Montreal restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Saint-Laurent Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

amazing spot for date night. every single dish tasted exquisite on the tasting menu. some great and some just fantastic. the price is beyond reasonable for what you get and i definitely recommend the 7 courses. we loved the cocktails as well. the atmosphere is pleasant, very simple and we got a very romantic table (though others look a bit more squished). it was also fairly easy to make a weekend reso. the manager (host?) is also super cool. waitress was nice and so were the food runners. came for our anniversary and they put a candle on the 7th course dessert. had to remove a star from the service though since they forgot our sixth course and went straight to seven and only remedied it when asked.
Zelda - a week ago

Just phenomenal food and service. You can pick a la carte but far the more popular choice is 5 or 8 courses. We tried 5 courses menu and it was enough food. Everything was delicious. My favourite dish was beef tartare with pickle mushrooms - just phenomenal! Definitely will be back.
Artem Valeev - a month ago

We had the five course tasting menu with a non alcoholic pairing and added a couple of side courses. At one point the server forgot to bring the first pairing with the course but made up for it by asking the bartender to create a brand new drink to pair with one of our side dishes. They were very transparent about it being something new and even reassured us that if we did not like it they would prepare something else. I really appreciated that level of creativity and open communication. The food itself was great and overall it was a wonderful experience that felt well worth the price.
Colin Jung - 3 months ago

We had the table d’hôte for lunch, and everything was absolutely delicious! Each dish was refined and perfectly balanced. The service was attentive from start to finish, and the atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed. A wonderful lunch experience!
Patricia Bouchard - a month ago

Absolutely amazing - worth a one star Michelin in my opinion (I have had meals at many 1 star and above that were not as good). Very original / risk taking cuisine - it works for me. Service was outstanding.
E. - 2 weeks ago

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Quick service, I recommend the beef with vegetables. I did not like the porc from the porc and vermicelli dish, it was dry. Huge menu with many options.
Clara Hornsey - 7 months ago

We passed in front of this restaurant quite a few times as we live nearby. we were looking for something different to eat so we decided to give it a try. Actually Lia had already been with some colleagues from her previous employment. The interior decor is quite simple, the menu heavily favours combo options . We decided to go with the crispy chicken and rice as well as the pho. Service was OK. We kind of wish that we felt more welcome. Accessing the restaurant by foot is quite easy. Parking is a different story. if you’re lucky you may find street parking on Saint Catherine St. otherwise there are a few parking lots available in the area.
Discovering Destinations - a year ago

I was highly impressed with the quality of the food. The vietnamese pork chop with white rice was pretty good. The runny fried egg really adds this authentic feel to it. The fried banana was just ok. The service was a little bit slow as the place was packed with customers going in and out at a good pace.
Chuong Nguyen - a year ago

Some of the best Pho I've had in Montreal in a family-style restaurant. Service is excellent, courteous and fast. Appetizers are small, bite-sized, perfect while waiting for your massive soup without wasting your appetite. The Phō broth was not outstanding but good, complex and balanced. The meat toppings were well prepared, I'd recommend the raw beef which was particularly good. I can't believe I ordered desert after all this food, but I didn't regrets it that banana donut was delicious! The neighborhood is not great, but the food is good and the service is great. Would recommend!
Clarisse 001 - 5 years ago

Don’t be fooled by the old wood paneling on the walls reminiscent of what’s you’d see at your grandma’s basement. This place has been here for years and the food is cheap, fast and delicious. We came to eat dinner and after quickly being seated and ordering our food, it didn’t take long for our orders to arrive. The pho broth is flavourful, definitely the draw for people to come back. If you’re looking to satisfy your pho craving and you’re in the neighbourhood... head here. Cheers!
Norma V - 6 years ago

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It’s more than amazing to enjoy such authentic Vietnamese gourmet meal. We had 7 beef courses , anchovy sauce plus fried squid, with a sweet ending of fried banana & chocolate tartufo. Having stellar service, warm family ambience in a modern design restaurant. We enjoyed a lot and definitely will visit again. My pocket-list and is my favorite recommendation !
Chao-Chen Chen - 3 months ago

I have been looking forward to go back since Covid, as it remained close and only started to be open for 3 days a week recently. We had the 7 Beef course set meal and it was better than I remembered. Given the price went up, but generally dining out got expensive due to many factors. If you have not try their specialties 7 beef courses meal, it is a must try next time you come here!!
Cristina Tang - a year ago

