The Best Restaurants in Laval: For a gourmet excursion
We’re happy that our readers live all over Quebec, and our team works hard to help you discover as many places as possible in as many cities as possible. But what if we told you that some of the best restaurants in the province are right next door in Laval? It’s true! The North Shore has an incredible gourmet, diversified and multicultural culinary offering; excellent bakeries, lively wine bars, festive restaurants, gourmet microbreweries, Asian cuisine institutions, classic bistros, and more!
From freshly baked bread in the morning to a sweet treat—or drink—at the end of the evening, Laval is full of places to discover or rediscover! In recent years, several Montreal restaurateurs have decided to make the move and set up shop in Laval. Did you know that Laval is the third most densely populated city in Quebec? Just after Montreal and Quebec City. Just a few kilometers from Montreal, the best restaurants in Laval featured here are definitely worth the trip!
If you’re visiting the region, plan your itinerary in advance with our guide Le Petit Tastet – Laval, produced in collaboration with Bonjour Québec. Check it out—in French—here!
La bête à pain (Laval)
After the success of their locations in Ahuntsic and Griffintown, La Bête à Pain has opened in Laval! The owner—Marc-André Royal (L’Express, Club 357C, Bête à Pain Ahuntsic, Le St-Urbain), Chantal Gervais and Annick Dufresne—decided to explore this market because of the almost complete absence of bakeries in the area. The team selected a location on the edge of Highway 15 to be a quick and easy stop for motorists on the go. At La Bête à Pain Laval, you can savour the delicious breads, pastries and pâtisseries responsible for the success of the other locations of the same name. Plus, they offer a delicious menu inspired by Le St-Urbain. What more could you ask for!
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Bungalo café de quartier
Located in Sainte-Dorothée, Laval, Bungalo is a charming neighborhood café founded by Kattie and Fred, where people stop in for a well-made latte, a flavorful drip coffee, or a crispy grilled cheese.You’ll also find scones from Café Paquebot, homemade pastries, and refreshing iced teas prepared in-house. The space stands out for its bright, laid-back atmosphere, loyal community, and the warm welcome from the team. A perfect local spot for your morning coffee or an afternoon treat.
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Crémerie Pineault
In Duvernay, Crèmerie Pineault is a true institution for soft-serve lovers who appreciate a perfectly made cone. Open for over 25 years, this spot is known for its creative combinations, personalized twisted flavors (you can mix up to three!), and seriously generous portions. The Number 7 — a chocolate and raspberry twist with a swirl of hazelnut cream — is a must-try. It’s an essential summer stop, to be enjoyed with zero fuss… but plenty of appetite.
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Patisserie Al Sham حلويات الشام
Pâtisserie Al Sham is a must-visit spot in Laval to discover the sweet delights of Syrian cuisine. Here, you’ll find flaky baklavas, melt-in-your-mouth knafes, fragrant maamouls, and irresistible halawet el joubn — all lovingly homemade. The warm welcome often comes with a small sample to taste. An authentic and generous sweet stop.
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Bottega Pizzeria
Bottega Laval opened its doors in April 2010 following the success of Bottega in Montreal. You can be sure to expect the same excellent pizzas and Italian specialties at their new location. Bottega Laval is owned by brothers Fabrizio and Massimo Covone, their mother Giovanna, Raffaele Covone, and Enzo Sarno. “We thought that there was a lack of good restaurants in Laval, especially good pizza restaurants, and we thought that the demand would be there”. Well, they were right, because “the restaurant is always busy,” says Massimo. Bottega means “artisanal boutique” in Italian. And here, almost everything is homemade. Chef David Zaccardi is in charge of the menu that features the same appetizers and entrées as at their Montreal location, but with different daily specials. At Bottega Laval, the menu consists mainly of excellent Neapolitan-influenced pizzas. There are a few pizzas stuffed with prosciutto cotto, eggplant, mozzarella, ricotta, salami, mushrooms and mozzarella, or multiple cheeses, Parmigiano and prosciutto di Parma. There are also some “white” pizzas (without tomato sauce), which range from simple olive oil, oregano and grated Parmigiano Reggiano, to rapini, homemade sausage and mozzarella.
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Restaurant Torii Sushi
Torii Sushi is an exceptional BYOW (bring your own wine) address in Laval. The restaurant welcomes you in an elegant atmosphere and offers excellent Japanese delicacies. Torii refers to the traditional Japanese portal that symbolizes the passage between the physical and spiritual worlds. A symbol of Buddhist and Shinto beliefs, it refers to the Japanese gastronomic heritage from which the talented chef Ga-Con Ruan draws inspiration to create small delights.
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Oregon Bar à vin
Oregon bar à vin is a restaurant-bar where you can party, eat well, and drink good wine on the North Shore! “The idea was to offer a restaurant that would also serve as a bar and wine bar, where you could savour good food in a relaxed atmosphere without having to go downtown,” explains co-owner Étienne Gratton-Bourret. Oregon wine bar opened its doors in December 2016. The name of the bar was born from a coincidence: when it came time to come up with a name for the address, in the middle of building the space, the sommelier was going on a trip to Oregon and something clicked. “We liked the idea of having a city name, and we liked Oregon. It sounds good in both languages, it’s simple, and it piques curiosity. We like the laid-back vibe of the American West coast.”
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Les Insulaires microbrasseurs
Beer lovers, this address is for you! Les Insulaires is a microbrewery of choice in Laval to stop for a drink and a bite to eat. Inspired by the German biergarten and tropical trends, the address offers a nice space to escape for an evening. For those who are a little peckish or are very hungry, the house also offers a casual bistro-style menu that will make your mouth water.
