These are the best new restaurants that have opened in Montreal this past year. The last twelve months have been awesome for foodies in Montreal with new spots cropping up all over the place. Whether you're looking for some authentic Italian, a fancy dessert or some East-Coast cookin', Montreal has it all. Visit MTLBlog for more headlines. It's easy to find a restaurant you love in Montreal and usually, people tend to stick to their tried and true favourites. But, for every Boustan, there's a budding enterprise that's on the precipice of foodie greatness in the city. A new restaurant opens pretty much every single day in Montreal. Though some might think we have too many restaurants, we're lucky enough to have seemingly unlimited options. Instead of going to your classic spot tonight, how about you try one of these brand-new Montreal restaurants? Whether you're craving an authentic lobster roll, a fat stack of pancakes or need a new date idea, these fresh new foodie spots in the city are sure to meet and exceed expectations. Based on user reviews, we've come up with a best-of list for 2018-2019. Without further ado, here are the best new Montreal restaurants to open in the last year! Cantine Teré View this post on Instagram 💥Arepas💥 for lunch from 11:30-2:30 Wednesday-Friday #cantinetere A post shared by Cantine Teré (@cantinetere) on Jun 25, 2019 at 7:44am PDT What: Cantine Teré is a new Mile-End restaurant that is already known for serving some seriously delicious brunch and inspired Latin-flavoured dishes. Where: 5427 boulevard St-Laurent Check them out here! Tendresse View this post on Instagram 🥦 💥 A post shared by Tendresse (@bistro_tendresse) on Jul 19, 2019 at 10:54am PDT What: Tendresse is a trendy new addition to the Gay Village, featuring brunch, lunch, and dinner in a creative yet delicate setting. With a $21 table d'hote and nothing on the menu exceeding $20, Tendresse is your new go-to spot. Where: 1259 Sainte-Catherine E. Check them out here! Radis View this post on Instagram #pizza #vegan #montrealfood #delicious A post shared by Restaurant Radis (@restaurant_radis) on Jul 10, 2019 at 2:51pm PDT What: Yet another spectacular Italian restaurant with a Mile-End twist. Everything at Radis is vegan! Expect a 100% vegan seasonal menu inspired by the comforts of Italian home cooking in an elegant atmosphere. Where: 361 rue Bernard Ouest Check them out here! Le Comptoir Bonsaï View this post on Instagram Bowl of the day!! Unicorn🦄 glass noodle, cauliflowers, marinated tofu, crunchy veggies and fried shallots with a maple tamari and sesame dressing, on a base of spinach💙💜💙💜 . . . . #lamain #mtlrestaurant #cleaneats #fresh #healthyfood #healthyliving #farmtotable #superfood #mindfullness #plantbased #plants #wholefood #motivation #glutenfree #mindandbody #life #healthymind #lowcarbs #vegan #saladlovers #spinach #organic #energy #healthy #bonzappetit A post shared by Bonsaï (@comptoir_bonsai) on Apr 30, 2019 at 4:17am PDT What: Bonsaï has a simple concept - delicious and filling power bowls inspired by cuisines from all over the Pacific Rim. Where: 3723A Boulevard St-Laurent Check them out here! Fugazzi Pizza View this post on Instagram Because Pizza... A post shared by Fugazzi Pizza (@fugazzipizza) on Jun 12, 2019 at 6:28pm PDT What: An all-new pizza joint in Pointe-St-Charles from the Barroco group. Fugazzi Pizza focuses on creating classic and stunning pizzas that you're certain to fall in love with. Where: 1886 Rue Centre Check them out here! Hello 123 View this post on Instagram what vegans eat. jealous? 🍞🥑🍞🥑 . . . . . #hello123forever #vegan #flashesofdelight #keto #plantbased #veganeats #brunch #thefeedfeed #torontobrunch #avotoast #avocadotoast #plantbaseddiet #thefeedfeedvegan #veganfood #toronto #torontofood #brunchto #healthyfood #yyzeats #vegangotgame A post shared by Hello 123 (@hello123forever) on Apr 29, 2019 at 9:27am PDT What: Hello 123 is a plant-based bar and restaurant out of Toronto that's recently opened its first Montreal location. You've never had such flavourful vegan food, guaranteed. Where: 5700 Avenue Monkland Check them out here! Antoinetta View this post on Instagram Caprese . . . #antonietta #rosemontpetitepatrie #seasonal #restaurant #foodie A post shared by Antonietta Osteria Italiana (@antonietta.mtl) on Aug 1, 2019 at 9:57am PDT What: Antoinetta is a modern Italian restaurant that focuses on providing local, market-fresh products and dishes. Antoinetta is truly shaping up to be a foodie paradise. Where: 6672 Avenue Papineau Check them out here! Vesta View this post on Instagram Netflix and chill? Make it a pizza night! 