Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Hudson

"Alors que le Ferreira Café a resté plutôt discret lors de la première vague, Carlos, avec l’aide de son chef Joao, ont décidé d’offrir un menu midi pour emporter. Quelques classiques indétrônables sont d’ailleurs offerts comme le risotto aux champignons et cuisse de canard confit, la bouillabaisse de fruits de mer, la pieuvre et la morue en croûte de cèpes. Tous les plats (32$-56$) incluent une entrée."

"If you’re walking down Saint-Catherine Street in downtown Montréal and notice a queue of people outside a restaurant, there’s a good chance it’s Kazu. The wait is worth it. Known for its authentic Japanese dishes and affordable menu, Kazu has become a regular haunt for locals and a treat for tourists."

"What is it: Were you to ask a Montrealer where the best Japanese can be found, they’ll tell you it’s Kazu. They’ll also tell you it’s best to arrive early, as there’s a regular line up the block. That’s due in part to this restaurant’s no-reservations policy, but also because of popularity."

"have heard recommendations for this place from quite a few people, and it normally has a long wait due to no reservation policy. glad to have tried it during…”more"

"Damas is a delightful Syrian-Persian restaurant opened in its current Outremont location in 2015 by chef and owner Fuad Alnirabie. The beautiful Middle Eastern restaurant is decked out in lush decor and offers seating on an intimate 40-seat outdoor terrace during the warmer months. Excellent traditional entrees include delicacies such as moujadarra, fattet makdous, bamia, and samke harra."

"This plush, dimly lit Outremont favourite is the perfect date spot — not just for the ambience, but also for food, with offerings from labneh and baba ghannouj to char-grilled meats that have won critical acclaim. Forgo the hassle of having to choose dishes and opt for the tasting menu to get a comprehensive introduction to Syrian cuisine."

"Our favourite Syrian restaurant has put together a special takeout and delivery menu that is basically just a greatest hits list of hot and cold mezzes, some grilled dishes and a few braises too."

"A post shared by Terrasse Nelligan (@terrassenel) on Dec 30, 2019 at 10:01am PST. Whether you’re enjoying brunch or just bevies, this terrace offers Instagram-worthy views amongst Montreal’s rooftops, and its heaters and retractable awnings will ensure you comfort on those chilly spring nights. Address: 106 Saint-Paul St W, MontrealPhone: 514-788-4021"

"Another Old Montreal mainstay, Terrasse Nelligan offers views of Notre Dame Basilica and surrounds. Serving up specialties like blackberry pizza with goat cheese, ricotta, honey, and almonds, it may be worth arriving hungry."

"The chic and swanky Terrasse Nelligan serves some fantastic views over the Old Port, St. Lawrence River and the Notre-Dame Basilica."

"Perles et Paddock is a former car garage that’s been transformed into a graceful eatery in the Griffintown district by architect Maurice Martel and Studio FX Design. Frequented by young families and hipsters alike, the Montreal restaurant does a wonderful Sunday brunch with sumptuous traditional dishes given unexpected twists. The interior has a large central marble bar, white stools, a tall tree and wooden tables all top-lit by a spectacular apex roof-light."

"C’est par téléphone ou par le service de livraison UberEats, que le Perles et Paddock offre ses créations d’inspiration internationale. Du plateau de charcuteries jusqu’à la jambalaya, en passant par tajine, empanadas et gravlax, ce restaurant du Griffintown saura plaire à pas mal tous les palais. Plusieurs plats cuisinés sous-vides et une chouette sélection de vins sont aussi disponibles."

"Featuring oysters, seared duck breast, and macarons, Perles et Paddock’s table d’hôte is sure to impress your date. And don’t worry, their vegetarian menu is just as amazing."

"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."

"Keep your eyes peeled for the giant bean posted above this itty bitty beanery near the busy intersection of Saint-Denis and Rachel—new digs since their previous address a few blocks over they’d occupied for 80 years. This canteen excels in traditional French-Canadian cuisine, which translates to meatball stews (ragoût de boulettes), meat pies (tourtière), and of course, baked beans (fèves au lard). Other hearty hallmarks from downtrodden days of the Depression include pudding chômeur, a poor man’s rice pudding."

