Laura Osborne

MISE À JOUR novembre 2025 : D’une promenade dans les quartiers les plus cool du monde à la recherche des meilleurs nouveaux restaurants en ville, cette liste couvre tout ce qu’il y a de plus excitant à faire en ville. Que vous cherchiez les plus belles randonnées à Montréal et aux alentours (ou où dénicher les bars les plus inclusifs et animés), la métropole regorge d’activités incroyables et souvent gratuites, surtout à l'hiver. Découvrez les meilleurs endroits où séjourner, où manger tard le soir, ou encore les activités les plus adaptées aux familles. Comment nous choisissons les meilleures choses à faire à Montréal ? Les éditeurs de Time Out parcourent Montréal d’un bout à l’autre pour dénicher les activités les plus cool, les endroits les plus délicieux où manger et les événements les plus impressionnants à voir. Ensuite, nous sélectionnons uniquement les expériences incontournables pour établir cette liste chaque mois. Ce tour d'horizon incontournable des incontournables de Montréal est votre liste de choses à faire, que vous soyez touriste ou local : des meilleurs restaurants aux musées les plus éblouissants - il rassemble les activités les plus remarquables dans l'une des meilleures villes du monde. Pour un aperçu rapide de Montréal : Visiter le Vieux-Montréal historiqueExplorer la Basilique Notre-DameProfiter de la nature au parc du Mont-RoyalDécouvrir la culture vibrante de la ville au marché Jean-TalonVisiter les meilleurs musées, comme le Musée des beaux-arts de

Les hivers en ville ne doivent pas nous empêcher de profiter de toutes sortes d'activités. Qu'il s'agisse d'excellentes options de ski à proximité de la ville, de patinage ou de profiter du spot le plus Instagrammable de la ville, il y a beaucoup de choses à apprécier pendant la saison froide. Il y a du ski de fond sur l'île même, et les pistes de ski ne manquent pas au-delà des limites de la ville, quelle que soit la direction que vous prenez.  RECOMMANDÉ : Guide complet des meilleures choses à faire à MontréalOù patiner à Montréal

Last updated November 25, 2025: From a stroll through the world's coolest neighbourhoods to some of the holiday's best winter vibes, this list has you covered when it comes to the most kick-ass things happening across the city. Whether you're looking for the most spectacular hikes in and around Montreal (or where to find its most secret bars), this town is full of amazing and free things to do—especially during the winter. Explore the best places to stay, where to find late-night eats or simply the best family-friendly activites. How we choose the best things to do in Montreal: Time Out editors hit the streets of Montreal from one end of the city to the other looking for the coolest things to do, the most delicious places to eat and the most impressive events to see. Next step: we then pick only the very best things to do to make it to this list each month. This essential round-up of Montreal musts is your to-do list whether you're a tourist or a local: from the best bars and speakeasies to the most stellar free museums, this epic guide to Montreal rounds up the most outstanding things to do across the city. Quick picks: The best things to do in Montreal at a glance Visit historic Old Montreal Explore the Notre-Dame Basilica Soak up the natural beauty of Mount Royal Park Experiencing the city's vibrant culture at the Jean-Talon Market Check out the city's best museums like the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Discover the Biodôme, Botanical Garden, and the Underground City No

From lip-smacking hometown favourites to award-winners and rising stars, the first 6 chefs and restaurateurs tapped for Time Out Market Vancouver’s curated lineup have just been unveiled—and they’re seriously impressive (killer Vietnamese street food and Royal Thai cuisine with innovative twists included). Opening Spring 2026, the Market is a guaranteed go-to gourmet and cultural destination. But don't just take our word for it. Hungry for more? Follow us on Instagram and Facebook.RECOMMENDED:Ultimate guide to Time Out Market VancouverThis Vancouver street has been named one of the coolest worldwide

