Best Cozy Restaurants in Montreal East

110 restaurants available nearby

1. Jacopo

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Montreal

Booked 35 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. Modavie

4.7

Exceptional(7268)

Price: Expensive

• French • Old Montreal

Booked 77 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.

3. Maison Boulud

4.8

Exceptional(2852)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 16 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(2725)

Price: Expensive

• British • Downtown

Booked 74 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.

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5. Vieux-Port Steakhouse & Terrasse

4.4

Awesome(3549)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Old Montreal

Booked 32 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. Joe Beef

4.8

Exceptional(692)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Griffintown/St-Henri

Booked 63 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.

7. Annette bar à vin

4.8

Exceptional(183)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Montreal East

Booked 24 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

8. Lloyd

4.5

Awesome(409)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 34 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. Garde Manger

4.8

Exceptional(2750)

Price: Very Expensive

• Canadian • Old Montreal

Booked 25 times today

Iron Chef winner Chuck Hughes and Chef Chris Merrick collaborate to offer a mind bending experience at this Old Montreal landmark. Over the top tasting menus in a supremely unique historic building, complimented by outstanding service, an unparalleled atmosphere and deep, notable wine selections.*Please note that we have a full bar permit, which in Quebec means NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 ALLOWED.

10. Nora Gray

4.7

Exceptional(15)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 22 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.

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Jennyfer
Montreal / Quebec •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We absolutely loved the food the service was fantastic. Food was cooked to perfection and the drinks were delicious
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Vieux-Port Steakhouse & TerrassePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Old Montreal
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4.4
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DavidM
Montreal / Quebec •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What a great discovery!!! Definitely in my top list of restaurants in Montreal. Food was amazing, service was super kind and fast, the place is cozy and warm. Simply amazing!
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JacopoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Old Montreal
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4.4
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Chris
Edmonton / Northern Alberta •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent all around, loved the food, service and ambience. A wonderful jazz band really helped create a memorable dining experience with our friends as we explore Montreal for the first time.
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ModaviePrice: Expensive• French• Old Montreal
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4.7
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StefanVIP
Toronto / Ontario •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A very pleasant dining experience. The food was excellent and the ambiance very nice.
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Bar GeorgePrice: Expensive• British• Downtown
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4.6
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Emily
Montreal / Quebec •92 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
We had the perfect new year’s lunch! It was such a great meal and everyone was so nice to us. Maison Boulud is such a special restaurant. Thank you!! Happy New Year!
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Maison BouludPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown
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4.8

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. Jacopo

2. Modavie

3. Maison Boulud

4. Bar George

5. Vieux-Port Steakhouse & Terrasse

6. Joe Beef

7. Annette bar à vin

8. Lloyd

9. Garde Manger

10. Nora Gray

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