Guidebook for Montréal
Food Scene
BURGER ROYAL
3820 Boul. Saint-LaurentI had one of the best vegan burger there.
They have the best vegetarian dishes. I like to take their poutine and nachos. The Lola Rosa on Milton street is not as good as the one near the mountain.
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Lola Rosa Parc
4581 Av du ParcThey have the best vegetarian dishes. I like to take their poutine and nachos. The Lola Rosa on Milton street is not as good as the one near the mountain.
If you are in Quebec, getting the iconic dish "poutine" is a must and this is where you should taste your first. It has long waiting lines sometimes, because it is that good. When I went, however, there was no line, so it is all about going there at a less busy time.
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Schwartz's Deli - Sandwiches - Steaks
3895 Boul. Saint-LaurentIf you are in Quebec, getting the iconic dish "poutine" is a must and this is where you should taste your first. It has long waiting lines sometimes, because it is that good. When I went, however, there was no line, so it is all about going there at a less busy time.
I go here to get small bites, traditional tea, bubble tea and coffee. My friend owns the place and he is one of the nicest and most dedicated owner I have met.
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Le MajesThé
2077 Bd Robert-BourassaI go here to get small bites, traditional tea, bubble tea and coffee. My friend owns the place and he is one of the nicest and most dedicated owner I have met.
Located inside Guy-Concordia metro station (take the "Guy" exit), Biryani is one of the best addition to the underground world. It is cheap, delicious and authentic.
Restaurant Biryani
1550 Boulevard de Maisonneuve OLocated inside Guy-Concordia metro station (take the "Guy" exit), Biryani is one of the best addition to the underground world. It is cheap, delicious and authentic.
It is a little out of the way from downtown; however, this place serves the most authentic African dishes because it is family-owned. The owner is very friendly and hard-working. They also deliver.
Restaurant sénégalais "Chez Khady"
850 Bd DécarieIt is a little out of the way from downtown; however, this place serves the most authentic African dishes because it is family-owned. The owner is very friendly and hard-working. They also deliver.
This is the best place for Chinese food on top of having a good eating environment. Located in China town.
Le Cristal Chinois
12230 Blvd. LaurentienThis is the best place for Chinese food on top of having a good eating environment. Located in China town.
Kalbi Korean BBQ
1017 Boul. Saint-LaurentI come here for my bimbimbap fix. They are not open very late, though.
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Chez Bong
1021 Boul. Saint-LaurentI come here for my bimbimbap fix. They are not open very late, though.
It is a small, cute and cozy place that sits at most 6-7 people. Come here if you desire quality instead of quantity. They also deliver.
Osuka Sushi
4409 Boul. Saint-LaurentIt is a small, cute and cozy place that sits at most 6-7 people. Come here if you desire quality instead of quantity. They also deliver.
This is a very small authentic Japanese restaurant that can fit at most 15-20 people. They have weird opening hours, so it is best to double-check at their door. It is also wise to wait in line 30 minutes (no more no less) before opening times to guarantee a seat.
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Kazu
1844 Rue Sainte-Catherine OThis is a very small authentic Japanese restaurant that can fit at most 15-20 people. They have weird opening hours, so it is best to double-check at their door. It is also wise to wait in line 30 minutes (no more no less) before opening times to guarantee a seat.
Went here after a very active day. I love eating spicy food and this place satisfied all my spicy cravings, since that is what defines Szechuan cuisine.
Cuisine Szechuan
2350 Rue GuyWent here after a very active day. I love eating spicy food and this place satisfied all my spicy cravings, since that is what defines Szechuan cuisine.
Cinko
1641 R. Saint-DenisBar in which all dishes cost $5!
If you are near Marché Jean-Talon, you should pass by this Vietnamese place that serves the best vegetarian pho I have ever tasted. Their subs are also very popular. Since it is a small business, the opening hours are relatively short.
7057 Rue Saint-Denis
7057 Rue Saint-DenisIf you are near Marché Jean-Talon, you should pass by this Vietnamese place that serves the best vegetarian pho I have ever tasted. Their subs are also very popular. Since it is a small business, the opening hours are relatively short.
This is the go-to place for large-portioned cheap, delicious Lebanese food.
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Restaurant Boustan
2020A Rue CrescentThis is the go-to place for large-portioned cheap, delicious Lebanese food.
A truly innovative organization. It is not just a cafe or a farm: It is a community that promotes environmental, social and economical sustainability.
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Santropol Roulant
111 Rue Roy EA truly innovative organization. It is not just a cafe or a farm: It is a community that promotes environmental, social and economical sustainability.
A place where you can sip coffee and play with furry feline friends! =(^._.^)=
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Café Chat L'Heureux
172 Av. Duluth EA place where you can sip coffee and play with furry feline friends! =(^._.^)=
Drinks & Nightlife
It is a relatively new place with good vibes and looks like an actual apartment with arcades.
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Apt. 200
3643 Boul. Saint-LaurentIt is a relatively new place with good vibes and looks like an actual apartment with arcades.
They have candy-themed drinks that are definitely worth checking out, especially if you have a sweet tooth!
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Candi bar
1148 Avenue du Mont-Royal EThey have candy-themed drinks that are definitely worth checking out, especially if you have a sweet tooth!
