The best bars and cafés Canada

La Captive offers a fine selection of house beers, from chilled lager to Saison, Hefeweizen, Oatmeal Stout and Bitter Rousse. For a bite to eat, the slate features a daily menu, and the à la carte menu includes appetizers, lunch salads, gourmet sandwiches, decadent burgers, pizzas on homemade beer batter and poutines. All that's left to do is entertain yourself with musical or comedy performances, visual art exhibitions and other events organized on site.

Run by the Le Cabestan workers' cooperative, this craft brewery offers its own nectars, as well as beers from other Quebec microbreweries and collaborations. For those with a stronger taste, there are some forty whiskies on the menu, not to mention pub-style cuisine featuring local and regional produce. To take the experience a step further, drop in next door where you'll find the cosy tasting room with terrace, the boutique and the brewery facilities.

It's not just a microbrewery where house beers flow freely. Nor even a simple place of refined bistronomy where you can enjoy dishes imagined by the chef, who does not miss an opportunity to highlight the products of the region. Le Temps d'une Pinte is not just a place to relax and enjoy good live music, contemplate the works on the walls or take part in the nightlife of Trois-Rivières in an atmosphere that your hosts like to describe as "responsible festive". Le Temps d'une Pinte is all this!

Charming cultural café-bar in the heart of the village, in a beautiful period house. We come here for our pastries and muffins, accompanied by a mocaccino made with homemade chocolate milk, not to mention our tasty dishes (salads, soups, paninis, pizzas, nachos, succulent desserts...). In the afternoon or evening, you can opt for a beer from a Quebec microbrewery or another of the province's craft spirits, often punctuated by musical performances, a slam/poetry evening or a foosball tournament. Give it a try!

Le Naufrageur's brewery is located in the dining room or on the terrace, where you can savour our home-brewed beers and hard seltzer, accompanied by small or large gourmet dishes. The menu's watchword in all seasons: the use and promotion of local ingredients. A fine program of events, including musical performances that draw large crowds. Also worth discovering: the micro-market and its artisanal products (open in summer), as well as the La Mie Véritable bakery-pastry shop and the La Mie d'en haut café.

This bar in the Faubourg has a real surprise in store for those who venture into its lair. The glass roof and the charming terrace in the inner courtyard inspire more than one person (additional glass roof on the terrace to enjoy it in winter). They even make its reputation! But Le Sacrilège is also a program of shows and events of all kinds, a fine selection of Quebec spirits and snacks for the hungry, not to mention the chartreuse which is very popular here. A true institution!

This friendly bistro-brewery in the Saint-Roch district offers quality craft beers brewed according to traditional methods, as well as a gourmet menu made up mainly of local seasonal products. In fact, La Korrigane wishes to promote local and regional agri-food businesses, and more specifically, small artisanal producers. The company's mission also includes a cultural component (great program of activities and events) and a social component. To be discovered!

Siboire's Dépôt and Jacques-Cartier branches in Sherbrooke embody the dynamic spirit of the local brewing scene. At Dépôt, the relaxed atmosphere and original brews invite discovery. As for Jacques-Cartier, its warm atmosphere and inventive cuisine blend perfectly with the selection of craft beers. These two emblematic Siboire establishments offer an authentic experience, bringing together beer lovers and food enthusiasts in a friendly, festive setting in the heart of Sherbrooke.

It's hard, if not impossible, not to fall under the spell of this magnificent two-hundred-year-old house, with no neighbors, overlooking the river with a breathtaking view and terrace/backyard. What sets this microbrewery apart is its wood-fired brewing process. Unique in America! Small snack menu, too, including mixed nuts, dry sausages, arancini with forest mushrooms and local cheese, organic fougasse and other delights.

Open since 1996, the illustrious artisanal brewery on Saint-Denis Street has acquired a loyal clientele thanks to the quality of its products. Always striving for excellence, the owners have drawn inspiration from German and Czech styles to develop their beer menu. L'Amère à boire specializes in the brewing of low fermentation beers (lagers) and also offers several ales. The bistro style dishes (nachos, burgers, poutine...) go perfectly with the slate beers. A must in the Latin Quarter.

Stylish deco, a pleasant atmosphere, specialty beers, a kitchen "on the thumb", including a assiette of Quebec cheeses, exhibitions of visual art and other events… one will quickly understand why this place is so popular.

