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Montreal, In a Weekend
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1. La Maison Simons
Comparing Simon's to sweet lil boutiques on St. Denis would be like comparing monkeys to seawolfs or apples to oranges. But when thinking of the world of department stores, Simon's trumps the Bay for affordable trendy clothing. Just don't expect to…More »
2. Philemon Bar
Huhhhh-huhhhh. That's a collective of people all exhaling, fogging up the big window facing St Paul's cobblestone street.
A DJ spinned house at a decibel still conducive to conversations for a diverse mix of late 20 somethings, some in their parkas…More »
3. Tiende Santé & Végétarien
My head won't stop nodding. It's agreeing that Tiende Sante is exactly the shop I wanted to tuck myself into on a blustery Montreal afternoon. But why?
It was the overwhelming urge to ask "how much is that monkey in the window? The one with the…More »
4. Le Petit Hotel
Some hotels feel stuffy and formal. Some hotels feel old and worn. Some hotels have no character at all... But Le Petit Hotel feels JUST RIGHT.
There's something about walking into a room that is both minimal and modern yet comfortable. Yup, I could…More »
5. Suite 88 Chocolatier
I knew there was one place I wanted to visit on St Denis - and it was Suite 88. I could still remember the truffles, the earl gray chocolate bar and the amazing hot chocolate I'd had a few years ago. Nothing has changed. It's minimalistic displays,…More »
6. Bières et compagnie
Before Yelp came to Canada I found myself wandering St Denis not knowing where to eat. That was 4 summers ago. When I searched "Mussels" on Yelp recently, I came face to face with the very place I passed an evening drinking fruity beers from a…More »
7. Burritoville
Hey, you Buritoville - that's right - you! I've been initiated and I gotta tell you, "me likey you long time."
Head up the outside stairs, and into the back of this creaky, wooden house. Then, place your order: single, combo or triple. Say what? The…More »
8. Kitsch 'n Swell
Nana? Papa? Is that you??
Pin up girl playing cards, cowboy boots, leather jackets, Hawaiian Steins, Michael Jackson tape recorders. I just stepped back in time and place. I'm sitting in my grandparents rec room. The only thing that's missing is a…More »
9. Caffè Art Java
Latte art is precious - or at least that's what I realized in most of my cafe wanderings. My americano was one of the better ones I tasted in Montreal and my lemon poppy seed muffin was moist. I was there just before a lunch rush where the paninis…More »
10. Aux Vivres
Everyone is right. The Dragon Bowl is divine. Sitting solo at the bar, I was served quickly by a friendly waitress, and had the perfect perch to watch the smoothies getting buzzed. Do I want a creamsicle? With coconut milk, orange juice, carrot juice…More »
11. Café Voro
Hello lovely neighbourhood spot. On my most recent visit to Montreal I had the good fortune to visit Voro on two occasions. Between sips of prosecco and roses, I dined in the company of good people and delicious morsels of food.
Delicious and…More »
12. Monkland Taverne
For a leisurely casual business lunch (read, somewhat slow service), this Taverne fits the bill eloquently. Surrounded by lots of business people both inside, dressed in suits, and outside on the terrace enjoying vino at lunch, I could have spend…More »
13. The Sparrow / Le Moineau
Montréal, QC H2T 1A5
(514) 690-3964
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Lounges,
Canadian (New)
Putting a bird on it, even in Montreal, this particular Sparrow has my kind of lounge vibe: dark, lit by candlelight, well-spaced tables, small capacity, sharable couches. Pro-tip: ask the server to see if those sitting on the bench or the couches…More »
14. Mandys Salad Bar
A small bank of tables plays peek-a-boo behind some stunning women's clothing. If you didn't know any better, you wouldn't know it was there to begin with. And then somehow in the moments between stepping in off the street and sitting down, you're…More »
15. Le Cartet
Pre-made salads and sandwiches for take-away on pick-up-and-get-back-to-work lunches in the front, and a combo of small two top tables and long communal tables in the back -- Le Cartet appeals to many. I've spent a decent amount of time at Le Cartet.…More »
16. Patate & Ciboulette
Translation: Potato and Chive
Now that you know what it means, can you picture the Mr. Potato Heads that adorn the drink cooler?
Outside of steakhouses and Wendy's, I hadn't given a baked potato much thought. And a whole restaurant specializing in the…More »
17. Fabergé
A popular spot at Sunday lunchtime. Groups crowd outside and inside, hungry diners hope for a cup of joe while they wait. Graffiti like paint adds both wall and table flair - complete with gold! Happy that I didn't have to wait, as I was dining solo,…More »
18. Hoche Cafe
What a cute and cosy spot to set up "office" for a few hours. It's a large space for a coffee shop, the kind of place that's so warm that it fogs up your glasses when you walk in the door. There's a definite sense of neighbourhood at Hoche. Adorning…More »
19. Griffintown
Montréal, QC H3C 1K8
(514) 931-5299
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Gastropubs
Sign me up for a weekly eat here, please? Someone? Please. Arriving starved after a morning train ride from Ottawa, I was seated on the terrasse. Snuggly wedged into my seat (which was also propping open the door to the restaurant) I got down to…More »
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