Montreal’s neighbourhoods (home to one of the world's coolest streets) each have their own vibe—together, they create the city’s eclectic charm. Explore the city’s best neighborhoods for locals, and essential places where visitors can stay—including Plateau-Mont-Royal, recently ranked one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world—right here in this guide. Montreal has a big presence when it comes to culture, community, and character—and if you need proof, just look at the sheer wealth of some of the best things to do in Montreal alongside stellar experiences in the city’s best restaurants and best bars. Better yet, we're home to one of the world's coolest streets. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal50 best restaurants in Montreal right nowTop Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

Les meilleurs quartiers de la ville pour les locaux—et les endroits essentiels où les visiteurs peuvent séjourner—sont tous dans ce guide, y compris Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, récemment classé parmi les quartiers les plus cools du monde. Montréal est très présente lorsqu'il s'agit de culture, de communauté et de caractère - et si vous avez besoin d'une preuve, il suffit de regarder la richesse des festivals de Montréal, certaines des meilleures choses à faire à Montréal, ainsi que les expériences exceptionnelles dans les meilleurs bars et restaurants de la ville.  RECOMMANDÉ :Guide complet quoi faire à Montréal50 meilleurs restaurants à Montréal en ce moment59 meilleurs bars de Montréal

We've taken the stress out of dating for you. Finding date ideas that don't feel like a forced gesture out of Love, Actually can sometimes be an actual challenge. Luckily in Montreal you're spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do when you've got romance in mind. Whether you’re looking for one of the best romantic restaurants, or one of the best Montreal attractions to set the mood before a make out sesh or to grab a casual coffee in the most romantic café in town, we’ve compiled a top-notch list of places to try. From the best restaurants in the city, to the best bars—and some stellar cheap eats in between—let us play wingman. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in MontrealMost romantic restaurants in MontrealBest speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal

Montreal is an incredible city thanks to all the epic things to do, but sometimes you just need to get out of town—especially during the summer when you are looking for lakeside retreats (check out this bucket list hotel just outside of Montreal that ranked number one in Canada). Whether you're looking for hiking, or something more far flung, here are the best options (ranked by shortest to longest distance from the city) that are all totally doable. If you need a quicker fix, explore a day trip, kick back in one of the city's glorious parks, or book a luxury staycation. RECOMMENDED:Ultimate guide to the best things to do in Montreal right nowBest hiking and parks in and around MontrealBest Airbnb cabins near Montreal

MISE À JOUR, septembre 2025 : Quels sont les meilleurs restaurants de Montréal en ce moment ? Avec l’arrivée du Guide Michelin pour la première fois dans la ville, la gastronomie montréalaise n’a jamais été aussi effervescente. Bienvenue dans la sélection soigneusement élaborée par Time Out des meilleurs restaurants de Montréal, offrant actuellement les plats les plus délicieux de la ville, servis avec une expertise inégalée. Voici notre liste des adresses à essayer absolument : restaurants étoilés, nouvelles tables branchées et spots qui font parler d’eux. RECOMMANDÉ :Les restaurants les plus romantiques de Montréal du momentLes meilleurs nouveaux restaurants de Montréal

UPDATE, September 2025: Welcome to Time Out's handpicked selection of the best restaurants in Montreal, home to the new Michelin-starred restaurants. This list is intended to put your finger on Montreal's pulse—it's all about what's best at the moment, whether it's the hottest new restaurant, a weekend brunch, something iconic, or a stellar cheap eats; these are the places you'll want to eat at again and again and again. RECOMMENDED:Most romantic restaurants in Montreal right nowMichelin star-calibre restaurants in Montreal

