You’ve already got your week’s work cut out for you? So are we. Relax and enjoy a superb meal thanks to the tempting menus offered by these 10 international cuisine restaurants. Here’s our list of places to try this week, in no particular order.
1. Pikliz Comptoir Caribéen
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One of the best Haitian/Caribbean restaurants in town, this is a must. Founded by two brothers and offering a typical menu with its poul griyé, bannan pesées and shwimps, the restaurant creates its own sauces with unique flavors. A little pikliz (half sauerkraut, half hot sauce) with this, and it’s a gastronomic explosion in your mouth. Don’t miss griyo, fried pork that melts in your mouth.
Where: 4206 Rue Saint-Jacques Ouest, Montréal. Click here for reservations.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm to 9pm
2. Arepera
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Enjoy delicious Venezuelan arepas, typical Colombian/Venezuelan sandwiches. There are even gluten-free options! And don’t miss plato de pabellón, a plate served with rice, black beans, plantains and shredded beef in tomato sauce, simple and simply delectable.
Where : 73 Prince-Arthur Street East, Montreal. Order via DoorDash or the restaurant’s website for takeaway orders.
3. Le Petit Alep
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Restaurant serving Syrian and Armenian cuisine. The Alep restaurant’s little brother, it offers a menu with more modest portions and a terrace for those who want to eat in. Delicious, tasty meats and dishes with incredible flavors, this is a restaurant a few steps from the Jean-Talon market that’s well worth the trip.
Where : 191 Jean-Talon E, Montreal
When: Wednesday to Saturday, 5 pm to 11 pm
4. Tinc Set
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The restaurant’s name means “I’m thirsty” in Catalan. Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired meal accompanied by a Catalan or Spanish wine at caviste prices! The Alma’s sister restaurant, it offers a different, but equally tasty menu. Perfect for a gourmet evening.
Where : 1233 avenue Lajoie, Outremont, QC.
When: open Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m
5. Tiradito
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This Peruvian restaurant is a pleasant surprise in downtown Montreal, just off the Old Port at Places-d’Armes station. Offering a selection of fish, meat and vegetarian tapas, there’s something for everyone! Just take a look at the menu and you’ll be sold!
Where : 1076 rue de Bleury, Montreal.
When: Monday to Saturday, 5pm to 10.30pm
6. Le Blossom
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Immerse yourself in an exceptional Japanese culinary experience at Blossom. Discover traditional flavors such as miso soup and stunning sashimi plates. However, the real star of this place lies in the Temakis, or handrolls, prepared with premium nori, homemade rice and fresh fish. These hand rolls are designed for immediate tasting, allowing you to savour the crisp freshness of each ingredient.
Where: 1101 Boul. de Maisonneuve E, Montreal
When: Mon-Thu | 5-10pm | Fri-Sat 5-10:30pm
7. Ibérica:
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In the heart of the city center, Ibérica,, offers a celebration of contemporary Catalan cuisine and the soul of Barcelona. Immerse yourself in the dazzling atmosphere of this Spanish tapas bar-restaurant while enjoying a variety of authentic tapas. Every bite transports you straight to Spain, capturing the very essence of Catalan gastronomy.
Where: 1450 Peel St, Montreal
When: Wed-Fri | 11:30 to 15:00 and 17:00 to 22:30
8: Kame:
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Embark on a culinary journey to Hawaii at Kamé. Offering dishes inspired by the surf culture of the northern island of Oahu, Kamé presents a palette of flavors with delights such as pokés, smoothie bowls, spam musubi, spam burgers, taiyakis, haupia pie, malasadas, and other specialties of Hawaiian cuisine. Every bite evokes the island spirit of Hawaii.
Where: 30 Sainte-Catherine O, Montréal
When: Mon-Sat | 12:00 to 20:00
9. The Red Tiger:
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Under the direction of restaurateur Dan Pham and chef Phong Thach, discover innovative interpretations of Vietnamese street food, such as beef carpaccio with shrimp chips and traditional phô bowls. Let yourself be transported by the authentic flavors and aromas of Vietnamese cuisine, while exploring unique creations like the Vietnamese French Dip.
Where: 1201 Boul. de Maisonneuve E, Montreal
When: Mon-Thu | 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Fri |Sat 11:30 am to 3 pm and 5 pm to 11 pm
10. Bottega Pizzeria:
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Enjoy the best Neapolitan pizza at Bottega Pizzeria. Since opening in 2006, this establishment has become a benchmark for high-quality pizzas. Each bite transports you directly to Italy, offering an authentic experience of Italian cuisine. Explore the delights of Neapolitan pizza at this iconic Montreal venue.
Where: 65 Rue Saint-Zotique East, Montreal
When: Tue-Sun | 17:00 to 22:00