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 Affordable French/Italian bistro |
4051 St-Denis Street (At Duluth) Montreal, QC H2W 2M7 Canada +1 514 849 2249 |
This shockingly affordable French/Italian bistro on the corner of Duluth and St-Denis owes far more to the stylish flair of the latter than to the touristy nonsense of the former. The décor is modern and clean and the service friendly, brisk and unflappable. The solid if not revolutionary menu of bistro fare includes wonderfully prepared mussels, light pasta dishes and outstanding homemade desserts. Most main courses can be had for under CAD12, and considering that you've brought your own wine, this is one of Montreal's true bargains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Staying power |
1454 Peel Street (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3A 1S8 Canada +1 514 288 5105 |
Located in the heart of downtown, across from Les Cours Mont Royal shopping plaza, this lively bistro has been a local favourite since it opened during the 1976 Summer Olympics. Ideal both for lunch and dinner, the menu offers a tour of French bistro standards along with various other pan-European specialties. The ground level is fun for people watching, especially when the terrace is open during summer. Upstairs is appealing for more intimate gatherings, where the bar offers beers from around the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Souvlaki specials |
256 St-Viateur Avenue West (Near Jeanne-Mance) Montreal, QC H9R 4Y2 Canada |
This legendary souvlaki joint is consistently voted the best in the city. The greasy-spoon atmosphere of the early days is gone, however, replaced by a more modern look and feel, and prices, of course. The menu is extensive, with lots of appetizers and even dishes such as steak and hamburger. But what patrons really come for, at any time of the day or night, is the souvlaki on pita, an incredibly tasty, sloppy mess. Other locations at 301 Brunswick Blvd, near St-Jean, Pointe Claire, +1 514 695 1100; and 480 St-Laurent Blvd, near Notre-Dame, +1 514 282 9717. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imported beer and Belgian fare |
4350 St-Denis Street (At Marie-Anne) Montreal, QC H2J 2L1 Canada +1 514 844 0394 |
This thoroughly civilized café and bar sits in a beautiful 1872 bank building on St Denis Street. With mirrors, candles, high ceilings, muted lighting and plush booths, this is a fine spot for a casual meal or to while away the night. Specializing in mussels, with 28 different styles, the kitchen also offers an ostrich burger and a caribou ravioli appetizer. The enormous selection of beers includes local microbrews and Belgian imports. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buona Notte |
3518 St Laurent Boulevard (Near Milton) Montreal, QC H2X 2V2 Canada +1 514 848 0644 http://www.buonanotte.com/ |
While the kitchen at this slick hot spot does churn out some reasonably impressive California/Italian hybrid cuisine (mostly pasta, grilled meat and seafood), this monument to the nouveau riche is not especially known for its food. Rather, it is the decor and attitude that attract throngs of beautiful people who crave chrome, shiny things, dancing and schmoozing. Celebrities frequent this spot as well, so it is a good bet for an intense dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dependable pub grub |
3872 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Bagg) Montreal, QC H2W 1Y2 Canada +1 514 843 7283 |
This neighbourhood pub-cum-restaurant features a bizarre Tex-Mex décor, cheap beer, excellent pub grub and a cheerful atmosphere. The menu reveals few if any surprises, focusing on standards like rib steak, grilled chicken and a variety of brochettes (chicken, shrimp, filet mignon). All come with heaping side orders of rice, French fries, salad and bread. Though located in the heart of the trendy Plateau, this more blue collar spot practically bursts at the seams on Friday nights with office parties and other large groups. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular and hip |
3581 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Milton) Montreal, QC H2X 2T6 Canada +1 514 849 3855 |
The main attraction here is the breakfast, which apart from being an incredible value is served until 4p on weekends. For lunch and dinner expect solid, standard continental fare with vaguely Italian overtones, complemented by pleasantly eclectic décor and music. Main courses, including burgers, pasta and grilled dishes, top out at around CAD15. The crowd is basically the same all day (hip, but not unbearably so) but its attitude changes with the music, and things get much rowdier as the night wears on. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheap Italian eats |
3619 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Prince Arthur) Montreal, QC H2X 2V5 Canada +1 514 843 7853 |
It's hard to go wrong at this downscale, trendy, cafeteria-style Italian eatery, which is well-populated morning, noon and late at night. Various pasta and sauce combinations include the tortellini with pesto, eggplant and cheese lasagnas, manicotti and so on. Also on offer are thin-crust pizza, calzones, sandwiches and antipasto, though there is a fair contingent of customers that comes just for coffee and biscotti. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Smart set eatery |
