Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Montreal

"What is it: This youthful arrival to the pizza game from the folks behind Nora Gray—plus co-owner Marley Sniatowsky—recently stole the show in Montreal. With accolades from across the country for its wood-fired menu based on researching dishes in Italy, that means there’s excellent pizza to be had alongside a lot of superb sharing plates and charcuterie. All that praise is well-deserved when considering how the quality of the food stacks with classic cocktails, all served in a chic modernist Italian design."

"The chic sophisticated interior at Elena – a new Italian brasserie in the St Henri district – is designed by Kyle Adam Goforth of Montreal’s Sid Lee Architecture. Much thought has gone into the details, from the flooring laid in different directions to the petrol blue colour carried from the velvet dining chairs to the tops of the eclectic bar stools. The menu is simple but delicious, offering home-made pizzas and pasta."

"The atmosphere at restaurant Elena is welcoming, playful and fun, all while maintaining a distinctly elegant aura. Designed by the talented Kyle Goforth, designer of Boxermans and Bar Loïc, the space is reminiscent of the Italian retro aesthetic. Neutral coloured walls and flooring allow the colourful accents to pop even more."

"Ronen Baruch and Saleh Seh's Mediterranean fare is the foundation which built this neighbourhood institution worth the ride out to the edge of Lachine. We've got mad love for theor equally cheap sabich with its runny egg and roasted egglplant and meatless takes on shawarma and shishtaouk by using shiitake in lieu of chicken, but the namesake falafel—crunchy chickpea balls, veg and sauce stuffed until brimming in a warm and fluffy pita bread—is our current favourite here. Never mind the time it'll take for a central islander to get out, this place's food makes it a home away from home."

"Run by a Jewish-Muslim team, Falafel St-Jacques is home to some of the city's best shawarma and falafel. Dabbling in fake meat, their faux-shish taouk converts meat-eaters and is well worth the detour to Lachine for a peek at the takeout counter. Otherwise, order on DoorDash, SkipTheDishes, or UberEats."

"At this much-loved Ville Saint-Pierre gem, $6.89 will get you one of the best falafel pitas in the city. Actually, all of their sandwiches (all excellent) ring in at under $10 — even carnivores are sold on the meat-free “chicken” shish taouk."

"The Eater Restaurant of the Year for 2019, Moccione earned quick accolades from critics and peers alike, who were quick to praise the homey, laid-back atmosphere at this Italian restaurant. With very limited seating in a simple yet charming space, and a strong focus on fresh ingredients (the pastas are all handmade daily) the food is an obvious highlight, and the vibe is just right. Tip: look to make a reservation well in advance."

"Former sous-chef at world-renowned restaurant Toqué is back with this new co-venture. Moccione is, by comparison, a simpler place and focuses instead on creating a warm atmosphere that makes visitors feel right at home. They serve simple Italian dishes with authentic ingredients alongside a comprehensive wine list, each the product of many years of experience and expertise."

"Former Toqué chef Luca Cianciulli and partner Maxime Landry bestowed this cozy Italian resto upon Villeray in late 2018. Pasta is the focus — bolstered by the likes of arancini and polpette for appetizers — and, as with all great Italian food, simplicity is key, with sauces and other accoutrements that allow delicate bucatini or ricotta-asiago-stuffed cannelloni to shine."

"Aux cinq parfums is a very good restaurant located in the north of the island. You will specially like its appetising cuisine and its copious dishes. We recommend you to share several appetizers, as they are particularly delicious.(Photo credit: Aux cinq parfums)"

"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."

"Build-your-own-burger spots have never been so delicious or cheap, and that’s just the cost of a double burger. What makes these burgers a step up—hell, two or three steps up—from your average fast food joint is because of the patties. Made from an exceptional marinated beef recipe, they get sandwiched between buns that are glazed on the outside and crisp on the inside (they won't tell us where they get them from) and it makes for a irreplicable package."

"A fully vegan butcher and cheese shop in the heart of Marché Jean-Talon is quite potentially what will make me move back to Montreal one day. Not only is Jean-Talon Market one of the loveliest places in the city to mosey around and marvel at beautiful food, but you can also now get your fix on vegan sausage, burgers, and cheese. You can also eat some of the scrumptious food available at the counter, such as vegan breakfast Montreal burritos, tofu scramble, hotdogs, and burgers."

"Named for Saint George, the patron saint of England and inspired by that country's 13th-century religious architecture, St George's features prominent pinnacles and pointed arches, along with stained-glass windows, wooden carvings, a double hammer-beam ceiling and a column-free interior. The magnificent ceiling beams look grand and awe-inspiring, and the Lady Chapel on the east side of the main altar adds to the effect. Opened in 1843 to accommodate the overflow of worshipers from the Christ Church Cathedral, the church boasts tapestry that finds its origins in Westminster Abbey, London, and was used during Queen Elizabeth II's coronation."

"Named for the patron saint of England, St. George’s Anglican Church was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1990, 120 years after it was completed. The carved sandstone exterior was fashioned in the English Gothic revival style, complete with plenty of wonderful pointed arches that you’ll find everywhere — the windows, the entrance, the bell tower, and throughout the interior as well. The inside is a gorgeous study of traditional English woodwork, including the fantastic ceiling beams, among the largest in the world."

"St George’s Anglican Church strives to actively testify to the faith that is given to each of us as we open our hearts and minds to God, and to share this unreservedly with people who live, work, and study in downtown Montreal via the transformative love of Jesus and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. As stewards of Christ, they want to improve the worship and Christian education to reach out to the church and the community around us, and to help families and people cope with the many problems of modern life."

"A smaller park of the city, this greenspace has garnered a reputation with locals as a great place to gather. With its outdoor gym, a children’s playground, a baseball field for public teams to practice and play, a dog park, a swimming pool and a decent bathroom, that leaves few questions as to why. Throw in being one of the best places to barbecue—grocery stores and dépanneurs are nearby for supplies—and that’s a recipe for being one the best."

"This large and spacious park is a favorite of many Montrealers throughout the city. One of the city’s most popular parks. Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park makes the best parks list for all of its amenities, location, and beauty."

"Le restaurant Grenadine fait une pause en laissant place à Topo, un petit « snack » où flatbread au levain et produits locaux font bon ménage. Le lunch parfait à emporter, ou un petit souper original qui surprendra la famille. La livraison est également disponible."