Guidebook for Montréal

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Guidebook for Montréal

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Located in the area of De la Gauchetière Street in Montreal. The neighbourhood contains many Asian restaurants, food markets, and convenience stores as well being home to many of Montreal's East Asian community centres, such as the Montreal Chinese Hospital and the Montreal Chinese Community and Cultural Center.
390 locals recommend
Chinatown
390 locals recommend
Located in the area of De la Gauchetière Street in Montreal. The neighbourhood contains many Asian restaurants, food markets, and convenience stores as well being home to many of Montreal's East Asian community centres, such as the Montreal Chinese Hospital and the Montreal Chinese Community and Cultural Center.
The Quartier des Spectacles is the city’s major cultural district. At its heart are Place des Arts, a complex with several performance halls, and the adjacent Musée d’art contemporain. Year-round outdoor events and festivals draw crowds to the Place des Festivals, where public art installations and light projections create a festive vibe. The nearby Quartier Latin has cinemas, theatres and casual bars and eateries.
485 locals recommend
Quartier des spectacles
1435 Rue St-Alexandre
485 locals recommend
The Quartier des Spectacles is the city’s major cultural district. At its heart are Place des Arts, a complex with several performance halls, and the adjacent Musée d’art contemporain. Year-round outdoor events and festivals draw crowds to the Place des Festivals, where public art installations and light projections create a festive vibe. The nearby Quartier Latin has cinemas, theatres and casual bars and eateries.
Mile End is a hip, laid-back area with an artsy vibe and multicultural roots. Old-school bagel shops, Greek eateries and Italian cafes mix with stylish restaurants and buzzing brunch spots. Indie shops selling records, books and vintage clothes are found throughout the area, especially on Rue Bernard. Coffee shops draw daytime crowds, while cocktail bars, music venues and brewpubs make up the lively nightlife.
258 locals recommend
Mile-End
258 locals recommend
Mile End is a hip, laid-back area with an artsy vibe and multicultural roots. Old-school bagel shops, Greek eateries and Italian cafes mix with stylish restaurants and buzzing brunch spots. Indie shops selling records, books and vintage clothes are found throughout the area, especially on Rue Bernard. Coffee shops draw daytime crowds, while cocktail bars, music venues and brewpubs make up the lively nightlife.
Little Italy is a charming residential neighborhood full of old-school cafes, pizzerias, Italian grocery stores and traditional bakeries. The Jean-Talon Market bustles year-round with stands selling flowers, produce and hot meals. Nearby, locals play bocce in Parc Dante. The hip Mile-Ex enclave offers artisanal coffee shops, chic restaurants and bars in industrial spaces
229 locals recommend
Little Italy
229 locals recommend
Little Italy is a charming residential neighborhood full of old-school cafes, pizzerias, Italian grocery stores and traditional bakeries. The Jean-Talon Market bustles year-round with stands selling flowers, produce and hot meals. Nearby, locals play bocce in Parc Dante. The hip Mile-Ex enclave offers artisanal coffee shops, chic restaurants and bars in industrial spaces
The Old Port of Montreal (French: Vieux-Port de Montréal) is the historic port of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located adjacent to Old Montreal, it stretches for over 2 km (1.2 mi) along the Saint Lawrence River. It was used as early as 1611, when French fur traders used it as a trading post.
1148 locals recommend
Old Port of Montreal
1148 locals recommend
The Old Port of Montreal (French: Vieux-Port de Montréal) is the historic port of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located adjacent to Old Montreal, it stretches for over 2 km (1.2 mi) along the Saint Lawrence River. It was used as early as 1611, when French fur traders used it as a trading post.