They make huge appetizing drinks in mason jars that suits any taste.
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Distillery no.1
300 Rue Ontario EThey make huge appetizing drinks in mason jars that suits any taste.
Benelux
245 Rue Sherbrooke OThey brew their own beer and it is very near my house.
It is just an awesome bar often with live music on weekends that you can hear when you pass by.
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La P'tite Grenouille Montréal
3435 Boul. Saint-LaurentIt is just an awesome bar often with live music on weekends that you can hear when you pass by.
Bistro à Jojo
1627 R. Saint-DenisGo here for live blues and jazz music!
I come here during jazz fest. It is around $60 just to get in, but if you sit on the terrasse, it is free entry. You can still see the band and hear their music.
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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
1254 Rue MackayI come here during jazz fest. It is around $60 just to get in, but if you sit on the terrasse, it is free entry. You can still see the band and hear their music.
Bar with DJ who plays mostly hip hop music with sharing plates under $5 and normal-priced drinks.
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L’Entrepôt Mont-Royal
1019 Avenue du Mont-Royal EBar with DJ who plays mostly hip hop music with sharing plates under $5 and normal-priced drinks.
Parks & Nature
It is one of the best ways to see the city on the McGill University side. Absolutely stunning view at night.
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Berg Royal
It is one of the best ways to see the city on the McGill University side. Absolutely stunning view at night.
This place is known for its big fountain and picnic-friendly areas.
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La Fontaine Park
3819 Av. Calixa-LavalléeThis place is known for its big fountain and picnic-friendly areas.
Shopping
A very famous two-story pawn shop. Good for killing time and getting lost in billions of clothing items and furniture.
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Eva B.
2015 Boul. Saint-LaurentA very famous two-story pawn shop. Good for killing time and getting lost in billions of clothing items and furniture.
Jean-Talon Market
7070 Av. Henri-JulienWell-known farmer's market; The biggest in Montreal.
This is my favorite farmer's market. I go there mainly to take advantage of their "3 cheeses for 15$" special. I also love to eat at Satay Brothers and drink oversees drinks at the tea shop nearby.
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marché atwater
This is my favorite farmer's market. I go there mainly to take advantage of their "3 cheeses for 15$" special. I also love to eat at Satay Brothers and drink oversees drinks at the tea shop nearby.
The store sells imported pastries, coffee and other items. I bought my favorite coffee beans here.
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La Vieille Europe
3855 Boul. Saint-LaurentThe store sells imported pastries, coffee and other items. I bought my favorite coffee beans here.
Essentials
B & Y Urban Market
3695 Boul. Saint-LaurentOpen 24/7. Very convenient and nearest to my place.
Open since 1927. It is a very old-fashioned space with minimum electronics. I go there for cheaper and eco-friendly groceries.
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Segal's Market
4001 Boul. Saint-LaurentOpen since 1927. It is a very old-fashioned space with minimum electronics. I go there for cheaper and eco-friendly groceries.
Arts & Culture
This metro station has art exhibitions outside and inside. Many festivals also take place in the area.
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Place-des-Arts station
Jeanne-Mance StreetThis metro station has art exhibitions outside and inside. Many festivals also take place in the area.
If you are in Montreal for one day, I suggest including this place in your journey.
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Musee d'art contemporain de Montreal
1 Place Ville MarieIf you are in Montreal for one day, I suggest including this place in your journey.
Sightseeing
The second best place to see the whole city on the "Orange Julius" side (otherwise known as the big orange ball). The Sunday mass inside the oratory is also worth checking out.
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Oratoire Saint-Joseph (Queen-Mary/du Frère-André)
The second best place to see the whole city on the "Orange Julius" side (otherwise known as the big orange ball). The Sunday mass inside the oratory is also worth checking out.
There are groups that play tamtams here every Sunday from late-morning until sundown. This is a unique Montreal tradition and all beats are improvised, normally between complete strangers.
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Denkmal für Sir George-Étienne Cartier
Avenue du ParcThere are groups that play tamtams here every Sunday from late-morning until sundown. This is a unique Montreal tradition and all beats are improvised, normally between complete strangers.
The canal is a heritage of Montreal and it is the most biker-friendly area of the city. Going along the canal from Atwater Market to Old Port is one of the most satisfying bike ride I have ever experienced.
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Lachine-Kanal
The canal is a heritage of Montreal and it is the most biker-friendly area of the city. Going along the canal from Atwater Market to Old Port is one of the most satisfying bike ride I have ever experienced.
There is an underground passage that goes from Bonaventure (Gare Centrale) to Palais Des Congres or Place-d'Armes metro station. The tunnels have a contemporary design that decorate your walk very nicely. I would ask the locals or the metro station workers how to access the underground tunnels.
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Palais des Congrès de Montréal
201 Av. Viger OThere is an underground passage that goes from Bonaventure (Gare Centrale) to Palais Des Congres or Place-d'Armes metro station. The tunnels have a contemporary design that decorate your walk very nicely. I would ask the locals or the metro station workers how to access the underground tunnels.
Alter Hafen von Montreal
Truly a unique sight.
Only spans about two blocks, but condensed with adorable shops, grocery stores and restaurants.
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Chinatown
Only spans about two blocks, but condensed with adorable shops, grocery stores and restaurants.