Montreal East Restaurant Scene Heats Up
Montreal East's dining scene is buzzing with new openings, with OpenTable highlighting Mon Lapin in Little Italy for market cuisine and Hoogan & Beaufort for creative, locally sourced dishes. Reservations are in high demand at these hot spots, requiring early booking for dining experiences.
- Mon Lapin was named the #1 restaurant in Canada for the second year in a row in 2024 by Canada's 100 Best magazine. It was also ranked the #2 restaurant in all of North America by the prestigious World's 50 Best Restaurants awards in 2025. - The team behind Mon Lapin includes co-owners Vanya Filipovic and Marc-Olivier Frappier. Filipovic was also named North America's Best Sommelier in 2025, and her focus on natural wines is a key part of the restaurant's identity. - Hoogan & Beaufort, located in the Angus Shops development, is helmed by chef Marc-André Jetté and centers its menu around wood-fired cooking. The restaurant's philosophy avoids processed products and emphasizes local, seasonal ingredients. - In addition to local praise, Hoogan & Beaufort has received a recommendation in the 2025 Michelin Guide and an "Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator every year since 2021. - The culinary scene in the surrounding Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie borough is characterized by an unpretentious, human-scale approach, with a mix of creative spots and classic neighborhood restaurants. The area is known for its quality bakeries, cafes, and wine bars. - Other notable restaurants in the broader area include Beba, Monarque, and Montréal Plaza, all of which placed in the top 20 of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list. - The owners of Mon Lapin opened a new establishment in December 2024 called Rôtisserie La Lune, which offers a creative take on traditional Quebec rotisserie.
