Montreal’s brunch scene caters to all tastes, whether you’re an early riser or someone who enjoys a leisurely start. From modern twists to classic favourites, the city’s brunch offerings are diverse and delightful.
For quick recommendations: don’t miss Restaurant L’Avenue for its lively atmosphere and generous portions, or Foiegwa for its elegant takes on classic dishes.
Explore our list of the 13 best brunch restaurants in Montreal to discover your next favourite brunch spot!
1. Restaurant L’Avenue
For nearly three decades, Restaurant L’Avenue has been a favorite for Montreal’s breakfast and brunch enthusiasts. Known for its festive atmosphere and generous, tasty portions, this spot is always buzzing with a lively crowd. Don’t miss their Smoked Salmon Bagel, a classic combination of salmon, capers, tomato salsa, herbs, and cream cheese.
For something unique, try the Bobby Goes To Seoul, featuring sunny-side-up eggs, smoked pork, BBQ sauce, kimchi, jasmine rice, and garlic.
What to order: Smoked Salmon Bagel, Truffled Duck, Bobby Goes To Seoul
Address:
– 922 Mont-Royal Avenue East, Montréal, QC H2J 1X2
– 3612 Notre-Dame Street West, Montréal, QC H4C 1P5
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2. Foiegwa
Foiegwa offers stylish brunches in an elegant and cozy setting. A must-try is their Croque Monsieur, accompanied by breakfast potatoes, creamy coleslaw, homemade ham, and Swiss cheese. For a sweet touch, their Pain Perdu with orange maple syrup, vanilla ricotta, and seasonal fruit is irresistible, as are the blueberry pancakes with ricotta.
What to order: Croque Monsieur, Homade Spaghetti, Foiegwa Pancakes, Pain Perdu
Address: 3001 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec H4C 1N9
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3. Le Vieux Velo
Le Vieux Velo is a simple, vintage restaurant perfect for a casual and affordable brunch in Montreal. Their star dish is the Eggs Benedict, particularly the B.A.A. version with bacon, avocado, and brie. They also offer a variety of Eggs Benedict options and recently introduced vegan choices like Veggie Toast and Vegetarian Chili.
What to order: The Classic, The Atlantic, The Veggie Pesto, The B.A.A, Pilot Coffee
Address: 59 Rue Beaubien E, Montréal, QC H2S 1R1
4. Le Cartet Resto Boutique
Established in 1999, Le Cartet Resto Boutique in Old Montreal combines stylish decor with a vast array of delicious dishes, making it ideal for various gatherings. Enjoy their Sante breakfast with homemade granola, yogurt, poached eggs, and more, or the Toscan with benedictine eggs, Mornay sauce, ham, spinach, and roasted potatoes.
Don’t forget to explore their gourmet corner for chocolates, jams, and sweets.
What to order: Sante, Decadent, Toscan, Nordique, Lac Brome
Address: 106 McGill St, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2E5
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5. Régine Café
Régine Café offers a Rococo-style decorated space with a wide selection of brunch dishes. Try their Gaufre, a waffle with trout gravlax cured in Jagermeister, cream with chives, and tomato salsa, or opt for the Dore, a French toast with homemade brioche, mascarpone, banana, caramel, and pecan popcorn. Their homemade scones and bread are also excellent for takeaway.
What to order: Gaufre, Gros Jambon, Grilled Cheese, Dore.
Address: 1840 Rue Beaubien E, Montréal, QC H2G 1L6
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6. Arthurs Nosh Bar
Located in Saint-Henri, Arthurs Nosh Bar is a stylish yet cozy restaurant offering delicious Jewish dishes. The menu varies seasonally, but staples like the Karolina Waffle, Moroccan Toast, and Shakshouka are always available. The waffle comes with whipped honey butter and maple syrup, while the Moroccan Toast features challah, poached eggs, and spiced chickpeas.
What to order: The Karolina Waffle, Moroccan Toast, Shakshouka
Address: 4621 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec H4C 1S5
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7. Le P’tit Rustik
Le P’tit Rustik, a small cafe-bistro, serves simple yet delicious dishes like Eggs Benedict, Croissant, Grilled Cheese, and Tartine. Their specialty, The Bognettes, are small, crispy potato fritters that are a must-try.
During winter, dishes like Quebec Cheese Tartiflette and Savoyard Fondue are popular, while Salmon Gravlax and Avocado Toast are favoured in warmer months.
