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 European-Asian fusion |
1 Place Ville-Marie Montreal, QC H3B 4R7 Canada +1 514 397 0737 http://www.altitude737.com/ |
Like most skyscraper restaurants, 737's kitchen has at times had difficulty living up to the view; but what a view! Perched atop Place Ville-Marie, chef François Da Ponte takes diners through a solid menu of world cuisine in lavish décor. Dishes include Eggplant Caviar with tomato and tarragon, Calamari Cake with warm goat cheese, and the 737 Steak Tartare. Desserts are presented with flair, and might include the Banana Flambée for Two. With a modest selection from the impressive cellar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Light touch |
447, rue Saint-François-Xavier Montreal, QC H2Y 2T1 Canada +1 514 844 4368 http://www.bonaparte.ca/ |
This classic Old Montreal French restaurant is one of Montreal's best known, in part for the artistic preparation of its meat-and-potatoes cuisine, and in part for the overall air of civility and calm that pervades the cream and red dining rooms. Rack of lamb is something of a specialty; other main courses include pastas and seafood, and few are likely to stretch the belt. The wine list, not surprisingly, emphasizes labels from France. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sweet delight! |
1593 rue St-Denis Near boulevard de Maisonneuve, Around Town Montreal, QC H2X 3K3 Canada +1 514 842 7017 |
Hidden somewhere in the Quartier Latin, this little patisserie is a sheer delight. This is 'the' place to cater to the needs of your sweet tooth. The display case can be quite enticing with Marie Claire pastries to mega-meringues. A lot of tourists, students and audiences from nearby theaters drop by for some croissants, coffee or just to feast on quiches, salads and sandwiches of various kinds. Now that you've given in to the temptation, then you might as well go for the kill! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Culinary sanctuary |
200 St. Paul Street West Montreal, QC H2Y 2B6 Canada +1 514 845 6611 |
Chilly nights are made much warmer for diners at this rock-solid Polish café in the heart of Old Montreal. Indeed, this is a culinary sanctuary, evidenced by pews from an old chapel and refectory tables from a convent. Dishes include all the rib-sticking, hearty standards from a traditional Polish kitchen: pork chops, duck, hot borscht, perogies, cabbage and sausage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheery, lively and festive |
440 St-François-Xavier Street (Near St-Sacrament) Montreal, QC H2Y 2T3 Canada +1 514 286 9589 http://www.casademateo.com/ |
This cheery, lively and festive space captures some of the feeling of Mexico with its troubadours and open kitchen, where tortillas are hand-rolled and baked. The setting (within a double dining room) is designed with parties in mind. A definite must is the freshly churned guacamole, followed by Shrimp à la Diabla. Dessert is an extra treat, featuring bananas flambéed in liqueur and tequila. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Retro look |
275 Notre Dame Street West (Near St-Jean) Montreal, QC H2Y 1T8 Canada +1 514 288 4288 |
A 1950s retro look is the hallmark of this Old Montreal mid-to-upscale French restaurant. The décor consists of floral wallpaper and a trellis above a spotlit room divider. Dishes include many of the standards of haute French cuisine, such as puff pastry escargots, and breast of guinea fowl in red wine sauce. The service is consummately professional and the extensive wine list is on the pricey side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Like a park |
99 Viger Avenue West (At St-Urbain) Montreal, QC H2Z 1E9 Canada +1 514 878 9888 |
The Holiday Inn Select's landmark Chinese oasis remains one of Montreal's unique dining experiences. The décor is a collection of sculptured gardens, babbling brooks and other exotic touches, and the menu is similarly impressive. The Dim Sum lunch is especially popular and won't set you back more than CAD40, while Sunday Brunch offers a lavish buffet. Peking Duck is the house specialty, while other favourites such as General Tao's Chicken are prepared with uncommon skill. The Lotus Bleu bar is a tranquil spot for a pre- or post-dinner drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish and seafood bastion |
211 Notre-Dame Street West (Near St-Jean) Montreal, QC H2Y 1T4 Canada +1 514 849 4061 |
This Old Montreal restaurant has been dishing out fish and seafood delights for as long as most people can remember. And it's the place to be if you like to hobnob with the city's power brokers. But don't expect to score any big deals here: everyone is too busy eating. Standouts on the menu include everything from lobster and oysters to Canadian arctic char and halibut. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Montreal's bistro |