For the past eight years, we’ve made it our mission to scope out the coolest pockets of the world’s greatest cities in order to create our definitive annual ranking. The places where stuff like nightlife, art, culture, and affordable food and drink can be found on every corner and down every backstreet. Where diversity is championed and independent businesses thrive, from old-school boltholes to the newest avant-garde art space. Put simply, the world’s coolest neighbourhoods are places that represent the soul of our cities, while maintaining their own unique local character that draws people in to live, work and play. So, what are the neighbourhoods that fit the bill this year? To find out, we asked our network of writers and editors across a breadth of cities to nominate the vibiest district in their hometown right now. We then ranked every neighbourhood against criteria including culture, community, liveability, nightlife, food and drink, street life and that hard-to-define sense of ‘nowness’.  On our list this year, you’ll find everything from homely, village-like enclaves with tight-knit communities to revitalised city-centre hubs and formerly dormant, industrial areas transformed into creative districts. Many are underrated spots that sit in the shadow of their commercialised counterparts; others have become unexpected culinary hotspots or magnets for the city’s artists, writers and activists. What they all have in common is a DIY spirit – and an unshakeable proclivity f

Look up: it’s a next-level restaurant! With Montreal’s celebration of al fresco experiences (from picnics to local beach hangouts to hiking spots to explore in any season), it’s only natural that we have an impressive crop of rooftop restaurants. They’re the perfect place to go when you want to feel the retreat and repose of an outdoor setting, but you also want to feel a little bit like God. Because there’s something innately grand about peering down from above! So cheers, let’s raise a glass to the best high fallutin’ rooftop terrasses, cafés, bars and restaurants to get food—and a bird’s eye view—in Montreal. RECOMMENDED:50 best restaurants in Montreal right nowBest rooftop bars in MontrealBest downtown Montreal restaurants

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, provolone, porchetta, carmelized onions, hot peppers, eggplants, coleslaw Porchetta and RapiniSpicy mayo, provolone, porchetta, rapini Cutlet 2.0Mayo, bomba, chicken cutlet, provolone, pickles, giardiniera, lettuce, tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette CutletMayo, provolone, chicken cutlet, hot peppers, eggplants, coleslaw MeatballBasil, oil, mozzarella, burrata meatballs, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers Cheese SteakSteak, cheese blend, cherry peppers SausageAioli, provolone, sausage, hot peppers, eggplants, carmelized onions, coleslaw Sausage and PeppersSpicy mayo, provolone, roasted red peppers, carmelized onions, coleslaw Sausage and RapiniOlive oil, provolone, sausage, hot peppers, rapini Eggplant ParmBasil oil, burrata, fried eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers Chicken ParmBasil oil, mozzarella, chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, parmesan, hot peppers, rapini Steak and PepperoniSteak, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, OG sauce Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic reduction, olive oil, salami, capicollo, prosciutto, mortad

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, Provolone, Porchetta, Caramelized Onions, Hot Peppers, Eggplants, Coleslaw Cutlet 2.0Mayo, Bomba, Chicken Cutlet, Provolone, Pickles, Giardiniera, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette Chicken Parmesan and RapiniBasil Oil, Mozzarella, Chicken Cutlet, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers, Rapini Eggplant ParmesanBasil Oil, Burrata, Fried Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic Reduction, Olive Oil, Salami, Capicollo, Mortadella, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Provolone, Hot Peppers, Marinated Eggplant, Lettuce, O.G. House Vinaigrette DiavoloAioli, Bomba, Giardiniera, Salami, Calabrese, Capicollo, Fontino, Provolone, Banana Peppers, Marinated Red Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette ClassicoOlive Oil, Pistachio Mortadella, Sliced Lemon, Burrata, Arugula CapreseBasil Oil, Arugula, Tomato, Burrata, Balsamic Reduction Salads Fennel and Arugula CaesarFennel, Arugula, Bacon, Croutons, Parmesan, Lemon, Caesar Vinaigrette House Salad(s)Mixed Lettuce, Cucumber, Red Onion, Tomato, Croutons

