New openings in downtown Montreal – September 2026

Back-to-school season is officially here, summer vacation is behind us and the routine is slowly settling back in. Luckily, September comes with plenty of good reasons to treat yourself between busy days.

And this month, the new openings are 100% food-focused: chocolate, coffee, dumplings, wood-fired pizza and French-Japanese cuisine are all on the menu. Just what we need to make getting back into the routine a little tastier, with a few new spots to discover along the way.

Cotard Chocolat – a new sweet stop at Maison Alcan

Chocolate lovers now have one more reason to make a detour down Sherbrooke Street. Cotard Chocolat has just opened a new shop at Maison Alcan, with a long counter filled with truffles, filled chocolates, bars and colourful bites that make it very tempting to build your own box.

And there’s more than chocolate. Stop by for a coffee or an ice cream, then grab a spot on the small front terrace and enjoy it at your own pace. A new sweet stop that might make the trip back to the office a little more tempting.

1186 Sherbrooke Street West

Beverly Bar+Grill – from lunch to last call

A new gathering spot has opened its doors in the Quartier des spectacles. With its high ceilings, stylish-but-not-too-serious decor and bright, welcoming atmosphere, Beverly Bar+Grill works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for a night that ends up lasting a little longer than planned.

The menu covers all the bases with tartares, pasta, burgers, tacos, meat, fish and wood-fired pizzas. There’s also a large three-season terrace and private rooms for group dinners and celebrations. And it’s open seven days a week, making those last-minute plans a whole lot easier.

310 Sainte-Catherine Street West

Sang-Ji Bao Frit – Shanghai dumplings land on Bishop

Crispy on the bottom, soft on top and filled with piping-hot broth: Shanghai’s famous pan-fried dumplings are the star of the show at Sang-Ji Bao Frit, a new spot on Bishop Street.

Behind the concept is Johnny, whose culinary background includes time at Shanghai’s renowned Lü Bo Lang. Beyond the pan-fried buns, the menu features noodle soups and other Shanghai-inspired dishes. And with an open kitchen, half the fun is watching all the action behind the counter before digging in.

1211 Bishop Street

Restaurant Fish Eye – where French refinement meets Japanese izakaya

Fish Eye delivers a wow factor from the moment you walk in. The new restaurant on René-Lévesque Boulevard pairs a bright, almost entirely white minimalist interior with playful Asian-inspired details. Stone, wood, sculptural furniture and carefully placed lighting give the space a look that feels both elegant and unexpected.

On the menu, two culinary worlds come together: the refinement of French cuisine and the spirit of a Japanese izakaya. A new spot worth checking out just as much for the food as for the stunning space itself.

1255 René-Lévesque Boulevard West

Makaya Chocolat & Bistro – Haitian chocolate comes downtown

After introducing Montrealers to its world in Lachine, Makaya Chocolat & Bistro is starting a new chapter at 1045 Côte du Beaver Hall. Behind the concept is master chocolatier Ralph Leroy, who works with Haitian cacao to create chocolates, truffles and other handcrafted treats.

But Makaya is also a bistro, where chocolate shares the spotlight with savoury dishes, crêpes, coffee and cocktails. A new spot where you can go from lunch to an afternoon treat without having to choose between the two.

1045 Côte du Beaver Hall