Home to the La Chasse-Pinte cooperative brewery, this is a marvellous place, with the warm atmosphere of a small old-fashioned house where the works of local artists take pride of place everywhere. Its gourmet menu features the great classics of bistro cuisine, as well as market dishes that vary according to harvest and arrival. And, of course, it's all accompanied by one of our house beers. As for atmosphere, musical performances by emerging and established artists are held here every week, as well as improvisation evenings.

The owner of Le Baptiste never expected to be so successful when he decided to "revamp" this institution, which has borne the same name since the 1930s (branch on Mont-Royal Avenue). His gamble paid off, creating one of the most popular pubs for 20-40 year-olds on the Plateau and in New Rosemont. Despite its popularity, the place has managed to retain its "people's bar" feel, a merit that the owner attributes to his staff. The friendly program includes Monday quiz nights, which attract regulars and the curious alike.

Well-established in the heart of Chinatown, Le Mal Nécessaire is an exotic cocktail bar with a tiki connotation and an eco-responsible facet. Nearly twenty cocktails are available, such as Fresca 3.0 (Bombay gin, cucumber, coconut water, lemon and Thai basil) or Painkiller (bacardi cuatro rum, pineapple, homemade coconut cream and orange), served by the glass or in a pitcher. Possibility to order small dishes of Cantonese specialities, prepared by the restaurant le Fung Shing, located upstairs.

This pool-nightclub-bar attracts a (very) affluent population that comes here mainly to be seen. White cabanas surround a gigantic pool, all in a sleek, designer style. With an incredible view of Lake Ontario, the CN Tower and the city skyline, you can enjoy a cocktail or a glass of wine (nice selection) with a gourmet dish. A sophisticated and entertaining way to spend a warm summer afternoon. Program, guestlist and table reservation on the website.

Le Deux22 is clearly one of the gourmet and festive hotspots of the Saint-Roch district, and we always spend at least one evening there on our trips to the Quebec capital. On the food front, the menu offers tasty Mexican specialties, which we like to accompany with a microbrewery beer, tequila, mezcal or mojito. On weekends, the place is popular for its gourmet breakfasts, which are served until 3pm. Bonus: DJ evenings and an indoor courtyard (covered and heated in winter).

Corsaire was the first microbrewery in the region. You can enjoy homemade beers, including seasonal surprises that vary according to the harvests and the brewer's mood. For thrill-seekers, a wide selection of imported whiskies is available, not to mention rum. A complete bistronomy menu, made up of fresh local produce, will perfectly match your pint of hops. The whole is crowned by a cultural program including tastings, shows, exhibitions of works by local artists and more.

This craft brewer offers a wide range of beers from Belgian white to orange peel and coriander, as well as forest IPA and imperial stout. For those who would be curious to discover the backstage, the microbrewery can be visited on weekends. Here, the dishes are also homemade: meat or fish tartars, burgers, sandwiches and dishes cooked with beer. And what about the home-made fries that are worth the trip alone! A friendly atmosphere is guaranteed and, as a bonus, a huge terrace in summer.

Brutopia has become a small institution on Crescent Street. We go there for its tasty homemade beers, but also for its pleasant atmosphere. For the little ones, take a look at the gourmet menu (dishes to share, burgers, etc.). Should we mention the many free shows, the "open mic" Sundays, the heated terrace at the back? The small business encourages the local economy while promoting respect for the environment in each of its operations.

Occupying one of the oldest houses in the village, this pub offers a warm, rustic atmosphere that makes you want to spend the whole day here. Excellent gourmet dishes (those in the smokehouse are worth discovering), a fine list of spirits (try the Gin du Jardin from the Distillerie du Square) and an always pleasant atmosphere are the key to success! If you're feeling greedy, we recommend a stop at the pub's "little sister": Biscotti & cie, a café-boutique a stone's throw away, offering a host of homemade sweets and on-the-go dishes.

The interior is a small museum dedicated to beer, with thousands of old and new items. On the hop side, dozens of beers are brewed annually or in limited editions, not to mention the brewer's apprentice series and the grand cru series. Lovers of stronger products will be delighted by the selection of Single Malt Scotches, which includes some excellent references. Sandwiches, nachos and other snacks to fill the small hollows.

