A New Wine and Coffee Spot Is Open
Late last year, Bazarette opened it doors to cocktail, wine and coffee lovers lovers alike.…
Restaurants
The Dishes That Wowed Us at Tbsp.
The W Montreal has seen its fair share of coverage on this blog. Whether it’s…
New Surprises At An Old Montreal Classic
Going out for dinner in Old Montreal is something I would recommend to anyone, any…
Old Montreal’s Most Epic Boozy Brunch
I’ve been a big fan of Méchant Boeuf for quite some time now. Their food…
Authentic Italian Eatery In The Heart Of Old Montreal
It’s been a very busy few months and while I’m eating out now more than…
5 Killer Dishes Guaranteed To Level Up Your Brunch Game
I’m not going to beat around the bush – brunch at SuWu is excellent. Know…
A New Chinese Spot Opens In Brossard
First there was Red Tiger, then came Blossom and Kamehameha. Slowly but surely the guys…
Feels Like One Night in Bangkok
Thai food is an exhilarating experience. Earlier this year I paid a visit to Pamika,…
Thai Fried Chicken And Other Not To Miss Dishes
When you go to Mae Sri, order the fried chicken. I must insist. If you…
Polarizing Pops Of Flavour Reach Near Perfection
A night out at a restaurant can mean different things to different people. Some go…
Red or White? Uhm, Chardonnay.
There was a time when I would have been apprehensive about going into a restaurant…
5 Cozy Comfort Food Favourites From Le 409
Indian food, rich in deep, distinct flavours with a sometimes spicy kick, is perfect for…
Heat Up Your Winter With A Little Latin Flavour
When I was contacted by a rep from Three Amigos to come in a try…
9 Restaurants Offering Amazing Discounts In Old Montreal
When I started blogging about Montreal’s amazing food scene a decade ago, one of my…
A Montreal Classic Reinvents Itself
Quoi de N’oeuf has held an almost iconic presence in Montreal’s vastly changing food scene.…
The Future Of Le 1616
Montreal has its fair share of buzzy bar and restaurant openings. The latest big name…
The Best Dishes At Josephine
Earlier this week we attended the dazzling VIP opening of Josephine, a new seafood-centric restaurant…
Seven Mouthwatering Dishes You Need To Try At Ibérica
Back in February, Ibérica’s opening became one of the splashiest events of the season. Seven…
5 Must-Try Dishes At India Rosa
Late last winter, work quietly began on the space that would eventually house India Rosa,…
The Must-Try Dishes From Joiea Sociale
In Montreal’s vast restaurant landscape, there’s something for every taste – especially if you like…
The Secret To Les Pyrénées 15 Year Success
For 15 years Les Pyrénées in Old Montreal has been serving up a modern Montreal…
Risky Choices and an Ambitious Menu
Montreal’s media and blogger circles spend a lot of time eating in restaurants. While a…
Taboo: Endless Choice And Uneven Results
There’s always a great deal of excitement generated when a new restaurant opens in Montreal.…
A Next-Level Night Out In Montreal
Montreal’s Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel was hardly a caterpillar when it was cocooned for…
What You Need To Know About Les 400 Coups’ New Menu!
