The best new restaurants in Montreal (September 2024)
Welcome to our monthly list where we share the best new restaurants in Montreal, unveiling the city’s latest and most exciting gastronomic gems. In this bustling metropolis of culinary creativity, every corner holds hidden treasures waiting to be discovered and savored.
From intimate bistros to wine bars and upscale restaurants, our selection reflects the diversity and boldness of the culinary talents shaping the city. Each establishment featured in our list of the best new restaurants in Montreal has been carefully chosen and highlights not only the quality of the cuisine but also the ambiance, service, and overall experience. Opening a restaurant in our city’s dynamic culinary scene is both a courageous and stimulating endeavor. We are excited to see new addresses further enriching the gastronomic landscape.
Whether you’re seeking a culinary getaway in a lively neighborhood or a refined gastronomic experience, our monthly list showcasing the best new restaurants in Montreal features establishments worthy of the city’s reputation.
Happy exploring!
Le Violon
Renowned chef Danny Smiles, along with his team, opened the much-anticipated restaurant Le Violon in the former space of Maison Publique, paying homage to his neighbourhood and his past as a violinist. The space, beautifully decorated with works by partners Dan Climan and Zébulon Perron, offers local and delicious cuisine, with meticulous attention to detail to provide a memorable experience. The team excels in hospitality, creating a unique ambiance that perfectly reflects Danny’s maturity and vision in his career.
Montréal
Terroirs Restaurant
A true showcase of Quebec artisans, the restaurant Terroirs offers a committed, delicious, and unpretentious dining experience that highlights local terroir products. The team’s passion is evident in the dishes, but especially in the service, which takes on an almost educational aspect. If sustainable agriculture and local sourcing are topics that interest you, chef-owners Victor and Marc-Antoine will be happy to discuss them in detail and introduce you to the many producers they work with.
Montréal
Dorsia
Dorsia is a beautiful restaurant with top-notch service and a vibrant atmosphere. Here, you can savour a cuisine inspired by global flavours, yet very contemporary and new North American. It’s an excellent address!
Montréal
BOUILLON BILK
Destroyed by a fire in May 2024, this esteemed restaurant reopened at 22 Sainte-Catherine Street East just two months later. Known for the quality of its cuisine and the professionalism of its entire staff, this place has become an institution and a must-visit. The address offers a unique culinary experience with creative dishes and an excellent wine list, making it one of the best tables in Montreal.
Montréal
Mama C
Last offspring of the Corner Collection group (Kyo, Terrasse Nelligan, Brasserie 701), Mama C offers a modern take on Greek and Mediterranean classics in a majestic dining room imagined by Atelier Zebulon Perron.
Montréal
Palomino
Palomino, the latest project from the owners of Taverne Knox, is quickly becoming a must-visit spot for pizza lovers in Pointe-Saint-Charles. The thick and airy roman-style pizza has just the right amount of bite. It’s a very welcome addition to the neighbourhood!
Montréal
Papito Restaurant
The long-awaited Papito finally opens its doors in the Quartier des Spectacles with a friendly and accessible concept. Born from the collaboration of the esteemed team behind Café Parvis and Furco (Eric Bélanger, Jean-François Gladu, Joëlle Trottier, Alejandra Ponce Pacheco & Zébulon Perron), this newcomer to Montreal’s gastronomic scene is already a big hit!
Montreal
Nama Omakase
At Nama, discover a contemporary restaurant that blends the best of Japan and France. An unforgettable gastronomic experience, accompanied by service worthy of the finest establishments in the city, awaits you.
Montreal
Maison Close
Inspired by Montreal’s infamous Red Light District, Maison Close is a self-declared “subdued punk rock” wine bar with a hushed, kinky atmosphere. The menu offers Montreal-Italian inspired plates with a selection of wines for all palates.
Montréal
Motel Ontario
Don’t try to call to book a room at Motel Ontario; it’s actually a neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant located in a former bank on Promenade Ontario, much to our delight! The charming team behind Pizzeria Heirloom and L’État-Major presents a wine bar concept here with very affordable shareable dishes and a selection of wines by the glass and bottle, in a beautiful and bright decor designed by Tania Morrison of LOVACO. What’s not to love?
Montréal
La Spada
Helmed by chef Steve Marcone (Bistro Amerigo) and food photographer Scott Usheroff (aka Craving Curator), La Spada is a “shabby chic” Saint-Henri eatery offering generous and tasty Roman Italian classics in a swanky, art-filled interior.
Montréal
Restaurant Panacée
In this small, understated, and elegant restaurant, the young chef-owner Catherine Couvet Desrosiers (former Foxy, Cadet and Bouillon Bilk) offers meticulously crafted and flavourful dishes, served around a large central counter. This concept encourages interaction and allows guests to fully enjoy the Panacée experience.
Montréal
Bertha's Rôtisserie
From the owners of next-door’s Provisions Bar à vin comes this excellent Peruvian rôtisserie counter. The central ingredient here is deliciously moist charcoal-grilled chicken, served with sides of coleslaw and yuca fries with aji verde or in sandwiches, bowls and salads.
Montréal
Château Maneki
We have eagerly anticipated this new project from the Maneki Comptoir Asiat team in Hochelaga, and it’s finally here! At Château Maneki, get ready to savor flambéed sushi, exquisite tartares, delicious cocktails, and much more.
Montréal
Bistro Le Cerf-Volant
The east end of the city can rejoice with the arrival of Bistro Cerf-Volant, which breathes new life into the space of the iconic Taverne Reeves in Tétreaultville, just steps away from the equally illustrious Chez Simon cantine urbaine. This restaurant offers a “bring your own wine” experience that stands out from the current offerings in the neighbourhood with its high-end concept and commitment to quality. Its modern bistronomic-style cuisine showcases fresh, seasonal products, blending conviviality and authenticity with contemporary gastronomy.
Montréal
Dunya
Le restaurant Dunya, récemment ouvert à Montréal, s’impose déjà comme une adresse incontournable pour les amateurs de cuisine libanaise. Derrière ce projet se trouvent Rami Nassim, chef propriétaire, ainsi que sa conjointe Megan Heckinger, Michael Kassabji et Imad El-Nawam. L’équipe, jeune et dynamique, nous fait redécouvrir la cuisine du Liban en misant sur des plats simples, mais exécutés avec grande finesse.
Montréal