🍕 Les commandes pour emporter sont maintenant disponibles! Take out orders are now available! 😋 #vestamtl #montrealfood #mtlfood #mtlfoodies #mtleats #villeray #pizzalovers A post shared by Vesta MTL (@vestamtl) on Jul 30, 2019 at 12:47pm PDT What: Vesta is a modern take on the classic family-run Italian pizzeria. The menu features home-style Italian dishes made with local ingredients. Where: 206 Rue Jarry E. Check them out here! Le Flamant View this post on Instagram Petit souper du dimanche... Cappelletti, leche de tigre, pieuvre #pasta #pieuvre #mtlfoodies #peruvianfood #peru #hochelaga A post shared by Le Flamant MTL (@leflamantmtl) on Jul 28, 2019 at 1:58pm PDT What: A haute-cuisine gastronomic experience that's part of the revival of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Le Flamant is an excellent addition to Montreal's culinary culture. Where: 4043 Rue Ontario E. Check them out here! Ratafia View this post on Instagram Test de plating #1 du Kouign Amann!! Tu en penses quoi?! ...... First plating test for the Kouign Amann, what do you think?! #kouignamman #ratafiamontreal #dessert #dessertbar #dessertgram #bar #plating #testderecette #montreal #mtl #mtleats A post shared by Ratafia (@ratafiamontreal) on Jun 17, 2019 at 2:52pm PDT What: Called a "gastronomic dessert bar," Ratafia is one of the few dessert-only restaurants in Montreal. Open late and offering a wide variety of tasting options and dessert alcohols, Ratafia is a must-try the next time you've got a date with a sweet tooth. Where: 6778 Boulevard St-Laurent Check them out here! Marcus View this post on Instagram Huîtres, couteaux, homard, crabe des neiges, palourdes et sashimi. Il en a pour tous les goûts! _ _ Oysters, razor clams, lobster, snow crab, clams and sashimi. There’s something for everyone! . . . #MARCUSmontreal #FSmontreal #FourSeasons Photo: @jfgalipeau.photo A post shared by MARCUS (@marcus_montreal) on Jul 23, 2019 at 2:11pm PDT What: As one of the fanciest options on this list, Marcus sure doesn't have fancy prices! The most expensive thing on the menu is a $220 steak, but otherwise, no worries. Located in the all-new Four Seasons Hotel, Marcus is a sure bet. Sure, it's fine dining but it's totally worth it. Another awesome potential date spot. Where: 1440 Rue de la Montagne Check them out here! Dandy View this post on Instagram Our famous Ricotta Pancakes served with Quebec Strawberries and Maple. For a limited time only. Come get them while you can! 🍓🥞 A post shared by Dandy (@dandy.mtl) on Jun 30, 2019 at 6:04am PDT What: Dandy has quickly become one of Montreal's go-to brunch spots. Go see what all the hype is about! Where: 244 Rue St-Jacques Check them out here! Le Fricot View this post on Instagram Y fait chaud, alors on se fait un petit plat de pétoncles crus pour rajouter un peu de fraicheur dans votre journée! A post shared by Le Fricot (@lefricot) on Jul 25, 2019 at 3:31pm PDT What: As one of the first Acadian seafood restaurants in Montreal, Le Fricot brings a unique East Coast flavour to Montreal's restaurant landscape. Where: 2661 Notre-Dame Ouest Check them out here! Beba View this post on Instagram @dixoncone put together this sweet little number of cold clams, cucumber vinaigrette and chilies. Tastes like friggin’ sunshine!!! A post shared by beba (@restaurantbeba) on Jul 13, 2019 at 3:09pm PDT What: Influenced by Argentinian and Mediterranean cuisines, two brothers bring us Beba, a new addition to Verdun's budding gastronomic community. Where: 3900 Rue Éthel Check them out here! Hanzo View this post on Instagram KATSUO TATAKI // bonito, tea & bergamot ponzu sauce, wakame, vidalia onion 🤭😍🇯🇵 A post shared by Hanzō Izakaya (@hanzo_mtl) on Apr 26, 2019 at 4:25am PDT What: Hanzo is a classic Japanese izakaya inspired by the Crazy 88 scene in Kill Bill - just a lot less bloody. If you don't know what that is, check it out here (warning: very violent). Where: 417 Rue Saint Nicolas Check them out here! Le 409 View this post on Instagram Salade Jalandhar avec du poulet tandoor. C'est un mardi savoureux ici chez #Le409 🤤 A post shared by Le 409 (@le409_mtl) on Jul 23, 2019 at 9:07am PDT What: An Indian gastropub in the Old Port that'll make you feel like you're in a Wes Anderson movie! Definitely worth a try next time you're craving a masala. Where: 409 Rue McGill Check them out here! Mae Sri Comptoir Thaï View this post on Instagram Have a soup-erb weekend 🍲 Thai braised beef soup ❤️ Tag a beef lover 👇 #maesri A post shared by Mae Sri Comptoir Thai (@maesrithai) on May 31, 2019 at 12:46pm PDT What: Catering to the McGill University crowd, Mae Sri offers classic Thai comfort food like giant bowls of noodles and flavourful soups. Where: 224 rue Milton Check them out here! Code Vert View this post on Instagram Amoureux de la pizza? 