Summer is all about doing things that you wouldn't do during any other season in Montreal. From sipping on drinks on a terrasse and roaming the many parks our city has to offer, to enjoying a delicious picnic outside, there are so many fun activities that can only be done during the heat of the summer. And, this year, there's a slew of Montreal restaurants offering picnic baskets for you and your friends to enjoy, making eating in a park that much more fabulous. Each of the following spots will not only provide you with everything you will need for a picnic experience extraordinaire, but they'll also pack up some of the tastiest eats in the city for you to nosh on. From Greek eateries and Italian meals to fried chicken, there's a picnic basket that will satisfy everyone's cravings. Editor's Choice: 13 Spontaneous Day Trips That Are Less Than 2 Hours Away From Montreal There's something so enjoyable about a picnic, not only can it be a romantic date, but it can also be a fun way of spending time with your crew while embracing the summer heat. Tuck Shop Address: 4662, rue Notre-Dame O, Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram You know what’s hotter than this heatwave? Our first @portage.mtl give away! We will choose a lucky winner to receive a basket of this weeks @portage.mtl menu. The rules are simple: 1) Tag a friend who you’d split a box of goodies with 2) Make sure you’re both following our @tuckshopmtl and @portage.mtl accounts 3) Extra entry if either of you share this post in your story and tag us! 4) Be available for a pick up at the restaurant between 11am and 5pm Friday, June 26th. The winner will be picked Thursday at noon, but if you’d rather not wait that long and hedge your bets, we still have a few boxes remaining and you can order directly by emailed jmetcalfe@tuckshop.ca! A post shared by Tuck Shop (@tuckshopmtl) on Jun 23, 2020 at 8:25am PDT Tuck Shop is one of Montreal locals go-to spots all year round and recently they have been trying something new. The restaurant launched @portage.mtl, which are seasonal boxes from your favourite farms and eateries. there's even a wine list to pick from. And, best of all it's available for both pick-up and delivery. Website Maquis Yasolo Address: 3763, rue Notre-Dame O, Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram Petit bonheur simple de la vie : un picnic au Canal sous un beau soleil, rien de tel pour finir la journée. 😎33degrés ☀️ Merci à Andres Betancourt pour la 📷 . . . #maquisyasolo #blackmontreal #blackmontrealcommunity #mtl #montreal #mtlmoments #mtlblog #mtlfood #mtlblogger #mtllife #mtlview #mtlnews #livemtl #foodmtl #mtlatable #picnicmtl #mtlatable #eatermontreal #eatermtl #foodmtl #foodmontreal #montreal #montreallife #montrealfood #montreality #mtlblog #mtlfoodies #mtlblogger #narcitymontreal #montrealcity #montrealeats #sainthenri #sthenri #sthenrimtl A post shared by Maquis Yasolo (@maquisyasolo) on Jun 18, 2020 at 2:15pm PDT Maquis Yasolo is one of my favourite summer discoveries. The array of flavours that are felt in every bite have had me craving this eatery every week. And, luckily for us, they have been providing picnics with their delicious meals to go all throughout the summer. Instagram Palme Address: 487, rue Sainte-Catherine E., Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram Merci merci merci merci @morenclic Ça fait toujours tellement plaisir quand les gens comprennent et apprécient nos idées! Swiper pour lire les mots de Christine Morency! #mtlbbq #casusgrill #carribeanfood #mtlfood #picnicbaskets #mtlpicnic A post shared by Resto Palme (@resto_palme) on Jul 2, 2020 at 12:27pm PDT Not only is this eatery providing our city with epic meals to be eaten outside, but they are going on step further and even offering a little BBQ for you to grill your meal on. This concept is taking eating in the park to an entirely new level. Website Dinette Triple Crown Address: 6704, rue Clark, Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram I was going to put a cute picnic pun, but