"When it comes to classic Quebecois-style brunch, there’s really only one contender for the title of city’s best: La Binerie. The original location of La Binerie on Mont-Royal Avenue began operating way back in 1938, and they’ve counted city mayors, famous artists, and professional hockey players among their regular clients. These illustrious patrons came back time and time again for La Binerie’s classic Quebecois comfort dishes like tourtière, slow-cooked ham, and their famous fèves au lard."

"So historic it has a Wikipedia page, La Binerie is the city's quintessential Québécois breakfast and lunch counter. Breakfast is served as of 6 a.m. Wednesday to Friday, and as of 7:30 a.m."

"Originally constructed in the late 19th century by the president of one of Montreal's biggest banks at the time, Le Saint-Sulpice Terrasses is a Montreal historical landmark featuring multilevel patios, courtyards with fountains, and a small pub and nightclub called Bar Saint Sulpice. Popular with the University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM) students, the terraces are as big as the four-floor bar, making it a convenient meetup spot for large groups."

"Billing itself as the top ecofriendly spa in town, this holistic spa excels on one hand for the different types of facials, vegan manicures and pedicures (toxin-free) it offers, with a specialization in massages, beauty and body treatments on the other. Making a point of using organic products—and that includes the in-house juice bar—makes this place a good guilt-free option that will satisfy the most devout vegan or environmentally conscious spa seeker."

"Montreal’s first organic spa, Nomad offers treatments and products inspired by Indonesian beauty rituals in a peaceful and luxurious setting. With a wide range of traditional and Holistic massage therapies, as well as full facial and corporal care, guests will find an exotic escape from the hustle and bustle of the Main."

"Spa Espace Nomad views the notion of beauty from a holistic perspective, that is, as a whole. As a result, they’ve created a variety of therapies that help both your body and your mind. Treatments that help you connect with yourself, circulate energy, or awaken a dynamic well-being process."

"Inspired by the great urban parks of the world, this designer spa features exceptional interiors created by Canadian architects and artists. With elegant design and stunning views of Mount-Royal, Victoria Park integrates a state-of-the-art medispa, private health club, and full service spa. Victoria Park also offers nutrition services provided by the world-class Park restaurant below."

"This Mile End spa likes to ‘warn’ its customers that prolonged exposure to its form of care results in a euphoric addicition, and we can get behind that. Customers come here for the therapeutic massages, private infratherapy saunas, facial treatments and massages, or just to dig into their selection of organic products made by hand from local and fair trade ingredients. The private sauna here’s exceptionally cheap at $30, meaning you can duck in and drop out before hitting the streets again."

"What you're getting: Squash and poppy seed gnocchi (or any brunch dish)Mile EndFit for Mile End (read: hip), Barcola is a small resto-bar that prides itself on making dishes reminiscent of of meals made in Northern Italy. Each and every day, Head Chef Fabrizio Caprioli creates a menu featuring just three appetizers and three mains. A large part of Barcola's culinary reputation stems from the restaurant's original creation of squash and poppy seed gnocchi topped with butter, sage, and smoked ricotta."

"Chef Fabrizio Caprioli serves up the flavours of northern Italy, including eggplant pizza and seafood tagliatelle that tastes like a trip to the Adriatic. It’s a charming modern Mile End spot, with daily specials changing throughout the week, special events such as aperitivo night, and dishes that feel positively luxurious for the (mostly under $20) price tag. Catering is available as well."

"And as can happen when putting together lists, one or two places are forgotten – voluntarily or not. When someone suggested « What about Barcola?. » Jean-Philippe replied that this was a restaurant not to bring up because «  We like to keep Barcola to ourselves »."

"Located in Montreal's Plateau district a few blocks from Mount Royal Park at the corner of Mont-Royal West and St. Urbain, Beauty's Luncheonette has been offering breakfast and lunch service since it opened in 1942. Made famous by Mordecai Richler's 1970s novel "The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz,". Breakfast and brunch are served weekdays from 7 a.m."