Restaurants

Foodie destination for artisanal breads & sweets, with panini & salads, in a charming rustic space.
254 locals recommend
Olive et Gourmando
351 Rue Saint-Paul O
254 locals recommend
Foodie destination for artisanal breads & sweets, with panini & salads, in a charming rustic space.
Snack-bar et café au carrefour du quartier chinois et du Vieux-Port de Montréal. Cuisine d'inspiration japonaise, vins naturels, sakés, cafés de spécialit.
Fleurs & Cadeaux Snack Bar
1002 Rue Saint-Urbain
Snack-bar et café au carrefour du quartier chinois et du Vieux-Port de Montréal. Cuisine d'inspiration japonaise, vins naturels, sakés, cafés de spécialit.
Tiers paysage Montréal wine bar and restaurant.
Tiers Paysage
22 Rue Saint-Paul E
Tiers paysage Montréal wine bar and restaurant.
Relaxed diner with 1950s style & elevated versions of favourite homestyle dishes.
16 locals recommend
Vallier Bistro
425 Rue McGill
16 locals recommend
Relaxed diner with 1950s style & elevated versions of favourite homestyle dishes.
La meilleure pizza napolitaine en ville. Vins d'importation privée & bières. Livraison à votre porte.
Pizzeria NO.900 - Vieux-Montréal
444 Rue McGill
La meilleure pizza napolitaine en ville. Vins d'importation privée & bières. Livraison à votre porte.
French bistro dishes & lattes served in a loftlike space that also offers gourmet food products. Brunch on weekends.
141 locals recommend
Bistro Le Balmoral
Rue Balmoral
141 locals recommend
French bistro dishes & lattes served in a loftlike space that also offers gourmet food products. Brunch on weekends.
Locally sourced pub eats & Cointreau cocktails in an 1830s building with a big, leafy courtyard.
Pub Wolf & Workman
139 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest
Locally sourced pub eats & Cointreau cocktails in an 1830s building with a big, leafy courtyard.
Space for an a la carte selection offered in the brewery or a more formal menu in the dining room.
Le Monarque
8815 Av du Parc
Space for an a la carte selection offered in the brewery or a more formal menu in the dining room.
Vibrant brasserie serving French cuisine & weekend brunch in a large hall with tall windows.
72 locals recommend
Holder
407 Rue McGill
72 locals recommend
Vibrant brasserie serving French cuisine & weekend brunch in a large hall with tall windows.
A contemporary Indian restaurant and lounge with a London influence. The 409 offers a fine range of classic Indian dishes.
Le 409
409 Rue McGill
A contemporary Indian restaurant and lounge with a London influence. The 409 offers a fine range of classic Indian dishes.
CHALET CHIC COMFORT FOOD IN OLD MONTREAL
35 locals recommend
Restaurant Graziella
116 Rue McGill
35 locals recommend
CHALET CHIC COMFORT FOOD IN OLD MONTREAL
Sandwiches, pasta dishes & wine served in an Italian restaurant with a relaxed ambiance.
13 locals recommend
Mano Cornuto
988 Rue Ottawa
13 locals recommend
Sandwiches, pasta dishes & wine served in an Italian restaurant with a relaxed ambiance.
Renowned deli, one of the oldest in Canada, offering huge sandwiches, smoked meats & more.
836 locals recommend
Schwartz's Deli - Sandwiches - Steaks
3895 Boul. Saint-Laurent
836 locals recommend
Renowned deli, one of the oldest in Canada, offering huge sandwiches, smoked meats & more.
Popular foodie favourites are represented in the mix of eats & beverages at this hip food hall.
24 locals recommend
Time Out Market
705 Rue Sainte-Catherine O
24 locals recommend
Popular foodie favourites are represented in the mix of eats & beverages at this hip food hall.
Chic French bistro with a celebrity following, plus a late-night fixed-price menu & heated patio.
132 locals recommend
Leméac
1045 Av. Laurier O
132 locals recommend
Chic French bistro with a celebrity following, plus a late-night fixed-price menu & heated patio.
Straightforward takeaway specializing in falafel, pita bread & hummus, plus fries.
20 locals recommend
Falafel Yoni
54 Rue Saint- Viateur O
20 locals recommend
Straightforward takeaway specializing in falafel, pita bread & hummus, plus fries.
Well-known bakery doling out varied flavors of bagels topped with cream cheese, plus other bites.
521 locals recommend
Fairmount Bagel
74 Av. Fairmount O
521 locals recommend
Well-known bakery doling out varied flavors of bagels topped with cream cheese, plus other bites.
Hot spot with a round bar, vintage decor & late hours offering coffee by day, beer & cider by night.
130 locals recommend
Le Darling
4328 Boul. Saint-Laurent
130 locals recommend
Hot spot with a round bar, vintage decor & late hours offering coffee by day, beer & cider by night.
Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist & focus on local ingredients served in a chic, stylish space.
45 locals recommend
Helena
438 Rue McGill
45 locals recommend
Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist & focus on local ingredients served in a chic, stylish space.
Traditional bowls of ramen & Japanese appetizers are the specialty at this petite, comfy restaurant.
15 locals recommend
Tsukuyomi
5207 Boul. Saint-Laurent
15 locals recommend
Traditional bowls of ramen & Japanese appetizers are the specialty at this petite, comfy restaurant.
Rustic-chic bistro specializing in creative vegan sushi rolls & Japanese entrees.
66 locals recommend
Sushi Momo Végétalien
3609 R. Saint-Denis
66 locals recommend
Rustic-chic bistro specializing in creative vegan sushi rolls & Japanese entrees.
One of my favorite! Traditional Polish dishes and tables d'hôte in a charming, warm decor with church pews.
75 locals recommend
Stash Café
200 Rue Saint-Paul O
75 locals recommend
One of my favorite! Traditional Polish dishes and tables d'hôte in a charming, warm decor with church pews.