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Casa Santos Poulet Portugais
Casa Santos serves comforting and generous Portuguese cuisine, centered around their famous grilled chicken prepared daily with flavourful sauces. The menu includes a variety of options: sandwiches, Portuguese-style poutines, salads, bowls, and mango or coconut smoothies. The atmosphere is relaxed, with friendly and attentive service. With hearty portions and great value for money, this spot is a reliable go-to for a tasty and affordable meal.
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Le Boating Club
Founded in the late 1800’s by Joseph Bourdeau & Daniel Hatton, the Sainte-Rose Boating Club was at the time the most renowned boating club in the area. The club was mostly made up of English-speaking vacationers from Montreal who organized canoe regattas, social evenings and large balls in the “Club House”. This beautiful modern project was created in 2014 and was designed by none other than Zébulon Perron. It is now a staple in the metropolis, a true neighbourhood restaurant where you are warmly welcomed at all times. We always eat well in a lively atmosphere in the evening and festive at the end of the evening. On the menu, you will find dishes with seasonal flavours such as fresh pasta and seafood—a little wink to the Boating Club.
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Le Shawarman
Le Shawarman, located in Chomedey, has become a go-to spot for authentic Lebanese shawarma in Laval. Their chicken and beef are marinated for hours and grilled to perfection, served with delicious house-made sauces. The menu also features a variety of dishes such as falafel, kebbé, and shawarma poutines. The service is consistently warm and attentive. A must-visit for a simple, generous, and flavour-packed meal.
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Escondite Laval
If you are looking for a place to escape for a little while, this is the place for you. As soon as you enter Escondite, you are transported into a colourful Mexican atmosphere with flavours from here. The menu offers tapas with Mexican influences—we love the extraordinary guacamole and the cheese and mushroom quesadillas—ceviches, grilled meats— including spicy cherry ribs with BBQ sauce. Other dishes we particularly love include the fried chicken, crispy cod and beef tongue.
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Lucille's Laval
Lucille’s Oyster Dive—whose first location opened in 2009 in NDG—is definitely a staple. It’s the perfect place to savour delicious oysters and traditional seafood dishes in a festive and convivial atmosphere. The name “Lucille” is a nod to the famous song by the legendary King of the Blues, B.B. King, of whom the owners are huge fans. At Lucille’s Oyster Dive, you get what you pay for. The portions are generous and the ingredients used are of excellent quality. The seafood is always fresh and the oyster bar is exceptional. Chef Mark Gaffney also thinks of meat-eaters with an emphasis on the beef that has also made the house famous.
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Gatto Matto
Opened on September 1st, 2018, Gatto Matto is an excellent Italian restaurant with stunning decor. This lively spot serves a variety of Italian classics and original dishes, all executed with flair. With its great food and vibrant, friendly atmosphere, it’s perfect for family dinners as well as late-night celebrations.
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Restaurant Sekoya
Despite its name evoking the Land of the Rising Sun and its ownership by the team behind Torii Sushi, Sekoya is not a Japanese restaurant. Chef Kevin Bates Breault—who previously worked in Richard Bastien’s kitchens—offers a delicious market-driven cuisine with European influences. All of it is served in a beautifully designed space by Gauvreau Design.
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Falafel Freiha
If you’ve never tasted Bechara Freiha’s falafels, then you’ve never had a real falafel! Run by Bechara himself and his wife, Joséphine, this tiny counter tucked away on Boulevard Perron in Chomedey focuses on just one thing—but it does it exceptionally well. In fact, it’s safe to say that this might just be one of the best falafels in Quebec—if not the best, period.
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Le Mitoyen
Chef Richard Bastien is well known for Leméac and Monarque, but we must not forget Le Mitoyen, where he has been welcoming guests with love since 1976! Located in the chef’s former home in Sainte-Dorothée, the restaurant offers a sumptuous menu inspired by French and Québécois cuisine, complemented by an excellent wine list. A true institution of the North Shore!
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La Florida
The lively crew behind the must-visit Oregon wine bar has returned with a second favorite spot in Laval: La Florida. This beautiful wine and cocktail bar features a modern, minimalist design with a boldly embraced kitsch vibe, reflected in its 1990s-inspired cocktails (jello shots, appletinis) and snack menu (fried chicken sliders with Dick Ann’s sauce, chips & dip featuring Miett’s crisps, and more). We love it!
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La Florida
La joyeuse bande derrière l’incontournable Oregon bar à vin rapplique avec une deuxième adresse coup de cœur à Laval: La Florida. Cet magnifique bar à vin et à cocktail au design moderne et minimalise a aussi un côté kitsch très assumé, qu’on reconnait dans les cocktails inspirés des années 1990 (jello shots, appletini) et le menu snack (slider de poulet frit à la sauce Dick Ann’s, chip & dip avec croustille de chez Miett, etc.). On adore!
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Le Mitoyen
On connait le chef Richard Bastien pour les restaurants Leméac et Monarque, mais il ne faudrait oublier aussi Le Mitoyen, où il nous reçoit avec amour depuis 1976! Établi dans l’ancienne demeure du chef à Sainte-Dorothée, le restaurant propose un somptueux menu d’inspiration française et québécoise avec une très belle carte de vin. Une véritable institution de la Rive-Nord!
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La Florida
La joyeuse bande derrière l’incontournable Oregon bar à vin rapplique avec une deuxième adresse coup de cœur à Laval: La Florida. Cet magnifique bar à vin et à cocktail au design moderne et minimalise a aussi un côté kitsch très assumé, qu’on reconnait dans les cocktails inspirés des années 1990 (jello shots, appletini) et le menu snack (slider de poulet frit à la sauce Dick Ann’s, chip & dip avec croustille de chez Miett, etc.). On adore!
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