Tanya's Guidebook
Food scene
It’s a great place for a pint on the terrace, or a glass of cidre at the bar. If you like to work and enjoy some great hospitality this is the place for you. Hip artists from around the world turn this into their, yet at the same time it’s a meeting place for friends and the ambiance is perfect for intimate conversation.
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Le Darling
4328 Boul. Saint-LaurentIt’s a great place for a pint on the terrace, or a glass of cidre at the bar. If you like to work and enjoy some great hospitality this is the place for you. Hip artists from around the world turn this into their, yet at the same time it’s a meeting place for friends and the ambiance is perfect for intimate conversation.
Traditional French dishes serving local ingredients with a variety of menus based on what produce is available during that season.
J’adore Le Majestique! The food is delicious, the wine is tasty, and people are lovely. I love decor, especially the antiques. C’est beau. Très majestique.
Traditional French cooking with butter and wine; this is what I consider to be one the Plateau-Mount-Royals finest.
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Le Majestique Montreal
4105 Boul. Saint-LaurentTraditional French dishes serving local ingredients with a variety of menus based on what produce is available during that season.
J’adore Le Majestique! The food is delicious, the wine is tasty, and people are lovely. I love decor, especially the antiques. C’est beau. Très majestique.
Traditional French cooking with butter and wine; this is what I consider to be one the Plateau-Mount-Royals finest.
Best poutine in Montréal! Hands down.
It’s an eclectic 50’s style diner run by cool people who sling burgers, fries, poutines, and pints. It’s kinda punk rock; the people are kind with great music.
It’s always busy but don’t be shy. It’s worth the hustle. I’d recommend the traditional poutine with a beer. A seat near the window over looking Mount Royal is ideal!
It’s always busy! But keep in mind it’s closed during the winter seasons.
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Patati Patata Friterie de Luxe
4177 Boul. Saint-LaurentBest poutine in Montréal! Hands down.
It’s an eclectic 50’s style diner run by cool people who sling burgers, fries, poutines, and pints. It’s kinda punk rock; the people are kind with great music.
It’s always busy but don’t be shy. It’s worth the hustle. I’d recommend the traditional poutine with a beer. A seat near the window over looking Mount Royal is ideal!
It’s always busy! But keep in mind it’s closed during the winter seasons.
Mamie Clafoutis is by far my favourite bakery! They make me blush every time I go in because I love them so much.
They have perfected the quiche. J’adore le petit quiche pour une petit déjeuner. The grilled vegetables with goat cheese is like ratatouille in a quiche. C’est magnifique.
Thé clafoutis, quiche, baguettes, crossaient, breads, everything is amazing!
There is a sitting area above the bakery with wifi in where one can work and eat.
I saw a lady with a Tuna sandwich on a baguette with a coffee on a tray last week. I was envious of her as I took my quiche to go. It looked delicious. I have friends who spend their breakfast and/or lunch here while working. I’ve only ever ordered to go but it’s a great place to stay.
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Mamie Clafoutis
3660 R. Saint-DenisMamie Clafoutis is by far my favourite bakery! They make me blush every time I go in because I love them so much.
They have perfected the quiche. J’adore le petit quiche pour une petit déjeuner. The grilled vegetables with goat cheese is like ratatouille in a quiche. C’est magnifique.
Thé clafoutis, quiche, baguettes, crossaient, breads, everything is amazing!
There is a sitting area above the bakery with wifi in where one can work and eat.
I saw a lady with a Tuna sandwich on a baguette with a coffee on a tray last week. I was envious of her as I took my quiche to go. It looked delicious. I have friends who spend their breakfast and/or lunch here while working. I’ve only ever ordered to go but it’s a great place to stay.
This is the local agricultural market where you can buy food farm to table.
Surrounding the market is everything you’d need to make a gourmet meal. There is a bakery, butcher, an Italian shop, a cheese shop, wineries, and an SAQ.
