Best Lively Restaurants in Montreal, QC (2026)
Discover the best lively restaurants in Montreal. Browse 107 top-rated restaurants with reviews, photos, and insider tips.
Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Aldea
Montreal
"Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, to ..."
Morue Sale
Grilled Fish
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Cadet
Montreal
"Arrive early to secure a spot on the charming outdoor pat..."
Maple-Glazed Salmon
Bison Tartare
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Restaurant Fleurs et Cadeaux
Montreal
"The entrance to the restaurant is a bit hidden, but once ..."
Izakaya-style small plates
Sushi
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 AriZ5
Montreal
"Arrive early on weekends to secure a table and enjoy the ..."
Tacos
Sangria
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Ô Four
Montreal
"Arrive early or call ahead to avoid the lunchtime rush, a..."
Pizza
Sujuk Sandwich
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Stash Café
Montreal
"Arrive early on weekends to secure a table and enjoy the ..."
Pierogies
Potato Pancakes
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Dieu du Ciel
Montreal
"Arrive early on weekends to secure a spot on the charming..."
Poutine
Burgers
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Le Super Qualité
Montreal
"Call ahead to reserve a table, as this popular spot fills..."
Chicken Tikka Masala
Lamb Biryani
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Le Serpent
Montreal
"For the best experience, make a reservation and arrive ea..."
Handmade Pasta
Seared Steak
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Tacos Tin Tan
Montreal
"Arrive early or be prepared to wait, as this popular spot..."
Tacos
Carnitas
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Shay
Montreal
"Arrive early or make reservations, as Shay is a popular s..."
Lamb Shawarma
Hummus
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Club Social
Montreal
"Club Social has limited parking, but there's a public lot..."
Avocado Toast
Croissant
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Dagostino Pizza
Montreal
"Dagostino Pizza doesn't offer delivery, but the quick ser..."
Pizza
Margherita
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Vinh’s Café
Montreal
"Vinh's Café is a popular lunch spot, so arrive early to ..."
Banh Mi Sandwich
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Bánh Mì Banh Yiu
Montreal
"Arrive early to beat the lunch rush and snag one of the l..."
Tofu Chermoula Banh Mi
Pho
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Sabrosa
Montreal
"Arrive early to secure a spot on the charming outdoor ter..."
Empanadas
Ceviche
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Ma Poule Mouillée
Montreal
"Arrive early to beat the crowds and secure a table, as th..."
Rotisserie Chicken
Piri Piri Sauce
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Snowdon Deli
Montreal
"Arrive early to avoid the lunch rush and secure a table, ..."
Smoked Meat Sandwich
Matzoh Ball Soup
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Bar Dominion
Montreal
"Stop by Bar Dominion before any event at the nearby Bell ..."
Happy Hour Oysters
Expertly Mixed Martinis
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Ibéricos
Montreal
"Arrive early or make a reservation to secure a table, esp..."
Patatas Bravas
Croquetas
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Olive + Gourmando
Montreal
"Olive + Gourmando operates on a first-come, first-served ..."
Salad #24
Bostock
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Le Majestique
Montreal
"Le Majestique stays open until 3am daily, making it a gre..."
Poutine
Fries
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Joséphine
Montreal
"Arrive early to snag one of the coveted outdoor tables an..."
Moules Frites
Seafood Bouillabaisse
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Budget Friendly ★ 4.4 Barranco MTL
Montreal
"Arrive early on weekends to secure a table and enjoy the ..."
Ceviche
Lomo Saltado
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