Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Montreal

Experience dining at its finest at Bouillon Bilk, a restaurant known for its elegant set-up and innovative Canadian dishes. The black wooden chairs, white table cloths, minimalist decor and dim lighting create an ambiance which is sophisticated and classy. The menu is a line-up of inventive Canadian specials, cooked to perfection both in terms of taste and presentation and paired with wine suggested by the sommelier which sets off the flavors of the dishes perfectly.

Kazu offers a traditional Japanese dining experience at an affordable price. The portions are small and the food is delicious enough to make you crave for more. Located in Chinatown between other East - Asian diners, this place is a safe bet for some mouth watering food. There is always a queue for seating which speaks much for the popularity and quality service that it offers.

This ambient, stone-walled restaurant features a menu decked with French and Mediterranean fusion delights crafted to perfection. Appetizers include grilled shrimps with asparagus and a Caesar salad. An oyster bar, crab claws a la Provencal, and Catalan-style clams highlight the seafood focus. Notable main courses feature chimichurri rib steak with home-style garlic mashed potatoes, or peperonata swordfish with a white bean ragout. Barroco also boasts a generous wine list, many of which are private imported wines.

If you are looking for a place where you can bring in a special occasion then Les Deux Singes de Montarvie is where your search ends. This is a wonderful French restaurant perfect for a romantic dinner or for a quiet evening with close friends. Dimly lit, the interior always emanates a warm glow and the seats give a lovely view of the city outside. Dishes at Les Deux Singes de Montarvie are crafted to perfection and they arrive at your table looking like a work of art. The restaurant has an impressive selection of wines to complement your meal and you can rely on your servers for suggestions over the labels.

This high-end bistro is set in a beautifully designed Victorian Mansion, and features the cuisine of chef and owner Jerome Ferrer. The a la carte menu includes selections like roasted hen that comes complemented with some asparagus tips and oozes subtle flavors of roasted garlic. Another must-try dish here is the beef sirloin which is served with quail egg with a side of flavored wild mushrooms. Utmost attention is paid towards presentation of all the dishes and their taste does complete justice to their appearance. If there is a special occasion coming up, a reservation here would only add immeasurably to your memories.

Located at 545 Milton Avenue in the Montreal’s Milton-Parc neighborhood, Lola Rosa’s proximity to McGill University attracts both students and locals to its vegetarian, Mexican fusion cuisine. The restaurant also offers vegan and gluten-free options. Inside is seating for 40 diners; at each table, a set of pull-drawers contains notes and drawings from previous patrons, which often include funny messages, love notes, and other mementos. Menu items range from simple salads to the famous nacho plate. Portions are small, but filling. Try the Lola’s Nachos or polenta dish, and for dessert, anything will do! Meals range from CAD8 to CAD12. Lola Rosa has a full liquor license and accepts cash, debit, and credit cards. It is easily accessible from McGill Metro Station, and the 80 and 24 buses.