I love the produce from this market. They have some of the best mushrooms I’ve ever had in my life right now.
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Imarike ye-Jean-Talon
7070 Av. Henri-JulienThis is the local agricultural market where you can buy food farm to table.
Surrounding the market is everything you’d need to make a gourmet meal. There is a bakery, butcher, an Italian shop, a cheese shop, wineries, and an SAQ.
I love the produce from this market. They have some of the best mushrooms I’ve ever had in my life right now.
Artisan falafel with amazing fries.
Theses people are cool. I like them. It’s got a chill communal vibe making for great atmosphere. I personally love the hand washing station in middle of the restaurant.
It’s my go to hangover food. It’s so good.
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Falafel Yoni
54 Rue Saint- Viateur OArtisan falafel with amazing fries.
Theses people are cool. I like them. It’s got a chill communal vibe making for great atmosphere. I personally love the hand washing station in middle of the restaurant.
It’s my go to hangover food. It’s so good.
The best diner in Montréal! Open 24hrs.
Traditional diner food with amazing breakfast. It’s a great place to get some bacon and eggs or possibly a late night poutine.
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Fameux Viande Fumée Et Charcuterie
4500 R. Saint-DenisThe best diner in Montréal! Open 24hrs.
Traditional diner food with amazing breakfast. It’s a great place to get some bacon and eggs or possibly a late night poutine.
Hot bagels out of the oven! Sesame seed is traditional Montréal style.
Grab a warm bagel and a cream cheese to go and eat it as soon as you walk out on the street. Possibly grab a coffee from Cafe Neve on the way.
I like to stock up and buy a dozen and freeze them to eat at home. I love them with eggs and cheese.
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St-Viateur Bagel & Café Mont-Royal
1127 Avenue du Mont-Royal EHot bagels out of the oven! Sesame seed is traditional Montréal style.
Grab a warm bagel and a cream cheese to go and eat it as soon as you walk out on the street. Possibly grab a coffee from Cafe Neve on the way.
I like to stock up and buy a dozen and freeze them to eat at home. I love them with eggs and cheese.
I love this cafe! It’s a great place to get coffee and work work meet a friend.
I love the taste of their coffee. It’s great quality.
My fave coffee shop in Mtl!
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Café Névé
151 Rue Rachel EI love this cafe! It’s a great place to get coffee and work work meet a friend.
I love the taste of their coffee. It’s great quality.
My fave coffee shop in Mtl!
Not as nice as Rue Rachel but a good
Place to grab coffee to go.
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Café Névé (Flocon)
781 Avenue du Mont-Royal ENot as nice as Rue Rachel but a good
Place to grab coffee to go.
Dirty Pizza
25 Avenue du Mont-Royal ETaverne Saint-Sacrement
775 Avenue du Mont-Royal ELocal place for pints and pub food.
Historical cafe with a lot of vegan and veggie options .
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Café Santropol
3990 Rue Saint-UrbainHistorical cafe with a lot of vegan and veggie options .
Local Jerk
8 Av. Duluth EBest doubles in town!
I love this place. They have a good breakfast for a fair price. Great location for people watching while you have breakfast m.
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Hinnawi Bros. Bagel & Café
366 Rue Sherbrooke EI love this place. They have a good breakfast for a fair price. Great location for people watching while you have breakfast m.
Chez Tousignant
6956 Rue DroletPâtisserie Au Kouign Amann
316 Avenue du Mont-Royal ELe coq frit
52A Rue De La Gauchetière OAux Vivres Plateau
4631 Boul. Saint-LaurentTime Out Market
705 Rue Sainte-Catherine OLa Banquise
994 Rue Rachel EstSightseeing
Parc Lafontaine
2108 Bd LafontaineIphakamisa Sir Wilfrid Laurier
5200 Rue de BrébeufI-Mount Royal
I-Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
3800 Chem. Queen MaryINotre-Dame Basilica
110 Rue Notre Dame OIkhethidrali yeMary, Inkosazana yezwe
1085 Rue de la CathédraleI-Square Saint-Louis
312 R. du Square-Saint-LouisNeighbourhoods
Mile-End
I love going to the old port to meet friends down by the water for a pint. It’s a beautiful place to go for a walk and check out the sights.
