French flair, legal fun, and the best nightlife north of New York
Schwartz's smoked-meat sandwich for lunch, Au Pied de Cochon for the foie-gras-and-pork dinner, late drinks at Big in Japan Bar in Mile End. Bell Centre for a Habs game if the schedule lines up, Bagel walk between St-Viateur and Fairmount, Joe Beef brunch in Little Burgundy. Old Port for the cobblestones and the speakeasies. Fly YUL. Passport required, French menus everywhere.
food tour • 3 hours
Guided tour through cobblestone streets with stops at bakeries, delis, and markets
brewery tour • 3.5 hours
Guided tour hitting Dieu du Ciel!, Vices & Versa, and Isle de Garde
hiking • 2 hours
Hike to the summit for panoramic views of downtown and the St. Lawrence
escape room • 3 hours
Play from 1,000+ board games with craft beer and pub food
club • unhinged • $$
Legendary after-hours club with Funktion-One sound — open until noon
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
club • unhinged • $$$
Massive converted gasworks venue hosting top-tier EDM and hip-hop acts
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
tiki bar • balanced • $$
Hidden Chinatown tiki bar with inventive tropical cocktails
bar • balanced • $$
Crescent Street staple with DJs, dancing, and a packed weekend crowd
bar • balanced • $$
Old Montreal bar with high ceilings, strong drinks, and DJ nights
speakeasy • chill • $$$
Intimate speakeasy with bespoke cocktails and jazz ambiance
lounge • balanced • $$$
Glamorous Old Montreal lounge that transforms into a dance party late night
Dress code: Smart casual
rooftop • chill • $$$
Old Montreal rooftop with views of Notre-Dame Basilica and city skyline
Dress code: Smart casual to upscale
bar • balanced • $$
Crescent Street institution with live Celtic music and massive beer selection
cocktail bar • chill • $$
Cozy Mile End cocktail bar with quirky decor and natural wines
French / Steakhouse • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Montreal's most famous restaurant — decadent French-Canadian cuisine
Deli / Smoked Meat • $ • Best for: late-night
Legendary smoked-meat sandwiches since 1928 — line is part of the experience
French-Canadian / Decadent • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Martin Picard's temple of excess — foie gras poutine is a must
Brunch / Eclectic • $$ • Best for: brunch
Montreal's most iconic brunch spot — expect a line on weekends
Poutine • $ • Best for: late-night
30+ poutine varieties, open 24 hours — the 3am tradition
French Brasserie • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Grand brasserie in Old Montreal with seafood towers and impeccable service
Wine Bar / Small Plates • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Joe Beef's wine-bar sibling with natural wines and seasonal small plates
Syrian / Middle Eastern • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Stunning upscale Syrian cuisine in Mile End — a Montreal standout
Seafood / Steakhouse • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Chuck Hughes' Old Montreal hot spot with lobster poutine and party vibes
boutique-hotel • Max 16 guests
Old Montreal boutique with exposed brick and the famous rooftop terrace
hotel • Max 20 guests
Sleek party-friendly hotel in Old Montreal with buzzy lobby bar
airbnb • Max 12 guests
Converted loft on the Plateau steps from Saint-Laurent nightlife
hotel • Max 16 guests
Stunning heritage mansion turned luxury hotel on the Golden Square Mile
house • Max 14 guests
Multi-floor stone townhouse in Old Port with rooftop and modern interiors
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