Top Montreal Food & Drink

Bagels are one of Montreal’s top treats and proudest culinary exports—and this hands-on, small-group cooking class will teach you all the secrets to mastering these tasty, crisp, and chewy delights. Make your own way to the cooking facilities, hosted in a charming, Mile End apartment. With your guide’s instruction, learn all about different flour varieties, how to properly knead the dough, the steps that set bagel-making apart from other breads, and how to top your bagels with your favorite seasoning.

Visit buzzing eateries and busy watering holes on this market and food tour in Montreal. Explore Jean-Talon Market and a section of Little Italy with your guide and discover ‘farm-to-table’ produce, Canada-style. Gain insight into Montreal locals’ love of fresh food and sample some yourself at one of their hole-in-the-wall eateries. Meet the producers who work hard to keep standards high, and gain insight into the Vietnamese, Italian and Latino influences spicing up Canada’s cuisine.

On this food-oriented tour, explore Old Montreal (Vieux-Montréal) with a local to go beyond the typical tourist haunts. Visit key sights such as Place d’Armes and the Saint Paul Street (Rue Saint-Paul). Enjoy gastronomic delights, from baked goods to poutine, as well as wine and beer pairings.

Montreal’s Mile End neighborhood has an abundance of eating options, but knowing where to begin can be difficult. On this guided walking tour, enjoy a cross section of the finest neighborhood bites, from falafel to chocolates to homemade gnocchi. Hear commentary about the community and get a sneak peek inside the Rialto Theatre (Théâtre Rialto), a Beaux Arts-style ‘20s theater.

If you’re not familiar with Montreal’s past, it can be difficult to fully appreciate the historical and cultural significance of Old Montreal on your own. Gain a deeper understanding of local history, architecture, culture, food, and art, and take the hassle out of finding your way around the labyrinthine cobbled streets on this small-group walking tour. Get insights from your local guide as well as recommendations on places to eat, drink, and explore.

This North City bike ride ventures deep into the vibrant, eclectic, must-see ‘hoods of the Plateau, Mile-End, Little Italy, and Mile-Ex.  You will ride parks, quiet streets and laneways, spot murals and street art, and visit the Jean-Talon farmer’s market.  A real taste of authentic Montreal lifestyle! Even locals have discovered many things not seen before on this route. This tours includes a comfy yet stylish bike, helmet (optional) and stop for a famous Montreal bagel.

Visit Montreal’s historic centerpiece on this guided walking tour of Old Montreal. Discover the history, heritage, architecture and culture in this, the oldest area of the city of Montreal, dating back to New France. Choose between a shorter tour around either the east or west sides of Old Montreal or a longer tour around both. See famous sites such as Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, Bonsecours Market, Montreal City Hall and Champ de Mars, to name a few.

Travel from historic Old Montreal to the borough of Plateau Mont-Royal on this walking tour of the city. Visit the ornately decorated Basilica then wander the streets of Vieux-Montréal while learning about the city’s history and checking out its street art. Plus, make stops in the entertainment district and Chinatown.

With so many microbreweries and taprooms—all with lengthy beer menus—choosing where and what to drink in Montreal can be a challenge. On this tour, explore the Latin Quarter (Quartier Latin) with a beer-loving guide. Visit three brewpubs, sampling two beers at each. In between drinking, you’ll get to see and hear more about nearby sights, such as Place des Arts, Saint-Louis Square, and Rue Saint-Denis.

Taste your way through Montreal’s historic Jewish neighborhood on this delicious walking food tour. Learn about the area’s vibrant culinary heritage and renowned residents as you follow your guide to authentic local eateries including a smoked meat deli, a kosher bakery and an 80-year-old dining institution. Sample neighborhood staples like cured meats, sweets and Montreal’s best bagels on the tour.

Leave the crowds behind during this half-day Montreal bike tour, covering the city’s top architecture, food, neighborhood life, and history with a local guide. Pick from among two unique tour options, each of which explores a different cross-section of this historic city’s diverse neighborhoods and fascinating culture. Best of all, keep your bike rental for the rest of the day after your tour ends. This bike tour of Montreal also includes a helmet, 21-speed bike, bottled water, one food tasting and a glass of beer or wine in historic Old Montreal.

Montreal is the headquarters of the famous DAVIDsTea and home to a diverse tea culture. On this 4.5-hour tour that includes both walking and taxi rides, meet the top tea makers in the city with the help of a certified guide. Tasting different teas along the way, visit a Victorian-style mixology bar in Montreal's trendy Mile End, a Chinese tea company that’s one of the world’s top importers, and a French tea importer. A formal afternoon tea completes your tea education.

