Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown

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1. Marcus

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Downtown

Booked 89 times today

Discover Marcus Restaurant + Terrace, a vibrant dining destination in the heart of downtown Montreal. Offering a contemporary menu with a focus on seafood and modern cuisine, Marcus blends sophistication with a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy stunning city views from the terrace while indulging in dishes crafted from the finest local and international ingredients. Whether for a casual lunch, evening cocktails, or a special dinner, Marcus is the perfect spot for any occasion. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience at Montreal's most stylish restaurant and terrace.

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2. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Place Ville-Marie

4.7

Exceptional(3528)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 117 times today

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse + Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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3. Henri Brasserie Française

4.4

Awesome(1799)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Henri Brasserie Française is a grand restaurant, the likes of which only appear once in a decade. Set in the landmark Birks Building located in the heart of downtown Montreal and connected to the new Hotel Birks Montreal 5-star Hotel, Henri presents a cuisine of today, inspired by the timeless traditions of the grand French brasseries. Our gourmet and comforting dishes created by our chef showcase the finest Canadian and Quebec seasonal products from coast to coast. You will be charmed by the enchanting atmosphere of this spacious and bright Montreal dining room with its 19th century French décor and by its spectacular terrace. The men and women who enliven our dining room and our kitchen combine decades of experience gained in some of the best restaurants in the world.

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4. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Montréal, QC | Downtown (Ville-Marie)

4.8

Exceptional(869)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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5. Enoteca Monza Pizzeria Moderna- Downtown

4.5

Awesome(416)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

**Call restaurant for reservations** Authentic. Italian. Enoteca Monza Pizzeria Moderna - a modern-world eatery that stays true to traditions, favored for its thin crust wood-fired pizzas. For business lunches, after-work cocktails, family dinners, casual nights with friends or an evening with that special someone, Enoteca Monza is your go-to destination. The menu features Italian classics and contemporary favorites, including arancini, calamari fritti and veal parmigiano plus a host of delicious pasta dishes. These dishes are further complimented by the wine bar and extensive offerings of wines by the glass.

6. Moretti Downtown

4.5

Awesome(189)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

The new Moretti Downtown was launched in 2021. The spirit is as alive and vibrant as the original Moretti Griffintown. Here you will find the Moretti classics as well as select dishes created specifically for this location.PIZZERIA MORETTI celebrates what comes naturally, what has roots, and what grows. It represents a frame of mind that’s open to new things, new flavors, and new friendships. It emphasizes the positive and celebrates what’s essential in a warm, welcoming environment that gets even hotter as the evening unfolds. Experience casual dining built with a passion for the sensual, the sumptuous, the subtly sophisticated.

7. Renoir

4.4

Awesome(1021)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Dear guests,We are very pleased to announce that our restaurant is being beautified.To improve your future experience, our restaurant will be closed until December 2024. Only buffet breakfast service will be available and temporarily relocated to the 2nd floor of the hotel Sofitel, the brunch experience will be closed as well during this period.For all requests, please contact us, we look forward to welcoming you soon at the Renoir.Located on Sherbrooke Street West, steps away from the Fine Arts Museum and McGill University. Our Executive Chef, Olivier Perret is glad to present you ’Renoir’. Jean-Talon market local products mixed with the chef Burgundy culture, create The Montreal's gastronomic modern and De-Light experience for you and your guest to experiment. Be Magnifique, Be our Guest and became a Renoir Ambassador.

8. Deli planet

4.0

Excellent(0)

Price: Moderate

• Deli • Downtown

Central Station bar, with kitschy comics decor & a weekday happy hour, for casual eats & breakfast.

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9. Wienstein & Gavino's

4.5

Awesome(1899)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 133 times today

Located in the heart of Downtown Montreal on Crescent street, Wienstein & Gavino's is a Montreal icon with buzzing energy 7 days of the week. With three levels, it offers everything from a unique open kitchen with a large outdoor terrace to a fabulous bar.Wienstein & Gavino's satisfies all tastes, serving pizza from a spectacular oven, homemade fresh pasta and other Italian favourites while maintaining a rustic Mediterranean atmosphere.

10. Maison Boulud

4.8

Exceptional(2846)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Legendary chef Daniel Boulud created his namesake Maison Boulud to reinterpret French classics. At his downtown Montreal restaurant, artisanal Quebecois products and local ingredients are used to craft modern dishes. The fine dining setting includes a cozy main dining room with a fireplace and a view of the open kitchen, a year-round greenhouse overlooking the Ritz-Carlton garden, an inviting bar, private dinings and two Summer terraces.

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VadimVIP
Montreal / Quebec •22 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Fabulous experience. Portobello mushroom with Koji sauce is a must. The four of us ordered it several times and used the focaccia bread to deep into the sauce. The kitchen was able to accommodate with special requests and Sommelier made great suggestions with wine selection. David, one of the bartenders, makes incredible Mapletinis. We always enjoy dinning at Markus.
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MarcusPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Downtown
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4.5
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Heather
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another great meal! This was the second visit to the Keg (different location) where the prime rib was served lukewarm. They immediately swapped it for a new piece and management ensured it was to my liking.
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Place Ville-MariePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.7
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Rina
Toronto / Ontario •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server Ophelia was excellent, she took care of us and gave great service.
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Enoteca Monza Pizzeria Moderna- DowntownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.5
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John
DO NOT USE •52 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good experience, albeit quite crowded and busy for Christmas Eve. Wonderful menu & food. Harried wsiteess was late to greet us. Noisy, but part of the Brasserie vibe. Impressive space in hotel DR formerly Birks Jewelry store. Nicely decorated for Christmas.
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Henri Brasserie FrançaisePrice: Expensive• French• Downtown
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4.4
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Cassandre
Montreal / Quebec •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Gyu-Kaku is by far our favorite restaurant! The interactive Japanese BBQ experience makes dining both fun and memorable. The food is always excellent, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The service is exceptional, with Alden consistently going above and beyond to ensure an amazing experience every time we visit. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a casual meal, Gyu-Kaku never disappoints. Highly recommended for anyone looking for delicious food and outstanding service!
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Montréal, QC | Downtown (Ville-Marie)Price: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.8

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Marcus

2. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Place Ville-Marie

3. Henri Brasserie Française

4. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Montréal, QC | Downtown (Ville-Marie)

5. Enoteca Monza Pizzeria Moderna- Downtown

6. Moretti Downtown

7. Renoir

8. Deli planet

9. Wienstein & Gavino's

10. Maison Boulud

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