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montreal grocery stores

mapaq fines

This Montreal supermarket was just fined over $4,000 by MAPAQ for food safety violations

A supermarket in Saint-Laurent has been fined more than $4,000 after Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) flagged multiple violations of provincial food safety rules.

According to records published on September 12, Marché Lian Tai, located at 1993 Boulevard Marcel-Laurin, was found guilty of two separate infractions.

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cost of living

We compared meat prices at different Montreal grocery stores & the difference is shocking

As the cost of living keeps climbing in Montreal, nowhere is it felt more directly than at the grocery store checkout

Over the past few months, MTL Blog has been comparing what everyday essentials cost at Quebec's biggest grocery chains — from a full basket of staples to head-to-head battles between Walmart, Costco, and local grocers.

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montreal restaurants

14 satisfying meals you can still get in Montreal for less than $10, according to locals

You probably don't need us to tell you that $10 doesn't go very far these days, especially in a foodie city like Montreal, where even a latte and muffin can blow past that budget.

But it turns out there are still a few places where a ten-dollar bill can buy you a satisfying meal. But you have to know where to look.

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open and closed in montreal

Here's what's open and closed in Montreal during Easter weekend 2025

Easter weekend is just around the corner — and if you've been holding off on chocolate (or wine) since Lent, the finish line is in sight. But before you dive into holiday mode, keep in mind that Easter also brings closures and schedule changes across Montreal.

Whether you're planning a Good Friday (April 18) hangout or trying to squeeze in errands on Easter Monday (April 21), it's worth knowing what's open, closed, or operating on reduced hours throughout the weekend.

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The Loblaws boycott has Montrealers sharing the cheapest grocery stores (and more hot tips)

The beginning of May typically signals blooming flowers and open terrasses. But for some Montrealers this year, it also means it's time to boycott Loblaws. This includes subsidiaries you're probably familiar with. Heard of Maxi, Provigo or Pharmaprix?

Between the bread price-fixing scandal and pandemic pay cuts, contempt for Loblaw Companies Ltd. and its president Galen Weston Jr. is nothing new. The company and its leadership have been accused of everything from COVID-19 profiteering to "greedflation," price gouging, dumb deals and more — all while profits soar and executives line their pockets.

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food recalls

A hummus brand sold at this popular Montreal grocery store has been recalled

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled a hummus product sold at a popular Montreal grocery store. The affected items were also sold at the grocer's locations throughout Quebec and Ontario.

The class three recall was published on March 28, 2024, following CFIA test results in collaboration with Groupe Manufacturier Metro Inc.

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quebec grocery stores

This Quebec grocery store is offering $24 of produce for just $8 — here’s how to get it

Food prices in Canada are continuing to soar, with many residents looking for ways to save on their grocery bills. While there's no online app to bring down the cost of living in Canada, there is one that can score you cheaper fruits and vegetables on your next grocery run.

For Quebecers looking to save money on fresh produce, the Too Good To Go app has partnered with Metro grocery stores to help local shoppers save a bit more on their food bill all while reducing food waste.

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A Popular Asian Grocery Store Opened Its First Montreal Location

Montreal is home to countless specialty grocery stores that offer some must-try dishes and products you won't be able to find at just any grocery store in Montreal.

Well, among the many must-try spots to shop at, a new store called Btrust Supermarket is joining the roster of Asian grocery stores in Montreal. The Asian supermarket chain originated in Ontario, with locations in both Toronto and Mississauga.

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​I Tried Cheap Instant Noodles From Canadian Grocery Stores & 1 Brand Makes The Best Budget Meal

In a foodie world where convenience often wins over fancy dining, instant noodles have become a lifeline for many, especially with the rising cost of groceries.

Instant ramen is notorious for being a no-fuss, budget-friendly choice for when you're after a quick and filling meal. From dorm room dinners to late-night cravings, there's no denying that these trusty pantry staples have been our go-to for it all. But with grocery store shelves packed with countless instant noodle options, how do you separate the good ones from the soggy and stale disappointments?

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This Hidden Montreal Grocery Store Has Sweet Deals, Costco-Like Sizes & A Huge Cheese Section

Aubut might just be Montreal's best grocery store.

Though it's easily overlooked. Its single Montreal location sits tucked between CN tracks and rue Saint-Ambroise in one of the last underdeveloped pockets of gentrifying Saint-Henri. The area's towering heritage industrial towers literally overshadow the squat warehouse. And it's uninviting; pedestrians have to brave a walk through a sidewalkless parking lot past loading docks and windowless brick walls just to get to the nondescript entrance.

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Montreal's First T&T Asian Grocery Store Is Now Open & It's Freakin Ginormous

Almost exactly one year after T&T first announced it was coming to the city, T&T Montreal has opened to the public. It's the Canadian Asian grocery chain's first location in Quebec and the largest by area in the country.

T&T CEO Tina Lee has promised a wide range of enticing products and store features, including a "row of fish tanks that have enough water in them to fill your backyard swimming pool;" a snack aisle with scallop, salted egg yolk, and wasabi-flavoured chips; ready-to-eat hot food stations; and a bakery with cakes Lee says are "less sweet than the typical supermarket cake."

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6 Of Montreal's Most Specific Specialty Snack Stores & Where To Find Them

With the addition of Montreal's first T&T, fans of specialty grocery stores have plenty to look forward to. It's not like the city has had any shortage of limited-edition, imported and downright fascinating food products, whether at local groceries or dedicated dépanneurs. Here are six of Montreal's most specially-stocked stores, not in any particular order.

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