Activities

Multipurpose venue for arts & culture featuring concerts, film screenings & plays, plus exhibits.
162 locals recommend
Phi Centre
407 Rue Saint-Paul O
162 locals recommend
Multipurpose venue for arts & culture featuring concerts, film screenings & plays, plus exhibits.
The Palais des congrès de Montréal is a convention & exhibition centre in Montreal's Quartier international at the north end of Old Montreal
102 locals recommend
Montreal Convention Centre
1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle
102 locals recommend
The Palais des congrès de Montréal is a convention & exhibition centre in Montreal's Quartier international at the north end of Old Montreal
Nonprofit offering contemporary art exhibits, events & education in two historical buildings.
68 locals recommend
Fondation Phi
451 Rue Saint-Jean
68 locals recommend
Nonprofit offering contemporary art exhibits, events & education in two historical buildings.
Sprawling exhibition space hosting a rotating lineup of contemporary art shows & private events.
54 locals recommend
Arsenal Art Contemporain Montreal
2020 Rue William
54 locals recommend
Sprawling exhibition space hosting a rotating lineup of contemporary art shows & private events.
The Montreal Botanical Garden is a large botanical garden in Montreal, Quebec, Canada comprising 75 hectares of thematic gardens and greenhouses.
970 locals recommend
Montreal Botanical Garden
4101 Rue Sherbrooke E
970 locals recommend
The Montreal Botanical Garden is a large botanical garden in Montreal, Quebec, Canada comprising 75 hectares of thematic gardens and greenhouses.
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is an art museum in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is the largest art museum in Canada by gallery space. The museum is located on the historic Golden Square Mile stretch of Sherbrooke Street.
1504 locals recommend
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1380 Rue Sherbrooke O
1504 locals recommend
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is an art museum in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is the largest art museum in Canada by gallery space. The museum is located on the historic Golden Square Mile stretch of Sherbrooke Street.
The McCord Museum is a public research and teaching museum dedicated to the preservation, study, diffusion, and appreciation of Canadian history. The museum, whose full name is McCord Museum of Canadian History, is located next to McGill University, in the city's downtown core of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
366 locals recommend
McCord Museum
690 Rue Sherbrooke O
366 locals recommend
The McCord Museum is a public research and teaching museum dedicated to the preservation, study, diffusion, and appreciation of Canadian history. The museum, whose full name is McCord Museum of Canadian History, is located next to McGill University, in the city's downtown core of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Intimate movie house showcasing local & international indie films in a modern interior.
Cinéma du Musée
1379-A Rue Sherbrooke O
Intimate movie house showcasing local & international indie films in a modern interior.
Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.
53 locals recommend
Cinéma IMAX TELUS du Centre des sciences de Montréal
2 Rue de la Commune O
53 locals recommend
Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.
Fonderie Darling is a contemporary art complex located in the Cité du Multimédia district of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located in a former foundry, the complex consists of an art gallery and artists studios.
20 locals recommend
Darling Foundry
745 Rue Ottawa
20 locals recommend
Fonderie Darling is a contemporary art complex located in the Cité du Multimédia district of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located in a former foundry, the complex consists of an art gallery and artists studios.
For bike rides and long walks The Lachine Canal is a canal passing through the southwestern part of the Island of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, running 14.5 kilometres from the Old Port of Montreal to Lake Saint-Louis, through the boroughs of Lachine, Lasalle and Sud-Ouest. Before the canal construction there was a lake, Lac St Pierre.
391 locals recommend
Lachine Canal
391 locals recommend
For bike rides and long walks The Lachine Canal is a canal passing through the southwestern part of the Island of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, running 14.5 kilometres from the Old Port of Montreal to Lake Saint-Louis, through the boroughs of Lachine, Lasalle and Sud-Ouest. Before the canal construction there was a lake, Lac St Pierre.
HABITAT 67, or simply Habitat, is a model community and housing complex in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, designed by Israeli-Canadian architect Moshe Safdie.
57 locals recommend
Habitat 67
2600 Av Pierre-Dupuy
57 locals recommend
HABITAT 67, or simply Habitat, is a model community and housing complex in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, designed by Israeli-Canadian architect Moshe Safdie.
Mount Royal is a large intrusive rock hill or small mountain in the city of Montreal, immediately west of Downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The best-known hypothesis for the origin of the name Montreal is that the name is taken from Mount Royal. Lay of the Land. This iconic Montréal landmark is home to neighbourhoods, pastoral cemeteries and Olmsted's majestic Mount Royal Park.
1477 locals recommend
Mount Royal
1477 locals recommend
Mount Royal is a large intrusive rock hill or small mountain in the city of Montreal, immediately west of Downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The best-known hypothesis for the origin of the name Montreal is that the name is taken from Mount Royal. Lay of the Land. This iconic Montréal landmark is home to neighbourhoods, pastoral cemeteries and Olmsted's majestic Mount Royal Park.
Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal is a Roman Catholic minor basilica and national shrine located at 3800 Queen Mary Road on Mount Royal's Westmount Summit in Montreal, Quebec. It is a National Historic Site of Canada and is Canada's largest church, with one of the largest church domes in the world.
636 locals recommend
Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
3800 Chem. Queen Mary
636 locals recommend
Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal is a Roman Catholic minor basilica and national shrine located at 3800 Queen Mary Road on Mount Royal's Westmount Summit in Montreal, Quebec. It is a National Historic Site of Canada and is Canada's largest church, with one of the largest church domes in the world.
The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is a motor racing circuit in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is the venue for the FIA Formula One Canadian Grand Prix. Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is a 4,361-metre long car-racing track which has played host to the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada since 1978.
60 locals recommend
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
60 locals recommend
The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is a motor racing circuit in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is the venue for the FIA Formula One Canadian Grand Prix. Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is a 4,361-metre long car-racing track which has played host to the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada since 1978.
Iconic giant orange orb along the highway, with hot dogs, creamy orange drinks & fries for takeaway.
81 locals recommend
Gibeau Orange Julep
7700 Bd Décarie
81 locals recommend
Iconic giant orange orb along the highway, with hot dogs, creamy orange drinks & fries for takeaway.
The Montreal Symphony Orchestra is a Canadian symphony orchestra based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The orchestra’s home is the Montreal Symphony House at Place des Arts. It is the only orchestra in the world that possesses an octobass.
54 locals recommend
Montreal Symphony Orchestra
1600 Rue Saint-Urbain
54 locals recommend
The Montreal Symphony Orchestra is a Canadian symphony orchestra based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The orchestra’s home is the Montreal Symphony House at Place des Arts. It is the only orchestra in the world that possesses an octobass.
Bradley Ertaskiran is a contemporary art gallery that occupies two spaces within a restored industrial building in Montréal, Québec.
Bradley Ertaskiran
3550 Rue Saint-Antoine O
Bradley Ertaskiran is a contemporary art gallery that occupies two spaces within a restored industrial building in Montréal, Québec.

