Located not too far from Montreal’s city center,  Leo’s Taproom is now filling a void in the bar scene of Saint-Leonard’s neighborhood. With an impressive choice of local craft beers, this new spot will soon become the place to be during a night out in the city. From the same masterminds behind Montreal’s popular pool bar Fitzroy (Kyle Fowler and Kevin Latrem) and with the help of their interior designer accomplice, Amlyne Phillips, who created the design of Jatoba, Kampai Garden and Madame Bovary, the 3 musketeers decided to join forces again in order to give their clientele a new hot spot worthy of our fondest childhood memories. In other words, their goal was to recreate our favorite uncle’s man cave, who here, figuratively goes by the name of  Leo. We all have a Leo in our lives. He’s the cool uncle with the most insane basement which was the place by…

Whenever you’re looking for an adventurous night out Quebec’s largest city, chances are Montreal will instantly bless you with its abundance of unusual bars and restaurants. Montreal just oozes coolness from every street corner and it’s no wonder it sits right behind New York City as the city that holds the most restaurants per capita. This means the competition is fierce among businesses forcing them to be unique, singular, and most importantly, memorable. In the spirit, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite unusual places in Montreal that will make your night one to remember. The Lockhart Cocktail Bar Harry Potter… Nuff’ Said. source  3979 rue Saint-Denis Chez Serge The perfect setting for sports nights and if you don’t scare easily, hop on the mechanical bull! source 5301 Boulevard Saint-Laurent Candi Bar Candy-based cocktails, the menu made of legos, burlesque decor with a VERY colourful design and dance floor:…

From Mondays to Thursdays, you can now enjoy the magic of pre-dining at Tapas 24 taking happy hour to a whole new level. For only 25$, you will get  2 glasses of wine or Cava and one tapas at Chef Carles Abellan’s restaurant.  Located in Old Montreal, Tapas 24 is first and foremost an homage to Barcelona’s cuisine: also home to its sister restaurant of the same name. This high end, yet very affordable,  tapas restaurant offers an extensive list of delicious homemade dishes from Patatas Bravas to an impressive Paella de Barcelona and a wine selection inspired by Catalan cuisine. source This homage is also portrayed in the interior design which is set amid warm colors, greenery and a friendly ambiance that reigns over Tapas 24. Even the spacious outdoor terrace reminds us of the beautiful city of Barcelona  with its vibrant colors (we can’t wait for its return…

Located in Montreal, Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie is home to charming small shops and an impressive number of “urban villages”. To this day, it is still one of the most affordable and family-friendly districts to live in and undoubtedly the best place to start looking whenever you wish to spend your evening at a local and intimate restaurant. source: Huffington Post Québec That being said, when 3 Frenchmen, David, Joaquim and Adrien, decided to open their new bistro on Rue de La Roche in the middle of Rosemont, it was only fitting to incorporate their French roots into this Montreal’s warm and welcoming neighborhood. Cumulating years of experience in the restaurant sector on this side of the pond, Crème Fraîche Bistrologie is the fruit of their hard labor that truly represents the owners’ vision by wanting to offer their guests a unique culinary experience by preparing French decadent dishes all which are…

Regardless of your budget, Montreal  is overflowing with restaurants that fit the bill for a romantic evening. Whether you’re in Le Plateau, in the Old Port or in the heart of the city, choices to find a special place this Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be nightmare. Worst case scenario: if the desired restaurant you’re trying to book at doesn’t have any more available tables  why not head to the bar instead?  Regrettably the latter is often overlooked by guests, and yet it provides an intimate experience just as the best table ever could. Just a thought. We’ve rounded up fourteen of the most romantic restaurants -in their own charming way- that will suit any palate and budget for you and your loved one this Valentine’s Day. Café Parvis (Quartier des Spectacle) Phone reservation: 514-764-3589 433 Rue Mayor Tapas 24 (Old Montreal) Reservation 420 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest Ristorante Beatrice (Golden Square Mile)…

It’s no secret that Montreal’s brunch game is off the charts. From Boozy Brunch at Terrasses Bonsecours in the summertime to breakfast poutines: the possibilities are endless just as  bottomless mimosas. Yet, we all know it can be quite challenging when searching for a charming place to have brunch, even more so in the Golden Square Mile, downtown Montreal. Oddly enough, this particular area  is filled with hotels and boutiques, but lacks in brunch places… go figure! Rest assured, Les Enfants Terribles will save the day. To begin with, the brasserie first opened 10 years ago in Montreal’s Outremont and now counts 5 locations across the province. More recently, after long overdue renovations in an office building in the heart of Montreal, Les Enfants Terribles now calls the 44th floor of Place Ville Marie home.  Yes, you guessed it, this place has a killer view! source: Les Enfants Terribles Not only…

On your next visit to La Belle Province’s largest city, taking a stroll in the historic and stunning Old Port highly figures on anyone’s agenda. Not only the architecture romances with European colonial style, the area undoubtedly became a hub for young professionals on the search for places to unwind after a long day’s work. Restaurant HÀ is one of them. With 2 establishments located in Old Montreal and in Le Plateau borough, it was only a matter of time before the group would introduce their guests to a new experience: Nhậu Bar. Source:  Nhậu Bar Located inside the Old Port’s HÀ restaurant, simply go down the stairs to find a golden door that opens to a softly lit room filled with Vietnamese lanterns. The decor signed by Amlyne Philips instantly transports you to Southeast Asia. Nhậu Bar qualifies itself as a sophisticated and vibring cocktail bar that offers an…