Montréal se prépare à un froid intense alors qu’une poussée arctique souffle sur le sud du Québec. Selon un rapport de MetroMedia, une fois les flocons passés, une vague de froid s’installera — un froid digne de janvier plus que de décembre. Jeudi matin mérite une attention particulière, car les températures pourraient chuter drastiquement.  Montréal ne sera pas épargnée, avec un ressenti pouvant atteindre –15°C jeudi après-midi. À Val-d’Or, le ressenti pourrait plonger jusqu’à –32°C jeudi matin. Photograph: Shutterstock À lire aussi : Montréal aura-t-elle un Noël blanc ? Un vortex polaire devrait ramener à Montréal un hiver d’antan — et ce n’est pas tout. Photograph: Joy Real / Unsplash À RECOMMANDER : Les Québécois doivent s’attendre cet hiver à des refroidissements éoliens dangereux et à de longues vagues de froid intense Les skieurs, randonneurs et amateurs de neige se réjouiront. Les températures devraient rester sous la normale jusqu’à bien en janvier, bien que la seconde moitié de l’hiver puisse apporter des conditions plus variables et une possible période de temps plus doux. Alors que le courant de tempêtes actif maintiendra les précipitations et les chutes de neige près ou au-dessus de la normale, les régions du sud pourraient connaître quelques tempêtes délicates avec un risque de verglas et parfois de pluie, surtout vers la fin de la saison. NOUS RECOMMANDONS :Le guide complet de quoi faire à Montréal

Montreal is bracing for biting cold as an Arctic blast blows into Southern Quebec. According to a report by MetroMedia, once the snow flurries clear, a bitter blast of cold will move in—more like January weather than anything December should bring. Thursday morning gets a special shout out as temperatures could plummet. Montreal won’t escape the biting cold, with wind chills reaching –15°C Thursday afternoon in the city.  In Val-d’Or, wind chills could plunge to –32°C Thursday morning. Photograph: Shutterstock Read more: Will Montreal have a white Christmas? A polar vortex is set to bring a winter of yesteryear to Montreal—and that’s not all. Photograph: Joy Real / Unsplash RECOMMENDED: Will winter 2025 be cold in Montreal? Skiers, hikers, and snow-lovers will rejoice: below-normal temperatures and an active storm track promise near- or above-average snowfall, with a colder start and more wintry weather through December than in recent years. Temperatures are expected to stay below average well into January, though the latter half of winter could bring more variable conditions and a possible stretch of milder weather. While the active storm track will keep precipitation and snowfall near or above normal, southern regions may see a few tricky storms with a risk of ice and occasional rain, especially later in the season. RECOMMENDED:Full guide to the best things to do in Montreal    

Magret de canard grillé avec une sauce aux épices des Fêtes et à l’orange, servi sur une purée de pommes de terre incroyablement crémeuse ? Une pizza pleine de saveurs avec pesto aux tomates séchées et aux amandes, fromage fondant, épinards tendres, une touche de piment, du persil frais et une pointe de citron ? Ou un latte luxueux composé d’un double espresso corsé, de lait crémeux, de pâte de speculoos gourmande et d’un tourbillon décadent de crème fouettée ? Que ce soit pour un dîner festif à deux, un déjeuner rapide entre amis ou collègues, ou un remontant caféiné l’après-midi, Time Out Market Montréal est l’endroit où il faut être cette saison des Fêtes. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Avec des options pour tous sur le menu des Fêtes en édition limitée (et plus de 100 autres plats du menu régulier du Marché), il y a plus de nouvelles saveurs à découvrir cette année que jamais — sans oublier des menus de cocktails, mocktails, vins et bières pour accompagner le tout. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Vous venez en groupe ? Cliquez ici pour découvrir comment le Marché peut accueillir votre rassemblement des Fêtes parfait — grand ou petit. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Que trouver sur le menu des Fêtes préféré du centre-ville de Montréal ? Découvrez tous les détails gourmands ici : Tunnel Espresso Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Vos nouveaux remontants de milieu de journée : Mont Blanc Cookie (chocolat blanc caramélisé, crème de marron, crème foue