Shops

SSENSE is a multi-brand retailer based in Montreal, Canada specialising in the sale of designer fashion and high end streetwear. It was founded as an e-commerce platform in 2003 by three brothers: Rami, Bassel and Firas Atallah
24 locals recommend
SSENSE Montréal
418 Rue Saint-Sulpice
24 locals recommend
SSENSE is a multi-brand retailer based in Montreal, Canada specialising in the sale of designer fashion and high end streetwear. It was founded as an e-commerce platform in 2003 by three brothers: Rami, Bassel and Firas Atallah
Boutique Édition offers unique decorative objects and jewelry.
Boutique Édition
361 Rue Saint-Paul O
Boutique Édition offers unique decorative objects and jewelry.
Mtl designer Couture clothing outpost for contemporary fashions crafted from silk, leather & other fine fabrics.
62 locals recommend
Boutique Denis Gagnon
170 Rue Saint-Paul O
62 locals recommend
Mtl designer Couture clothing outpost for contemporary fashions crafted from silk, leather & other fine fabrics.
The Pepin Shop (Espace Pepin) has grown to be one of the leading Local lifestyle retailers in Montreal. Promoting Local and ethical items.
10 locals recommend
Maison Pepin
378 Rue Saint-Paul O
10 locals recommend
The Pepin Shop (Espace Pepin) has grown to be one of the leading Local lifestyle retailers in Montreal. Promoting Local and ethical items.
Located on Laurier West Avenue in Montreal, the École de Pensée™ flagship store showcases the brand’s seasonal and permanent collections, as well as a curated selection of accessories and home objects from European and Japanese collaborators. The philosophy and the universe of the house materialize into a place for sharing and discovery.
École de Pensée
380 Avenue Laurier Ouest
Located on Laurier West Avenue in Montreal, the École de Pensée™ flagship store showcases the brand’s seasonal and permanent collections, as well as a curated selection of accessories and home objects from European and Japanese collaborators. The philosophy and the universe of the house materialize into a place for sharing and discovery.
Second hand shop
91 locals recommend
Eva B.
2015 Boul. Saint-Laurent
91 locals recommend
Second hand shop
Atelier New Regime is a streetwear label created and headquartered in Montreal. In 2009, it began as a passion project and outlet for self-expression.
Atelier New Regime
4632 Rue Notre Dame O
Atelier New Regime is a streetwear label created and headquartered in Montreal. In 2009, it began as a passion project and outlet for self-expression.
Stylish boutique selling high-end designer men's fashions like suits, jackets, casual wear & shoes.
7 locals recommend
MICHEL BRISSON
1074 Av. Laurier O
7 locals recommend
Stylish boutique selling high-end designer men's fashions like suits, jackets, casual wear & shoes.
Canada's premium apparel & sneaker boutique offering brands such as Vault by Vans, adidas, Arc'teryx, ASICS, Brain Dead, by Parra, Clarks, Converse
Off The Hook (OTH-Plateau)
4357 Boul. Saint-Laurent
Canada's premium apparel & sneaker boutique offering brands such as Vault by Vans, adidas, Arc'teryx, ASICS, Brain Dead, by Parra, Clarks, Converse