What to order: The Bognetes, Quebec Cheese Tart, Savoyard Fondue, Salmon Gravlax, Avocado Toast
Address: 4057 Drolet St, Montreal, Quebec H2W 2L5
8. Brasserie 701
Brasserie 701, set in Old Montreal, offers contemporary French-inspired cuisine in an elegant setting. Try their classic Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with poached eggs and smoked salmon, or indulge in the sweet Gaufriti with Liegoise waffle, red fruit, maple syrup, and whipped cream. The 701 Burger, with beef, cheese, sauteed mushroom, pickles, and maple syrup mayonnaise, is a hearty choice.
What to order: Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, Gaufruiti, Chicken And Waffle, 701 Burger, Butter Croissant.
Address: 701 Côte de la Place d’Armes, Montréal, QC H2Y 2X6
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9. Caribou Gourmand
Caribou Gourmand serves Quebec-inspired dishes in a warm and friendly ambiance. Begin with their Classic Double Benedicts With Salmon, featuring poached eggs, salmon gravlax, spinach, and hollandaise sauce. The Caribou Breakfast Plate offers a heartier option, while the Red Velvet Pancakes with mascarpone mousse and fresh red fruits are perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
What to order: Classic Double Benedicts With Salmon, Red Velvet Pancakes, Sugar Shack Mimosa, Caribou Breakfast Plate.
Address: 5308 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, Quebec H2T 1S1
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10. La Fabrique
Nestled between Le Plateau and The Quartier Latin, La Fabrique offers comforting, contemporary cuisine. Their menu includes unique dishes like Rice Pudding with Quebec strawberries, brioche croutons, strawberry syrup, and ganache whipped chocolate, and the Katsu Potato with soft-boiled eggs, crunchy vegetables salad, peanut, Katsu sauce, and candied tomato-cilantro mayonnaise.
What to order: Rice Pudding, Katsu Potato, Salmon Tartare, Panini-style Beef Brisket Sandwich, Cranberry Homemade Muffin
Address: 3619 Saint-Denis St, Montreal, Quebec H2X 3L6
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11. Chez José Café
Chez José Café specializes in Portuguese brunch with international flavours. Start with their light and sweet Fruit Crepe filled with summer fruits and whipped cream. The Vegan Burrito and Mexican Omelette Sandwich offer savoury options. Their Churrasco Chicken Sandwich is another favourite, offering a flavorful meal.
What to order: Mexican Omelette Sandwich, Churrasco Chicken Sandwich, Fruit Crepe, Vegan Burrito.
Address: 173 Duluth Ave E, Montreal, Quebec H2W 1H4
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12. L’Oeufrier
L’Oeufrier is a go-to for breakfast, brunch, and smoothies. Try their Duck Confit Egg Benedict with toasted English muffins, poached eggs, duck confit, caramelized onions, and grained mustard hollandaise sauce.
The Meat Lover Egg Benedict, featuring sausage, bacon, prosciutto Cotto, and Calabrian chili oil hollandaise, is another standout dish.
What to order: Duck Confit Egg Benedict, Meat Lover Egg Benedict, Classic French Toast.
Address: 3714 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec H4C 1P7
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13. Au Festin de Babette
Au Festin de Babette, a French-inspired cafe, is popular for its traditional hot chocolates and brunches. Try their poached eggs in various forms, accompanied by a small salad, mushroom veloute soup, scalloped potatoes, and chocolate mousse. The Mediterranean waffle with artichoke caviar and The Raclette are also recommended.
What to order: The Saint-Denis, The Campagnarde, The Raclette, The Mediterranean
Address: 4085 Saint-Denis St, Montreal, Quebec H2W 2M7
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We can never get rid of those well-spent times having brunches with style in Montreal. And if you’re planning to stay in this city longer, make sure you are keeping up with our best restaurants in Montreal!
How We Create Our “Best” Lists
All Noms Magazine’s “best” lists are created using multiple factors and signals to help readers find the best restaurants, things to do, and places to stay at. Some of these factors and signs include personal experiences, correspondence with locals, and compiling experiences from review sites.
Each list is also created to be balanced (in terms of price, cuisine type, ambiance, and more) as possible. This means that the lists are not specifically created in ranking order. You should be comfortable picking from any of the spots on the list and generally have a good time. But of course, YMMV (your mileage may vary) and everyone may have different experiences/palates.