It was such an amazing experience to try the 7 course beef, $90/2 persons. We also ordered the grilled calamari, the side sauce was super spicy 🥵
Amber H - a year ago

It's a downtown delight that not only offers a stellar service and chic ambience but also surprises with its reasonable prices. The attentive staff, sporting smiles, made us feel truly welcome. The sommelier ensured our glasses were never empty. The seafood stir fry served on trendy dinnerware was spot on. We loved the stylish, softly lit vibe - it was the perfect backdrop for an intimate evening. It's the perfect spot to enjoy an early dinner before heading to an event in the vicinity.
Alesia Skachkova - 2 years ago

Couldn't recommend it more. Beautiful restaurant serving amazing, authentic food and run by a kind Vietnamese family. A great place to expand your experience with Vietnamese cuisine - try the 7 beef specialty and the chao tom, grilled shrimp wrapped around sugarcane. Everything was super fresh, the meats were cooked perfectly and the flavour was to die for. The traditional components of the dishes e.g. fish sauce and bun (vermicelli) were spot on, while they also put their own stamp on other components. Very reasonable for the quality and level of service.
ash aggarwal - 6 years ago

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Don't be fooled by the name "theatre", it's mainly a cafe during the day and is an excellent place to laptop. If you're roaming in this part of town, this is the best cafe you will find. If you compare it with other cafes across Montreal, it is unique in its association with theatre, mainly improv, which keeps the good vibes flowing. Friendly staff, good lunch food options and coffee.
Emory Shaw - 2 months ago

I took in the improv night with my friend who uses a wheelchair. It was a lot of fun, they have a ramp ready for the main entrance and made every accommodation to make us feel welcome. It's a real gem of a venue with great staff and a fun community.
Solomon Réal - 7 months ago

I was actually going for dinner and passing my this place and found this vibrant place! I stopped by as was curious to find out about this place and understood that there’s a improv play in the next 10 mins. I seemed interesting and decided to stay back( cancelled dinner plans) and must say it was fun experience! The improv artists were amazing with great acting( improv) ..I got to meet some artists( who do this part time/ hobby) and very humble and talented bunch of people.. Cafe was nice too with good options and some great cocktails too.. Highly recommended to visit for the overall package - plays/ performances/people and cafe.. excellent vibes ..
Sumit khanna - a year ago

This place is an endless source of meaningful, artistic, academic, inspiring, important, and entertaining entertainment. Venue is cozy and comfortable. Staff is awesome. 10 out of 10
Cristo Dicastro - 2 months ago

Such a nice place to hang out and meet new people (mostly anglos). Went for the Sunday Improv workshop and show. Great crowd, fun place to be.
Arielle - 4 months ago

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No pool tables, but damn good hot dogs! Cash only — they’ll take U.S. dollars at a 1:1 exchange rate, so you’re better off paying in Canadian. The menu is simple and classic: choose between cucumber relish, mustard, or sauerkraut. Ketchup? It’s self-serve on the counter once you get your order. But the real surprise? The buns — soft, chewy, and perfectly steamed — they might be even better than the dogs themselves. A no-frills gem that delivers exactly what it promises.
Mike Bergin - 5 months ago

Hot dogs were very moist and went well with the toppings and bun. Poutine was also really good. Great value for how much food was given. Service was also extremely friendly as well.
Matthew Jones - 5 months ago

Poutine - really good. perfect on the curds and gravy (has a bit of kick which I liked) but fries are bigger than what I would like. Much better than what I’ve had so def recommend. Steamies were disappointing - dogs were small and toppings lacked flavour. Lacks atmosphere - very bland and not clean. Quick in and out.
Kartiki Bhatnagar - 3 weeks ago

A Montreal classic. Love the steamed hot dogs! Fries were crispy. Amazing for some drunken food. Excellent service. This place has been around for years! Nice to see all the old pictures on the wall.
Xin Jia Wang - 7 months ago

Wanted to try Montreal's second oldest restaurant for a long time. Went in around 4pm on a Tuesday and only 5 people there. Service was very fast. Had two Steamy dogs, fries and a Diet Coke. I feel like that cost me 15$ including a small tip. Had the all dressed which is mustard, relish and cole slaw. The fries were 10/10. The dogs 5/10. Very light on the mustard and relish. The slaw wasn't really slaw, just cabbage with maybe a little vinegar, salt and sugar. Made the dogs bitter. My issue here is the hygiene. The dogs are being plucked out of the steamer with bare hands. Then the hands are handling money and a cell phone. Lord knows what else was being fondled. I don't think I can go back for this reason.
Shayne Corson - 2 months ago