Grilled duck breast with a festive spiced orange sauce, served on top of impossible creamy mashed potatoes?  A flavour-packed pizza with sun-dried tomato and almond pesto, gooey cheese, tender spinach, a touch of chili, fresh parsley, and a pop of lemony brightness? Or a luxurious latte keyed up by a bold double espresso, steamed milk, speculoos paste, and a decadent swirl of whipped cream? Whether you’re sharing a festive dinner for two, a quick lunch with friends and co-workers or an afternoon caffeinated pick-me-up, Time Out Market Montréal is the place to be this holiday season. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal With something on the limited edition holiday menu for everyone (plus over 100 other dishes on the regular Market menu), there are more new tastes to explore this year than ever before—plus a killer cocktail, mocktail, wine and beer menus to wash it all down with. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Coming with a group? Click here for more details on how the Market can host your perfect holiday gathering—big or small. Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal What’s on Downtown Montreal’s favourite holiday menu? Check out all of the drool-worthy details here: Tunnel Espresso Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Introducing your new midday holiday boosts: Mont Blanc Cookie (caramelized white chocolate, chestnut cream, vanilla whipped cream, and camerise cream); a Speculoos Latte (a double espresso, milk, speculoos paste and whipped cream); Peppermint Mocha (

Couronnée championne du monde de pizza plus tôt cette année, cette chaîne artisanale vient maintenant de décrocher une place parmi les 50 meilleures pizzerias de la planète — souvent surnommé le « Guide Michelin de la pizza ». L’équipe de Pizzeria NO.900, reconnue pour sa pizza napolitaine d’exception, est montée sur scène lors du gala des 50 Top World Artisan Pizza Chains, où le groupe québécois a obtenu la 42e position de ce classement mondialement respecté. En savoir plus : Les meilleurs nouveaux restaurants de Montréal Photograph: Pizzeria No.900 Comment fonctionne le classement Inspiré du modèle Michelin, le classement 50 Top repose sur des visites anonymes d’inspecteurs gastronomiques qui évaluent tout : la qualité des ingrédients, la maîtrise technique et l’expérience client dans son ensemble. Pour une deuxième année consécutive, NO.900 est la seule chaîne canadienne invitée au gala, confirmant son influence croissante sur la scène internationale de la pizza artisanale. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-WEB:fe0f93b0-2d21-43df-8ad8-49d7e3db8a1b-58" data-testid="conversation-turn-118" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> À lire : Les meilleurs restaurants de Montréal en ce moment Photograph: Pizzeria No. 900 Qu’est-ce qui rend NO.900 si unique

First they were crowned world pizza champion.  Now, this artisanal pizza chain has placed in the world’s top 50 best pizzerias—often dubbed the “Michelin Guide of pizza.”   The Pizzeria NO.900 team, makers of killer Neopolitan pizza, took the stage at the 50 Top World Artisan Pizza Chains gala and the Quebec-based group earned the 42nd spot on the internationally respected list.  Read more: where to find the best pizza in Montreal How the ranking works Modeled after the Michelin system, the 50 Top ranking relies on anonymous visits from culinary inspectors who evaluate everything from the calibre of ingredients to technical mastery and overall guest experience.  For the second consecutive year, NO.900 was the only Canadian chain invited to attend the gala, underscoring its growing influence on the global artisan-pizza scene—the sole Canadian chain invited two years running. Photograph: Pizzeria No.900 What’s so special about NO.900? NO.900 honours Neapolitan tradition while championing Quebec’s artisans and producers. It remains the only chain worldwide certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN) in the artisan chain category—a rigorous distinction that governs everything from flour choice to fermentation, dough handling, and wood-fired baking technique. Photograph: Pizzeria No. 900 In March, pizzaiolo Mirko D’Agata added another milestone to the chain’s story, winning the world championship in the Neapolitan pizza category at the International Pizza Expo