It's only time to get back to it every evening. From the shop, there is an impressive choice of beers to take in glass jerricans. Then you get off the counter, you enter this metal factory, wood and suspension, and you get to a high table with others in the atmosphere light. You can order a glass or a Beer Flight. A wink to The Magician's Assistant API. 

The Hébert family cultivates its land and produces grains for the production of top-fermented beers, refermented in the bottle and made entirely from natural ingredients. Whether you're from the region or just passing through, the microbrewery's tasting room is a must-stop for discovering them. A menu of nibbles, salads, nachos and sandwiches is also available to satisfy the munchies. A boutique is also available at the family farm in Saint-Félicien (1070, rang Double).

Part wine bar, part café, Supernat is a trendy place to hang out all day. White and green tiles, colorful chairs, wood and brick all combine to give the place a nice dose of charm. Specializing in natural wines as the name suggests, good bottles are uncorked every evening, and Asian-inspired snacks such as the very good sando sandwich are offered to accompany them. You can also come for a coffee, a cookie, a cocktail... A lively place that brightens up the neighborhood.

We like the concept of the place: you can both shop for craft beers and ciders, while enjoying delicious nectars on the spot. The "bar" is really nice, giving the impression to be received at a friend's place. You can even bring your dog! And what about the terrace with its fake grass and its retro furniture... The place also organizes events, like tap takeovers (a microbrewery takes over the barrel pumps), quiz nights, etc.

Double's is inspired by the dive bar, a type of bar that comes to us from the United States, small, dark and a little gloomy. Here, we've kept the atmosphere and the small, dark room, but it's not shabby at all. On the contrary, the semi-basement space attracts all the hip locals. With a pool table, jukebox and sports on the screens, there's plenty to get you through the evening. And from the counter, you can order a smash burger or a cocktail from the small but efficient menu. You're truly immersed in the USA... with a Montreal twist, of course.

Black Eagle is a dark bar that does not make lace. If you are connected leather, uniform, SM and all tralala, you are necessarily at the right address. Located on 2 floors, it has a terrace open even in the winter. In the corners, televisions broadcast porn videos, history to put you in the mood. Special "Black Eagle" dress required on Friday and Saturday. To learn more about the "leather" community in Toronto, go surfing at www.mrlt.com

We love this coffee shop located not far from Danforth Avenue. We love the look of the place with some retro items, the kindness of the employees and, especially, the coffee that is prepared with love thanks to the La Pavoni machine, a guarantee of quality. To accompany your espresso or cortado, the team concocts homemade delicacies such as scones, muffins, pastries, cookies, etc. To top it off, the coffee shop has a penchant for the visual arts and organizes discussions with artists in addition to displaying works of art on its walls.

If you're a lover of the pleasures of Bacchus, here's an address that will appeal to you, or rather two, as the wine bar has a branch on Geary Avenue. In both cases, you can enjoy excellent wines, including house wines, as Paradise Grapevine finally has its own facility on Geary. To accompany your drink, the Bloor Street location offers snacks, while the other offers a gourmet menu. For those who aren't too wine savvy, craft beers, ciders, seltzers and more are also on the slate.

Located in the Davenport district, off the beaten path, this microbrewery piqued our curiosity. We had heard a lot about it and we did not regret our visit. It occupies the premises of a century old barn that has been completely renovated. As for the beers, about twenty are proposed on cask, from sour beers to hoppy IPAs, including Lagers and Stouts. If the house vintages are delicious, wait until you taste the gourmet cuisine of Beast (the aromas are incredible). An address to discover!

Reyna on King is first and foremost a cocktail bar and a gourmet spot serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes. It's a daytime hangout, while in the evening, the lights are dimmed, the cocktails flow, the snacks are shared, and the 1990s hip-hop music sets the mood. If the menu is tempting during the day or at night, we recommend the brunch experience with its grilled cheese with lamb shank or its salmon tasting board. To discover: its little sister, Bar Reyna, located in the Yorkville district.

Located a stone's throw from its big brother, the French restaurant Pompette, this Little Italy bar specializes in signature cocktails, with an experienced mixologist at the helm. And these include several ingredients that smell of France, such as cognac from the House of Courvoisier or truffles from the Périgord. On sunny days, we recommend the Nitro Colada cocktail, a rather tasty version of the famous Pina Colada. There is also a nice selection of wines, not forgetting the small gourmet dishes, to share or not.

