LA BANQUISE
Read moreAt any time of day or night, people come here to enjoy one of the 30 types of poutine on the menu. More than just fries, cheese and gravy, here creativity yields sometimes surprising results, like the Savoyarde with bacon, onions, Swiss cheese and sour cream. There's also a selection of sandwiches, club sandwiches, burgers and other small dishes to accompany a microbrewery beer. There's also a good choice of hearty breakfasts at ridiculously low prices. A must in the metropolis!
SCHWARTZ’S
Read moreKnown and recognized for the unique taste of its smoked meat, a pastrami specially prepared in the traditional way with a blend of spices and herbs, Schwartz's has been bringing the atmosphere of The Main to its customers since 1928, with its long line. The smoked meat is served in lean, semi-lean or not lean at all. Such an institution in Montreal that a musical comedy dedicated to its history was even created. For the record, Celine Dion and her late husband René Angélil are part of the conglomerate that bought the restaurant in 2012.
PATATI PATATA FRITERIE DELUXE
Read moreAt the corner of Rachel and Saint-Laurent, this French fry shop is iconic in Montreal. Its low prices and comfort food are sure to please. Whether it's the lunch plates (understand breakfast) or the very good poutines, the Patati Patata stop is justified at any time of the day, and until late at night. The tofu, beef or fish burgers are perfect to fill up the little hunger pangs. Luxury no, but efficient yes!
BANH MI BOYS
Read moreThis is the Vietnamese fast food in town. At lunchtime, the diner is always full. Sandwiches filled with raw vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, etc.) are made with your choice of tofu, chicken, meatballs or even duck confit. We come here for a quick bite to eat on the spot or to take out. Small salads are sold at modest prices, a touch of lightness appreciable. Other Toronto branches: Yonge Street north of Eglinton, corner of Yonge and Gerrard Streets, and York University in North York.
LA BRÛLERIE D’ICI
Read moreThis is the ideal place for a good coffee and a good coffee. This roasting house also offers hot and cold sandwiches, homemade soups, breakfasts, cakes and pastries, a wide variety of loose teas… We love!
CAFÉ SANTROPOL
Read moreThis vegetarian and vegan (but not only) café has a reputation for delicious sandwiches. One example of a sandwich is the carrot lox with red onions, capers, dill and cream cheese or the cashew spread. Other dishes include vegetarian chili, comforting soups, hearty salads and delicious desserts (try the carrot cake or the cheesecake with wild blueberry coulis). The prices are very affordable considering the generous portions.
LE SACRISTAIN
Read moreLocated in the former Wesleyan church, Le Sacristain sandwich shop offers healthy meals with a touch of Mediterranean inspiration: soups, salads, grilled sandwiches, quiches and homemade desserts. Lunch packages including a glass of wine are very cheap. The owners of the premises attach great importance to the quality of the products offered, but also to the decoration of their small restaurant. The style of the old place of worship is well preserved, thanks in particular to the magnificent restored stained glass windows hung from the ceiling.
RED FISH BLUE FISH
Read moreRed Fish Blue Fish is one of Victoria's best fish & chip spots. This food truck is located on the docks of Victoria Harbour and you take your sandwich to eat at the outdoor tables facing the marina. All of the fish used for the sandwiches is caught according to sustainable fishing principles. Locals and tourists alike love this place, which is why there is often a long line in front of it. Be patient, it is worth the detour!
TIME OUT MARKET MONTRÉAL
Read moreAfter 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!
LE CARTET RESTO BOUTIQUE
Read moreIt'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!
LA ROULOTTE À PATATES DE GENTILLY
Read moreSnack 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!
JUNIPER CAFE
Read moreFacing 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.).
STOOLEY’S CAFE
Read moreCoffee 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.
FAIRMOUNT BAGEL
Read moreThe best bagels are the ones from Montreal. Period. And it's impossible to meet a Canadian who will tell you otherwise. One of the best known in the city is Fairmount Bagel, a Mile End institution for over a century. Their bagels are perfect: not too dense crumb and crispy crust. Plain, sesame seed, poppy seed, multigrain, onion, blueberry, cinnamon raisin, cranberry, etc., the options are numerous and all delicious! Our choice: sesame seed bagel with smoked salmon mousse.
CANTINE DES NAVIGATEURS
Read moreLocated just a few steps from the sea, flanked by its large sailboat and maritime decor, the Cantine des Navigateurs offers a tasty on-the-go menu: homemade fish & chips or cod croquettes, lobster club sandwiches, shrimp guédilles, bouillabaisse, not to mention typical snack dishes (burgers, hot dogs, poutine, smoked meat, fries...). All you have to do is accompany it with a good Gaspesian beer. Takeaway meals are also available, as is an outdoor terrace.
CRUMBS GOURMET PATTIES
Read moreReopened in a new space in the heart of Kensington Market, Crumbs is a small counter that specializes in one thing: the famous Jamaican patties. While you can opt for the standard Caribbean version, they make gourmet patties here. The most popular? Without a doubt, the Remixed with beef or chicken curry and melted cheddar cheese. There are other delicious versions on the menu and veggie or breakfast options are also available. Perfect for a quick bite to eat!
RÔTISSERIE SERRANO BBQ
Read moreThis family-run rotisserie has been feeding the neighborhood for over 50 years, and the daily lunchtime line-up in front of the door is proof of its continued success. Sandwiches are the main attraction: chicken breast or leg, pork or sausage, all cooked to a delicious, crispy skin. When it comes to sauces and crudités, the choice is yours. And for even more deliciousness, the trick is to ask for chicken juice in your sandwich. An address that goes straight to the point and does it well.
LA BOTTEGA NICASTRO
Read moreAn Italian gourmet grocery store founded by the Nicastro brothers in 1972, today's Bottega has set up shop in the ByWard Market and has been going full steam ahead ever since. They offer a wide range of high quality products, both imported and homemade. For a quick bite to eat, the shop offers several dishes to eat on site (soups, salads, pasta, pizzas, hot sandwiches), accompanied by a glass of wine or an Italian beer. Take-out sandwiches are also available and are prepared according to your tastes, from bread to toppings.
LE CATHCART
Read moreCathcart Restaurants and Biergarten opened in early 2020 as part of the Esplanade Place Ville Marie revitalisation project. The 12 food counters (a real culinary world tour) and the 2 restaurants (a brasserie and a Japanese canteen) are set up around an elegant green and luminous square, under an imposing glass roof, where everyone can settle down with their glass or their plate (both are even better!). This new food fair is already a new place not to be missed for Happy Hours.
C'EST LA VIE CAFÉ
Read moreWell-known café in this beautiful part of the country, occupying the premises of a beautiful period house, it is one of our best addresses in Val-David to break the fast food at a good price or to satisfy a sweet and greedy desire. In winter, it's a cozy place to come and enjoy a spicy chai, while in summer, its pretty terrace invites you to sit back and relax. The team cooks according to the seasons, with organic and local products, proposing a list of simple but very tasty dishes. Bonus: everything is home-made!