My SIL insisted we try Mon Lapin while in Montreal. She was not wrong- every dish was amazing and…read moreour server was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, patient, and quick to make thoughtful drink suggestions and wine pairings. Before we left, she was kind enough to offer to make a list of restaurants and activities that she thought we would enjoy while in town over the next couple days.

It's hard not to give this small, unpretentious gem five stars. First of all, you will not find a…read moremore hospitable restaurant anywhere in the world. I mean that. This is a down-to-earth, casual, cozy bistro. Positive energy abounds. The question I have is why it's rated by some pubs as the best restaurant in Canada and fifth best in North America by the NY Times. It's not that it's undeserving of accolades, but it may or not be the best restaurant in Montreal. One could argue. Enjoyed both pastas, chicken liver mousse with radishes and fried chicken, and asparagus salad. The halibut was the only disappointment. It was a bit bland and the sauce failed to elevate it. I'll definitely return on my next visit to Montreal.

2 years and still going strong, still my favorite wine bar in MTL…read more Amazing service, Amazing ambiance, Amazing selection of food and drinks. If you wanna treat yourself, your lover, or your friends. Go here.

Very cute spot to grab a glass of wine or cider. Lots of comfy seating and also seats around their…read morebar. My bf and I were here for an early dinner and ordered some tapas as well as their cider on tap. We enjoyed everything! I really enjoyed their calamari. The service was also attentive and friendly. We definitely will be back to try more dishes!

This was our 'sentence filler' that was suggested by the host of the restaurant we were about to…read moredine in while waiting for our table. See Urbanista as a happy-go-lucky spot in the Plateau Mont-Royal area where music keeps playing and smiles don't stop. Their style is mish-mash but comes together in their own funky way: Cabbage Patch Doll perched up on a shelf, some small decorative palm trees and tchotchkes everywhere. The bar looked is stocked with a nice arsenal of bottles but our Midori Sour and hubs' Jack & Coke drinks were pure juice and no strength. To add, when I tried using my Yelp check-in offer, I was told that they didn't know anything about the offer ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. Plus it was almost upsetting that they thought I wanted a 'free' drink when it was actually an 'offer' their business put out. Anyhow. The owner(?) was pleasant and even though she didn't know about the Yelp check-in offer, Urbanista's vibe is really up our alley. Since cocktails didn't wow me, perhaps their bites would've.

They have happy hour from 5-9pm, 2 for 1 cocktails. The cocktails all range from 12-16 dollars, so…read morethis is a very good deal! They are your classic cocktails, nothing new. It was a very cozy and comfortable interior, we relaxed on the couch. There was only one girl serving and making drinks, she did a great job. Service was quick and friendly. Would recommend!

We had just gone shopping for a couple of bottles at the SAQ on Beaubien, just 3-4 blocks from…read morevinvinvin and decided to try it out. It was around 3pm and of course we were the only people there, but generally didn't find the service to be that friendly or accommodating - it was more courteous and efficient as opposed to being very welcoming, which is totally fine. Overall, like many wine bars in Montreal, the BTG and bottle list skews very heavily toward natural or minimal intervention wines from all over the world (except the United States due to tariff boycotts). Although Quebec is a burgeoning wine producing region (often overshadowed by BC wines from Okanagan and ON ice wines), I found many lists did not offer much from the region, which is really disappointing. vinvinvin definitely had the most options available (perhaps 5-6 total of 40-50+ labels) and many BTG, which is great if you're looking to try some local wines. They do offer food, but the kitchen doesn't open until 4pm so we didn't try anything. Overall, I like the decor of the place and it seems like it'd be a really fun place to hang out with friends. But given that we were the only clients there at the time, I wish the service was a bit friendlier.

Came here for pre-dinner drinks. Service was okay, not the best. My partner make a specific request…read morefor his drink, and because of that, it took forever for him to get his drink, and several times calling over the server to check in on the order. Prices were okay, and wine selection is not too bad. We got a couple of vermouths, which were nice to drink. We ordered olives to nibble on and I thought those were good. Decor looks unpretentious at least, but a bit too crowded for my taste. It's an okay place to visit if you want some pre-dinner beverages.