Brace yourselves, Canada: winter is coming with a vengeance.  After an unusually mild fall, the jet stream has flipped dramatically, ushering in a sudden and intense transition to winter.  Will the return of La Niña, combined with a disrupted polar vortex, lock in a deep-freeze pattern?  According to the Weather Network, Arctic air is sweeping across the country, and increasingly harsh blasts are expected through December, marking a colder start to the season than Canadians have seen in recent memory. Read more: Polar vortex to bring winter of yesteryear to Montreal—and that’s not all Photograph: Shutterstock / Maridav   Is winter 2025 going to be cold in Canada? An exceptionally early polar vortex disruption is setting the stage for a steady surge of Arctic air into southern Canada, from the Maritimes to the Rockies, extending through December and into early 2026. La Niña is also back, stronger than last winter. And together, these forces promise a classic, frostbitten Canadian winter.  If the atmospheric blocking pattern falters, however, eastern regions may experience more unpredictable conditions and occasional mild stretches while western Canada could take the brunt of the cold. According to the report, the widespread cold scenario seems most likely, though both patterns could emerge in late January and February.  Overall, most of Canada can expect near-normal or below-normal temperatures, with Atlantic Canada and far northern regions possibly seeing above-average warm

Vous rêvez d’un Noël blanc? Vous êtes peut-être au bon endroit. Selon un rapport de MétéoMédia, une perturbation très précoce du vortex polaire ouvre la voie à un afflux constant d’air arctique sur le sud du Canada tout au long de décembre et jusqu’au début de 2026. À cela s’ajoute le retour de La Niña. En savoir plus : Les Québécois doivent s’attendre cet hiver à des refroidissements éoliens dangereux et à de longues vagues de froid intense Quelle est la prévision de la neige pour 2025 ? Combinées, ces conditions annoncent un hiver typiquement canadien pour une grande partie de la province. Photograph: Shutterstock / nyker C’est une bonne nouvelle pour les skieurs, les randonneurs hivernaux et les amateurs de neige — mais cela signifie aussi des températures sous les normales saisonnières. Une trajectoire de tempêtes active devrait apporter des précipitations et des chutes de neige proches ou supérieures à la normale dans la majorité de la province. Est-ce que l'hiver 2025-2026 sera froid ? Après une transition soudaine vers un temps hivernal dès novembre, le froid persistera en décembre, avec un temps nettement plus hivernal à l’approche et pendant les Fêtes que ce que Montréal a connu ces dernières années. Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc Bruxelle Les températures devraient rester inférieures aux normales jusqu’en janvier, même si la deuxième moitié de l’hiver pourrait se montrer plus variable, laissant place à une période plus douce. Et si la trajectoire de tempêtes co

Dreaming of a white Christmas? You may have come to the right place. According to a report from the Weather Network, a very early polar vortex disruption is paving the way for consistent Arctic air across southern Canada through December and into early 2026. On top of that, La Niña is back.  Read more: Expect dangerous wind chills and deep freezes this winter if you live in Quebec What will the weather be on Christmas 2025 in Montreal? Together, these conditions promise a classic Canadian winter across much of the province.   Photograph: Shutterstock / Andrei Stepanov   Will winter 2025 be cold in Montreal? It’s definitely good news for skiers, winter hikers and snow-lovers. But it also means below normal temperatures. An active storm track is expected to bring near- or above-normal precipitation and snowfall across much of the province.  Following a sudden shift to early winter conditions in November, the cold start to the season will persist through December, with more wintry weather leading up to and during the holidays than Montreal has seen in recent years.  Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc Bruxelle Temperatures are forecast to remain below average well into January, though the pattern may become more variable in the latter half of winter, allowing for a possible stretch of milder weather.  While the storm track will continue to deliver near- or above-normal precipitation and snow, southern regions could face a few tricky storms, with risks of ice and occasional rain,

