Where to eat on a terrace downtown?

With the return of summer, it’s impossible to resist the call of the terraces! There’s nothing like a good meal in a cool oasis to get your mind off things and take a welcome break. And downtown Montreal has no shortage of pleasant places to soak up the sun’s rays while enjoying a fresh, summery meal; sometimes all you have to do is turn a corner to enjoy a little peace and quiet and sit away from the crowds. Here’s our selection of the best places to eat downtown!

Mandy’s Crescent

On Crescent Street, the charming terrace of Mandy’s awaits you to make the most of a beautiful summer’s day. In a neat and charming setting, you can enjoy the gourmet bowls of this delicious franchise. On the menu, you’ll find mouth-watering salads that won’t leave you hungry for more. You can also create your own salad, using fresh and sometimes deliciously original ingredients (ramen, plantain chips, shish taouk tofu…) that offer endless possibilities. For a delicate meal, between the caress of a sunbeam and the softness of a summer breeze.

2067 Rue Crescent

Ferreira Café

Is the Atlantic coast calling you? Dreaming of sun, sea spray and freshly caught fish? Your remedy is Ferreira, located on Peel Street! This excellent Portuguese restaurant, a sure bet in the neighborhood, offers nothing less than a special summer formula: l’Apéro en Terrasse, Monday to Friday, 2:30 to 5:30 pm. A special menu is offered for the occasion, with summer treats to share. Traditional codfish accras, pata negra and seafood are sure to set the mood for your evening!

To prolong the party, every Tuesday from 5pm, Terça Feira takes place in the same place: to the rhythms of a DJ, culinary creations and special cocktails are offered on the terrace. After all, Peel Street has nothing to envy Portugal!

1446 Rue Peel

Patty Slaps

Even if temperatures are peaking, it’s still a good time to enjoy a burger! Patty Slaps awaits you on its terrace along rue Sainte-Catherine. You’ll enjoy delicious smash burgers that are as dirty as they come, but so tasty.

1449 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest

Le Pois Penché

Le Pois Penché – the benchmark for French bistros – needs no introduction. But have you ever had the pleasure of trying out the restaurant’s new terrace? A charming installation now runs the length of the establishment; under parasols, bistro tables invite you to sit back and enjoy delicious summer moments. It’s the perfect opportunity to sample typical French dishes such as bouillabaisse or confit de canard. The area is also renowned for its seafood, so this summer, if you’re not going to the ocean, no problem – the ocean will come to you!

1230 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest

Sésame

What could be more pleasant than dining with a view of the Quartier des Spectacles? This summer, Place des Arts is entirely pedestrianized and decked out in its finest finery to host all the season’s major festivals. Lively, cheerful and colorful, it’s an invitation to party and a delicious vacation. This is the perfect time to pay a visit to Sésame, the beautiful Asian fusion restaurant overlooking the area from the top of rue Sainte-Catherine.

305 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest

Sansotei Ramen

Sansotei Ramen is a ramen restaurant specializing in tonkotsu – a traditional soup-meal in a creamy broth made with pork. There are few dishes on the menu: a selection of ramen, plus some typical Japanese starters (gyozas, fried chicken…). Simple but wonderfully executed classics, and above all, terribly comforting. For summer, the rue Sainte-Catherine restaurant boasts a pretty little terrace in front of its facade; like the establishment itself, it’s sober but welcoming, elegant in black tones with a touch of wood. A great way to stay in the mood while enjoying the charms of summer!

370 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest

Café Il Cortile

Café Il Cortile is definitely one of Montreal’s best-kept secrets! Here’s a hint: in Italian, il cortile means the courtyard, the garden. And in this respect, it’s hard to beat: a wonderfully flower-filled interior terrace with a cinematic feel, from which you’ll probably never want to leave. In short, the ideal setting for savoring fine Italian cuisine! Delicately flavored pasta rubs shoulders with meats and fish prepared in mild Mediterranean sauces – all to be enjoyed, of course, with a glass of fine Italian wine. The perfect place to treat yourself and impress your guests!

1442 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest

Café de Montréal

Café de Montréal is a café by day and a cocktail bar by night. In short, the place to be all day long! On quiet rue de Maisonneuve, this little hidden treasure has set up a pleasant terrace, where you can enjoy one of the house specialties. Fresh, tasty dishes; simple and unpretentious, but gourmet and extremely satisfying. Whether it’s for breakfast or happy hour, you now know your new favorite spot!

1101 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest

Tiradito

Tiradito is a warm, Peruvian-inspired restaurant that will satisfy even the most demanding palates. The cocktail menu is well-stocked, the mezcal selection is to die for, and the food is exquisite. The charming street-side terrace lets you enjoy all this while soaking up the sunshine.

1076 Rue de Bleury

Chifa

Restaurant Chifa offers Chinese-Peruvian cuisine that’s sure to delight. Specialties include signature cocktails, ceviche, fried rice and Peking duck, all of which are sure to make for an excellent evening.

1080 Rue de Bleury

Escondite

Escondite is delicious Mexican food: homemade guacamole, tacos, ceviche… Nothing less. For those with a sweet tooth, the Escondite Experience offers a superb selection from the menu, to share (or not…). Join the colorful, offbeat world of Escondite for lunch, dinner or even brunch!

1206 Avenue Union et 1224 Rue Drummond

Biirū Izakaya

Located just a few steps from lively Rue Sainte-Catherine, Biirū Izakaya is a delicious restaurant serving shareable Japanese dishes. Gyozas, tatakis and grilled meats await you! During the summer months, a superb, finely decorated terrace welcomes you. Enough to escape for an evening.