Best Dinner Places to Eat in Quebec

"Little brother to Lawrence restaurant and its boucherie, Larry’s may be better known for its refined fare, but its baristas pull a fine espresso too. Helmed by Myriade alum Keaton Ritchie and equipped with a La Marzocco Linea espresso machine, the coffee service at this Mile End hole-in-the-wall favors distinctive blends from the likes of Portland’s Heart Coffee Roasters. Tempt taste buds early with Larry’s elevated take on a sausage and egg breakfast sandwich, or swing by later for beef tartare and the resto’s specialty Ghost Farm IPA."

"Arthurs Nosh Bar is advertised as a “traditional Jewish deli”, but is actually neither traditional nor a deli, and while the menu contains several traditional Jewish dishes, don’t expect your bubba’s smoked meats. You will, however, find delicious organic smoked salmon and they do serve latkes, challah bread, and kosher salami, but it is more a place where you can expect quinoa and gluten-free dishes. The mix works very well and the place is beautifully decorated, bright and modern, with an herb garden, leather banquettes, and black and white photos on the wall."

"Everything on the menu at Arthur’s Nosh Bar is a little different than the deli classics you’re used to - and you’ll definitely appreciate the creativity once you see things like latke smorgasbords, a challah grilled cheese, and cottage cheese pancakes. While the brunch menu is shorter, it’s one of the best in the city (and the long weekend lines reflect that). Though once you have a stack of perfect pancakes in front of you, it’ll be worth the wait."

"Arthurs Nosh Bar has a menu that’s composed of Jewish cuisine with a twist. Consider grabbing a schnitzel sandwich or cured fish, the breakfast sandwich, or a gourmet salad. If you’re craving brunch or lunch, Arthurs is a popular choice."

"Montreal, QC Canada H2T 1R2Phone: (514) 842-3479Hours: 11am-11pm DailyWebsite: https://auxvivres.com/en. Aux Vivres is a favorite among Montreal’s Vegans and Vegetarians. It prides itself on being the city’s first vegan restaurant."

"Our vegan pancake lovers should check out Aux Vivres, which offer a slew of great options, all loaded with fruits."

"A stately establishment on the recently revamped Laurier Avenue, this technically traditional French bistro dishes the likes of homemade boudin, cabillaud and onglet steak frites while making allowances for the inclusion of a range of Quebec cheeses and creative desserts. Also of note: Leméac’s inexpensive table d'hôte menus aimed at the late-night crowd, nightly from 10pm ‘til close."

"A classic French Brasserie- Leméac has been serving delicious French classics for over 15 years. The menu was a collaborative effort between some of the city’s top chefs, and the outcome was superb. Better yet, the kitchen emphasizes organic and local ingredients, so your meals will be flavourful and top quality!"

"Chef Marc-Andre Royal is in charge of creating a variety of weekly brunch menus at La Bete a Pain. Located in the Fleury neighborhood of the city, this unique brunch spot boasts a bakery, a deli and a quality selection of freshly baked goods. Order the tartine, a piece of toast spread with almond paste and homemade jam topped with roasted almonds."

"La Bête à Pain se remet plus que jamais au service à emporter. Potages et quiches côtoient pieuvre grillée, poulet au beurre, bœuf bourguignon, lasagne et autres plats réconfortants. On en profite pour repartir avec quelques desserts !"

"HELM is so popular it was one of the founding breweries behind Fabriqué à Montréal, a celebration and festival in honor of local Montreal beers. Stop by their classic, wood-lined dining room early (they open at 3pm) to have a look at their tightly curated list of offerings, which will almost always include a stout, IPA, and ale. They also offer a range of tequilas, whiskeys, rums, as well as food in the form of burgers and poutine.Best Brew: A heavily-spiced ginger beer."

"On rue Bernard in Mile End on the edge of Outremont is HELM, a microbrasserie with a dozen different house brews on tap, from stouts to pilsners and bitters as well as specialties like Ginger B, a ginger-infused wheat beer, and Fairmount, a honey cream ale. Ciders, hard liquor, and mixed drinks are also on the menu, including an elaborate seafood bloody caesar. Get the salmon tartare while you're there."

