stop in to grab a few things and taste samples (blueberry ice cream and salami samples). I'm just mad NY doesn't have anything similar by a country mile. This took me back to markets in Europe where the real stars were the offerings and not the surrounding or the chefs. Nibble away and let your eyes carry you while your stomach will be rewarded. read more

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A great stop in Montreal, with many restaurants and specialty food shops. This is a large outdoor farmer's market and more. I bought a little cactus plant as a gift at the nursery across the street and had some slices of gourmet cheese as a snack. Take a stroll over the canal while there. read more

I love exploring farmers markets whenever I travel somewhere! Atwater Market (Marche Atwater) is a great place to explore, buy some local produce or grab lunch at one of the many food stalls. You can grab some patisseries and sit along the canal and finish you meal with some gelato, who doesn't want that! This market has everything fresh bread, cheese, meats, charcuterie and some great food stalls in the outdoor sections. Shop the market and then grab something to eat! read more

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After going to Marché Jean Telon for so many years when visiting Montreal, it's really hard to find one that lives up to the same standards. I decided to check this market out to see what is different. I didn't feel like I missed much. The pros: fresh produce from the farms, many vendors selling food for a quick bite, easy parking across the market by the grocery market and pretty plants to purchase. The cons: weird layout to the market. There is some vendors outside and some inside. The bakery inside is very congested because a lot of people use the entrance to get to the inside vendors and there isn't a lot of space to move, wait for your ticket to be called or dine at the small tables inside. The strawberries we bought from one of the vendors was delicious. Prices are pretty reasonable comparable to the regular grocery market but better quality. If you decide to grab a bite there are some tables by the food vendors but not a lot. They do have the space to add more, so more people can dine comfortably. As for markets I would just say it's okay. If you only have time to visit one, go to the Marche Jean Telon. read more

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Nice indoor / outdoor market in an old neighborhood. Was pretty crowded on a recent October Saturday -- LOTS of vendors selling meat, cheeses, pastries, fruits and veggies, etc. Not too many place to eat there which is my only complaint. Did find an excellent pizza joint that was mobbed but you take a number and the line moves pretty fast. Probably a good idea if you were going to buy local food and cook it yourself that night but we were tourists. Oh, right next to the market near the river there were a few vendors selling beer outside with a DJ playing tunes. Wish I would have known this before filling up on food! Next time! read more

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This large outdoor/indoor year-round farmers market in Atwater was packed on the Saturday we visited. A main attraction for us was the Singaporean street food lunch at the Satay Brothers stall in the open air food court area. The delicious satay skewers, gado gado and laksa were all good; the standouts were the savory steamed pork bun and sweet Kueh Bengka. After lunch we made our way to the interior hall, strolling past butcher stores, local grown fresh produce vendors, nurseries, groceries and souvenir specialty shops. We ended this fascinating sightseeing excursion with a pleasant walk along the nearby Lachine Canal, and admired the photogenic Art Deco tower from afar. It was a great experience soaking in the local flavor. read more

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I absolutely love fresh markets and this one did not disappoint! Outside it has fresh flowers, plants, food court area with ice cream, sweets, food, drinks, and juices. It also has a huge indoor section where the restrooms are located, fresh fish and seafood, meats, fresh bread, fresh fruits and veggies (also might be outdoor depending on the season), honey/jam, and yummy desserts. There is definitely a fishy smell inside because of the fresh seafood which is normal for markets. It's a pretty cute market to just walk through if you're in the neighborhood. read more

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What I noticed most about this place was that there was a lot of butcher shops and cheese shops. Yum! I purchased some cheese and charcuterie for late night snacking. Parking was easy as there is a dedicated lot. read more

The Atwater Market is another indoor public market that offers a variety of vendors, from butchers offering fresh meat, delis, local produce, and specialty products. It's housed in an art deco building, designed by Ludger Lemieux, situated near the Lachine Canal and a few blocks of a walk from the Lionel-Groulx metro. Open year-round, I was slightly disappointed with this market as it seemed a bit too cramped, and there really weren't any signs that directed you to certain vendors. It was a little overwhelming, and I found that I found more variety over at the Jean-Talon. On a side note, there is a lot that encircles the building, so watch out for the cars trying to park/leave the lot. +not many signs/directory +cramped spaces +near the Lionel-Groulx metro +open year-round read more

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Let this be a cautionary lesson for anyone reading this review! I was at Marche Atwater and excited to buy local fruits and veggies. What I wasn't ready for was being scammed by the vendors. They display fruits IE: blueberries, in a container which is then placed in a secondary larger container to create the illusion that it looks fuller. I admit, I allowed myself to get conned by this slight of hand trick. Be careful and let my experience influence your choices and decisions. Personally, I will never return. read more

Marche Atwater (The Atwater Market) is a must stop for anyone in Montreal. I dream of this place. It is a huge indoor/ outdoor market place with dozens of little food shops. Butcheries, Cheese (fromage), beire, vin, specialty foods, bakery. Even a pet store. The outside shops is all local farmers with flowers, fruits, vegetables, honey, maple syrup, corn and pumpkins. The lady who sells homemade pickles, relishes, jams & jellies, , and salted herbs rocks. I also love the "Pantry Store" which sells everything for the kitchen pantry from coffee, tea, hot sauce, imported specialties, fine vinegars, and hard to find items. A little place of heaven. It is a fun way to shop and be entertained at the same time. A great spot for the whole family. Free parking in the lot, or metered street. The website can accessed at http://www.marche-atwater.com/ read more