Activities

Take a walk up to the lookout on the top of Mount Royal, sit and enjoy the view from Beaver Lake.

Rent a Bixi and ride around the waterfront.

Explore the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal.

Indulge in some shopping on Sainte-Catherine St. in the downtown core.

Head to the Atwater or Jean-Talon market to check the fresh food and local vendors.

Get your hair/nails done at O Coiffure & Spa downtown and have an exceptional cocktail while you wait.

Brunch/lunch

BEAUTY'S LUNCHEONETTE
Jarred's favourite brunch! Get the BBM and thank us later.

ARTHUR'S NOSH BAR
Jess's favourite & definitely worth the wait. Get the latke smorgasbord & the pancakes.

ST. VIATEUR & FAIRMOUNT BAGEL
Two options for a quick, authentic Montreal bagel. 

OLIVE & GOURMANDO
Amazing sandwiches, salads, and café in the heart of Old Montreal
 
SCHWARTZ
Needs no introduction.

LEMEAC
A neighborhood French bistro famous for its pain perdu (french toast). Reservations available. 

DANDY
All-day brunch, pizza & baked goods, plus coffee, cocktails & natural wines.

LARRY'S
A great spot for any meal of the day in the Mild End. Start with coffee, finish with wine.

Casual Dining

ELENA
Pizza & Wine is all you need.

Cadet
Creative shared plates including seafood & meat, with an open kitchen & wine bar.

Satay Brothers
Delicious asian cuisine, loud music, great drink. Vegan friendly.

Kazu

Japanese bar food. Great for a quick meal or takeout.

Stem Bar

Classic wine bar with a great atmosphere and refined plates

Mano Cornuto

Sandwiches, pasta dishes & wine served in an Italian restaurant with an upbeat ambiance.

Buvette Chez Simone

The OG natural wine bar & tapas. Great vibe. No Resos.

Gia Vin & Grill

Elena’s new sister restaurant, another great spot for small plates and natural wines.

Tacos la Capitale
Casual tacos & cocktails in Chinatown. 

Orange Julep

Iconic giant orange on the side of the highway. A “casse croute” serving hot dogs & fries for takeaway. Jarred’s favourite poutine in Montreal.

Upscale Dining

JOE BEEF / LIVERPOOL HOUSE
The best for a reason.

TUCK SHOP
Neighbourhood eatery for upscale, market-driven eclectic dishes in a compact & cozy room with a bar.

FOXY
Open wood-fire kitchen paired with a rustic ambiance and a seasonal menu.

NORA GRAY
Cozy, warm, and wine-focused, with simple, satisfying, and seasonal Italian fare.

Grab a drink

Here are some of our favourite bars in the city!

Marches Eclusiers
Outdoor spot by the water in Old Montreal, great for a bite or a cocktail

Bar George
Grand, swanky wood-clad venue serving a Scottish & British menu with cocktails in a boutique hotel.

Mal Necessaire
Check out this tiki-style Chinatown bar after grabbing tacos from La Capitale

Atwater Cocktail Club
Speakeasy-style cocktail bar with impressive cocktail list

Philemon
Busy drinkerie with a large bar in Old Montreal.

Loic
Buzzy locale serving elevated bistro fare, cocktails & imported wine in a casual space with a patio. Gets packed when the lights go down.