10 Best Breweries in Montreal

"Located just west of St. Laurent on Villeneuve, Dieu du Ciel is open seven days a week until 3 am. Considered one of the top brewpubs in Montreal and beyond, their beer menu is constantly being updated, with 15+ creative craft brews on rotation. You can choose your favorites, or have something brand-new every time you walk in the door."

"needs no introduction: it’s one of Montreal’s most famous microbreweries, and with good reason. On Laurier Avenue West, in the heart of Mile End, the place is intimate, warm and always packed. Great selection of inventive, bold, and cleverly named beers."

"Trying craft beers at Benelux Brewpub|Courtesy of Benelux | @ Wellington Street. Benelux has two dimly lit locations, with one on Sherbrooke and the other on Wellington. This brewpub offers a dozen or more craft brews, including blondes, ales, and stouts, with enough rotating options to keep the menu dynamic at each spot."

"An acronym for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, Benelux is a microbrewery with Belgian inspirations. Several delicious beers and a few small sandwiches are offered. The place is very busy, especially with students, and the service can be a bit slow because of the traffic."

"This brewpub’s Sherbrooke location is perfect for a lively 5 à 7, surrounded by regulars. Their approximately 10 beers brewed on site are sure fire crowd pleasers, and the variety leaves something for everyone. If you’re into them, we recommend you try one their excellent IPAs."

"This is predominantly a summer spot -- since the microbrewer’s outdoor patio is closed during the winter months (when you can visit them here instead). But when the sun's out, you'll want to head to the brewery on the Lachine Canal where IPAs rule the menu."

"This massive waterfront patio is a popular place to be in the summer months thanks to the top-notch suds and full sun. Address: 5080 St Ambroise St, MontrealPhone: 514-939-3060. Facebook | Instagram"

"On the banks of the Lachine Canal, McAuslan is a pioneer among Quebec microbreweries. Here you can enjoy delicious beers as well as ciders – our favourite is their extraordinary IPA. Simple food menu offering nachos, tacos, burgers and hot-dogs."

"The inspiration behind Orange Rouge's dishes is up for debate. Some might call it a spin on Chinese; some might say it's nothing like traditional Cantonese fare. Others will simply not be bothered to try, but simply return again and again."

"You will be destabilized by the organized chaos at Ruby Rouge restaurant. Choose the dishes you want to taste among the trolleys running between tables. We guarantee you culinary discoveries and a unique experience!"

"When you eat at Soy, you feel like you are being received by a friend. With its convivial setting and its delicious food, Soy will charm you. If you are a large group, we recommend the tasting menu which will allow you to try a variety of meals."

"The work of chef John Winter Russell in this seminary-turned-restaurant is a masterclass in seasonal menus. Inspired by Voltaire’s last lines of the novel of the same name, their dish compositions from farms and gardens are anything but garden variety. Even the wine list from Emily Campeau, numbering in around 100 bottles, is exploratory and refined."

"It’s easy to focus on the person sitting across the table when the service is as finessed as it is at Candide. After all, nothing sets the mood quite like some pretty plates, made up of ultra-local, ultra-seasonal Quebec produce, along with sexy wines to match. The charming terrasse dishes up an excellent atmosphere in summer, too."

"We applauded the opening of this restaurant which is located inside a converted presbytery. Chef John Winter Russell welcomes you to a somewhat secluded location, but the reward is getting to dine in this restaurant!. This is extravagant cuisine, just enough to intrigue, and just enough to make you want to taste even more …."

"Ryú Westmount opened its doors in August 2018, and offers excellent Japanese cuisine served in a bright setting that compliments the freshness of their food. Designed by Ménard Dworkind Architecture & Design (also responsible for Le Blossom, Red Tiger, and Kamehameha Snack-Bar), the space can be summed up with ‘elegance and modernity’. During the day, the Ryú Westmount dining room is very bright thanks to large windows, while in the evening, it gives way to a more chic atmosphere."

"Ryú Westmount opened its doors in August of 2018 and offers excellent Japanese cuisine served in a splendid setting. Japanese dishes are served here with great finesse and expertise. The products are also of very high quality, with 100% of the fish sourced from sustainable and certified fishing sources, explaining why seafood is constantly the star of the menu."