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We had a pleasant experience overall. The white wine was nice, and the portions were impressively large. The food itself was fresh and absolutely incredible — definitely the highlight of the night. That said, there were a few things that could be improved. Our waitress disappeared for about 10–15 minutes to chat with friends, and it took around 25–30 minutes before anyone took our order. Thankfully, we weren't in a rush, so it didn’t ruin the experience. The layout could also use some work — tables felt randomly placed, and the restroom was located all the way down a long hallway, quite far from the main dining area. Still, the food made up for it, and I’d come back for the taste alone. ❤️❤️
_susan_2.0 - 4 months ago

Sister treated me to this lovely restaurant Great service and wonderful meal My sister had the trout fish and soup I had the duck and soup
Debra Hong - 2 months ago

Absolutely delicious! We took the mouth-watering duck wonton, jerk chicken and bavette de boeuf. All were done to perfection and filled with flavour. We also tried the three desserts and did not regret it! Friendly staff and lovely atmosphere.
Caro K - 2 years ago

Have only been in Montreal 4 days but eating out every day and to be honest til this restaurant have been disappointed by bland offerings, especially the vegetarian options. However the meal we had here was great. Delicious fresh salads with tasty dressing and penne with ricotta and Gorgonzola was super tasty. Portion size is also generous and the staff, though very overworked when we were there, are friendly and helpful. They could do with one more waiting on staff. Other than that, great food that is highly recommend.
Paula Green - 6 months ago

Loved this place; amazing decor. The food delicious 😋 had the guacamole and nachos to start. The main course, saumon estragon, yummy and fresh 😁 great service 🤠 the menu super interesting 👍
Greg Kokjian - 3 years ago

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Didn’t even know they made breakfast!!! Walked in, quick and friendly service. Will definitely go back!
Matthew .B - 2 months ago

Large portions, and food was good. But the best part was the service, the team is pretty quick, efficient, and friendly. I would definitely visit again if I’m in the area.
Arif Khan - 6 months ago

Decent shawarma, but at the time, I didn't find it above the rest of decent and passable shawarmas. Portion was average to small. Could've used more meat. Staff was helpful.
Eunice Ioannou - 4 months ago

I have been visiting the place over the years never disappointed me once, love Boustan!!! Will definitely recommend, always happy with this place😍🥰 These Potatoes with garlic sauce are the best in this entire world 🌎 😄
spandana sama - 4 months ago

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Cheese was mediocre, gravy was okay but too overpowering, not that much meats. Overall disappointing, better poutine options even inside le central.
Norman C - 5 months ago

The fries tasted bad in my opinion. Gravy was quite flavourless. But the cheese curds were soooo good and good amount. We got the Bacon Mac and Cheese - bacon was great and the mac and cheese bites were fun but didn’t have much flavour either. Price was quite high for the amount of food
Kara L - 6 months ago

Food was okay. But for 45 dollars after tip, I should have gone to Harvey's. 1 trio and a chicken burger shouldn't be this pricy. The breaded chicken for the chicken burger was so thin. It looked like it was bought from the frozen section of a grocery store. I do approve of their french fries. It's crispy and well fried. Their cheeseburger was nothing special. For the atmosphere, we had several house flies buzzing about.
Rayray - a year ago

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Had an amazing supper here. Real authentic food. The chef himself came out and had a talk. Do try the Dal makhni (its slow cooked over 9 hours) and lacha parantha. The drinks were amazing too! Thank you for making our supper amazing! Really loved the patiala sunrise as well! do try it!
Piyush Logani - a week ago

My friends and I love to try a new restaurant each month, and we chose Darbar as our pick for October. Let me tell you it didn't disappoint. Not only did each dish surpass our expectations, it was so nice to hear the back stories of each dish from Chef Simar himself. And the ambiance was absolutely delicious! And the cutie photo of his parents on the take-out box, so wholesome. We ordered: - Murgh Tikka Masala - Murgh Tandoori - Agneau Nihari - Crevette Korma - Saag Paneer - Garlic Naan - Riz pulao - Samosay Pakoray - Murgh Malai - Gulab Jamuun - Rasmalai - 2x bottles of white wine Total was $64 per person, for 5 ppl!
Queenie See - a month ago