For nightlife lovers like myself, hitting the town for a night of great food, awesome…
Ibérica
Early last week, in the midst of yet another glorious snowstorm, a select gang of…
Cafe Jouney
Montreal’s western downtown sector is a melting pot of international culture. In the area surrounding…
Monsieur B
There can be so much ground to cover during food festivals like Montreal à table…
Tsukuyomi Ramen
Nothing warms us up in winter like a piping hot bowl of soup or stew.…
Rosetta
Passion, hope and courage are among the driving factors for many who wish to set…
Parma Café
Downtown Montreal has plenty of options when it comes to grabbing a quick bite but…
1909 Taverne Moderne
The Montreal Canadiens are synonymous with Montreal. The team is one of the most decorated…
Le Boucan Brunch
Not all brunches are made the same. Some are dainty feasts that are more mimosa…
Test Driving A Lincoln Leads To A Night Out At Pastaga
I’ve been to Pastaga several times over the last few years but rarely for a…
Discovering Chez l’Épicier
I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a meal prepared by Laurent Godbout, one of Montreal’s…
Monza
There are dozens of easily recognizable signs that autumn has arrived in Montreal. The street…
Porco
Just a few short weeks ago we were in NDG for a special media sit…
The Ikanos Brunch
There’s nothing like a good brunch to keep your weekend rolling. Montreal is a city…
Boho
The South Pacific is having a big moment in the 514 and Boho in Old…
La Grotte
There are a number of restaurants on the Plateau that I haven’t yet had the…
La Belle et la Boeuf
There’s nothing better than a great night out in Montreal and whether you’re at your…
KOZU
Kozu opened a couple of months ago in the space that once housed the now…
El Zaziummm
It’s very rare that I make it back to a restaurant as quickly as I…
Kamehameha
We’ve all heard the saying “the best way to eat an elephant is one bite…
More To LOV
After revolutionizing vegan and vegetarian cuisine less than a year ago, LOV (local, organic and…
Caribou Gourmand
As one of our country’s biggest provinces, Quebec’s vast territory is rich with great people…
Vallier Bistro
Even though the “eat local” movement has only started to really ramp up in the…
Hopkins
NDG is one of those Montreal neighbourhoods that stand out as something truly different. The…
Hachoir
It’s very, very rare for me to go to Hachoir and not have my usual…
Marché des Éclusiers
With Montreal’s summer finally in full swing, there isn’t a moment to waste when it…
Portus 360
A little over a year ago Helena Loureiro and the team behind PortusCalle uprooted their…
Vladimir Poutine
Remember a couple of weeks ago when the sun was shining and the weather was…
Rosewood Revisited
As a food writer, restaurant lover and nightlife enthusiast, I eat out a lot. As…
L’Avenue 2
No one can deny that l’Avenue on Mont-Royal is one of the most successful restaurants…
Chef à l’érable
Every great meal, like any good book, TV show or movie, should have an intriguing…
The Chain Gang
Restaurant chains get a bad rep for many reasons. Be it the fast food mentality,…
5 Hoods, 5 Must Try Brunches!
Weekends in Montreal are as much about the splashy parties as they are the morning…
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
The night sky is full of stars and although some may shine brighter than others,…
Atelier d’Argentine
Every now and then an experience at a restaurant completely blows my mind. I’m eat…
Nolana
I’ve been meaning to try Nolana for quite some time. The Italian restaurant on McGill…
Taqueria Arturo
Prince Arthur Street, between St. Laurent and Laval used to be a bustling hub of…
Europea
Although there are thousands of restaurants to choose from in Montreal, it’s difficult to find…
Happening Gourmand 10: Food Edition
Happening Gourmand has been treating us to some great food for a full decade. Feast…
Dolcetto & Co.
I’ve walked past Dolcetto & Co. in Old Montreal a thousand times or more and…
LOV In Old Montreal
Up until now I don’t think I have ever uttered the phrase “let’s go to…
The Holidays At Le Richmond
There are a number of reasons why I keep going back to Le Richmond. The…
Ichigoichie
A few years ago Montreal went through a Japanese Izakaya moment. A number of them…
Brit & Chips
If you’ve read any other article on this website (or you know me personally) you…
Taberna
I had big plans for this year’s MTLATABLE. With over 150 restaurants participating during the…
KazaMaza
If you are going out for Middle Eastern food and you happen to choose Kazamaza…
Les Soeurs Grises
Brunch is something of a sacred institution in Montreal. Every Sunday morning people rush to…
Jerry Ferrer
A year ago last week, the very first Chez Jerry (recently renamed Jerry Ferrer) opened…
