Category: Montreal

Surrounded by the soft glow of warm lighting, brick walls and ambient music, there’s no better place to be during autumn than inside Labarake. The restaurant’s ambiance seems made perfectly for this time of year. Just in time for fall they have freshened their menu with tastes that will want to keep us cozying up…

In a few short years downtown Montreal is set look very different. La Place du Canada is currently undergoing phase two of a massive overhaul while St. Catherine Street is about to get a much-needed facelift. Several new towers in the west end of downtown are in various phases of construction and soon our skyline…

This past October, Ikanos, the latest restaurant from mastermind, Constant Mentzas (former owner of Tasso Bar à Mezze) invited guests to come explore Montreal’s newest place to enjoy fine Greek cuisine. The event featured some of the fresh and delicious food that anchors their extensive menu, copious amounts of wine and cocktails and of course…

The folks behind Henri St-Henri, Quai No 4, Baron Samedi and a slew of other thriving establishments have done it yet again with their latest venture, Grenade. With their new newest restaurant, they’ve transformed a once derelict building in east Ville Marie into an Asian inspired oasis with some interesting feature that are sure to…

Last night a select group of Montreal’s nightlife aficionados were invited to Lea, Westmount’s swanky new restaurant for a sneak peek at their cool new space and menu. Lea is the third offering from the guys who broke ground on the Plateau with Hachoir and built a strong foundation in Griffintown with Grinder.  With their…

After a much lamented absence, Queue de Cheval is back. About a month ago, the restaurant reopened, in a new, entirely revamped location, returning to its prominent place atop the lists of foodies in this city and beyond. At the beginning of the summer we were among the first to get a peek at what…

Jack Saloon’s opening night was touted as a not to be missed event. We received invites from two different sources welcoming us to Montreal’s next big eatery. A few weeks ago the restaurant, located in the heart of Old Montreal, rolled out the black carpet for a western inspired event like we’ve never experienced before.…

L’Orignal (Moose in English) has been a mainstay in Old Montreal for the past seven years. It’s proven its longevity and staying power by remaining one of the city’s favorite hotspots by offering quality food in a unique and cozy atmosphere. Over the past few months they have been overhauling both the restaurant and the…

Putting together a media tasting can be a daunting task for a restaurant and it’s chef. When 60 or more, hungry human beings with pens sharper than swords arrive at your door, ready to slice, dice and deconstruct the plates put in front of them, you can’t help but sweat a little. Last week, Laurea’s…

I was walking towards Restaurant Hà when I felt the first drops of rain. I had scheduled an interview with the new restaurant’s owners and no amount of wet weather was going to turn me around. By the time I reached the restaurant, which beyond its terrasse lies a splendid view of Parc Jeanne-Mance, the…

A couple of months ago S Cuisine and Bar quietly opened just below street level in one of Marché Bonsecour’s coveted addresses on St. Paul. In a neighbourhood like Old Montreal, which is teeming with restaurants and an active nightlife scene, S isn’t too worried about being the quiet guy on the block. This new…

There are things you can expect at a new restaurant’s tasting event. You can expect hungry crowds who are curious about what the restaurant will offer. You can expect copious amounts of food coming out of an overworked kitchen at breakneck speeds to feed that curiosity. You can expect that there will be drinks flowing…

On June 17th a contingent of Montreal’s hungry media and VIP guests descended upon Jargo for an exclusive tasting event and official grand opening. A prepared menu of selected items was served and after taking some time to digest our experience, here are our thoughts on how the evening went down. For the first time…

A media tasting is a tricky thing for a restaurant to pull off. Balancing the number of guests with a kitchen that needs to be prepared to serve everyone at about the same time can be a daunting task. Fortunately there are places in the city like Henri St-Henri that are more than capable of…

L’Atelier d’Argentine remains one of my favorite places to have a night out in Montreal. When DJNL was invited back to try a few items on their revamped menu I didn’t hesitate to say a big YES! The things I love about L’Atelier start at the entrance and build as I walk up the steps…

Montreal is a city with no shortage of great restaurants. We constantly innovate and push the boundaries of what gourmet dining can mean. As an influential leader in Montreal’ extensive restaurant scene, Queue de Cheval will be reopening its doors in a few short weeks after a heavily lamented absence. Known for their unbeatable steak,…

I had my very first taste of Joverse a little over a month ago at Taste For Life, a mega Montreal benefit thrown by ICRF. That night Joverse featured their spicy brisket tacos and I fell in love at first bite. Their PR manager happened to be present with one of their amazing chefs and…

Downtown Montreal offers many things to many people. We have one of the largest shopping districts in the country, more bars than can be counted and a thriving restaurant scene. Since 2007, Pois Penché has maintained a reputation as one of the finest French restaurants in the city and we finally had a chance to…

Some of the best nights in Montreal are the ones you don’t get to plan. They start off innocent enough but before you know it you’re guzzling champagne and shucking oysters and enjoying some of the best food you never imagined you’d ever be eating when leaving home for “one quick drink”. Last week I…

Since opening in November of last year, people have been flocking in droves to Le Richmond in Griffintown. The restaurant’s energy at night is electric as people gather around the beautiful bar and their tables, laughing and enjoying the night.  The wait staff bustles around the busy restaurant while wrapped buoyantly in music turned out…

Anyone who read my review of Labarake’s opening night knows I was left somewhat underwhelmed by how the night went down. A couple of weeks have passed since then and I was recently invited back to give it another go. Here’s what I thought. Starting with the décor and atmosphere of the restaurant, I love…

Suite 701 has been atop my list of fun Old Montreal hotspots for as long as I can remember. Years ago I was captivated by the restaurant’s elegantly decadent décor and it’s where I first developed my love for drinks high above the crowds on the hotel’s airy terrace. From 5à7 to dinner I routinely…

L’Gros Luxe officially opened its doors to the public this past Friday and I’m not going to beat around the bush, it’s been worth the wait. Located on St. Andre and Roy near Parc Lafontaine, I’ve been walking past the paper-covered windows all winter wondering curiously when they would open and what they might offer…

Little Italy is one of Montreal’s most distinct neighbourhoods. Proudly displaying the colours of the resident majority’s heritage, the area is teeming with activity all year long. People from all across the city fill the cafes, bars, specialty shops, Italian grocery stores and restaurants week after week and enjoy the tight-knit, boisterous atmosphere.  We dropped…

Rediscover the joy of sitting and enjoying a coffee!Rediscover the joy of sitting and enjoying a coffee!

A few new reasons why this is the place to be!A few new reasons why this is the place to be!

Here’s a peek at what they’ve been cooking up!Here’s a peek at what they’ve been cooking up!

The Sunny Side of Breakfast!The Sunny Side of Breakfast!

Montreal’s Only Aphrodisiac Restaurant!Montreal’s Only Aphrodisiac Restaurant!

Simplicity is Key!Simplicity is Key!

A Yell in the Right Direction!A Yell in the Right Direction!

Southern SimplicitySouthern Simplicity

East meets west at its best.East meets west at its best.

À La Modavie À La Modavie

Great local food in an interesting, seasonal setting.Great local food in an interesting, seasonal setting.

Enjoying great music and good food in Montreal.Enjoying great music and good food in Montreal.

A Prime Cut for Montreal Meat Lovers! A Prime Cut for Montreal Meat Lovers!

Comfort food with a contemporary spin in a throwback setting.Comfort food with a contemporary spin in a throwback setting.

A welcome addition to Griffintown’s restaurant scene.A welcome addition to Griffintown’s restaurant scene.