"The Helm microbrewery – an acronym for hops, water, yeast and malt, (in French) – has been charming its patrons on Bernard Avenue for nearly 10 years. They offer several good beers and nice dishes in a lively atmosphere. Chicken wings, carpaccios, tartars, hot dogs, hot chicken, and burgers are some of their offerings, and the portions are quite generous."

"Although they do not have an entirely vegan menu, the Middle-Eastern cuisine at this restaurant is very accommodation to plant-based diets. The menu is designed for groups to share dishes and try a little bit of everything. Thanks to their unique gourmet creations and impressive balance between comforting and fresh dishes, Kazamaza is a restaurant that everyone can enjoy, regardless of their dietary needs."

"Middle Eastern eats are on point at this fantastic restaurant near the corner of Parc Avenue and Mont-Royal in the Plateau. Cold and hot mezzes galore are available, but strong recommendations go to the crispy croquette-ish kibbeh, layered plates of fattet makdous (meat, sauce and pita), and the beef kabab served in a sweet cherry sauce."

"At restaurant Kazamaza, you will find a little bit of everything. This friendly address offers delicious Middle Eastern dishes that are perfectly tailored for two!. The setting is simple and the atmosphere is calm enough to hear yourself speak."

"Plus, after eating at La Banquise you’re basically already in one of Montreal’s lovely green spaces, Parc la Fontaine, where you can rent boats on a small lake or just sit and people watch. I also really loved cycling around the neighborhood here, with its cute alleyways and houses. I used the network of Bixi bikes during my stay in Montreal, which is extremely convenient and affordable, and definitely my favorite way of getting around the city (weather permitting)"

"Follow this pretty street lined with trees and Victorian homes to Parc Lafontaine. This is one of Montreal’s nicest parks with lots of trees, a man-made lake (skating in the winter), ducks and many spots to sit and people watch."

"With lush, colorful landscapes and activity rosters for every season of the year, Mount Royal Park is one of the best places to visit in Montreal. The first thing to know about the park is that it’s gigantic. It’s perched atop the volcanic rock cluster that is Mount Royal, and it unfolds across all kinds of playgrounds, picnic sites, skating rinks, ski slopes, tennis courts, hiking trails, tobogganing hills and rowboating lakes."

"Parc Mont-Royal was inaugurated in 1976 in an effort to preserve a natural space in the city’s core, but the park has been an important social meeting ground for generations before it was made official. Today, it’s the site of the weekly Tam Tam drum circle, vast picnic grounds, an excellent toboggan hill where equipment can be rented for a nominal fee, a lookout at the summit and multiple hiking trails."

"You can’t mention parks in Montreal without highlighting Mont Royal Park. Sure, it hosts two hockey rinks in the winter but nothing tops Mont Royal Park’s weekly Tam-Tams parties every Sunday which is currently on hiatus. The park’s main attraction is the George-Etienne Cartier monument and the park’s liveliness stems from the sound of the drums from which Tam-Tams gets its name."

"Out in Sainte-Geneviève, fine French resto La Maison Verte is offering a detailed menu of heat-at-home dishes from maple duck to veal blanquette and beef bourguignon. Plan ahead — orders are requested 48 hours in advance, and there’s a minimum of five dishes per order, although main plates start at a very reasonable $12."

"For breakfast, head to Bistro Le Valois, about a 14-minute walk from the Pie-IX metro station. During the warmer months, you can enjoy a beautiful breakfast on the patio. The portions are generous and affordable. I ordered the French crepes with maple syrup and my fiancé ordered the French crepes with Nutella."

"There are always plenty of flavourful surprises at this under-the-radar Plateau parlour which serves its gelato, frozen macarons, smoothies and crêpes all year long. Mark the calendar for seasonally appropriate specialties like pumpkin to spice up Halloween, candy cane and gingerbread for yuletide festivities and Champagne to ring the New Year. Come spring, the maple-taffy Tire d’Érable pulls no punches."