Whether you've got tickets to the hottest show of the year, or you like hanging out at the Francofolies or the Jazz Festival (among others), treat yourself to some of Montreal's finest dining at these Quartier des spectacles restaurants.
It’s impossible not to fall in love with Bouillon Bilk. It may be easy to miss, given its location between two electronics stores on a low-key strip of Saint-Laurent, but once you’ve eaten there you’ll never forget it. Don’t let the location or minimalist décor fool you – every one of the dishes is packed with intricate flavours and fresh ingredients that make for a great meal.
Taverne F is a trendy yet unpretentious Portuguese tapas restaurant serving unique small sharing plates, called petiscos. Enjoy dinner with a view over a few beers or wine from their extensive list – cheers to a great evening ahead!
Located not too far away from the action, on rue City Councillors, Biiru is a small and trendy izakaya offering traditional Japanese bistro fare and cocktails, not to mention great vibes. Enjoy a few cool cocktails on their lovely terrace, or dine inside and enjoy the rustic décor over nibbles to share.
Café du Nouveau Monde is the restaurant located inside the Théâtre du Nouveau Monde open to ticketholders and passers by alike. They serve fresh bistro fare at a reasonable price. Located on the corner of Saint-Urbain and Sainte-Catherine, you’re right in the middle of the action.
Located on the corner of two of Montreal’s busiest streets, this urban bistro serves upscale fresh cuisine from lunch all the way to late in the evening. Their splendid meals are best enjoyed with a bottle from their extensive organic wine list. During the summer, sit on the patio and watch the fast-paced city pass you by at lunch, in the evening, or for a quick bite after the show.
This small but seriously charming bistro located right next to the Place des festivals is the perfect place for a beer before (or after) an event or for a good meal, thanks to a menu featuring pasta, fish & chips, poutine (including one with pulled pork and foie gras sauce), flank steak and burgers, including a veggie version.
Located on the sixth floor of the hotel Hyatt overlooking the Place des festivals, SIX extends a warm welcome with its long list of appetizers and salads, tapas and entrees. Worthy of particular mention are the beef shoulder fillet with cranberry and maple sauce and the salmon fillet with white butter.
This small chain of Asian restaurants offers something for everyone: salads, tartares, fried rice and various wok-fried dishes (beef, chicken, prawns, tofu). And there's even a Thai poutine to dazzle your taste buds!