🍕 Des pizzas servies tout juste sorties du four, végétaliennes, sans gluten et délicieuses! #adopterlecode #Codevert 🌿 ——————- Pizza lovers ? 🍕 Pizzas served straight out of the oven, vegan, gluten-free and delicious. 🌿 #adoptthecode A post shared by Code Vert 💚 (@restocodevert) on Jan 27, 2019 at 5:18am PST What: Code Vert is yet another wonderful Montreal vegan restaurant that serves up some seriously delicious burgers and vegan pizza. Where: 1216 Rue Bishop Check them out here! Osteria Gallo View this post on Instagram The way to a mans heart is through his stomach! Come join us this weekend with your Father(s)! Call to reserve 🤗 Le chemin qui mène au cœur d'un homme passe par son estomac. Venez nous rejoindre ce week-end pour la fête des pères! Appeler pour réserver 😊 A post shared by Osteria Gallo (@osteriagallo) on Jun 15, 2019 at 6:08am PDT What: A casual Italian eatery that serves up authentic homemade dishes in a trendy atmosphere. Clearly, 2019 is the year of Italian eats in Montreal! Where: 7950 rue St-Hubert Check them out here! Kinoya Kushi Bar View this post on Instagram Come try a wide variety of Kushikatsu skewers to enjoy with your friends! 🍢 #KinoyaBar A post shared by Kinoya Kushi Bar (@kinoya_bar) on Jul 9, 2019 at 6:22am PDT What: Montreal's first-ever kushikatsu bar has been a hit ever since it opened! Come taste incredible Japanese meat skewers in a funky anime-inspired atmosphere. Where: 1242 rue Bishop Check them out here! JackRose Table & Club View this post on Instagram Ce bel oeuf mollet cuit à la perfection 🤤 Ce soir au foodie bar de JackRose Table & Club nos tartares de boeuf et de saumon sont à seulement 17$ ! 🙌🏻 À vous la gourmandise 🌹🥰#jackrosemtl A post shared by JackRose (@jackrosemtl) on Mar 14, 2019 at 2:52pm PDT What: This all-new tropical-themed spot in the Plateau is already a favourite among locals for its delicious dishes and 1.5-litre sangria pitchers! Where: 4560 Boulevard St-Laurent Check them out here! Station Berlin View this post on Instagram Tu es plus du genre légumes grillés ou viandes dans ton döner kebab? 🤗 ˙ ˙ Dans les deux cas c'est trop BON 🤤 ˙ ˙ #stationberlin #mtlf00d #montrealeasque #feedmemontreal #mtlfood #mtlblog #tastemontreal #livemontreal #yelpmtl #restomontreal #mtlmoments #mtlatable #meat #meats #meatporn #meatlover #meatmeatmeat #meatcoma #berlin #donerkebab A post shared by Station Berlin Döner-Lounge 🇩🇪 (@station_berlin) on Aug 11, 2019 at 8:17am PDT What: Station Berlin is the only place in Montreal where you can find classic German-Turkish street food like doner kebab and currywurst! Recommended with a tall glass of beer. Where: 3751 Rue St-Urbain Check them out here! Saint Burger View this post on Instagram #gourmetburger #poutine #oldmontreal A post shared by Saint Burger 24H (@saintburger1) on Jul 1, 2019 at 2:14am PDT What: Saint Burger is an all-new 24-hour burger bar in Montreal that serves up huge and juicy gourmet burgers, poutine, and onion rings. Oh yeah, and all their ingredients are local and hormone-free. Where: 475 Boulevard St-Laurent Check them out here! Wrap Kings View this post on Instagram Reward yourself with our one-of-a-kind chicken Shawarma wrap! 🌯 Juicy tender chicken, fresh lettuce, tomatoes and turnips, tasty garlic sauce and of course our secret sauce 😍 Tag a friend who would love to enjoy this delicious chicken Shawarma wrap 👇 —————————————————————————— Récompensez-vous avec notre Wrap Shawarma au poulet! 🌯 Du poulet tendre et juteux, des laitues, des tomates et des navets frais, le tout avec une délicieuce sauce à l’ail et notre sauce secrète 🤤 Mentionnez l’ami qui aimerait savourer ce Wrap Shawarma au poulet de #WrapKings 👇 A post shared by WRAP KINGS | RESTAURANT (@wrapkingscanada) on Apr 22, 2019 at 10:12am PDT What: Re-invented Lebanese-style wraps are all the rage at Wrap Kings. Made with the freshest ingredients, Wrap Kings is a family-run business that believes in quality. Where: 1502 Rue de Bleury Check them out here! Bon Appetit, Montreal! All research done in this article is by the author. Restaurants never pay to be featured on MTL Blog's "Best Of" lists; furthermore, this list represents a showcase of great spots, and is not a numbered ranking.