16 des Pins Avenue East (Near St-Laurent) Montreal, QC H2W 1N3 Canada +1 514 844 2121 |
This Chinese-sushi fusion restaurant draws a smart crowd. The service is appropriately haughty but not overbearing, and still on the right side of friendly. The usual array of pan-Chinese cuisine is offered, from imperial rolls and wontons to fried noodles with pork or chicken, as well as a selection of sushi. Prices are a little high, but no one seems too concerned. The space is small and intimate, with stark, postmodern décor and attitude in keeping with the sophisticated diners. The terrace offers further opportunities to be seen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic sandwiches |
3647 St. Laurent Boulevard Montreal, QC H2X 2V5 Canada +1 514 840 9000 |
If you enjoy creative sandwiches that are a little off the beaten path, you have come to the right place. An eclectic selection is offered amid an ambience that is both jazzy and bubbly. The décor is warm and inviting, with a view of the kitchen behind a glass wall. Sandwich ingredients include eggplant, Brie, sprouts, spinach, pancetta and various cheeses, as well as more traditional cold cuts and other meats. Included are soup, fries and salad, all for under CAD15. The legendary Belgian fries of Frite Alors! are now offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ultra-cheap noodle house |
3711 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near des Pins) Montreal, QC H2X 2V7 Canada +1 514 288 9593 |
With a huge menu of Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese specialties, this bare-bones noodle house has quickly become a neighbourhood standby. The most expensive item runs only CAD8 ("Stir fried shrimps or squids with garlic sauce"), while the enormous Tonkinoise soups (noodles, broth, beef or chicken and vegetables) are a boon to the budget-conscious. The decor is non-existent and the music is treacly Asian pop, but you'll be in and out so fast that you won't have much time to look around. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Noisy, but who cares |
3927 St. Denis Street Montreal, QC H2W 2M4 Canada +1 514 845 5333 |
Montreal's best-known French bistro enters the 21st century with its reputation firmly intact: flawless cuisine, imperturbable if somewhat Parisian service and a smoky, some would say loud, atmosphere. The menu rotates somewhat, and there are always daily specials, but l'Express is best known for the standards like pâté, foie gras and bouillabaisse appetizers Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Excellence all day and all night |
3864 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near St-Cuthbert) Montreal, QC H2W 1Y2 Canada +1 514 843 8126 |
Usually overshadowed by the legendary Schwartz's just across the street, this late night standby nonetheless boasts excellent smoked meat (sandwiches and platters, CAD6-CAD10) and passable sandwiches, burgers and steaks (famous Rib Steak Special, with grilled liver appetizer and all the trimmings, CAD12.95). The decor is undeniably tired, and it can get a bit lonely at 4am, but at that hour there aren't many other options. Even in the wee hours, however, the service is quick and friendly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Night owl delight |
1077 Clark Street (Near René-Lévesque) Montreal, QC H2Z 1K3 Canada +1 514 861 1943 |
Some might find it strange to have to wait for a table at 2a. If that's you, then you shouldn't come to this Cantonese restaurant in the middle of Chinatown—especially on a Friday or Saturday night. But the late-night/early-morning crowd really appreciates being able to find reasonably-priced food in a place where the atmosphere is upbeat and the conversation stimulating, no matter what time of day or night. The service is attentive and bustling, with college-bound waiters happy to explain the dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New dining concept |
1 Place Ville Marie (At University and Cathcart) Montreal, QC H3B 4R7 Canada +1 514 861 8181 |
This restaurant and market covers 30,000 square feet on the lower level of Place Ville Marie. Food is prepared to order at various stations, and it is the perfect spot for children as the choice is all but unlimited. Though the concept is originally Swiss, the foods of the world are literally at your feet: seafood, grilled meats, pasta, pizza, Indonesian and Chinese specialties and sushi, to name but a few. The Caveau offers an extensive selection of wines from around the world by the glass. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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McLean's Pub |
1210 Peel Street Montreal, QC H3B 2T6 Canada +1 514 392 7770 www.mcleanspub.com |
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, this English-style pub offers a warm and inviting atmosphere amid pleasant surroundings. The décor is traditional and designed to make you feel like you are in London. In keeping with the theme, there is plenty of imported beer on tap and the menu presents a variety of pub fare from hearty soups (CAD1.95-4.95) to fish and chips (CAD8.95). Once the meal is over, you can indulge in a friendly game of pool or toss a few darts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Incredible fries and beer |
3899 St-Laurent Blvd (Near Napoléon) Montreal, QC H2W 1X9 Canada +1 514 281 6521 |