360 St Antoine Street West (Near St Pierre) Montreal, QC H2Y 3X4 Canada +1 514 287 2810 http://www.montreal.interconti... |
Located within the spectacular Inter-Continental Hotel, just off the edge of Old Montreal, this Victorian-style bistro prides itself on a casual, informal and upbeat ambiance. The food is bistro-style, with plenty of sandwiches, salads, fried goodies and various munchies. Chez Plume is the kind of place where lovers rendezvous for a romantic dinner, businessmen meet for a working lunch, and friends and colleagues gather for happy hour. Seating 80, it is open to the public on weekdays and for private gatherings on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meal fit for a king |
158 St Paul Street East (Near St-Vincent) Montreal, QC H2Y 1G6 Canada +1 514 866 5194 |
Located in an 1862 building designed by famed architect Henri-Maurice Perrault, this Old Montreal restaurant features warm, intimate and cheering décor amid thick greystone walls. The menu offers both table d'hôte and à la carte selections, and includes all the classic French dishes: from a roasted capon breast and chestnut confit to the surf and turf. If you really feel like splurging, try the Sabayon Chez Queux dessert. Wine Spectator considers the cellar "one of the most outstanding in the world." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First class |
443 St-Vincent Street (At Notre-Dame) Montreal, QC H2Y 3A6 Canada +1 514 875 5067 |
This Old Montreal standout is first class when it comes to the cuisine, the service and the wine list. Décor is belle epoque: opulent, without being overdone. The restaurant was recently picked as one of the top ten in the city. Among the specialties of the house are duck liver and pancakes filled with salmon. Chef Postel is also famous for his chocolates and truffles, which he sells around the world. Make sure to reserve. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Claude Postel |
75 rue Notre-Dame Ouest Near rue St-Sulpice, Around Town Montréal, QC H2Y 1S5 Canada +1 514 844 8750 http://www.claudepostel.com/ |
Drop by for breakfast, lunch or just to satisfy that untimely hunger pang. With the Vieux-Montréal just a stone's throw away, the crowd mainly consists of tourists and also clerks and lawyers who drop in for lunch from nearby offices. Sandwiches made with the freshest of breads are on offer. Enjoy your coffee with a pick from the variety of pastries and pâtés available. Simple no-fuss American cuisine features on the short menu consisting of three-course meals. A prix-fixe menu is also on offer with entrées, such as Braised Veal and Poached Salmon to feast on. Tone down the heat in summer with an ice cream from this café - an eclectic range of flavors for you to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Around the world cuisine |
360 St Antoine Street West (Near St Pierre) Montreal, QC H2Y 3X4 Canada +1 514 847 8729 http://montreal.interconti.com/ |
The Inter-Continental's renowned dining room offers an extensive menu of "local" and international cuisine brought off with distinguished flair. The décor is elegant but not overly formal, and the service more than meets the expectations of its demanding clientele. A recent table d'hôte began with a Three-Colour Gazpacho and offered a choice between a soufflé of fresh sea scallops and cactus pears or two other vegetarian dishes. Meat-and-potatoes types will have to make do with a grilled New York sirloin, Filet Mignon in Peppercorn Sauce and Rack of Lamb. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hidden jewel |
212 Notre Dame Street West Montreal, QC H2Y 1T3 Canada +1 514 845 5436 |
This lively, upscale bar and bistro in Old Montreal hosts an older but still jovial after work and pre-theater crowd. Bustling atmosphere, well-worn but graceful decor and soft background music give this spot an unusually convivial elegance. The acclaimed menu is all over the map. Appetizers include a Brie and Hazelnut Turnover. Baguette sandwiches (pâté de campagne, are served with crisp Belgian fries, while pastas focus on a lighter touch at surprisingly reasonable prices. The bar is justifiably famous, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Subterranean yet festive |
777 de la Commune Street West (Near Duke) Montreal, QC H3C 1Y1 Canada +1 514 392 1568 |
