La Buvette Chez Simone: A Timeless Comforting Classic

La Buvette Chez Simone opened on Avenue du Parc in 2008. Since then, the wine bar has become a convivial classic, the kind of place where you go for a drink, enjoy beautiful plates, or celebrate a special occasion!

La Buvette Chez Simone belongs to Simone Chevalot and Gabrielle Bélanger. Together, they didn’t open a restaurant, but rather a buvette—the very first in Montreal—and it’s so much better that way.

Today, there may be several buvettes in the city, but there is only one Buvette Chez Simone, and everything here feels just right. Following its opening, many Montreal restaurants tried to replicate its winning formula, but in vain. The space, with its wood and industrial feel, was one of the first projects by renowned designer Zébulon Perron—who has since gone on to design many restaurants across the city. La Buvette Chez Simone is featured in our list of the most beautiful bars in Montreal.

The service is warm, the atmosphere always vibrant, the glasses of wine fairly priced, and the menu simple yet delicious. The wine bar La Buvette Chez Simone was a pioneer in offering real “dishes to share” in a bar setting. Here, you can actually enjoy a proper meal—something that helps keep your balance. The menu is known for Quebec cheeses and house-made charcuterie, but regulars also flock for the cod fritters (our favorite in town), the chicken (hearty and flavorful), and the fries (succulent). You’ll also find a few new dishes on the menu for those looking to try some of the house’s latest creations. The bar is on our list of the best bars to eat in Montreal, as well as the best bars and restaurants for late-night dining.

One thing is certain: you can’t go to Buvette Chez Simone without having a good time. There’s something comforting and warm about the place. In summer, the terrace is another draw. It’s also a perfect spot for a weekday date or a girls’ night out on a Saturday evening!

Do we really need to tell you that, like thousands of others, we truly love La Buvette Chez Simone?

For all these reasons, this establishment proudly makes it onto our list of Montreal’s must-visit addresses!

Written by Élise Tastet


Last update: September 26, 2025

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