We enjoyed both the food and the ambiance here which were both very modern. The lamb was delicious…read moreand our favorite was the pasta. Normally we eat at l'express but I'm sorry to say that after trying this place; l'express has lost two long time customers. This French spot is the best in Montreal; I would vote to Michelin star them down asap the service and flow was a bit better. Transitions between meals could be better for guest experience

The service was flawless - attentive but not overbearing, warm and friendly but efficient…read more The food was decadent but sometimes a little too much so. We ordered the halibut which was a well balanced and composed dish with sweet Montreal corn, delicate fish, and briny clams. We also had the lobster pasta and this was too salty for my personal taste. The sauce was overwhelmingly salty and the pasta itself was too al dente for me with too much extra chewing. The lobster was perfectly cooked, however. They have both outdoor and indoor seating with a chic bar counter and tight tables. Cute place with good French cooking.

Anytime is coffee & cocktail time right? Well apparently it is at Cafécoquetel! Right in the heart…read moreof Villeray, you can either enjoy your favourite third wave coffee (Zab), mocktail, cocktail, cider, beer, or glass of wine anytime from 9am to 9pm from Thursday to Monday. Dark'n'Stormy, Expresso Old Fashioned, Hot Toddé are alcohol-free but you can always add a shot depending on your mood. Order a Penicillin, Cayenne Negroni, Pomme Collins, or a custom classic of your choice if you feel line something stronger. Today, a Nordic shrimp roll was calling me but will reserve that when I return with friends over a glass of white vino... for now, I opted for the menu du jour grilled cheese, and their signature latte with steeped rose petals and pink peppercorns - a brighter, fruitier, milder in spiciness than the black peppercorn. Opened in February 2021, headed by Pénéloppe Tancrède (Brasserie Harricana) and Gabriel Lavallé (Café Paquebot), is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. What a beautiful first experience this was, and certainly won't be the last. Hope you get to discover this hidden gem!

Excellent welcome. Great ambiance. Wine list amazing although the real deals are buried deep. Food…read moreis also excellent despite a short menu. We love this place. So do many others.

Bar hopped here as I've heard amazing things about Le rouge gorge…read more Didn't make reservations, but we were lucky enough to get seats for 5. We got situated in the bottom floor area where there was a Dj and other patrons enjoying their drinks and food. We only came here for drinks, so I got my server to surprise me with a mock tail since I was pregnant, and we got some fries on the side to munch on. Menu for food wasn't extensive, more for snacking than dining imo. Server came back with fries and our drinks. My drink was surprisingly good, I had to make sure there was no alcohol, since I could taste somewhat of gin in there, but there wasn't! The fries were hot and fresh, so good! The other 4 ladies had no problem devouring their alcohol infused drinks, plus a couple of shots and off to another bar we go!

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Cozy restaurant with a kitchenside bar, focusing on farm to table small plates centered around clever usage of vegetables to make stunning dishes. I found the cuisine to be vibrant and healthful, with bright and energizing flavors that were well executed overall. The staff are knowledgable about the menu and dish conception, and generally pleasant and friendly to converse with. (Jacqual: B) - Simply presented drink that features hibiscus and citrus with zero proof beer, which I found fascinating. The beer notes are in the background prevailed by the sourness of the other components, where I wish there was a little more added sweetness. (Fried Maitake: A) - Perfectly seasoned dish with tender and high surface area mushrooms coated in an impressly crisp batter given the moisture usually found in mushrooms. The seasoning could not be better with the salt and spice combo; the chive and parsley mayo also add an herbaceous depth of flavor. (Heirloom Tomatoes: A) - Pefectly plated tomatoes with a surprising sunflower seed forward profile given the subtleness of the ingredient; the dish is well balanced and brings out the harmonious flavors of the garden, although I think the bites with flake salt had that even more perfect note. (Hanger Steak: A+) - Beautifully perfected cut of beef with Asian inspiration; the steak is juicily pink with a charred exterior; the carrot ginger puree has a lovely mild and lingering spice, with some additional spice coming from the shishito and the pickled jalapeno. Beautiful dish. (Peach Sorbet: C) - Flavorally pleasant dessert with peach three ways and a nut crumble to add crunch; the sorbet was very hard though and could have benefitted from spirits in the churning process. Food: +1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Très jolie terasse avec Le menu est petit, quelques amuse…read moregueules, une dizaine d entrés et de plats principale mais tous excellent. J'ai commencé avec les champignons Maitake frit et la mayo herbacée c'est excellent j'aime bien la texture et le goût. J'ai ensuite prit le tartare de boeuf avonlea un mixte parfait bien relevé et original. En fin sur une note plus légère les pétoncles cru avec concombre et aneth. Les 3 services riches en saveurs et très bien présentés. Excellent services