One of Montreal's best known Italian restaurants, Da Emma is actually a transplant from Little Italy to Old Montreal; the tradition of fine cuisine hasn't suffered, even if the current setting is a former prison! It is run with a flair for the dramatic and an obvious love of food. In the Roman tradition, the menu eschews faddish components and sticks to the basics: classics like mozzarella salad and house antipasti, followed by meat-intensive pastas and other main courses. The terrace is wonderful in summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lowly egg delight |
201 St. Jacques Street West Montreal, QC H2Y 1L6 Canada +1 514 282 0119 http://www.eggspectation.ca |
One of five outlets in Montreal, this restaurant takes the lowly egg and creates an entire menu around it. Set in a renovated office building, the décor features a two-storey space with wrought iron, huge windows and exposed brick. Dishes include two eggs any style with bacon, ham or sausage, toast, baked beans and grilled potatoes, and ham and potato gratin topper. Service is cheerful and helpful. Other locations include 1313 de Maisonneuve Boulevard West, (+1 514 842 3447) and 198 Laurier Avenue, (+1 514 278 6411). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steak and more steak |
298 Place d'Youville Montreal, QC H2Y 2B6 Canada +1 514 282 1837 http://www.gibbys.com/ |
Steak is the reason most people go to this restaurant in Old Montreal; it is a long-time attraction for both tourists and locals out to enjoy an evening meal. The décor is retro, circa 1974, and lends itself well to the nostalgic ambience. The limited menu includes various cuts and styles of steak in green or black pepper sauce. The service is competent if somewhat curt. Reservations are a must. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Majestic and stylish |
200 Tour de l'Isle Road (Île Ste-Hélène) Montreal, QC H3C 4G8 Canada +1 514 395 2424 |
Majestic architecture, a breathtaking setting and stylish dining all fuse at this bastion of French cuisine. Through the years, this Norman-style mansion has catered to the rich and powerful, including many heads of state. The menu also contains those mainstays of French cuisine: onion soup, snails and frog's legs. Service is exemplary and the wine list goes on forever. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dazzling landmark |
1130 Jeanne-Mance Street (Near René-Lévesque) Montreal, QC H2Z 1L7 Canada +1 514 861 3166 |
Serving the downtown corporate crowd, this upscale Italian landmark just keeps getting better. The décor is dazzling: all banners, tapestries and brass, not to mention an atrium-enclosed two-level dining room. Specialties include veal chops (CAD40), Jumbo Shrimps Fra Diavolo (CAD30) and Porcini Risotto (CAD25). The wine list is dominated by pricey Italian selections and the service is exemplary. For those who enjoy a cigar, there is a special lounge available for their pleasure. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian comfort food |
639 Notre Dame W Montreal, QC H3C 1H8 Canada +1 514 842 0588 http://www.lemuscadin.ca |
Traditional opulence is combined with traditional Italian comfort food in this monument to fine dining. This is a good choice for an expense-account business lunch, celebratory dinner or romantic getaway. Striking menu items include the Pennine Romanoff (pasta flamed with vodka in a rosé sauce and black pepper) and Gamberoni Ricardo (shrimp flamed in Pastis liquor). Light eaters may be sorely tested by items, such as the Filetto di Manzo Zingarelli, Filet Mignon flamed with cognac in a melted Gorgonzola cheese sauce, sprinkled with truffles! The wine cellar claims to have 10,000 bottles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unusual touches |
215 René-Lévesque Boulevard East (Near Hôtel-de-Ville) Montreal, QC H2X 1N7 Canada +1 514 393 3838 |
Not quite in Chinatown, this Cantonese-style restaurant located within the Days Inn Centre-Ville is good enough to attract queues on weekends for its dim sum brunch. This menu, served between 8a and 3p, offers such delicacies as steamed cuttlefish in ginger, seafood dumplings of shrimp and scallops, and a wide assortment of vegetarian dishes. The surroundings are nondescript, but the service is courteous and the prices compare well with other dim sum restaurants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hong Kong in Canada |
1115, rue Clark Montreal, QC H2Z 1K3 Canada +1 514 393 3838 |
The excellent traditional Chinese cuisine served at Lotte Furama shall make you feel like you are in Hong Kong. The eatery is charming and a row of T.V. monitors in the long hall play Chinese videos all the time. The menu is extensive; do try their specialties- the sparrow nest soup and lobster. Though a little expensive, the over all experience is worth the money. You certainly won't regret paying a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Goosebumps for dinner |
1037 Bleury Street (At de la Gauchetière) Montreal, QC H2Z 1M7 Canada +1 514 392 9268 http://www.maisonhantee.qc.ca/ |
