Best Cozy Restaurants in Montreal East

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

LavalMontrealSouth Shore

Neighborhoods

Ahuntsic - CartiervilleBrossardCôte-des-Neiges/NDGDowntownGriffintown/St-HenriLaval

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

118 restaurants available nearby

1. Jacopo

4.5

Awesome(1500)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Montreal

Booked 57 times today

Located in Old Montreal, Jacopo is an authentic Italian restaurant offering an unforgettable culinary experience. With its cozy and casual ambiance, it’s the ideal spot for lunch, brunch, or a fun evening out. Perfect for birthdays, Jacopo also features a beautiful terrace where you can enjoy the lively city atmosphere.This downtown Montreal hotspot captivates with its authentic decor and personalized service. Whether you’re in a group or on a romantic date, you’ll enjoy the Italian pasta dishes, vegetarian options, and delicious seafood. Meat and fish lovers will not be disappointed either.Jacopo’s bar offers a selection of drinks and cocktails that perfectly complement the meals. Whether for a terrace brunch, a casual dinner, or a romantic outing in the Old Port, Jacopo is a must-visit destination for all food lovers in Montreal.

2. Joe Beef

4.8

Exceptional(770)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Griffintown/St-Henri

Booked 58 times today

Old Montreal restaurant classics in the heart of Little Burgundy. An homage to Charles "Joe-Beef" McKiernan, 19th century innkeeper and Montreal working class hero. A drunken crawl away from the Historic Atwater market. Steaks and seafood.

3. Maison Boulud

4.8

Exceptional(2890)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 28 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.

4. Bar George

4.6

Exceptional(2794)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Downtown

Booked 83 times today

Bar George is a cozy restaurant located in a historic mansion. It's praised for its warm atmosphere, intimate setting, and relaxed ambience. Reviewers often mention the 'beautiful decor,' 'low-key, cozy' atmosphere, and the 'old-school Montreal club' vibe. The restaurant's ambience is described as perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or romantic dinner.

A photo of Vieux-Port Steakhouse & Terrasse restaurant

5. Vieux-Port Steakhouse & Terrasse

4.5

Awesome(3584)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Old Montreal

Booked 62 times today

Recognized as a true institution, Vieux-Port Steakhouse has been serving certified AAA, aged Canadian beef cuts for over 45 years. Known for its quality meat, personalized service, and authentic decor, it's a Montreal staple. Located on Saint-Paul Street in a century-old building in Old Montreal, it features stone walls, hardwood floors, and cozy fireplaces.This downtown hotspot offers dinner, lunch and brunch/breakfast menus that delight your taste buds. Whether for a casual lunch, fun brunch, or birthday celebration, Vieux-Port Steakhouse is ideal. The beautiful courtyard garden, with stone walls and lush greenery, provides a perfect summer setting.For seafood lovers, the steakhouse offers authentic Canadian seafood dishes that complement its famous steaks. The bar offers drinks and cocktails, making it great for groups or romantic dinners. With its charming ambiance and delicious offerings, Vieux-Port Steakhouse is a must-visit in Montreal's Old Port for any occasion.

6. Nora Gray

4.8

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

Opened in 2011, Nora Gray is one of those perfect little restaurants that never gets old: cozy, warm with exceptional hospitality. Nora Gray serves traditional Italian fare using exclusively the best locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Fresh handmade pasta, meats grilled over charcoal as well as an award winning wine program have kept Nora Gray one of the top restaurants in Canada for almost 15 years.

7. Modavie

4.7

Exceptional(7345)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Old Montreal

Booked 81 times today

Since 1997, Modavie Bistro invites you to taste a varied menu inspired by French classics. Spawning two floors with vintage ambiance in the heart of Old Montreal, you can hear live bands play every night as well as during weekend brunch.

8. Lloyd

4.3

Awesome(445)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Lloyd restaurant is cozy and welcoming, as per the reviews. Customers appreciate the vintage atmosphere and the comfortable setting. One reviewer noted that the restaurant makes you feel at home, while another praised the pleasant atmosphere.

9. Annette bar à vin

4.7

Exceptional(197)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Montreal East

Booked 38 times today

Annette shares / Annette is festive / have a drink in a welcoming and friendly spirit / Annette offers small dishes to share, refined cocktails and a selection of wines meticulously chosen / Annette receives in a trendy and cozy decor

10. L'Orignal

4.6

Exceptional(1461)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French / Canadian • Old Montreal

Booked 8 times today

Restaurant L’Orignal is tucked a few steps below street level in a historic building on a sleepy side street in Old Montreal. We’ve been serving elegant comfort food and inventive dishes inspired by Quebec’s vast terroir since 2008. Our menu changes often in order to elevate seasonal ingredients. We choose our suppliers in consideration of the quality of their products as well as the sustainability of their practices. But a restaurant is more than outstanding food, wine and cocktails. When you visit us, you can also expect…

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Sheabutter
Toronto / Ontario •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent. Service was good but not as attentive as it should be. We were left to ask for the bill after quite some time having finished our meal. It was very loud. It’s a good energy but u have to almost yell to hear each other.
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JacopoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Old Montreal
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Winnipeg / Manitoba •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Salad was great The salmon was dry and overcooked (burnt edges) Rest of food was decent (not wow !) Loved the ambience !
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Vieux-Port Steakhouse & TerrassePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Old Montreal
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4.5
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Alexander
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Joe Beef is a great restaurant and a must visit if you are in Montreal.
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Joe BeefPrice: Very Expensive• French• Griffintown/St-Henri
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4.8
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Sue
Toronto / Ontario •50 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Stunning historical setting that is a must see for all looking for a fabulous dinner venue in Montreal. Servers lovely but service slow especially in bar waiting for drinks to be made, and in restaurant waiting on bill. Dinner with cocktails, bottle of wine, shared beet salad & halibut main courses each, with tip $375
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Bar GeorgePrice: Expensive• British• Downtown
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4.6
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Ian
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
Stunning food, beautifully presented and excellently served. Lovely setting too.
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Maison BouludPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown
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4.8

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