We had an incredible plant-based Indian feast at @darbarmtl restaurant last Sunday with my foodies group. This place is a true gem 😍 Service was warm and attentive; The decor was beautiful. Everyone in our group was impressed at Chef Simar's ability to adapt practically any thing we chose from the menu and created the most delicious vegan versions of traditional Indian dishes. It's refreshing to see a chef who's passionate about his creations, and exhibits such openness and flexibility to adapt his menu for plant-based customers.🌱💚 Can't wait to go back for more amazing food!
An Pham - 2 months ago

An amazing experience- from the friendly and attentive staff to the superb food, we couldn’t have asked for me. The restaurant was cozy, casual and felt local. The main event- wow wow- the food was incredible. Samir, the head chef, was great as explaining and recommending dishes, you can tell he’s passionate about his craft. Everything we tried was 10/10.
Cesar Mendez - 4 months ago

We had the most incredible meal at Darbar last night. We are on holidays from Ireland and Darbar was highly recommended to us in Toronto and it certainly lived up to our expectations and more!! We were welcomed by Simar, the chef & owner, and he took time to chat with us about our preferences, spice, proteins etc. He went on to recommend dishes for each of us and they were all amazing. We had Lamb Saag, Shrimp Korma & Chicken Rogan Josh. The intensity of flavour in the sauces was spectacular. Simar checked back a few times to ensure everything ok with our meal. The Naan bread was really delicious and crispy too. We ordered cocktails and they were unusual and fantastic in equal measure!! A few Cobras with our meal and the 3 of us were full and satisfied!! Thanks to our waiter Prée who was very friendly, warm & helpful. Overall we had a fantastic experience at Darbar. It was the best Indian meal we've eaten and the whole experience was very special from start to finish. Thanks a million Simar & team Darbar - you run a great show and you deserve all the luck in the world. 🍀
Denise Ward - 7 months ago

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Best Pizza. Best Pasta, Best warm restaurant ambience and atmosphere in Montreal. Must come and enjoy . The owner and staff is amazing.
Leopoldo Partidas - 3 weeks ago

Sunday, August 17, Montreal feels like autumn already at just 17°C. The perfect excuse to warm up at Da Giovanni, a true local institution since 1954. Known for its generous pasta plates and no-frills pizzas, this Sainte-Catherine Street spot has long been a go-to for families, students, and anyone craving old-school Italian comfort. Today’s choice: spaghetti covered in their classic tomato sauce, topped with a giant meatball. Simple, hearty, and exactly what the chilly day calls for.
Duc C. Nguyên - 3 months ago

My husband and I recently visited this restaurant and, while the service was good, the food left a lot to be desired. We ordered the Parmigiana meal and a pepperoni pizza, but unfortunately, neither dish impressed us. The portions were generous, but the quality didn’t match. The pizza was just average—nothing particularly memorable. The Parmigiana however, was quite disappointing. It was extremely thin, greasy, and lacked the comforting, hearty texture you’d expect. I ended up eating just the pasta that came with it, which says a lot. Overall, despite the friendly service, the food simply didn’t deliver, and I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant based on our experience.
Indira Sampaio - 9 months ago

Love this restaurant very much, kept the same recipe and perfect flavour. The portions are large and good price . Great place if you want to spend time with your family or a friend.
Nastya Os - 4 months ago

My parents used to take me here when I was a little girl. While the food is still good, something about the atmosphere just isn’t the same since they moved. It used to feel like walking into a big family dinner, with warmth, energy, and that old-school Italian charm. I remember the cook in the windows making sauces and spaghetti for all the passersby to see! It was so unique. Now, it feels a little too polished, a little too impersonal—with the TV screens and the decor that’s just like every other restaurant. It’s lost the essence of what made it special. Another disappointment was the misleading website. The pictures show pizzas that aren’t even on the menu, which was frustrating when we sat down expecting to order something that simply wasn’t available. It left the impression that either the menu had been changed without updating the site, or the images were just for show. Don’t call it a Margherita pizza when it isn’t. Overall, if you’re just here for a meal, the food still delivers. But if you’re looking for that nostalgic Da Giovanni experience, you might leave feeling like something’s missing.
cornwall seeker - 8 months ago

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