This restaurant is one-of-a-kind in Montreal: you can eat while being frightened out of your wits during the dinner show! The dishes are strictly Canadian cuisine, with roast beef, chicken and other staples. There is a less-frightening matinee for kids between the ages of 7 and 14: a mysterious magic show filled with poetry, goose bumps and laughs. As you are led to your seat, goblins and ghosts come out of the walls; don't be surprised if your waiter has a 'knife' stuck in his head! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Busy lunches |
1065 Côte du Beaver Hall (At de la Gauchetiere) Montreal, QC H2Z 1S5 Canada +1 514 861 2002 |
This large Indian restaurant does a booming lunchtime business, making reservations a must on Thursdays and Fridays. Lunch is strictly a buffet, which is reasonably priced at CAD8.95 and features dishes like Tandoori Chicken and Chicken Korma. The restaurant boasts more than 100 dishes on the buffet, featuring everything from basic salads to homemade specialties and traditional Indian desserts. There is also a vegetarian menu. For dinner, there is a choice between a CAD10 buffet and regular menu. After six meals, the seventh is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Reliable dim sum |
1111, rue Saint-Urbain Montreal, QC H2Z 1Y6 Canada +1 514 878 2888 http://www.lamaisonkamfung.com/ |
This is the most highly regarded casual Chinese restaurant in Montreal; Kam Fung draws with Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine and a pleasing if rather utilitarian décor. Peking Duck is the house specialty, and is available without advance order—a point of institutional pride. It is just as well known for its dim sum; an enormous selection of dumplings, many filled with the same fresh seafood you can see in the aquariums, are wheeled out on platters for the hungry weekend hordes. In either case you should escape for less than CAD15. 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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Classically French |
404 Place Jacques Cartier (Near St-Amable) Montreal, QC H2Y 3B2 Canada +1 514 861 9794 |
In existence for more than 25 years, this restaurant has experienced a renaissance of late, returning again to its 1980s excellence. The setting is historic Old Montreal. The décor suits it, with upholstered chairs, burgundy curtains and dark wood panelling. The menu remains classically French, with the accent on seafood. Dishes include grilled Coquilles St-Jacques and lobster in a homardine sauce (CAD30). Service is efficient and dinner for two, excluding wine and tip, comes in at CAD100. The terrace is open daily from noon to midnight. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mediterranean delights |
479 St-Alexis Street (At de l'Hôpital) Montreal, QC H2Y 2N7 Canada +1 514 284 2195 |
This cozy Mediterranean restaurant, nestled in the heart of Old Montreal, specializes in Lebanese cuisine and a table d'hôte with a French accent. The menu consists of no fewer than 12 appetizers and three main courses of traditional dishes. The 60-person capacity restaurant is nestled in the basement of a typical old stone building bathed in Arabian Nights blue. Try the chickpea spread or dried beef served with a confit of pears and leeks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale and refined |
1 Place Ville Marie Montreal, QC H3B 3Y1 Canada +1 514 866 8000 |
This upscale Chinese restaurant located in prestigious Place Ville Marie offers specialized Szechuan cuisine in a chic dining room. The décor is appropriately lean and modern and the atmosphere refined. The service is also upscale: no throwaway plastic covers here. Aside from the Szechuan specialties, the restaurant also offers plenty of seafood and a dim sum lunch menu. Business lunch specials are served throughout the work week. Dinner for two, excluding beverages and tip, runs between CAD30-45. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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No gamble here |
1 du Casino Avenue (Île Notre-Dame) Montreal, QC H3C 4W7 Canada +1 514 392 2708 |
Even gamblers have to eat, and there's no better place to indulge than this posh yet friendly restaurant in the Casino de Montréal. The décor is dominated by immense columns and high windows—everything is giant here, including the sumptuous chairs. Chef Jean-Pierre Curtat presides over a menu of French standards, from a foie gras appetizer to seafood and red meat main courses. The service is exemplary, and the wine list extensive and expensive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bright and airy |
200 St-Jacques Street West (Near St-François-Xavier) Montreal, QC H2Y 1M1 Canada +1 514 849 8499 |