Groceries

Organic and natural food, Avril est une chaîne québécoise indépendante de supermarchés santé offrant un concept unique et des alternatives 100% naturelles."
Avril Supermarché Santé Montréal
375 Av. Viger O
Organic and natural food, Avril est une chaîne québécoise indépendante de supermarchés santé offrant un concept unique et des alternatives 100% naturelles."
IGA Duke
315 Bd Robert-Bourassa
Lebanese, moyen orientales & méditerranéenne grocery
76 locals recommend
Adonis
2425 Bd du Curé-Labelle
76 locals recommend
Lebanese, moyen orientales & méditerranéenne grocery
Situated in Montréal's Southwest borough, close to the Lachine Canal. Specialty market carrying gourmet olive oils, balsamic vinegars, spices & dried fruits.
140 locals recommend
Atwater Market
138 Av. Atwater
140 locals recommend
Situated in Montréal's Southwest borough, close to the Lachine Canal. Specialty market carrying gourmet olive oils, balsamic vinegars, spices & dried fruits.

Coffee shops

The most beautiful place Cathedral-style coworking space with a cafe menu of sandwiches, soups & quiches, plus coffee.
200 locals recommend
Crew Collective & Cafe
360 Rue Saint-Jacques
200 locals recommend
The most beautiful place Cathedral-style coworking space with a cafe menu of sandwiches, soups & quiches, plus coffee.
Non-Caffeinated Drinks Beta Bar, the new operator of Ssense café, has developed a 12-item drink menu unlike any seen elsewhere in the city.
The Beta Bar
418 Rue Saint-Sulpice
Non-Caffeinated Drinks Beta Bar, the new operator of Ssense café, has developed a 12-item drink menu unlike any seen elsewhere in the city.
Foodie destination for artisanal breads & sweets, with panini & salads, in a charming rustic space.
254 locals recommend
Olive et Gourmando
351 Rue Saint-Paul O
254 locals recommend
Foodie destination for artisanal breads & sweets, with panini & salads, in a charming rustic space.
Just across & very good croissant. Montreal's specialty espresso bar, with an Italian twist.
Micro Espresso Café
417 Rue Saint-Pierre
Just across & very good croissant. Montreal's specialty espresso bar, with an Italian twist.
This opulently quaint bi-level coffee shop with historical architecture serves sweets & sandwiches.
148 locals recommend
Tommy
200 Notre-Dame St W
148 locals recommend
This opulently quaint bi-level coffee shop with historical architecture serves sweets & sandwiches.
Founded in 1970, the Café Olimpico is a European-inspired Montreal institution that serves a wonderful selection of coffee, espresso drinks
455 locals recommend
Café Olimpico
124 Rue Saint- Viateur O
455 locals recommend
Founded in 1970, the Café Olimpico is a European-inspired Montreal institution that serves a wonderful selection of coffee, espresso drinks
This hip, relaxed cafe with expansive windows & rustic touches offers coffee & light bites.
40 locals recommend
September Cafe
2471 Rue Notre Dame O
40 locals recommend
This hip, relaxed cafe with expansive windows & rustic touches offers coffee & light bites.

Depanneur

Cafe, epicerie fine
89 locals recommend
Le Petit Dep
179 Rue Saint-Paul O
89 locals recommend
Cafe, epicerie fine
108 locals recommend
Couche-Tard
2015 Rue Rachel E
108 locals recommend