I personally don’t shop or eat at restaurants in this part of the city but there are many beautiful restaurants and terrace to explore.
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Old Port of Montreal
I love going to the old port to meet friends down by the water for a pint. It’s a beautiful place to go for a walk and check out the sights.
I personally don’t shop or eat at restaurants in this part of the city but there are many beautiful restaurants and terrace to explore.
Gay Village
Westmount
Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
Downtown Montreal
Chinatown
There’s always something happening here. It’s a definite must see.
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Quartier des spectacles
1435 Rue St-AlexandreThere’s always something happening here. It’s a definite must see.
Lachine Canal
Shops
Eva B.
2015 Boul. Saint-LaurentBest organic grocery store in Mtl. It’s fair priced and fast paced. No frills but they have the best quality and biggest selection of organic foods.
They are my go to grocer for anything I can’t get from the farm. I love their bread selection and the amazing quality of foods.
The service is fast and the cashiers can be harsh. Don’t worry if run into people and are confused the first few times. It’s a small space and we all are.
Make sure to bring your own bags or you can use a box at the store.
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Segal's Market
4001 Boul. Saint-LaurentBest organic grocery store in Mtl. It’s fair priced and fast paced. No frills but they have the best quality and biggest selection of organic foods.
They are my go to grocer for anything I can’t get from the farm. I love their bread selection and the amazing quality of foods.
The service is fast and the cashiers can be harsh. Don’t worry if run into people and are confused the first few times. It’s a small space and we all are.
Make sure to bring your own bags or you can use a box at the store.
Writer, illustrator, artist friends will love this store!
All the pens and stationary your heart can desire.
Baltic Club
6525 Boul. Saint-LaurentWriter, illustrator, artist friends will love this store!
All the pens and stationary your heart can desire.
Pajar Canada
4509 Av. ColonialeThe best Canadian winter boots! They also make all kinds of different shoes.
This is the closet weed shop. Saint Hubert is also full of shops.
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SQDC
6872 Rue St-HubertThis is the closet weed shop. Saint Hubert is also full of shops.
DeSerres
334 Rue Sainte-Catherine EMy local go to for art supplies!
This place is amazing!
They have classes for photo development, group and single.
Le Studio Argentique
355 Rue Rachel EThis place is amazing!
They have classes for photo development, group and single.
SQDC
6872 Rue St-HubertThe closest liquor store. Although the Dep sells wine and beer.
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SAQ
1325 Avenue Laurier EThe closest liquor store. Although the Dep sells wine and beer.
SAQ Express
940 Avenue du Mont-Royal EI LOVE this shop.
Thé havé local illustrations and prints from Quebec artists.
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Artpop Montréal
129 Avenue du Mont-Royal EI LOVE this shop.
Thé havé local illustrations and prints from Quebec artists.
Intermarché Boyer
1000 Avenue du Mont-Royal EOpen 24hrs
Hadio
308-314 Avenue du Mont-Royal ENight Life
Live music every night! You’ll always have a good time and make a friend at L’Escogriffe.
I love it here! I’ve met many beautiful people her and heard some great music. I’m starting have quiet the collection of band shirts :)
The patio is a great place to sit and enjoy the sun and take in some people watching, read a book, write, illustrate or create.
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L'Escogriffe Cafe Bar
4461 R. Saint-DenisLive music every night! You’ll always have a good time and make a friend at L’Escogriffe.
I love it here! I’ve met many beautiful people her and heard some great music. I’m starting have quiet the collection of band shirts :)
The patio is a great place to sit and enjoy the sun and take in some people watching, read a book, write, illustrate or create.