"Maintenant ouvert depuis 1942, ce célèbre restaurant de déjeuners de Montréal est une institution montréalaise. La réputation de Beauty’s dépasse Montréal, on parle du petit resto en coin à travers le monde. La charmante maison offre un des meilleurs pancakes en ville."

"Beautys Luncheonette is sadly temporarily closed because of you know what, but when life returns to normal, sprint into Beautys and grab the blueberry pancakes."

"A hip, lighthearted spot that hit the ground running when it first opened in 2010, Fabergé has since become a Mile End go-to for nourishing hangover cures. The interior is open and airy, which does well to accommodate the hordes of famished bunchers the restaurant receives on the regular, and the menu has a distinct ‘turned up to 11’ character about it. The menu is lengthy and features arrays of creative eggs Benedicts, breakfast sandwiches, omelettes, and more— as well as a bunch of wacky and decadent outliers."

"Welcome to Faberge, located in the Mile End district, this iconic brunch spot remains lively, with its family-friendly ambiance and excellent drinks menu featuring anything and everything from spicy Bloody Marys to mimosas. One of the more famed dishes is the chicken waffle that comes with a boneless fried chicken, a side of spicy sriracha coleslaw and a bowl of fresh fruits. The portions here are huge and the cozy and bright decor keeps residents and visitors coming back for more."

"Another spot to enjoy nature that’s not too far from Montreal, Bois-de-Liesse Nature Park is one of the best places to immerse yourself in local wildlife and the peacefulness of Montreal suburbs. The nature park features a black maple forest that is over a century old, as well as eight miles of hiking trails, five miles of bike trails, birdwatching opportunities (bring binoculars), and picnic areas. Best Outdoor Areas that are a Close Drive from Montreal"

"This nature preserve in the northwestern section of the Island of Montreal offers visitors a peaceful look at local plants and wildlife. The Parc Nature du Bois-de-Liesse, with its majestic hardwood forest, is a unique conservation park in an urban landscape. Its diverse ecosystem is home to a number of plants and animals that you can observe, including the American beaver, the map turtle and the flowering rush."

"This is one of the many parks in the city that actually lets you truly escape the hustle and bustle of the city and venture out into nature. Listen to birds and keep an eye out for some of the other wildlife that inhabits the island. Bois-de-Liesse Nature Park is perfect for a full day of hiking or biking with many trails to get lost on."

"Residents of the city of Westmount are extremely proud of this large greenspace, and are quick to credit it as the most beautiful park in Montreal thanks to gorgeous landscaping and planning. The park is home to the Westmount Public Library, a soccer field and tennis courts available for the sportive public to take advantage of during pleasant weather. It also features public ping pong tables, as well as built-in chess tables to enjoy a quiet game (pieces not included)."

"That’s saying a lot because the park is competing with mansions, the oratory, and Eugenie Bouchard. Westmount Park’s 26 acres is home to the newly renovated pool, a massive playground, a football/soccer field, tennis courts, gorgeous gardens, a charming dog park, climbable trees and a pond with a mini waterfall. It may be Montreal’s second biggest park, but it’s arguably number one in popularity."

"Westmont Park is one of the nicest and well-kept parks in Montreal. This green space has some outdoor gym equipment, a rec center, an outdoor pool, fountain and so much more. It is a great place for jogging, dog walking, or just sitting under a tree and comtemplating life’s biggest questions."

"Locals enjoy visiting this park to tan, picnic and exercise, but it’s most known for is its large soccer field where locals organize friendly matches during the summer and hockey in the winter. Walk through the tree-canopied and bench-lined path from Rachel Street where the city’s colorful characters gather for conversation and playing cards or checkers. If jogging’s your thing, a couple of laps around the park makes for a great running track as well."

"One of the best parks in Montreal to sunbathe or hang out with friends. This is also a great park for parents with little kids as the park has a great play area for children. There is a baseball diamond, a tennis court, and volleyball sand courts making this a pretty sweet spot to spend time in Montreal."