11 places to eat for under $20 in Shaughnessy Village

Eating out in downtown Montreal can be a nightmare with so many places to choose from. If you’re passing through Shaughnessy Village, this list of 11 places to eat for under $20 in the area will help you decide.

Otto Yakitori Izakaya

This is the bar & grill that introduced Japanese yakitori to the entire city of Montreal. In short, if you don’t know Otto Yakitori Izakaya, it’s high time you went there!

114 Rue Saint-Mathieu

Picks Burger

At Picks Burger, where you can add your own toppings to your burger, you’ll be in heaven when you taste these marinated beef patties wedged between buns that are glazed on the outside and crispy on the inside.

1407 Rue Saint-Marc

Mama Bangkok

This institution has always offered spicy delicacies at an affordable price, and it continues to do so. You’ll be won over by this temple of Thai food after your first visit.

1616 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 

Thali Cuisine Indienne

This Indian counter focuses on thalis, but their spicy meat kebabs are not to be missed! They’re so good that you’ll wonder why they aren’t more widely available. Check their Instagram profile, it is worth a look! 

1409 Rue Saint-Marc

Qing Hua Dumpling

The steam baskets in which their dumplings are served are always overflowing. Order fried dumplings and mix the flavours. Tasty treats are guaranteed.

1675 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest

Restaurant Shi Tang

This is one of the best places to get your money’s worth. For less than $20, you can have a hearty pork stew served with a nice bowl of rice and a cup of tea. What more could you want?

1622 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest 

Slice + Soda

Slice & Soda’s slogan is: “Pizza. Sodas. Fun!” This casual restaurant offers delicious pizza slices that you have to eat without utensils. The real deal!

1645 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 

Chung Chung Québec

Have you ever tasted a sausage coated with rice flour breading? And did you know that there is no better place to discover this classic Korean street food than Chung Chung Quebec? It’s the Kogo Mecca!

1428 Rue Pierce

Chef Lee

Opened in June 2020, this other little gem in the Shaughnessy Village serves a specialty inspired by Shanghai street food: Sheng Jian Bao. These small fried dumplings filled with minced pork or shrimp will surely satisfy you… and it’s very affordable!

1902 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 

Mont Tacos

Don’t be fooled by the wordplay, this restaurant is home to an innovative fast-food concept. It is based on a tried and tested product: the French taco. What sets the place apart is the thousands of possible taco combinations.

1621 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 

Osmow’s Shawarma

You could describe this restaurant as follows: relaxed, modern, and Mediterranean. Osmow’s Shawarma offers accessible cuisine while allowing you to customize your preferences. Order their signature creations, you won’t regret it.

1627 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest