The best restaurants Canada

After Lisbon, Miami, New York, Boston and Chicago, it's Montreal's turn to host this gastronomic and cultural market. Over fifteen chefs, restaurateurs and mixologists have been hand-picked to occupy this immense gourmet space. There's also a cooking school, four bars (sodas, beers, cocktails, wines), a boutique and cultural and artistic spaces. On-site offerings include: Le Red Tiger( Vietnamesestreet-food ), Paul Toussaint (West Indian cuisine), Bossa (gourmet sandwiches)... Our mouths are watering!

Located in the Virgil area, just outside of Niagara-on-the-Lake, The Pie Plate is a bakery-café that offers sweet treats, delicious pies, a variety of sandwiches, 100% homemade baguettes and delicious pizzas made with fresh ingredients. During the Virgil After Dark evenings, we come here to savor one of its thin crust pizzas accompanied by a house cocktail. A nice gourmet address for a breakfast or a lunch on the go, or for an aperitif with friends on the weekend.

An excellent address where regional products take pride of place. Located just a few steps from the "sea", and with additional space on the^2nd floor, it's the ideal place to enjoy platters of cheese, charcuterie, smoked fish and side dishes, which you assemble yourself. It also serves as a gourmet grocery store, offering cheeses, sausages, baguettes, coffees, wines and more. When it comes to hops, you'll find nothing but "home-grown" products. Fine Quebec spirits, wines and cocktails are also on the menu.

Vegetarian restaurant with nice atmosphere, where the idea to eat vegetarian is no longer rejecting. Its location close to the beach in Kitsilano makes it an excellent address where to go before or after a good summer sunshine.

The perfect address for budget-conscious people looking for authentic Japanese food. Here, no fuss, the service is fast and efficient and the menu succinct. It is possible to wait about fifteen minutes outside as the place is so busy with locals and passing travelers. More than 20 of the chain's restaurants are spread across Canada and even as far away as Seattle in the United States. You will be able to taste many original and typical recipes such as Fukuoka Tonkotsu Ramen. The quality/price ratio is excellent.

With a beautiful outdoor terrace overlooking Shediac Bay, Paturel's Shore House Restaurant could already satisfy many visitors. But the place has made its reputation by the quality of its food in general and its seafood in particular. If we add that the service is of excellent quality and that the prices are reasonable, here is a very nice address for a gourmet break and that is well worth the small detour in Grand-Barachois.

Located in the former Sainte-Thérèse church, the premises, with their industrial and fragmented design, are sure to seduce from the outset. Then comes the menu displaying decadent and indecent dishes, which must be pronounced the famous "OMG". Succulent grilled meats, international flavours and burgers are worth a visit and are prepared with local beef aged for 30 days. The originality is there and for lovers of decadence, we recommend one of the dishes "signed OMG". Several bars, large terrace with bar and underfloor heating, fireplaces.

You will find the spirit of the Magdalen Islands in this corner of paradise led by the Painchaud family. The staff were very friendly and helpful. In the summer, the family installs a terrace in the back that it embellishes with a miniature sailboat, lobster traps, fishing nets and the Acadian flag. In mid-August, there is a celebration of the region until the early morning. A good old place, as we love them, with an open kitchen where we prepare, according to tradition, the most delicious lobsters in the world, cooked with steam and sea salt. The fruit pot of seafood, cod cakes, and seal (very rich in iron) prepared in burger, sausage or lasagna is refined. For the undecided, the «Tour des Îles» tasting base brings together all the specialties in small quantities. An address not to miss!

Sweet or savoury, pancakes are always welcome at any time of the day in this small local area, housed in the Château Frontenac. Attablé around cute small tables, you can take a well-deserved break, especially after having walked all day in Old Quebec. Our suggestion: Around 16 h, the chocolate crepe, a delight. Of course, the selection of traditional fondue, the delicious chestnuts and gargantuan breakfasts are also to be discovered.

Dyan Solomon and Eric Girard, co-owners of the famous Olive+Gourmando, opened Foxy in 2015. Unlike its big sister, which works morning and noon, Foxy is more of a night spot, offering charcoal and wood-fired cooking with a homemade philosophy. Meat and seafood products are very popular, not forgetting starters such as homemade feta cheese or the famous flatbread. The decor is muted and subdued, "halfway between a hunting lodge and a speakeasy " as Ariane Krol of La Presse aptly put it.

The restaurant Les Sales Gosses is the offspring of Patrick Simon and Jeff Pettigrew. The two co-owners have acquired solid experience in several establishments in the Quebec City and Montreal area, one in the kitchen and the other as a sommelier. We offer you here a refined and tasty cuisine, influenced by France and Italy, with a good supply of seasonal and Quebec products. In the dining room, black and white dominate in a refined atmosphere, and we particularly like the large bar where it is nice to lean back, a glass of wine in hand

It's like being in a loft: friendly atmosphere (small tables for two or large wooden tables to share), very high ceilings, light colors. The brunch served all week is a must. And there's plenty to choose from, including the more traditional "Canton", "Lac Brome" with duck confit, eggs Benedict with orange sauce, spinach and potatoes, and even the red fruit pancakes. At lunchtime, several à la carte dishes are also available. An ideal place to take a break during the day. Everything is simply delicious!

One of Montreal's busiest bakery-cafés. At the entrance, a counter sells an assortment of pastries, cookies, muffins and other treats, not to mention coffee to go. At the back, the breakfast, sandwich, salad and other gourmet counters prepare delicious diet meals, most of them made with organic ingredients. The choice of dishes varies regularly, and their quality and originality never disappoint. A delicious coffee is the perfect end to a good meal. Beware, the place is packed at lunchtime.

A well-known address, as it is one of the few establishments open all year round. The motel restaurant prepares a good family cuisine with seafood specialities (try the fisherman's plate), pasta, grills, pizzas and tutti quanti. In addition to the à la carte dishes, a daily menu is offered for lunch and a table d'hôte in the evening. For those who wake up late, no problem, breakfast brunch is available all day long!

A relaxed, lively neighborhood bistro, with a cheerful atmosphere. It offers a varied menu featuring the great classics of bistro cuisine: garlic snails, pan-fried foie gras, bavette de cheval (very popular), steak-frites, homemade ribs, fish & chips, tartares (salmon, beef)... There's also a fine selection of pastas and pizzas, and several other gourmet specialties, such as poutine with duck confit and calvados sauce, a delight. Special mention for the well-stocked wine list.

An excellent address for lovers of Chinese cuisine and dim sum. Its varied menu allows you to combine one or more dishes. If you are several, menus for 2, 3, 4 or 6 people will save you.

Restaurant specializing in grilled meats and seafood flavored with Terroir Boréal. The salmon and duck breast smoked on site are succulent, not to mention the delicious fresh pasta and homemade sauces. We recommend the friendly plate of homemade products with, among others, smoked and dried salmon, maple smoked salmon, marinated and smoked duck breast, foie gras mousse with boreal flavours, marinated turbot, onion confit and regional cheeses. The smoked products and those of the house brand (Terroir Boréal) are sold on site.

This magnificent 1901 house offers an unforgettable experience of relaxation, refinement and gastronomy. Chef Truchon's table is a hymn to flavors and local products. Specialties include tartares, foie gras from Ferme Basque, black pudding, Charlevoix lamb, fish and local cheeses. The wine list is the perfect complement to this culinary adventure. Also worth discovering: the cozy accommodations of his inn and his new lounge restaurant and tapas bar next door, L'Île Mystérieuse.

How would you describe this inviting, multi-faceted place? First, it's a friendly little eatery with a tasty menu that focuses on local products (young Island beef tartare, sea bass burger, Pied-de-Vent cheese poutine, Les Trésors du Large oysters, Island beer ribs, etc.). Then there's a bistro where you can enjoy a drink with friends, with a menu of craft beers including, of course, those from À l'Abri de la Tempête. Finally, you can also sleep in one of the six rooms on the^2nd floor.

To find Le Gabriel, it is simple: look for the red and white building with a lighthouse. Very popular with tourists in season, we offer family and sea cuisine, Acadian specialities and all kinds of dishes on the thumb (wraps, burgers, sandwiches, etc.). Shows and events are presented and a pool table is available for guests.

Fine pizzas, cooked to perfection since 1948! Families and groups of friends flock here, but the wait is well worth it, whether it's for a pizza with well-chosen ingredients, pasta (ravioli, cannelloni, gnocchi, etc.) or a plate of antipasti. The setting is very simple and the atmosphere very lively. Conquered guests can go and have a look at their gourmet shop, Miss Napoletana (across the street), and stock up on good homemade or imported products: pasta, sauces, frozen pizzas, oils, coffee and much more.

Now located directly at the foot of the Mont Blanc ski resort, La Tablée des Pionniers has lost none of its original vocation. It's a reinvented sugar shack, with a gastronomic touch and an abundance of regional products, all in the form of dishes to share, accompanied by a fine selection of local spirits. Reservations are required to secure a place in this gourmet haven. A must-see sugar shack, perfect to round off a great day on the slopes!

In Montreal, plant-based cuisine is a source of boundless creativity. Here, we're discovering vegan Indian dishes with a particular focus on the nutritional quality of the ingredients chosen. Byrianis, dals, curries... everything is bursting with flavor. The "chicken" tikka is particularly good, and the mango lassi is just delicious. At lunchtime, the thali can be an interesting place to sample several small specialties. And it has to be said, you'll be very warmly welcomed, with attentive service. It's a pleasant address in every way.

After La Belle Tonki, Michel et Michel open a spot dedicated to smash burgers. Almost caramelized steaks (ground on the premises), an extra sauce, a soft bun, a few crudités; with just 2 recipes, it's simple and straight to the point: gourmandise. As for the fries, they're thinly sliced and cooked in suet for a crispy result, so there's nothing to complain about. However, there's not much room inside, so we recommend you take away.

This little place is an ode to fresh seafood. Half fish shop, half restaurant, the team helps itself directly to the sales counters to fill your plate. You can choose to enjoy your meal on the spot (a few tables are available) or to do your shopping on the store side. Please note that the menu is constantly changing, depending on the season and what is available. To taste Ontario, just look at the origin of the fish on the menu. Also, check out the tasty weekend brunch.

Snack bars are all the rage, but what sets this one apart is its eco-responsible approach, which won it the "Tourisme responsable et durable" award at the Prix excellence tourisme in 2023. On the gourmet side, the homemade fries and poutines are a big draw, but the entire menu is worth a detour, with vegetarian and/or gluten-free options to boot. Nice terrace area (part of which is covered) and some indoor seating too. We recommend it!

Brasserie Bernard, an essential institution in the chic and vibrant Outremont district, is brilliantly run by the Holder brothers, a reference in the city. This elegant brasserie transports us into the atmosphere and flavours of Europe. The great classics are on the slate and the menu makes room for local Quebec products, notably the Quebec cheese plate. A wide selection of wines and spirits is offered. The summer terrace adds to the many pleasures of this choice establishment.

As the name suggests, so does the logo, and indeed on the menu (fried) chicken reigns supreme. Sourced from the Voltigeurs farm 100 km from Montreal, the meat is of the highest quality. Fried in a crispy cornflake breading, the chicken remains juicy and tender. You can also choose from a range of homemade sauces to accompany the generous pieces. On weekends, the brunch menu features chicken & waffles, an American specialty that's a must-try here! Other options, with and without chicken, are also interesting.

Facing Lake Ontario, in the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning, is this friendly little café. The kitchen team sources local farms and producers for a simple but tasty menu. The place mainly prepares gourmet sandwiches, as well as homemade soups and salads. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available, as well as coffees from Canadian roasters and sweet treats (pastries, muffins, cookies, etc.).

From American cuisine that is fine enough.

Located inside the ECB and in front of the Movenpick market, this restaurant-bar, with its eye, with primary colours, comes a little from the ordinary. Just because we're not really used to so much color in Toronto.

To take advantage of the hotel, you can take advantage of the terrace. There is also a variety of breakfasts at reasonable prices, as well as Italian-inspired cuisine.

Located in the small Italian quarter, this small square serves Lebanese sandwiches all day long until from morning to weekend. The shawarmas and falafels are delicious, and the owners are very courteous.

A typical North American restaurant chain where hamburgers, salads, chicken wings, nachos, squid and more are served. The servings are always generous and the dishes are very different.

A Korean restaurant serving typical Korean cuisine. Located in the small Korean quarter, the Korean House is distinguished by the delicacy of its dishes and its traditional alcohol le. The richness of this gastronomy that harmoniously combines Chinese and Japanese flavours is becoming known.

More interesting inside than you would think from outside. A trendy place, nevertheless serving quality dishes. Keep room for dessert: Burnt cream is excellent!

If your culinary experience encompasses much more than the content of the plate, if you need to excite other senses than taste and smell, then you will need to reconsider your sense of priorities. Because behind this unattractive building is one of the best French restaurants in the city. The kitchen is very refined and courteous service. A classic address in Ottawa.

In an intimate atmosphere, couples taste the delicious dishes prepared by Cook's Shop chefs. Pasta dishes are tasty and tasty sauces. Meat and seafood dishes are good but relatively expensive. However, for pasta, they have been a reference to Windsor since 1980.

NAMI was one of the first sushi and Japanese restaurants in the city and has since become a classic in Toronto. The framework is simple and clearly refers to the Land of the Rising Sun. In addition to combos, you will find a nice selection of sushi and sashimi à la carte, not to mention rolls and hand rolls and grills. For a more authentic experience, we suggest you take a seat at the Sushi Bar. The waiters usually greet your departure with a "Gochisosama Deshita! " (thanks for coming to eat).

It is said that the regulars come there for breakfast (a little expensive), drag up until lunch and then take a tour to be there just in time to have a table for the evening dinner. The restaurant has a loyal clientele, because the reception is nice, the service is fast and the dishes are rich. The kitchen is in the purest American style of burgers, steaks, chicken and beans. Ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise accompany everything. For about $ 10, you celebrate your primitive desires of meat.

Although it is far away from the centre, Verbena is a modern bistro in a very fashionable neighborhood.

It serves a rather "discounted" European classic cuisine, with Asian influence. The chef chef is Canadian, trained in Switzerland.

The Sassafraz is a restaurant located in a pretty house in the Yorkville district and is a real invitation to indulge in gourmet delicacies. It serves a rather classical cuisine, mixing French traditions and Canadian novelties. In the summer, the terrace allows you to discreetly observe the comings and goings of the neighbourhood's regulars. Those who do not wish to dine here can always come for a drink in the late evening; the company of a good martini or one of the wines on the impressive menu is ideal. Reservation recommended in the evening.

Coffee is delicious, burgers and salads are original. We recommend you the hamburger sauce sauce and the delicious Greek salad. The selection of beer is interesting. In Stooley's we appreciate the diversified menu and small prices.

Formerly known as the Rectory Café, The Riviera is the ideal place to take a gourmet break during a trip to the Toronto Islands (the restaurant is 500 meters from the ferry landing). The setting is simply enchanting and makes you want to take root there for a while, with a glass of wine or beer in hand, wedged in the cushions of the banquette in the dining room or on the large and magnificent terrace with a view on the lake. The menu is simple but effective (homemade chili, sandwiches and burgers, pasta, world flavors, etc.).

Bloomfield Public House is the kind of facility we'd all want in our neighbourhood. Installed in the former village bank (the door of the vault is still there), it is presented under two distinct entities: on one side a café with its large garage door opening onto the terrace, and on the other the restaurant with its industrial-chic look. The Prince Edward region is the featured culinary region, with local dishes that vary with the seasons and arrivals, not to mention the delicious products from the artisanal smokehouse.

If you're craving juicy grilled meats, The Keg is clearly the place to go! Located in the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, not far from Clifton Hill, this steakhouse-style restaurant serves nothing but quality cuts, from filet mignon to sirloin steak, not to mention ribs, steak and lobster combo or lobster tail dinner. Everything is truly delicious and prepared exactly the way you want it. Nice wine cellar as a bonus. Another branch at the Embassy Suites Hotel with a breathtaking view of the falls.