{"id":15825,"date":"2025-07-17T16:19:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T20:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montrealcentreville.ca\/?post_type=what-to-do&p=15825"},"modified":"2025-07-18T15:32:29","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T19:32:29","slug":"the-best-hidden-courtyards-and-terraces-downtown-montreal","status":"publish","type":"what-to-do","link":"https:\/\/montrealcentreville.ca\/en\/what-to-do\/the-best-hidden-courtyards-and-terraces-downtown-montreal\/","title":{"rendered":"The best hidden courtyards and terraces downtown Montreal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve walked by them countless times without even noticing. These hidden courtyards and secluded terraces aren\u2019t stumbled upon by chance – you need to know exactly where to look.<\/p>\n

Downtown Montreal has plenty of these discreet escapes, away from the city\u2019s noise and crowds. Here are our favorite finds, carefully tested and approved.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether it’s a sunlit lunch, a solo coffee break, a laid-back happy hour with coworkers, or an intimate dinner, we\u2019re revealing the best hidden courtyards and terraces downtown has to offer.<\/p>\n

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For a sunlit lunch or quiet coffee<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Biiru<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

The Japanese-inspired decor of this izakaya<\/strong> extends outdoors to a charming, tucked-away courtyard.<\/strong> The atmosphere here is almost intimate, ideal for savoring okonomiyaki, crispy karaage, or a comforting bowl of ramen in peace. It\u2019s shaded, discreet, and crafted with as much care as the dishes they serve.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd 1433 Rue City Councillors<\/em><\/p>\n

Escondite<\/span><\/a> (Drummond street)<\/span><\/h3>\n

Escondite means “hideaway,” and it lives up to its name. Behind this lively Mexican restaurant<\/strong> is a vibrant, boldly decorated courtyard<\/strong>. Perfect for feasting on explosive tacos or sipping a refreshing house margarita under the sun. It\u2019s energetic, inviting, and ideal for a quick lunch or festive break.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd1224 Rue Drummond<\/em><\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 Paper Hill<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Located in a cozy back courtyard<\/strong> just steps from Square Victoria, Paper Hill is a true urban oasis<\/strong>. Wooden benches, peaceful surroundings, a cozy vibe, and exceptional specialty coffee<\/strong> make it ideal for relaxing with a book or working outdoors in tranquility.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd1030 Rue Saint-Alexandre<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 Am\u00e9a<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Tucked behind an office building, this minimalist and calming terrace<\/strong> is surrounded by greenery. It’s the perfect place to sip a filter coffee or iced matcha in a zen atmosphere. An instant favorite for lovers of secret spots.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Biiru Isakaya<\/p> <\/a>\n \n

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\u00a9 Escondite<\/p> <\/a>\n \n

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\u00a9 Caf\u00e9 Paper Hill<\/p> <\/a>\n \n

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\u00a9 Selma Emna Jmii<\/p> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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