L’Gros Luxe Deluxe
In a very short time, L’Gros has grown to become a neighbourhood favourite throughout…
Emiliano’s
Two weeks ago Emiliano’s woke up the neighbourhood with a mariachi infused grand opening that…
Socialito
The world can’t seem to stop raving about Montreal’s Mile-End neighbourhood and who can blame…
L’Auberge St-Gabriel
L’Auberge St-Gabriel is one of the most beautiful places in Old Montreal. It’s modern, chalet-inspired…
Apéritivo Pizzaiolle
I’ve lived in Montreal for over 15 years and during that time I must have…
Neighbourhood Watch
Hochelaga is one of Montreal’s most colourful neighbourhoods. It’s packed with great restaurants, awesome bars,…
Maggie Oakes
A very lucky group of media and VIP guests were recently given a tasty preview…
Lunch With Beatrice
Ristorante Beatrice is one of Montreal’s most iconic restaurants. The elegant simplicity of the decor,…
Macbar et Fromage
It’s hard to sit still in a city like Montreal. Each of our diverse neighbourhoods…
Robin des bois
The story of Robin Hood is familiar to us all. The galant vigilante who robbed…
The Big Cheese
Science has proven that a good cheeseburger is the best food you can put in…
Old Port Market Fresh
There’s no denying that Old Montreal is one of our city’s most beautiful neighbourhoods. The…
Fahrenheit 155 Is Closed
As far as burger places go in Montreal, we have our fair share. Ranging from…
Remember Your Roots
Many of today’s hottest neighbourhoods in Montreal got off to a gritty and very practical…
Beyond The Books
Montreal’s Côte-des-neiges neighbourhood is rich with wonderful restaurants, shops, cafes, pubs, parks and more. A…
DJNL’s TOP TERRASSES
Montreal is a great city to be in all year round but its an especially…
Not Just Any Other
Mile-End is one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the city (some even say the world)…
Pizza On The Plateau
Though you can find just about everything on the Plateau, a good pizza place was…
DJNL’s BEST PIZZA
When it comes to guilty pleasures, pizza is right up there with burgers, fries and…
Empty Indulgence
There’s no denying the insane popularity of Martin Picard’s restaurant, Au Pied de Cochon. For…
A World Of Wine
We are very excited to finally present you with an exclusive look at M. Mme,…
Rounded House
I’ve been wanting to try Nini Meatball House in Griffintown for some time now. The…
Buonanotte
A restaurant’s success depends on many factors. Food quality, service, ambiance and a little notoriety…
A Sweet Escape
As we roll slowly into the month of March, we being to bare witness to…
The BRUNCH List
A city with a nightlife like we have here in Montreal needs bars, pubs, clubs…
An Italian Adventure
We find Fiorellino on a quiet section of La Gauchetière near Beaver Hall where the…
Rosewood Revisited
It’s been a little over a year and a half since Rosewood joined the ranks…
The Travellers Table
Hotels are enigmatic places where the world comes to town, bringing to our city colourful…
The Weekend Dish
It seems like I’ve been spending a lot of time at the W Hotel lately.…
The Northern Bites
It hasn’t been that long since Soubois launched their Sunday brunch menu but in a…
Depth Perception
When Êat opened last December I called it a triumph and a creative shot in…
Grill Master
No matter how fancy food can get, nothing beats a good homestyle barbecue. The scent…
Happening Gourmand
January may not top the list of everyone’s favourite month of year but with the…
Keeping Us Warm
Located only steps from St. Laurent in the in-between neighbourhood of Saint-Édouard is Les Cocottes,…
Out of the Ashes
Pintxo was one of the first restaurants we covered here on dayjobsnightlife.com. That was almost…
Down The Rabbit Hole
For those of you who don’t know, Lapin Blanc translates from French into the White…
Tommy
Old Montreal is home to many beautiful spaces. New cafes, bars, hotels and restaurants keep…
Redefining An Icon
These days it’s hard to imagine a Montreal bar or a restaurant lasting more than…
A Warm Welcome
In Montreal’s east end, just past the Plateau and beyond the railroad tracks that divide…
Major League
Love comes in all shapes and sizes and in Montreal, our love of food knows…
Night and Day
We recently attended the media opening of Ozeu & O’Boeuf, a special 2-in-1 restaurant that…
The Natural Elements
Located in a cavernous underground space along one of Montreal’s busiest downtown streets, SouBois, one…
Spanish On The Fly
Sitting adjacent to Tapas 24 on Notre Dame is the newest addition to the MTL…
Sip Back And Relax
Since the beginning of time (for this website) I have been asked all sorts of…
That’s Amore
When it comes to food, there’s nothing better than a perfect pairing. Classics like champagne…
