Award-winning restaurants at MTLàTABLE 2026
Gastronomy
The 14th edition of MTLàTABLE, running from October 29 to November 15, is about much more than discovering new restaurants. It’s also the perfect opportunity to savour a meal at one of Montréal’s acclaimed tables, recognized by some of the most prestigious culinary guides in Canada and around the world.
Of the 165 restaurants offering menus at $38, $55, $70 or $90, nearly 20 have earned a spot in the MICHELIN Guide or on Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants list. Get ready to make a list, here they are!
Best new restaurants in Canada
Montréal’s culinary scene has been turning heads across the country for years, with several MTLàTABLE favourites earning spots among Canada’s best restaurants. In 2014, Italian restaurant Impasto made the shortlist of the country’s best restaurants, followed by its little sister, Pizzeria Gema, in 2015. In 2023, Anemone, helmed by chefs Minh Phat Tu and Mike Madokoro, also caught the jury’s attention, as did French brasserie Le Molière, which climbed as high as No. 8 on the national ranking. The following year, Restaurant Île de France was also named a finalist.
This year, the newly released list features two MTLàTABLE participants: Hana Korean Steakhouse and 3 Pierres 1 Feu from chef Paul Toussaint.
Recognized by the MICHELIN Guide
The following restaurants have not only caught the attention of MICHELIN Guide inspectors but impressed them enough to earn one of the culinary world’s most coveted distinctions.
Annette bar à vin, helmed by chef Marc-André Jetté, is the only Bib Gourmand recipient participating in this year’s event. The distinction recognizes restaurants that offer exceptional value, with a starter, main course and dessert (or a glass of wine) for less than $70. During MTLàTABLE, patrons can enjoy a four-course menu for the same price.
The other 10 establishments have earned the MICHELIN Guide’s “Selected Restaurant” distinction, recognizing their high-quality cuisine. Among them is fine-dining destination La Chronique on Laurier Avenue West, where a four-course menu showcases premium ingredients such as lobster, wild mushrooms, venison and saffron, each treated with remarkable precision.
Just a little farther west along Laurier, Oncle Lee offers a fresh take on Chinese cuisine. Chef Andersen Lee brings his own perspective to the table, blending traditional flavours with distinctly Montréal influences.
Over in Outremont, French institution Leméac takes a more classic approach with an exclusive table d’hôte menu featuring dishes that have never appeared on the menu before. The one exception? Its beloved maple pain perdu with dulce de leche ice cream, back by popular demand.
In Old Montréal, Place Carmin is inviting both regulars and first-time guests to rediscover some of its most beloved dishes through a three-course menu. Expect house favourites such as beef tartare with potato straws and Comté, lime scallop ceviche, wild mushroom ravioli and duck à l’orange.
Just around the corner, Oncle Lee Kao takes a convivial, shareable approach to MTLàTABLE. The 2026 Chinese Restaurant Awards winner invites diners to gather around the table and enjoy a selection of seven to eight dishes designed to be shared.
Downtown, Renoir, at Sofitel Montréal Le Carré Doré, also earned recognition at the MICHELIN Guide’s latest awards. Chef Olivier Perret and his brigade bring their signature French technique to Québec’s finest ingredients, showcasing the province’s bounty with their usual finesse.
From downtown, head up to the Plateau-Mont-Royal, where chef Maria-José de Frias and her daughter, Zoya invite diners on a journey through sub-Saharan Africa at the warm and welcoming Virunga.
Nearby, the Restaurant de l’ITHQ offers a taste of the next generation of culinary talent, with students putting their skills into practice through a six-course menu that includes a cheese course.
Further east, in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Hélicoptère continues to delight diners with the creative, meticulous and original cuisine it is known for, with Québec ingredients taking centre stage.
Last but certainly not least, the BYOB Les Mômes, led by Yoann Van Den Berg, winner of the 14th season of Les chefs!, promises to take diners well outside their comfort zone. Staying true to his playful and inventive style, the chef presents a four-course menu built around unexpected pairings that range from nostalgic to daring, including beef and sea urchin, scallops and French onion soup and sweetbreads with eel.
Original article in French by Tommy Dion, adapted into English by Dawn Bessey-Gans.
Tommy Dion
Tommy is a journalist, food critic, and the founder of the blog and gourmet guide Le Cuisinomane, whose mission is to showcase Québec’s local products and gastronomy. With an in-depth knowledge of Montréal’s food scene, his expertise and professionalism make him a trusted source for all the best food spots and experiences in Montréal. In addition to tasting and writing about food, Tommy also creates content for brands, always related to food and gastronomy.