East of Montreal... This is where part of this city’s history was made. Masson, Ste-Catherine and Ontario are some of the streets that were populated by the workers who made this city what it is today. They are now home to great restaurants and bars. The MTL à TABLE event will be celebrated from October 29 to November 8. To make a reservation, select a restaurant and tap the "Book a Table Now" or "Call Restaurant" button.
Located right at the heart of Montréal's bubbly and dynamic Hochelaga-Maisonneuve neighbourhood, Le Valois offers unique brasserie creations inspired by local produce and French history. Under the guidance of chef Denis Peyrat, the restaurant offers specialties like foie gras, tartare, and smoked fish. Group menus are available, as are 10 wines by the glass and a vast selection of privately imported bottles. The décor impresses with a cherrywood interior, colourful stained glass, and Parisian bistro flair. Meanwhile, the large outdoor patio overlooks the scenic Place Simon-Valois.
In a retro-futuristic setting worthy of a Jules Verne novel, Chez Ma Grosse Truie Chérie delights foodies with dishes prepared exclusively with Québec produce, including pork, beef, salmon, oysters and mussels. Some menu items in particular, like salmon, pork chops and ribs, are applewood-smoked on site. The wine list offers selections from Québec vineyards as well as private imports. A courteous and attentive staff welcomes guests with several rooms that can accommodate groups, families, and one-on-one gatherings. The restaurant also has a pleasant inner courtyard that can be heated during the fall.
The young owner and chef of restaurant Carte Blanche, André Loiseau, greets his guests with genuine fine cuisine made with the freshest local products. The elegant ambiance, courteous service and wine list offering a selection of private imports are much appreciated by the clientele. Carte Blanche was the Regional Award winner at the 2008 Québec Tourism Awards, and André Loiseau received the 2010 Regional Chef Award from the Société des Chefs, Cuisiniers et Pâtissiers du Québec.
Solidly established in an area less frequented by tourists, Au Petit Extra has an identity all its own. For over 30 years now, the friendly bistro adjacent to the Cabaret du Lion d’Or has been defined by its urban vibe and French cuisine – classic and affordable – that have for a long time earned widespread acclaim from an eclectic clientele.
Chez Chose offers a menu that varies daily according to seasons and shipments of produce. The restaurant's owners prepare and serve high quality dishes in a relaxed, warm and familial setting.
Located in the old Angus Shops firehouse, Labarake is a family-friendly neighborhood restaurant offering a menu of local favourites that includes calamari, foie gras, fish and chips, steak tartare, beef burger, and risotto. Banquettes, booths, high ceilings and brick walls round out the cozy bistro atmosphere.