didn't find any 🥺 📍@dinettetriplecrown . . . #montrealfood #montreal #mtl #mtlfoodie #mtlfood #foodie #tastemontreal #foodiegram #foodporn #mexicanfood #foodgasm #instafood #mtlmoments #foodblogger #travelgram #montrealrestaurant #tacos #homecooking #picnicdate #cultureexplorer #food #montreality #eatermtl #comfortfood A post shared by t e e p h a (@teeephaa) on Sep 13, 2019 at 11:50am PDT Dinette Triple Crown is by far one of my favourite spots to eat during the summer months. Not only do they cook up some of the most decadent and flavour-filled meals, but it offers a pretty amazing picnic set up, equipped with a tablecloth, sauces, and of course, tasty eats. Website SudWest Gyros & Co Address: 3401, rue Notre-Dame O., Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram 🧺SUDWEST GYROS PICNIC🧺 What better way to spend time with family and friends than with a fully equipped picnic?! Blanket included!🧺 For $69, you get: fried calamari🦑, two choices from 15+ dishes like gyros and chicken plates🍗 and two lemonades or a bottle of sangria🍹Everything comes prepared in a cute picnic basket and with the blanket too! (Must return after meal)🧺 We really enjoyed our experience and the food too😋 Thank you!❤️ To read more, check out today’s blog post! ➡️ Link in bio❤️ #turquoiseblogmtl #gyrosbro #sudwestgyrosco #collab #gifted #picnic #picnicdate #picnicinthepark #picnicbasket #gyro #gyros #greekfood #greekcuisine #lesudouest #mtlfoodie #mtlresto #mtlfood #mtleats #mtlfoodies #montrealfood #igersmontreal #mtl #montreal #mtlmoments #tastemontreal #discoverunder10k #bloggersunder10k #eeeeeats #eatplaylive A post shared by Turquoise Blog|MTL|FOOD|TRAVEL (@elisebgravel) on Jun 10, 2020 at 5:36am PDT The only thing better than eating Greek food is eating in while enjoying a picnic outside. And, this summer, SudWest Gyros & Co is offering Greek-style picnics that will have both you and your social media following begging for more. Website Pizzeria Gepetto Beaubien Address: 2510, rue Beaubien E., Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram 🧺 [Paniers pique-nique pour 4 à 60$] 🧺 Pique-niquez avec Pinocchio les samedis & dimanches de 12h à 17h. Comment ça marche? 1️⃣- Commandez votre panier en ligne 2️⃣- Passez le chercher au restaurant et 3️⃣- Profitez d'un bon lunch en famille/ami(s) 4️⃣- Ramenez-nous votre panier vide Les paniers incluent* : ✔️ 2 pizzas 10 pouces ✔️ 1 lasagne XL (Boeuf ou Végé) ✔️ 1 grande salade (Roquette ou César) ✔️ 1 focaccia ✔️ 1 Tiramisu ✔️ 1 bouteille d'eau (pure ou gazeuse) ✔️ Extra vin rouge 18$ (bouteille) ✔️ Extra 2 Spritz 12$ * On demande une consigne de 100$. A post shared by Pizzeria Geppetto (@pizzeriageppetto) on Jun 4, 2020 at 11:39am PDT I don't know many people who don't love stuffing their faces with pizza and pasta and the only thing better than that is pigging out under the sun, in a local park. Pizzeria Gepetto Beaubien offers to take out picnic baskets that will take your dinner to new heights completely, totally worth trying. Website Le Fruit Shop Address: 230, ave. Fairmount O, Montreal, QC View this post on Instagram Un jus fraîchement pressé est ce que le corps a besoin pour renforcer le système immunitaire après un long weekend comme celui-ci 😁 À votre santé! Freshly squeezed juice is what the system needs to boost the immune system after a long weekend like this one 😁 Cheers! #juicing #juice #vegan #healthy #detox #juicecleanse #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #plantbased #fruit #coldpressedjuice #juicingforhealth #rawfood #health #weightloss #healthiswealth #cleanse #wellness #fruits #greenjuice #healing #healthyeating #coldpressed #vegetables #cleaneating #fresh #freshjuice #foodie A post shared by Le Fruit Shop (@lefruitshop) on May 21, 2019 at 7:40am PDT This may not be a typical restaurant, however, this Greek grocery store has been cooking up mouthwatering meals and treats in picnic format. Facebook Happy picnicking! NOW WATCH You Can Get Nesquik Ice Cream And Fried Chicken At This New Hidden Montreal Spot (VIDEO)