Located in the heart of the Entertainment District, this location brings together three specialties under one roof. It offers coffee from local roasters, a selection of oysters that changes every day it's open and the largest collection of bubbles in the city. Chef Olivia Seymour prepares succulent gourmet dishes that pair perfectly with the liquor menu: caviar, cheese and charcuterie, tuna tartar, beef carpaccio, fried chicken and more. Mention should also be made of the refined and chic decor and of the secret restaurant, À Toi.

Craft beer lovers, you won't be disappointed here! The place claims to have the largest selection in the province, with some 160 beers on tap. When the weather is nice, you can enjoy it all in the 250 seat beer garden! Otherwise the place is gigantic, spread over two floors, and attracts crowds at all hours, especially during Happy Hours. You can also have a good meal with an international menu (tacos, poke bowls, Korean fried chicken, burgers, etc.). Other branches in the country.

Open since summer 2022, this cocktail bar is THE new trendy spot in Yorkville to have a drink in an incredible decor evoking the Mid-century style, all signed by designer Lisa Ho. The cocktail list is broken down into categories including martinis, bubbles, vintage reserves, classics and more. The quality is there, as is the luxury if we judge by the Sazerac cocktail which also includes a portion of caviar. At the bar, the atmosphere is relaxed and subdued, and in the lounge, you can sway to the sound of the DJ.

Opened in 2015 in the Bloordale Village neighborhood, Burdock Microbrewery draws its inspiration from refreshing beers, whether they're Pale Ale, Sour (sour), Saison or German Lager, for example. It also produces Grape Ales, one of its specialties, which is a fusion between beer and wine, like its Lees aged with the lees of Chardonnay. We also recommend trying the house cuisine, which includes snacks (oysters, cheeses, cold cuts, etc.), burgers and seasonal dishes. Brunch on weekends.

Established in the Little Portugal neighborhood, Cry Baby Gallery is a standout address in Toronto, uniting the arts with cocktails. Indeed, when you step inside, the front room is an art gallery with exhibitions that change over the weeks and months (see Instagram page for programming). In the back, behind a thick curtain, is the hidden speakeasy-style bar. Hyper-subdued atmosphere, industrial chic look and nice choice of signature cocktails to chill out between two exhibitions.

In the Corktown neighborhood, there's an address that's worth a visit, opened by two friends with a passion for coffee, cocktails and good food. And that's what Henrietta Lane is all about: coffee by day, cocktails by night and tasty snacks for those little munchies. The menu also includes craft beers (very nice selection), seltzers, ciders, wines (by the glass or by the bottle) and tutti quanti. A small food menu accompanies the whole without forgetting the corner provisions to bring back at home all kinds of greedy products and alcohols.

Located in the Entertainment District, this address unites coffee, wine and good food in one place. A gourmet menu with Italian accents is offered on weekdays from 11am (2pm on weekends), and the weekend brunch is in the same vein with its frittata of the day or its Italian-style French toast. If in the morning you come to enjoy an espresso prepared according to the rules of the art, in the evening you can opt for one of the excellent wines served by the glass or by the bottle. Bonus: the place also has a bottega where you can buy fine products and wine to take away.

Open since the end of 2017, this microbrewery attracts crowds in a decor reminiscent of the tropical atmosphere of the islands: pastel colors, green plants everywhere (up to the ceiling), wallpaper with palm trees.... In the glass, for example, a Berliner Weisse with raspberries and cherries, a juicy NEIPA, a well-malted Porter or a gin barrel-aged Pale Ale. On the plate, gourmet dishes, many with international inspiration. Cheers!

It's a Mecca for scotch, rare scotch that can fetch upwards of CAN$100 a glass. But lovers of a sweeter malt are not left out, and have only to choose from the selection of cask ales. The pub also offers a wide selection of gins. If you want to take it easy on a sunny afternoon and enjoy the trendy decor with your favorite alcoholic beverage in hand, L'Île Noire really is the ideal destination. For the evenings, you'll need to arrive early and hold on to your chair, or be prepared to elbow your way to a seat.