Hipster cafe/bar serving vegan and vegetarian food during the day with live music and a bar at night.
I love going here to write poetry, drink pints, meet friends, dance, and over all have a great time.
It attracts a lot of interesting types. Musicians typically and artists.
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L'Escalier
552 Rue Sainte-Catherine EHipster cafe/bar serving vegan and vegetarian food during the day with live music and a bar at night.
I love going here to write poetry, drink pints, meet friends, dance, and over all have a great time.
It attracts a lot of interesting types. Musicians typically and artists.
Rockette Bar
4479 R. Saint-DenisThis is where you can get a glass of bourbon and see some of the worlds best Jazz players.
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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
1254 Rue MackayThis is where you can get a glass of bourbon and see some of the worlds best Jazz players.
This is my local watering hole. I frequent this place and love the bartenders!
Some times I get too political and end up being escorted out ahaha but it’s a great place to grab a drink at the bar to start conversation with a stranger.
One of the oldest music venues in mtl. Many famous musicians started here.
Shows end by midnight.
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Quai Des Brumes
4481 R. Saint-DenisThis is my local watering hole. I frequent this place and love the bartenders!
Some times I get too political and end up being escorted out ahaha but it’s a great place to grab a drink at the bar to start conversation with a stranger.
One of the oldest music venues in mtl. Many famous musicians started here.
Shows end by midnight.
I love this bar! It seems kinda sketchy at first as you walk down a dark hallway but behind the curtain is a swanky lounge with amazing service.
I go alone for a couple glasses of Prosecco. Every time I meet interesting people traveling and end up on an adventure.
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BAR - Big in Japan
4175 Boul. Saint-LaurentI love this bar! It seems kinda sketchy at first as you walk down a dark hallway but behind the curtain is a swanky lounge with amazing service.
I go alone for a couple glasses of Prosecco. Every time I meet interesting people traveling and end up on an adventure.
The hippest bar in town. This is where you’ll find all the Instagram Influencers.
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Apt. 200
3643 Boul. Saint-LaurentThe hippest bar in town. This is where you’ll find all the Instagram Influencers.
Nacarat Bar, Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
900 Boulevard René-Lévesque OCasa Del Popolo
4873 Boul. Saint-LaurentThings to do
A beautiful old theatre featuring Indie Cinema. I love this cinema.
It’s my favourite cinema. They play interesting International films.
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Cinema du Parc
3575 Av du ParcA beautiful old theatre featuring Indie Cinema. I love this cinema.
It’s my favourite cinema. They play interesting International films.
Cinéma Beaubien
2396 Rue Beaubien EShowcasing Indie French cinema.
Cinéma Moderne
5150 Boul. Saint-LaurentCabaret Mado
1115 Rue Sainte-Catherine ECirque du Soleil
333 Rue de la Commune OEvery Sunday locals gather for drumming, anciens, picnics, and all kinds of fun.
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Tam tams Montreal
Every Sunday locals gather for drumming, anciens, picnics, and all kinds of fun.
Mtelus
59 Rue Sainte-Catherine ECatch a concert! Check out what’s playing.
Cinéma Banque Scotia Montréal
977 Rue Sainte-Catherine OCorona Theatre
2490 Rue Notre Dame OPlace des Arts
Montreal Symphony Orchestra
1600 Rue Saint-UrbainIsithole saseMontreal Botanical
4101 Rue Sherbrooke EI-Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1380 Rue Sherbrooke OLa Ronde
22 Chem. MacdonaldI-Museum of Contemporary Art Montreal
1 Place Ville MarieIStadium yase-Olympic
4545 Av. Pierre-De CoubertinGalerie Images Boreales
4 Rue Saint-Paul Emarché atwater
Impro Montréal / Montreal Improv
3716 Rue Notre-Dame OuestBiodome
4777 Av. Pierre-De CoubertinPhi Centre
407 Rue Saint-Paul OLa Grande Roue de Montreal
362 Rue de la Commune E