Food scene
La Banquise
994 Rue Rachel EstMust have if you want to try world-renowned Canadian poutine
Schwartz's Deli - Sandwiches - Steaks
3895 Boul. Saint-LaurentMontreal's best smoked meat joint
My personal favorite brunch spot and a Montreal staple... old-fashioned diner layout and great quality products. However, expect a lineup on Saturday and Sunday until 1 pm (they don't take reservations). They also don't have a lot of seating space so that is to be considered for groups bigger then 4 or 6.
131 locals recommend
Beauty's Restaurant
93 Avenue du Mont-Royal OMy personal favorite brunch spot and a Montreal staple... old-fashioned diner layout and great quality products. However, expect a lineup on Saturday and Sunday until 1 pm (they don't take reservations). They also don't have a lot of seating space so that is to be considered for groups bigger then 4 or 6.
Montreal's most known Portuguese chicken joint... Expect lineups but it is worth it. However, not much room to eat inside.
229 locals recommend
Rotisserie Romados
115 Rue Rachel EMontreal's most known Portuguese chicken joint... Expect lineups but it is worth it. However, not much room to eat inside.
Personal favorite in Montreal for everything Greek. However, beware, great quality of fish and seafood but it does come at a price ($$$$). Also, make sure to reserve.
P.S. They have a late night menu that's a lot cheaper then the regular priced menu.
62 locals recommend
Estiatorio Milos
5357 Av du ParcPersonal favorite in Montreal for everything Greek. However, beware, great quality of fish and seafood but it does come at a price ($$$$). Also, make sure to reserve.
P.S. They have a late night menu that's a lot cheaper then the regular priced menu.
Sightseeing
Many tourist attractions, souvenir shops, good restaurants and nice architecture.
1148 locals recommend
Old Port of Montreal
Many tourist attractions, souvenir shops, good restaurants and nice architecture.
Best view of downtown Montreal's skyline and also a nice hike to do if you enjoy the outdoors.
56 locals recommend
Mount Royal Lookout
1576 Voie Camillien-HoudeBest view of downtown Montreal's skyline and also a nice hike to do if you enjoy the outdoors.
Montreal's most renowned museum. Often have exhibitions of all sorts with notorious paintings and artwork.
1504 locals recommend
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1380 Rue Sherbrooke OMontreal's most renowned museum. Often have exhibitions of all sorts with notorious paintings and artwork.
Best and most fresh products in Montreal, in my opinion. Always a good idea to get food there and then eat it (pre-made or a picnic) by the canal which is 2 minutes away by walk.
852 locals recommend
marché atwater
Best and most fresh products in Montreal, in my opinion. Always a good idea to get food there and then eat it (pre-made or a picnic) by the canal which is 2 minutes away by walk.
Biggest and most popular arena/stadium/venue in Montreal. If you're looking to experience a Montreal Canadiens hockey game or attend your favorite artists' concert, the Bell Center is the place to be.
P.S. Don't hesitate to let me know if you want my personal contact for last minute (often discounted) tickets to most events at the Bell Center.
9 locals recommend
Centre Bell
1909 Avenue des Canadiens-de-MontréalBiggest and most popular arena/stadium/venue in Montreal. If you're looking to experience a Montreal Canadiens hockey game or attend your favorite artists' concert, the Bell Center is the place to be.
P.S. Don't hesitate to let me know if you want my personal contact for last minute (often discounted) tickets to most events at the Bell Center.
Shopping
Most major stores and types of goods are sold on Saint-Catherine street with items for all types and styles!
297 locals recommend
Saint-Catherine Street
Rue Sainte-CatherineMost major stores and types of goods are sold on Saint-Catherine street with items for all types and styles!
Most major stores and types of goods are sold on Saint-Catherine street with items for all types and styles!
20 locals recommend
Centre Eaton de Montréal
705 Rue Sainte-CatherineMost major stores and types of goods are sold on Saint-Catherine street with items for all types and styles!
Nightlife
Rustic bar in the Mount Stephen Hotel (5 star hotel) known for its 19th century Scottish decor. Nice place to get a drink in the heart of downtown. I would suggest this spot more for a date then for a group of guys under 25 years old.
P.S. It's on the pricier end but great service/drinks and decor makes up for it.
55 locals recommend
Bar George
1440 Rue DrummondRustic bar in the Mount Stephen Hotel (5 star hotel) known for its 19th century Scottish decor. Nice place to get a drink in the heart of downtown. I would suggest this spot more for a date then for a group of guys under 25 years old.
P.S. It's on the pricier end but great service/drinks and decor makes up for it.