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Barraca Rhumerie et Tapas, Montreal. Photo by Lionel Auguste

Barraca Rhumerie et Tapas

Daily

The Barraca Rhumerie et Tapas bar is located in the heart of the trendy Plateau. It serves tapas and excellent rum drinks to a fashionable but unpretentious crowd. DJs play Latin-inflected…

45.52122
-73.600023

Milos

Daily

Although Milos is north of downtown in the Greek Mile End, it still draws Hollywood stars and lesser mortals for its premium quality fish and seafood. The decor is simple and chic, evoking a…

45.52211
-73.574611
Au Pied de Cochon, Montreal. © Magalie L'Abbé

Au Pied de Cochon

Daily; not Mon

Though it looks like a typical Plateau restaurant, Au Pied de Cochon is packed six nights a week (try after 9pm). Leave cholesterol concerns at the door: this is all about slabs of beef, pork…

45.50028
-73.55742
Holder, Montreal. © Restaurant Holder

Holder

Daily

On the edge of Old Montreal, Holder is a generously proportioned space where brokers, lawyers, and executives entertaining clients predominate at lunchtime. In the evenings, neighbourhood…

45.508779
-73.55246
Le Club Chasse et Pêche, Montreal. Courtesy of Le Club Chasse et Pêche

Le Club Chasse et Pêche

Daily; not Mon or Sun

Le Club Chasse et Pêche (Hunting and Fishing Club) has no sign out front, and the cavern-like interior has a haphazard design, but this addition to the Old Montreal scene has drawn praise from…

45.518054
-73.597188

Leméac

Daily

This sprightly member of the Laurier scene has well-spaced tables and a crew of cheerful waitresses. While the bistro dishes sound conventional on the page, they're put together in freshly…

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-73.57435

L'Express

Daily

This Plateau institution feels like a small part of Paris. The food is fairly priced for a place busy from breakfast until after midnight. After a substantial starter like bone marrow, opt for…

45.507372
-73.56599

Le Contemporain

Daily

Opened in June 2009, Le Contemporain is Montreal's Contemporary Arts Museum's brand-new bistro. The emphasis is on fresh Quebecois produce, from cheeses to charcuterie, and affordable yet…

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-73.570005
Café Cherrier, Montreal. © Francis Mariani

Café Cherrier

Daily

The tables on the terrace that wraps around Café Cherrier are filled whenever it's warm enough to linger over a bowl of café au lait, often until past midnight. Brunch is popular but consider…

45.51957
-73.585126

MeatMarket Restaurant Café

Daily; not Sun

MeatMarket is a stylish gourmet sandwich and burger café located on a nondescript block of Boulevard St-Laurent north of the fancier restaurant action. Try the Bella Donna burger, with…

45.49706
-73.577433

La Montée

Daily; not Sun

The pale woods and clean lines inside downtown restaurant La Montée are as appealing as the menu. Choose four or seven small plates in any order - venison tartare, seared scallops, aubergine…

45.520259
-73.574769

Suite 88 Chocolatier

Daily

Suite 88 Chocolatier is Montreal's first chocolate lounge and boutique, a place to relax and enjoy a multitude of cocoa-based creations. Make room for the truffles, dare the Jalapeño or Five…

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-73.586104

Kaizen

Daily

Just outside downtown in Westmount, Kaizen is worth the trip for its extensive menu of sushi, sashimi and maki. The eclectic décor makes some nods to Japan, but the fish-tail chairs at the…

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-73.555561
Garde Manger, Montreal

Garde Manger

Daily; not Mon or Sun

Garde Manger turned the Old Montreal dining scene on its head with its quirky décor, irreverence (rock soundtrack, deep-fried Mars bars for dessert) and attitude towards keeping seafood prices…

45.526687
-73.580416
L'Avenue, Montreal. © Shelley MacDonald Beaulieu, courtesy of www.OneRoastVegetable.com

L'Avenue

Daily

Ever trendy, this hip Plateau restaurant's menu is as eclectic as its wild decor. The modern take on diner-style food comes in gigantic portions, often with a twist - burgers topped with…

45.5211
-73.57665

ChuChai

Daily

The low-lit interior of ChuChai creates a serene atmosphere to enjoy well-crafted Thai dishes. Everything served at this Plateau restaurant is vegetarian - easy to forget after tasting the…

45.515679
-73.580375

Café Santropol

Daily

The decor is as eclectic as the ingredients in the massive sandwiches at this wholesome Plateau café. The vegetarian pies are savoury and come with a heap of salad and fruit. Be sure to try…

45.518581
-73.552536

O Chalet

Daily; not Sun

Considered to be one of Canada's best contemporary restaurants, the O Chalet has funky 1970s décor and is located just east of the Downtown district. It serves up Italian, Catalan and…

45.516096
-73.577483

Schwartz's

Daily

This old-school Plateau delicatessen has many ardent fans, who are convinced Schwartz's is the only place to indulge in viande fumée. Plates are heaped with slices of smoked meat, accompanied…