This popular establishment has developed a loyal clientele of students and other young people who enjoy the reasonably priced burgers, sandwiches, sausages and fries with sauce. An impressive selection of imported beers complements the menu, and local draught (CAD12 pitchers) is very reasonably priced. It is just short of trendy, with chummy service and televisions you can control. Expect to pay CAD6-9 for hamburgers with huge portions of fries, which come with a choice of homemade sauces. During the day, you'll pay just over CAD3 for fries and a beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Winner on all fronts |
2063 Stanley Street Peel Metro) Montreal, QC H3A 1R7 Canada +1 514 840 2020 |
The combination of food, beer and a chance to enhance your brew knowledge makes this recently opened "museum" a winner on all fronts. Set on two levels with the pub on the first, this pub provides a relaxing evening and a congenial atmosphere. The food is a solid cross-section of pub grub (European sausages with sauerkraut and fries), pasta and other basic offerings. One of the most popular events is the beer-tasting contest. Guess what you are tasting from four 4-ounce glasses of draught and you get a prize. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late night delight |
4806 Parc Avenue (Near Villeneuve) Montreal, QC H2V 4E6 Canada +1 514 271 9099 http://www.philinos.com/ |
Zero in on Philinos if you suddenly have a hankering for late night nibbles, lively music and intelligent conversation. The room is softly lit, with a long bar and green marble tabletops. Dishes include hot and cold appetizers such as tyganopsomo (fried bread with various spreads), kalamarakia tyganita (fried calamari), and the Cold House Pikila (cold appetizer combo for two). The mezedakia, a mixed grill of sausage, pork, lamb and chicken, is a house specialty. The service is both fast and friendly. The very affordable wine list includes a Greek Agioritikos. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip pizzeria |
4097 St-Denis St (Near Duluth) Montreal, QC H2W 2M7 Canada +1 514 847 0184 |
Part of a small and increasingly popular chain of upscale pizzerias, this Plateau hot spot serves up incredibly tasty thin-crust pizzas and other Italian specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere. The boisterous crowd is as young and upbeat as the attentive service. Appetizers include grilled camembert with eggplant, zucchini and roasted peppers. Make your own pizza from a huge list of ingredients, or try a series of Italian-style wraps. Pasta options include a rotolo alla siciliana appetizer(stuffed pasta with spinach and sausage). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open 24 hours |
4520 Parc Avenue (At Mont-Royal) Montreal, QC H2B 4E3 Canada +1 514 277 3178 |
This is a favourite pizza joint among students, and does a booming delivery business to nearby McGill University. A medium all-dressed pizza will cost you around CAD12. The homey diner has also expanded into breakfast, lunch and dinner service, offering daily specials between CAD5.95 and CAD9.95. It is probably most famous for its "godlike" potatoes, which come with any number of breakfast specials. This is one of very few 24 hour restaurants on the Plateau. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizzédélic |
3467 St Laurent Boulevard (Near Prince Arthur) Montreal, QC H2X 2T6 Canada +1 514 845-0404 WWW.PIZZEDELIC-MONTREAL..COM |
What started as a simple designer pizza joint on The Main is threatening to gobble up the entire city as more and more franchises pop up. The secret lies in the customized pizza, low prices and friendly, smiling, dynamic staff. It starts with square pizza with a thin, crisp crust. The rest is up to the individual customer, with toppings ranging from the tried-and-true to eccentricities like bubble gum. The relaxed atmosphere draws everyone from late-nighters to professionals and students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Making a scene |
3554 St Laurent Boulevard (Near Prince-Arthur) Montreal, QC H2X 2V1 Canada +1 514 284 9233 |
This bar/restaurant/café on the trendiest part of St-Laurent attracts everyone from the afternoon juice bar crowd to the after-work happy hour devotees. The menu is eclectic bistro fare, and includes chicken wings, fajitas, seafood, hamburgers, pasta and steak; the wine selection is both modest and modestly priced. The people-watching ambiance is fuelled nicely by laid-back, unobtrusive décor and the acid jazz sizzling in the background. There is even a terrace for those steamy summer evenings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great smoked meat |
3895 St Laurent Blvd Montreal, QC H2W 1X9 Canada +1 514 842 4813 http://www.schwartzsdeli.com/ |
One of Montreal's great culinary institutions, this cramped, somewhat dingy deli makes the smoked meat (Montreal's version of pastrami) to which all others are compared. The queue can be horrendous on weekends, the service is impersonal at best, and you are likely to be shoehorned into a table with a gaggle of total strangers. That said, the classic meal of a smoked meat sandwich, fries, pickle and a Cott's Cerise Noire cola is a genuinely transcendent experience. If the line seems unreasonable, takeout is a perfect alternative. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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