Breakfast is personally my favourite meal of the day. It's one of those meals that you don't feel bad about eating at any time of the day. If you wanted to eat pasta for breakfast, you'd get weird looks, but eggs benny at dinner, you're a champ.
Montreal has literally hundreds of breakfast restaurants and for the most part, you'll find the standard range of menu options. There are few breakfast places that truly distinguish themselves, however!
So next time you're planning breakfast or brunch, look no further than this list! There's no reason to break your head over which place you should go to!
Without further ado, here are the 37 best breakfast restaurants in Montreal!
Quoi de N'Oeuf
What: A cozy little spot in the heart of St-Henri with amazingly affordable breakfasts!
Where: 2745 rue Notre-Dame O.
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Café LuLu
What: Amazing pastries and incredible coffee, what more could you want?
Where: 852 rue Sainte-Catherine E.
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Breizh Café
What: Absolutely fantastic pancakes in a quirky vintage space.
Where: 3991 boulevard Saint-Laurent
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L'Ptit Rustik
What: Probably the best eggs benedict in town!
Where: 4057 rue Drolet
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McKiernan Luncheonette
What: From the founders of Joe Beef and Liverpool House, McKiernan Luncheonette is the latest addition to their range of amazing restaurants.
Where: 5524 rue Saint-Patrick
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Le Butterblume
What: Eclectic breakfast and brunch meals with interesting ingredients and creative plating.
Where: 5836 boulevard Saint-Laurent
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Chez José
What: A lovely family-style cafe that is a Plateau institution.
Where: 173 avenue Duluth E.
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Le Toasteur Villeray
What: A small and cozy spot with incredibly flavourful breakfast dishes.
Where: 767 rue Villeray
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Kupfert & Kim
What: A really cute study spot that has awesome waffles, pancakes, and coffee. Sign me up!
Where: 417 rue Notre-Dame O.
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Bagel Etc.
What: Leonard Cohen used to eat breakfast here almost every day, need I say more?
Where: 4320 boulevard St-Laurent
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Dandy
What: A chic little hideaway in the Old Port with some of the fluffiest pancakes you'll ever eat.
Where: 244 rue Saint-Jacques
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Brûlerie Urbaine
What: A restaurant with charming ambience and huge portions.
Where: 5252 chemin de la Cote-des-Neiges
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Fabergé
What: An iconic and bustling breakfast restaurant in the Plateau.
Where: 25 avenue Fairmount
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Gauffre Mignonne
What: A classic Montreal crêperie and waffle house with an amazing atmosphere.
Where: 55 rue Sainte-Catherine E
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Restaurant Greenspot
What: A classic 1940s Montreal diner that serves up incredible breakfast all day long!
Where: 3014 rue Notre-Dame O.
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Well
What: One of Verdun's top brunch spots, Well has classic breakfasts with a unique spin.
Where: 4567 rue Wellington
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Beauty's Luncheonette
What: Established in 1942, Beauty's has been serving up amazing breakfast to Montrealers for generations.
Where: 93 avenue du Mont-Royal O.
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Pamplemousse Café
What: A friendly atmosphere with delicious coffee and huge portions.
Where: 1251 rue Ontario E.
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L'Avenue
What: A funky spot known for its gourmet breakfasts and delightful atmosphere.
Where: 922 avenue du Mont-Royal E.
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Arthur's Nosh Bar
What: Arthur's is a St-Henri favourite. The long line on weekends is well worth the wait!
Where: 4621 rue Notre-Dame O.
Café Orange
What: An N.D.G. staple that's been serving amazing breakfast for years and years.
Where: 4011 boulevard Decarie
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Janine Café
What: Impeccable food and service on Verdun's bustling Promenade Wellington.
Where: 3900 rue Wellington
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La Petite Marche
What: A bistro-style experience in the Plateau with awesome breakfast.
Where: 5035 rue Saint-Denis
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Régine Café
What: Enjoy a classic breakfast in a small, quirky, and popular Mile-End location.
Where: 1840 rue Beaubien E.
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Engaufrez-vous
What: Made-to-order waffles with a large variety of toppings! What's not to love?
Where: 8 rue Rachel E.
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La Palette Gourmande
What: Delicious breakfast in a classy, upscale atmosphere.
Where: 1486 rue Sherbrooke O.
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Olive & Gourmando
What: Trendy yet unpretentious, Olive & Gourmando is a must-try.
Where: 351 rue Saint-Paul O.
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La Finca
What: Awesome coffee and breakfast in an airy and hip vibe.
Where: 1067 rue de Bleury
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Le Vieux-St. Laurent
What: A go-to greasy spoon breakfast in the Plateau.
Where: 3993 boulevard Saint-Laurent
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larrys
What: A casual French-style café that's super casual and delicious.
Where: 9 avenue Fairmount E
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Bar George
What: An upscale English breakfast experience in an elegant historic site.
Where: 1440 rue Drummond
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Le Passé Composé
What: Delicious breakfast in the Gay Village.
Where: 1310 boulevard de Maisonneuve E.
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Le Cartet
What: French-bistro breakfast experience in a minimalist setting.
Where: 106 rue McGill
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Cosmos
What: N.D.G.'s one and only greasy spoon breakfast diner.
Where: 5843 rue Sherbrooke O.
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Lawrence
What: Refined breakfast using awesome ingredients. A must-try!
Where: 5201 boulevard Saint-Laurent
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Foiegwa
What: Foiegwa puts an elegant twist on the classic diner experience.
Where: 3001 rue Notre-Dame O.
Good morning, Montreal!
