Top restaurants in Montreal’s Gay Village
Just east of downtown Montreal, Gay Village is a leading destination for local residents and tourists alike. In addition to its many restaurants, some of which have terraces, its proximity to the Quartier des spectacles naturally attracts those who seek a good meal after a play or concert.
Restaurant Mezcla
1251, rue de Champlain, Montréal, QC H2L 2R9Mezcla serves "Nuevo Latino" cuisine – in other words, a mix of South American cuisines adapted to French and European cooking techniques. Most dishes are prepared using local Quebec ingredients, while their wines are privately imported from Latin America and Spain. The menu includes braised or pulled meat, fish, crab and octopus, sweet and sour flavours, and cassava chips. Five or seven course tasting menus are also offered.
Au Petit Extra Restaurant
1690, rue Ontario E, Montréal, QC H2L 1S7A neighbourhood fixture for the past 30 years, Au Petit Extra is a bistro which serves refined, French-inspired cuisine composed of classics and bold innovations. Hanger steak, duck breast and confit, sarladaise potatoes, blood sausage and tartare all offer a taste of France, especially when enjoyed with one of the wines that have been carefully selected by the sommelier, and followed by a dessert like crème brûlée or Paris Brest.
Kitchenette
1353 boul René Lévesque E, Montréal, QC H2L 2M1In a decor that mixes antiques with contemporary style, Kitchenette serves upscale, updated traditional cuisine made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. The menu offers many fish and seafood choices, a variety of tartares, duck confit, original burgers and classic steak frites. Fish n' chips is served on Friday, and surf & turf on Saturday. Whiskey and wine are offered to accompany your meal.
Ma'tine
1310, boul de Maisonneuve E, Montréal, QC H2L 2A5This restaurant, opened by the team from La Famille, has quickly earned a good reputation. It must be said that the neighbourhood's choices for breakfast and brunch were limited, but Ma'tine has improved that situation. Their constantly changing menu invites return visits to sample new creations, preferably on their terrace. They also offer savoury lunch dishes, accompanied by French wine, and a counter where you can buy desserts to take away.
Restaurant Carte Blanche
1159, rue Ontario E, Montréal, QC H2L 1R3The chef at Carte Blanche, André Loiseau from France, welcomes you in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere and prepares cuisine that combines contemporary and traditional French gastronomy. Local products are featured: salmon and beef tartares, duck breast, foie gras, and lobster bisque appear on the menu with enticing mentions of truffle oil and Cognac sauce. Finally, don't forget to bring your own bottle of wine!
O'Thym
1112, boul de Maisonneuve E, Montréal, QC H2L 1Z5Bring your own bottle of wine to O'Thym, a neighbourhood bistro for meat lovers. Duck, rabbit, goat, beef, bison and deer are just a few choices on their menu, which also includes salmon, scallops and other seafood, with many local, seasonal offerings. On the weekend, bring your own bottle of bubbly for brunch.
Chipotle & Jalapeno
1481, rue Atateken, Montréal, QC H2L 3L2For nearly 10 years, Chipotle & Jalapeno has been serving Montrealers typical Mexican cuisine. The chef is a former pastry chef, so be sure to order dessert after your fajitas, cazuelas or burrito, which you can accompany with Mexican beer or a South American wine. On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy brunch with Mexican accents on the terrace, and be sure to pass by their grocery corner before leaving.
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