Embark on a 3- to 4-hour beer-filled adventure through Montreal. This guided happy-hour tour offers an exclusive glimpse into three carefully chosen local breweries. Led by your passionate beer guides, explore different vibrant parts of the city, all while sipping on delicious beer flights and learning the intricacies of craft beer like pros. Get behind-the-scenes access and witness the art of beer-making firsthand. Join your certified expert and satisfy your curiosity with any beer-related questions you have.

Montreal’s Little Italy is the heart of Italian culture in our city. Join me as we explore some iconic cultural landmarks, as well as sampling Italian “caffè”. Along the way, we will stop at various eateries, where guests will have the opportunity to purchase some delicious local food. Finally, I will guide you to Jean Talon Market, where we will explore a variety of local products, as well as some unique European flavor's. While Little Italy is predominantly Italian, it is indeed a melting pot of many distinct and unique cultures. Join me as we experience them all!

Satisfy your appetite for flavors and sights on this 4.5-hour food walking tour of Montreal’s Chinatown. A knowledgeable guide takes you to seven venues to taste a variety of culinary delights, including crispy pork, barbecue pork and duck, and Hong Kong–style dim sum. Learn how to make a Bahn Mi sandwich, sample Chinese pastries at a bakery and drink tea made from leaves grown on farms in China. Along the way, gain insight into Chinatown’s history and evolution to its mix of people and cultures today.

Discover Montreal’s Jean-Talon Market on this small-group walking tour. Follow your local guide through the maze of stalls as you discover local delicacies, some of which you wouldn’t find on your own. Explore the fascinating neighborhood of Little Italy, and receive the personal attention of your guide in a small group of 12 people or less. Plus, get restaurant, wine, and beer recommendations from your in-the-know guide.

Beer lovers will enjoy this fun brewery tour of Montreal. Get a behind-the-scenes look into how beer is made at local microbreweries. Receive plenty of samples, so you can pick your new favorite beer. Don’t worry about how you’re going to get around the city after a few drinks, as you are conveniently transported by minibus. A fun way to begin a night out in Montreal.

Enjoy summer on the one and only floating terrace in Montreal! Whether you are with friends or as a couple, you will experience a magical moment on the St. Lawrence River and enjoy a unique spectacle as the city and the Jacques-Cartier Bridge light up before your eyes. Unique view of the metropolis Cruise lasting 3h30 Animation and bars available on the terraces On the terrace, enjoy the bars and musical entertainment with our live dj. An atmosphere conducive to partying and dancing!

Go behind the scenes with the chocolate makers and connoisseurs of Montreal on this 4.5-hour walking tour. Meet people from different types of establishments, including a chocolatier, Mexican chef and retailer, and taste at least nine types of chocolates along the way. Stroll through the Mile End and Plateau neighborhoods, and learn about the Mesoamerican and colonial origins of chocolate, its industrial production and the bean-to-bar movement. Come away with a palette and nose familiar with the subtleties of high-quality chocolate.

We will ride on the beautifull canal Lachine that you woudn't find on your own. We'll visit an authentic market, see historic homes , local restaurants and shops not listed in tourist guides. This will be the highlight of your stay and if you ask I'll we'll visit a spa that other guides don't have acces to. To top it all you will get pics and videos of the evening with your camera. Don't hesitate send me a message if you want a different time or last min booking.

Join the award-winning food writer, Robert, he was nominated as World’s Best Food Journalist, and Michelin Star-trained Chef for a hybrid cooking class and 4-course tasting menu. Robert has been cooking professionally for over 30+ years, has worked with generational talents and has helped develop 50+ restaurants and hotels. The experience takes place in his home kitchen, which is in a historic 1800's building in the heart of Montreal’s Old Port neighborhood. • Luxury cooking class in Montreal with an Award Winning Michelin-Star Trained Chef and Global Food Writer • A unique culinary experience where you will enjoy a 4-course Gastronomic Tasting Menu, inspired by Montreal's global food cultures • You will help prepare the menu together from scratch • Learn professional techniques such as - searing, pan-roast, sauces, presentation, knife skill, plating • Enjoy 4 tasting portions of Artisanal Wine/Beer/Cider • Vegetarian, Vegan, Lactose and Gluten free options available

Get a taste of Montreal’s multicultural flavor on this private food tour through the Mile End area. Accompanied by your guide, visit the area’s gastronomic hot-spots and discover where the locals love to eat. Enjoy the customization and focus of a private tour, and leave with confidence, knowing you know what’s good in Montreal.

Get a taste of Montreal's Jewish heritage on this small-group culinary walking tour. Montreal is the birthplace of many Jewish foods and is known around the world for its unique take on Jewish cuisine. Explore the city’s Mile End and Plateau neighborhoods and taste a wide range of exclusive local foods, including smoked meat and bagels, at popular food spots old and new. Along the way, learn more about Montreal’s Jewish community and discover the backyards and alleyways of the city’s hidden Jewish food history.