The name says it all. Montreal is known for its epic nightlife, next-level cocktails and its fair share of adult experiences. Enter Café Cleopatre, Montreal's most iconic gentleman's club since 1976, and their "bareoke" nights. Located right in the heart of the city, this long-standing nightlife institution has been part of Montreal’s cultural landscape for more than three decades.  RECOMMENDED: This Montreal street has been named one of the coolest in the world – ranking higher than New York, Berlin and Brisbane Photograph: Shutterstock / Aleksandr Rybalko   Known for its bold personality and eclectic atmosphere, the venue has built a reputation for late-night entertainment, live performances, and a colourful mix of local and international talent. Open seven days a week, it offers a lively schedule of shows and events, drawing crowds who come for the music, the energy, and the unmistakably Montréal vibe.  Guests can settle in with a drink from the bar, enjoy the show from the main floor, or explore quieter corners of the venue for a more intimate experience.  The second floor of Café Cléopâtra is home to one of Montreal’s oldest cabaret stages, hosting vaudeville, burlesque, and drag performances for more than a century. Read more about the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in Montreal When are Montreal’s bareoke nights? Get ready to belt out your spiciest karaoke tunes at Café Cleopatre on the first and third Saturday of the month between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m.  Entry fee is $15 ($13

Poutine et burgers ? Poulet au beurre ou grilled cheese au brisket ? La cuisine réconfortante du Marché propose tout cela — et bien plus encore — entre cuisine française traditionnelle et saveurs venues d’ailleurs. Avec certains des meilleurs chefs et restaurants réunis sous un même toit, le Marché regorge de plats copieux et réconfortants, parfaits pour la saison froide. Que vous ayez envie de plats classiques et populaires, de saveurs internationales, d’une ambiance décontractée ou de quelques douceurs sucrées, Time Out Market Montréal a tout ce qu’il faut pour combler vos envies. Photograph: Americas BBQ | Time Out Market Montréal Le tout s’accompagne à merveille d’un cocktail signature, d’un mocktail ou d’un verre (ou deux) choisi parmi la vaste carte des vins. Photograph: Élixir Des Moines | Time Out Market Montréal Astuce Time Out : Demandez un « flight de bières » ! Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine Rien de tel qu’un burger débordant de saveurs avec des frites au chili et au fromage (chili maison, cheddar, coriandre, crème sure et moutarde — sur demande). Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine | Time Out Market Montréal Il Miglio Un bol de gnocchis onctueux à la sauce tomate et au basilic, généreusement garni de parmesan : difficile de résister. Photograph: Il Miglio | Time Out Market Montréal Moleskine À partager : la pizza Calabrese avec sauce tomate épicée, salami, fenouil, fior di latte et un filet de miel. Photograph: Moles

Poutine and burgers? Butter chicken or grilled cheese with brisket?  The Market’s comfort food has all of these and more—from traditional French cuisine to global influences.  Thanks to some of the best chefs and restaurants under one roof, there are plenty of eateries serving hearty, comforting dishes ideal for the colder season. Whether you’re looking for classic, popular options, international flavours—or something cozy and casual or a few sweet treats—Time Out Market Montréal’s got you covered. Photograph: Americas BBQ | Time Out Market Montréal Wash it all down with some of the Market’s next level cocktails, mocktails or a glass (or two) from the extensive wine list. Photograph: Élixir Des Moines | Time Out Market Montréal Time Out Tip: Ask for a flight of beer! Photograph: Time Out Market Montréal Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine It doesn’t get better than a burger bursting with goodness with a side of chili cheese fries (think: house chili, cheddar, coriander, sour cream and mustard—on demand). Photograph: Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine | Time Out Market Montréal Il Miglio Dig into an unctuous bowl of gnocchi with tomato sauce and basil with extra parmesan, please. Photograph: Il Miglio | Time Out Market Montréal Moleskine Be prepared to share your Calabrese pizza with spicy tomato sauce, salami, fennel, fior di latte and basil drizzled in honey. Photograph: Moleskine | Time Out Market Montréal Campo We’re team chicken poutine with a Portuguese Combo: chicken croquet