Style and Substance
The Peel Basin, located a stone’s throw from the Lachine Canal, has changed a lot…
Hidden Tiger
The Red Tiger is an interesting addition to Montreal’s Gay Village. This Vietnamese Pub is…
To Market, To Market
It’s no secret that we love Le Richmond. We have been raving about this outstanding…
Eastern Promising
For years now, something big has been happening in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and a trek into the…
Funky Fiesta
Mexican food is a lot of things but boring is not one of them. This…
Summer Ready
Henri St-Henri is doing something drastically different in St. Henri. Amidst a gaggle of rustic-trendy,…
Spring Awakening
Spring in Montreal is a wonderful thing to behold. There’s a palpable energy that awakens…
Setting The Pace
Though Little Italy has always been one of Montreal’s more popular neighbourhoods, a surge in…
The V Element
I may not be vegan but when I was invited to a media event celebrating…
THE MUST HAVES
Is there any place better suited for a “cabane à sucre” inspired meal than L’Orignal?…
The Breakfast Club
Between 11am and 3pm on the weekends, our city’s restaurants are booming for brunch. The…
Staying Power
There are treasures to be found in each of Montreal’s diverse neighbourhoods. The Cote-des-neiges-notre-dame-de-grace (CDN-NDG)…
Sweet Weekend
Le Richmond is a restaurant that doesn’t shy away from making a meal into a…
Maple Fever
Every year around this time there are more and more establishments tapping into an ever-growing…
The Sweet Life!
It’s a sweet time of year to be living in Montreal. One by one sugar…
Open Season
Cabane à sucre (sugar shack) season is upon us and we got off to a…
The Inn Crowd
The Dominion Square Taverne is an iconic establishment in downtown Montreal. In an effort to…
Measuring Up
(Vicolo is now closed) I’ve got to hand it the owners of Vicolo for they are…
The New Standard
Even though Montreal may be one of North America’s most diverse culinary cities, you won’t…
Nightlife Evolution
In Montreal these days, nothing ventured really is nothing gained when it comes to our…
Down To Business
In December, the folks behind a slew of popular Montreal hotspots like Pastaga and Tapas…
Above The Cut
What’s your favorite restaurant? That’s the question I’m most often asked as a restaurant-obsessed writer.…
New Chef, New Menu!
This past summer we discovered Ryu, a cutting edge, Asian inspired eatery in Outremont. Last…
Funk and Fusion
St. Henri is home to a plethora of restaurants serving up dishes as diverse as…
Delightful Surprises
To start, let me admit something to you. Before this week, I wasn’t that big…
Mercuri Rising
When I was younger I remember being seated at Bronte on Sherbrooke Street West with…
Labarake’s Fall Menu
Surrounded by the soft glow of warm lighting, brick walls and ambient music, there’s no…
La Coupole
In a few short years downtown Montreal is set look very different. La Place du…
Ikanos
This past October, Ikanos, the latest restaurant from mastermind, Constant Mentzas (former owner of Tasso…
Lea
Last night a select group of Montreal’s nightlife aficionados were invited to Lea, Westmount’s swanky…
Queue de Cheval
After a much lamented absence, Queue de Cheval is back. About a month ago, the…
Jack Saloon
Jack Saloon’s opening night was touted as a not to be missed event. We received…
L’Orignal
L’Orignal (Moose in English) has been a mainstay in Old Montreal for the past seven…
S Cuisine + Bar
A couple of months ago S Cuisine and Bar quietly opened just below street level…
Le Sieur d’Iberville
There are things you can expect at a new restaurant’s tasting event. You can expect…
Jargo
On June 17th a contingent of Montreal’s hungry media and VIP guests descended upon Jargo…
Henri St-Henri
A media tasting is a tricky thing for a restaurant to pull off. Balancing the…
L’Atelier d’Argentine
L’Atelier d’Argentine remains one of my favorite places to have a night out in Montreal.…
QDC Burger
Montreal is a city with no shortage of great restaurants. We constantly innovate and push…
Le Pois Penché
Downtown Montreal offers many things to many people. We have one of the largest shopping…
Le Richmond
Since opening in November of last year, people have been flocking in droves to Le…
Labarake
Anyone who read my review of Labarake’s opening night knows I was left somewhat underwhelmed…
L’Gros Luxe
L’Gros Luxe officially opened its doors to the public this past Friday and I’m not…
Café International
Little Italy is one of Montreal’s most distinct neighbourhoods. Proudly displaying the colours of the…
Station W
Rediscover the joy of sitting and enjoying a coffee!Rediscover the joy of sitting and enjoying a coffee!
