Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Modavie | ⭐ 9.1 | 7 956 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse | ⭐ 9.1 | 7 487 | — |
| 3 | Bar George | ⭐ 9.1 | 4 582 | — |
| 4 | Damas | ⭐ 9.5 | 4 204 | People's favourite |
| 5 | Gaspar Brasserie Française | ⭐ 9.1 | 4 104 | — |
| 6 | Jardin Nelson | ⭐ 8.9 | 3 901 | — |
| 7 | Monarque | ⭐ 9.3 | 2 360 | — |
| 8 | Ferreira Café | ⭐ 9.3 | 2 261 | — |
| 9 | Le Pois Penché | ⭐ 9.1 | 2 108 | — |
| 10 | Dinette Marcella | ⭐ 9.3 | 1 995 | — |
Highlights
Opening hours
Open late: Modavie, Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse, Bar George, Damas, Jardin Nelson, Monarque, Ferreira Café, Le Pois Penché, Dinette Marcella.
Open early, from 8am or sooner: Bar George.
Check the hours before you set out — they shift on holidays and out of season.
Full ranking
1. Modavie · ⭐ 9.1
(7956 reviews)
+9 photos
1 Rue St-Paul Ouest, Montréal, QC H2Y 1Y6, Canada
Cuisine: French
An atmospheric restaurant in the heart of the Old Town (4.5 over nearly 8,000 reviews): live jazz every evening and a signature lamb leg. Lamb, French-Mediterranean dishes, a large wine list. All to live jazz. A romantic dinner and lovers of music and atmosphere.
«The restaurant has 3 sections, once you enter there is a beautiful curved bar and seating…»
2. Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse · ⭐ 9.1
(7487 reviews)
+9 photos
1116 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal, QC H3B 1H5, Canada
Cuisine: Steak & grill
A Montreal deli institution (4.5 over 7,000+ reviews): signature smoked meat, huge sandwiches and steakhouse classics. The smoked meat sandwich, fries, cheesecake. A classic people return to for years. A hearty downtown lunch and a taste of Montreal's culinary symbol.
3. Bar George · ⭐ 9.1
(4582 reviews)
+9 photos
Le Mount Stephen, 1440 Rue Drummond, Montréal, QC H3G 1V9, Canada
Cuisine: British
An elegant restaurant in a historic mansion (4.5): modern British cooking in lavish Victorian interiors. Seasonal British dishes, a Sunday roast, cocktails, tea. Special occasions and lovers of atmosphere.
4. Damas · ⭐ 9.5
(4204 reviews)
+9 photos
1209 Av. Van Horne, Outremont, QC H2V 3S5, Canada
One of Montreal's best-known restaurants (4.7), which lifted Middle Eastern cooking to fine-dining heights. A lavish interior and authentic Damascus dishes. Mezze, fatteh, charcoal kebabs, dishes with pomegranate and pistachio. Best of all — a tasting spread for the table. A special dinner and a discovery of true Syrian cuisine. Reservations essential.
5. Gaspar Brasserie Française · ⭐ 9.1
(4104 reviews)
+9 photos
89 Rue de la Commune E, Montréal, QC H2Y 1J1, Canada
Cuisine: French
A cosy French brasserie (4.5) with a classic menu and a warm atmosphere in the historic district. French classics, steak frites, seafood, wines. A quiet dinner for two or a small group.
6. Jardin Nelson · ⭐ 8.9
(3901 reviews)
+9 photos
407 Pl. Jacques-Cartier, Montréal, QC H2Y 1G9, Canada
A cult spot on Place Jacques-Cartier (4.4) with a famous green garden terrace and live music. Known for sweet and savoury crêpes. Signature crêpes, pizza, sangria — all in the garden to jazz. Daytime relaxation and summer evenings with a group.
7. Monarque · ⭐ 9.3
(2360 reviews)
+9 photos
406 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1, Canada
Cuisine: French
An elegant downtown restaurant with two formats: a lively brasserie up front and a refined room at the back (4.6). Classic French technique at the highest level. French classics, seafood, signature desserts, a large wine list. Celebrations and dinners where both the food and the setting matter.
8. Ferreira Café · ⭐ 9.3
(2261 reviews)
+9 photos
1446 Rue Peel, Montréal, QC H3A 1S8, Canada
A Montreal institution (4.6) with refined Portuguese cuisine and a focus on fresh seafood. A bright Mediterranean aesthetic right downtown. Grilled fresh fish, seafood cataplana, pastel de nata, ports. Business dinners, celebrations and fish lovers.
9. Le Pois Penché · ⭐ 9.1
(2108 reviews)
+9 photos
1230 Blvd. De Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal, QC H3G 1M2, Canada
Cuisine: French
An authentic French brasserie with Parisian charm (4.5): seafood towers, oysters and a classic menu. A seafood plateau, oysters, steak frites, French desserts. Seafood lovers and fans of a Parisian atmosphere.
10. Dinette Marcella · ⭐ 9.3
(1995 reviews)
+9 photos
196 Rue St-Paul Ouest, Montréal, QC H2Y 3P9, Canada
Cuisine: Italian
A lively, popular spot (4.6) with a modern take on Greek food: fresh produce, the grill and a Mediterranean mood. Greek mezze, grilled fish and meat, souvlaki, house desserts. A group and lovers of Mediterranean food.
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? Modavie — score 9.1/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.2/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
Which place has the most reviews? Modavie — 7956 visitor reviews.
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