Perched right in the business district, this bright and airy place attracts a larger crowd for lunch than it does for dinner. It's too bad, because those in search pf a terrific and inexpensive meal are missing the boat when they bypass Papillon Bleu. There's an extensive menu with Chinese standards, including pan-fried meat dumplings, crispy spring rolls, scallops, beef with sesame, and orange chicken. Service is prompt and helpful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memorable and enjoyable |
75A de la Gauchetière Street West Montreal, QC H2Z 1C2 Canada +1 514 395 8106 |
Smack dab in the heart of the city and only a few minutes' walk from Old Montreal, this combination Szechuan-Cantonese restaurant offers a memorable and enjoyable dining experience. The décor is unpretentious, but contributes nevertheless to a refined setting. The service is friendly and helpful, and the prices are reasonable. Most traditional Szechuan and Cantonese dishes are on the extensive menu, and Peking Duck is the house specialty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stupendous selection |
139 St. Paul Street West Montreal, QC H2Y 1Z5 Canada +1 514 843 7432 |
Here is a traditional old-style Belgian beer bar located a few blocks west of St-Laurent in Old Montreal: the kind of place that makes you feel as if you are in Europe. There is a large Belgian flag out front and a summertime beer garden out back. Of course, the beer selection is stupendous and, even better, the waiters know exactly how to pour and serve it. All are served in proper glasses. The food is solid pub style, with the specialty being mussels and fries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Refined and relaxed |
401 Bonsecours Street (Near St Paul) Montreal, QC H2Y 3C3 Canada +1 514 282 1725 http://www.pierreducalvet.ca/ |
Located within the Auberge Pierre du Calvet , this turn-of-the-century Victorian dining room exudes refinement and relaxation. Stone walls, beautiful woodwork, antiques, chandeliers and sumptuous silk curtains offset the formal décor. The menu includes classic French cuisine choices, either from the tables d'hôte or à la carte. There is a solid selection of wines in the mid to upper price range, and pre or post-dinner cocktails are served in a cozy lounge before a fireplace. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Keeping it simple |
355 St-Paul Street West (Near St-Pierre) Montreal, QC H2Y 2A7 Canada |
Keeping it simple works for this Old Montreal bistro-style storefront restaurant, from the chalkboard menu to the reasonable prices. Décor includes an old stone wall and dividers of blue and yellow for the 20 or so tables. The menu is limited but well put together, changing little from day to day or from lunch to dinner. Mainstays include plenty of fish and seafoods. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Escape the grind |
93 de la Commune Street East (Near St-Gabriel) Montreal, QC H2Y 1J1 Canada +1 514 392 1649 |
Anyone looking to escape from the daily grind could hardly do better than this cozy hideaway. Located on the edge of Old Montreal and facing the St Lawrence River, its charm lies not only in its location, but also in the authentic cuisine of master chef Armand Forcherio. Dishes include wild mushroom soup and duck-liver pâté starters, followed by venison steak, arctic char and tuna on corn crepe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Ford to Ferrari |
Le Palais des congrès de Montréal 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage Montreal, QC H2Z 1H2 Canada +1 514 331 6571 http://www.salonautomontreal.com/ |
One of Canada's premiere auto shows now takes place at the Palais des Congrs. In addition to stock and concept cars from the American big three, there are displays from Volkswagen, BMW and the like. The real stars of the show, however, are the ultra-luxury and sports cars that most come to see: perennial exhibitors include Ferrari, Hummer, Lamborghini and Lotus. All manner of contests, giveaways and entertainment is available on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy upscale sushi |
500 McGill Street (At Notre-Dame) Montreal, QC H2Y 2H6 Canada |
You know this place offers an upscale, authentic experience when Japanese executives routinely bring clients here for crucial business meetings. The setting is appropriately stunning: two-storey plate glass windows with hanging lanterns surround the sushi area. The menu has all the classic Japanese dishes (tempuras are a specialty) as well as some innovative and spectacularly prepared combination plates. Service is first-rate, respectful and refined. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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