SuWu
A few new reasons why this is the place to be!A few new reasons why this is the place to be!
Buonanotte
Here’s a peek at what they’ve been cooking up!Here’s a peek at what they’ve been cooking up!
Le Gros Jambon Diner
The Sunny Side of Breakfast!The Sunny Side of Breakfast!
Kitchenette
Simplicity is Key!Simplicity is Key!
Rebel Brasserie
A Yell in the Right Direction!A Yell in the Right Direction!
Kyo Japanese Bar
East meets west at its best.East meets west at its best.
Modavie Bistro
À La Modavie À La Modavie
Ô Chalet
Great local food in an interesting, seasonal setting.Great local food in an interesting, seasonal setting.
UPSTAIRS JAZZ BAR
Enjoying great music and good food in Montreal.Enjoying great music and good food in Montreal.
Vieux-Port Steakhouse
A Prime Cut for Montreal Meat Lovers!
A Prime Cut for Montreal Meat Lovers!
Le Vallier
Comfort food with a contemporary spin in a throwback setting.Comfort food with a contemporary spin in a throwback setting.
Grinder
A welcome addition to Griffintown’s restaurant scene.A welcome addition to Griffintown’s restaurant scene.
Les Folies
Never be the last to leave the party.
LE PINTXO
This quaint Spanish eatery is a must see!
This quaint Spanish eatery is a must see!
Le Boucan
This restaurant is big where it matters; taste, service and all around good times.This restaurant is big where it matters; taste, service and all around good times.
L’ATELIER D’ARGENTINE
Combining a sleek, modern atmosphere with wonderful food and service.Combining a sleek, modern atmosphere with wonderful food and service.
Crying Fowl at Laurier BBQ
DJNL recently paid a visit to Laurier BBQ, the renowned rotisserie located in Outremont, which…
Restaurant Le Hachoir
Montreal is filled with great places to get all kinds of fantastic food, and Hachoir is no exception. This week, DJNL paid a visit to see what all the fuss is about!Montreal is filled with great places to get all kinds of fantastic food, and Hachoir is no exception. This week, DJNL paid a visit to see what all the fuss is about!
Down the Avenue
A couple of weeks ago, I returned to L’Avenue on Mount Royal after not having…
Taverne Gaspar
Taverne Gaspar; Who doesn’t prefer to be a little more comfortably seated with our favorite wine to watch each country vie for the title of biggest bang?Taverne Gaspar; Who doesn’t prefer to be a little more comfortably seated with our favorite wine to watch each country vie for the title of biggest bang?
Street Meet
Montreal has jumped on the food truck bandwagon for First Fridays.Montreal has jumped on the food truck bandwagon for First Fridays.
BEVO
We attended the grand opening of BEVO, a new Bar and Pizzeria located at 410 St. Vincent, in the heart and soul of Old Montreal. We attended the grand opening of BEVO, a new Bar and Pizzeria located at 410 St. Vincent, in the heart and soul of Old Montreal.
Le Smoking Vallée
In recent years, Notre Dame West has seen a bit of a revival. It has evolved from a dusty antiques road show to an up and coming, hip and dynamic part of town.In recent years, Notre Dame West has seen a bit of a revival. It has evolved from a dusty antiques road show to an up and coming, hip and dynamic part of town.
Moishes for 5à7?
On Thursday nights, St. Laurent Boulevard is brimming with energy as people criss cross through traffic, heading from one place to the next to meet with their friends for drinks, food and who knows what else!On Thursday nights, St. Laurent Boulevard is brimming with energy as people criss cross through traffic, heading from one place to the next to meet with their friends for drinks, food and who knows what else!