Where to Eat the Best Moules-Frites in Montreal?
The best moules-frites: mussel lovers, this list is for you! What could be better than a delicious bowl of mussels served with golden fries and a glass of white wine?
Moules-frites, a Belgian and northern French classic
Moules-frites (mussels and fries) are one of the dishes we love most at Tastet! Hugely popular in Belgium and northern France, this dish can be prepared with a marinière sauce, with pastis, with beer or Provençal-style. Moules-frites are usually best enjoyed with a good beer or a glass of white wine.
Our favourite spots for moules-frites across Montreal
On this list, you’ll find several addresses spread across the city, ready to satisfy any moules-frites craving. Whether you savour them in a classic tavern, a French bistro or an upscale restaurant, there’s something for every taste!
More seafood lists to explore
For all seafood fans, our site features plenty of lists to guide you through the Montreal restaurants where you can enjoy it. Head to our “Lists” category for suggestions on where to savour excellent fish and chips, where to eat some of the best fish in town, or browse our directory of great restaurants serving a summer delight: lobster rolls! To make the most of the summer season, we’ve also put together lists of our favourite spots to enjoy the nice weather, whether at a bar, a restaurant or a café!
Here are our favourite spots: where to eat the best moules-frites in Montreal!
Happy discovering and bon appétit!
Restaurant Gus
In his tiny restaurant on rue Beaubien, chef David Ferguson prepares dishes so tasty and generous that the list of fans and returning customers is a long one! Comfort food is what you come for at Restaurant Gus; this is a menu that speaks to the chef’s personality with dishes that appear simple but are, in fact, elaborate. The servings are generous and alive with freshness! Try the succulent mussels and fries, inspired by ingredients like white wine, tomatoes, grilled corn, cilantro, and Parmesan cream. Share these copious portions with friends, or between lovers, or even devour them all on your own!
Montréal
Holder
This European-style brasserie in Old Montreal has become an institution that feels like it has always been there. Open for more than 20 years, the grand Holder brasserie serves simple, flavourful and well-executed dishes. No wonder the place is packed from opening to closing. Set in a magnificent building on McGill Street, the large restaurant welcomes you into a vibrant atmosphere. The room buzzes with movement and laughter, and everyone eats well. People come here for the house classics, including the excellent fresh mussels in marinière sauce. They come with a generous portion of crispy fries and pair very well with a glass of white wine.
Montréal
Leméac
Leméac is a restaurant we hold especially dear, where the quality is always consistent. In an elegant, classic French brasserie setting, you’ll enjoy a brasserie menu of flavourful dishes. The ingredients are always top-notch, and the establishment’s chic clientele knows it well. Everything is served until late in the evening. Among its specialties is an excellent dish of moules-frites in a broth of chicken stock, fish fumet, white wine, a touch of Ricard, confit tomatoes and plenty of herbs: a delight! The service is always courteous and efficient; everything at Leméac is balanced just right. We’re very fond of this chic spot on Laurier Avenue West.
Montréal
Lucille's Monkland
Open since 2009, Lucille’s is a must on Monkland Avenue in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighbourhood. Here, you’ll enjoy oysters and seafood classics in a festive, friendly atmosphere, with generous portions. The Prince Edward Island mussels come either in white wine or in a cream and garlic sauce, served with truffle- and rosemary-scented fries. A great spot for moules-frites in Montreal’s West End.
Montréal
Brasserie Bernard
A great Outremont classic, Brasserie Bernard is perfect for a pleasant lunch, pairing flavourful dishes with a friendly atmosphere. It’s also ideal for an enjoyable, relaxed evening. Here, you’ll savour a delicious pot of Prince Edward Island mussels, marinière-style or with leeks and old cheddar, served with fries or a salad.
Montréal
Joséphine
Restaurant Josephine opened on St. Denis Street in May 2018 and offers tasty seafood and fish dishes in an elegant setting. On Tuesdays, they offer an all-you-can-eat mussels deal for just $5 extra!
Montréal
Les Canailles
On Ontario Street since 2011, Les Canailles is one of the pioneers behind the culinary revival of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve. It stands out among Montreal’s best bring-your-own-wine restaurants. Moules-frites are always on the menu, and on Wednesdays, the house offers them for $19 with the purchase of an appetizer. A great opportunity to bring along your favourite bottle!
Montréal
Le Comptoir de Mamie
On Mont-Royal Avenue in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont-Royal neighbourhood, Comptoir Mamie, the little sister of Bar Mamie, serves comforting dishes in a warm vintage setting. Moules-frites hold a special place on the menu, with a sauce that changes from time to time: right now, they’re served with blue cheese and bacon cream. Pair them with a glass of natural or organic wine recommended by the team, for the kind of convivial meal we love.
Montréal
Billy, j'ai faim!
Served at lunch on Fridays only, the moules-frites at Billy, j’ai faim! come marinière-style, with onions, carrots, garlic, thyme, herbs and white wine. Located on Saint-Denis Street in Montreal, this charming counter restaurant offers delicious small plates to enjoy on site or to take out. Chef Billy Galindo creates a varied, affordable menu that showcases local and seasonal products.
Montréal
