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A celebrity chef is taking over Montreal's old Archambault building with his first café

One of Montreal's most recognizable corners is about to look a little different. The former Archambault building at Berri and Sainte-Catherine, which shut its doors in 2021 after more than a century in business, is getting a new tenant, and a big name is behind it.

According to a report from Narcity Quebec, Montreal celebrity chef Laurent Dagenais, known for his huge social media following and new South Shore restaurant Limousine, is opening his first café downtown. The project is called Maison BaultBerri, acting as a nod to the old Archambault name and its location on Berri Street.

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Cheap eats: 9 delicious Montreal restaurants you can still chow down at for $10 or less

Finding a decent meal at a Montreal restaurant for under ten bucks feels almost mythical these days.

Rent is up, grocery prices are up, and even your standard street pizza slice is creeping past the $5 mark. But the city still has a handful of places where a ten-dollar bill actually gets you fed (and satisfied).

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Montreal has 9 of Canada's 'best new restaurants' & one hosted Trudeau & Katy Perry's date

Montreal's dining scene just earned serious bragging rights.

Air Canada just released the finalists for its Best New Restaurants 2025 list, and our city is on full display. Every year, anonymous experts visit and evaluate new restaurants across the country, weighing everything from food quality and creativity to service and cultural impact, making it one of the country's most respected food rankings.

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A Montreal burger joint was just crowned Canada's best after beating out hundreds of others

Burger Week 2025 has officially wrapped, and Montreal has every reason to brag. After a week of stacked patties, wild toppings, and 374 restaurants competing from coast to coast, the crown for Canada's best burger didn't land in Toronto or Vancouver — it stayed right here in Quebec.

One downtown joint rose above the rest, taking home the top prize in national customer voting and officially cementing itself as a heavyweight in the country's burger scene. Patty Slaps, a newcomer on the Montreal restaurant scene, walked away as Canada's burger champ, and for good reason.

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Montreal has a secret speakeasy bar that literally looks like the inside of a volcano

Going for a drink in Montreal rarely means just grabbing a drink. That's because the city has a knack for transforming a simple night out into something theatrical, with plenty of hidden speakeasies, swanky lounges, and themed rooms that feel like movie sets.

The newest addition to that roster is Mona Loa, a Polynesian volcano-themed tavern tucked into the heart of downtown. With its lava-lit walls and cave-like design, it might just be the city's most ambitious bar concept yet.

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This Montreal restaurant spins while you eat & the 360° sunset views are breathtaking

Montreal's food scene has plenty of restaurants that'll make your head spin, but only one that does it for real.

At first glance, Portus 360 looks like another sleek spot perched high above downtown. But spend a little time inside and you’ll notice something unusual happening: the entire dining room is moving.

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​This Japanese restaurant in Montreal will transport you to the neon-lit streets of Tokyo​

If you've been daydreaming about wandering through neon-lit alleyways, sipping sake, and snacking on share plates in Tokyo — but your budget won't stretch to an international trip — you're in luck. There's a restaurant in Montreal that'll give you the full izakaya experience, no long-haul flight required.

Tucked into the Quartier des Spectacles, Iru Izakaya is a vibrant Japanese brasserie that feels straight out of Shinjuku. It's a love letter to the hustle, neon glow and communal spirit of Japan's late-night pub culture — and it's exactly where you want to be when Montreal's grey streets start to feel a little too familiar.

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This cozy Montreal restaurant serves all-you-can-eat steak and fries for just $44 every week

If your idea of a perfect evening involves a cozy corner, a glass of wine, and food that makes you close your eyes after every bite, there's a restaurant in Old Montreal that'll steal your heart... without stealing your entire paycheque!

Nestled along the charming, cobblestoned streets of Saint-Paul Street East, Maison Saint-Paul is a hidden gem Montreal restaurant that's keeping one of the city's best-kept secrets: all-you-can-eat steak for under $50.

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This charming Montreal restaurant will transport you straight to Italy — no flight required

If you've been daydreaming about sipping wine and sampling pasta under the Tuscan sun, but your budget can't stretch to a plane ticket to Italy, don't worry. There's a hidden gem restaurant in Montreal that'll transport you to Europe — no international flight required!

Tucked in the heart of downtown, Il Cortile (The Courtyard) is one of Montreal's best-kept secrets. A charming courtyard restaurant that feels like a Roman holiday in the middle of the metropolis, it's perfect for a one-night-only vacation.

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I tried to find the cheapest poutine in Montreal — Here's where to get it for under $9

Poutine is one of the first things people think of when they think of Canada—especially Quebec and especially Montreal. It's our beef and potatoes, so to speak.

Locals enjoy it, but because of poutine’s icon status, it's exceedingly popular among tourists, too, and touristy eats can get pricey. I'm a cheapskate, but I still want to enjoy the occasional serving of fries, curds, and gravy. So, I set out on a quest to find Montreal's cheapest poutine.

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Montrealers revealed their favourite 'hidden gem' restaurants tourists don't know about

Unless you've been living under a rock, you probably already know that Montreal is full of fantastic restaurants.

From internationally acclaimed kitchens to local neighbourhood favourites, the city has no shortage of great food. But not every spot makes it onto a travel guide or TikTok itinerary for out-of-towners.

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I tried Costco's Montreal smoked meat sandwich and it's not what I expected

Costco might be known for bulk deals and bargain groceries, but the food court is its own reward after a long haul through the aisles.

In a recent article, MTL Blog crunched the numbers to show just how much cheaper a basic grocery trip can be at Costco compared to other Quebec chains. And while the savings are real, plenty of shoppers make sure to stick around for the cheap eats.

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