Food itinerary: Little Burgundy and Saint-Henri in the Sud-Ouest
Looking for a spot to eat in Little Burgundy and Saint-Henri in Montréal's Sud-Ouest? Here’s a selection of the best cafés, restaurants, bakeries and other delicious addresses that spice up these vibrant neighbourhoods. Be sure to visit Atwater Market while you're in the neighbourhood!
Saint-Henri itinerary
Departure point: Lionel-Groulx metro station
Total distance: 2,1 km
Suggestions where to enjoy your meal, snack or drink: Atwater Market
Foiegwa
A charmingly retro French brasserie that wins people over with dishes that exude comfort and Montréal-style generosity. Regulars come back for the weekend brunch, the well-priced table d’hôte, the late-night menu and the irresistible foie gras.
What to order: Homemade spaghetti with butter and black truffle, burger with fries cooked in duck fat, ricotta pancakes.
3001 Notre Dame Street West
Siboire Notre-Dame
Siboire nails the balance between microbrewery and polished pub fare. People come as much for the beer brewed on-site as for the comforting plates that go with it: fish and chips, salmon tartare or their signature burger. It’s a friendly, down-to-earth spot where great beer and thoughtful pairings make all the difference.
What to order: Fish and chips with a pint of Trip d’automne.
3734 Notre Dame Street West
Bonheur d’Occasion
We love its unpretentious, welcoming vibe: a place where food and wine are genuinely taken seriously. The chef has a knack for showcasing seasonal ingredients, and it’s always a thrill to see what’s new on the menu. The wine leans natural, and whatever you do, don’t skip dessert.
What to order: seasonal menu.
4001 Notre Dame Street West
Pikliz
Pikliz is a warm, welcoming spot serving some of Haiti’s best comfort classics: tender-crispy griot, rice and peas, plantains, pikliz… all delivered with the kind of warmth and convivial energy that keeps people coming back.
What to order: Griot, goat, plantains, mac and cheese, and of course, pikliz.
4210b Saint-Jacques Street West
Maison Aïdo
At Maison Aïdo, the Beninese-born pastry chef blends French technique with West African flavours, crafting both sweet and savoury creations with real finesse. It’s the kind of place you can drop into anytime for a different kind of coffee break.
What to order: Egusi croissant (almond cream and pumpkin seeds), cashew-cream chocolatine, and whatever samosas they’re featuring that day.
4325 Saint-Jacques Street
Un Instant en Provence
From breakfast to afternoon snack, Un Instant en Provence brings the flavours of the South of France to its house-made viennoiseries, pastries, and sandwiches. It’s the perfect spot to grab a sweet treat with a café au lait… with a subtle fragrance of lavender drifting through the air.
What to order: Tropézienne tarte, vanilla flan and a pastry.
4835 Notre Dame Street West
Original article in French by Tommy Dion, adapted into English by Dawn Bessey-Gans.
Bon Délire
Bon Délire lives up to its name: a wild, high-energy dive bar that’s perfect for ending your day (or kicking off your night) on an over-the-top note, ideally around a leopard-print pool table.
What to order: A craft beer and a mustard sauerkraut hot dog.
4855 Notre Dame Street West
Little Burgundy itinerary
Departure point: Lionel-Groulx metro station
Total distance: 2,2 km
Suggestions where to enjoy your meal, snack or drink: Parc Vinet, Atwater Market
Sésame Atwater
Just steps from Atwater Market, Sésame puts a modern spin on Asian street food. It’s the kind of place that works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for a laid-back dinner designed to share.
What to order: Steamed dumpling, spicy salmon poké, crispy beef with orange sake sauce.
141 Atwater Avenue
Restaurant HENI
HENI redefines MENA cuisine — Middle Eastern and North African — by putting Québec’s local ingredients at the centre. The dishes are thoughtful, rooted in history and even better when paired with Montréal’s most refined selection of Lebanese wines.
What to order: The tasting menu, featuring cold and hot mezzes, a fish course, and a meat course. And don’t skip the kibbeh nayyeh — it’s a must.
2621 Notre Dame Street West
Mignon Petite-Bourgogne
Mignon channels the timeless elegance of a French bistro: cozy, refined and warm. With a clear nod to L’Entrecôte Saint-Jean, the place pays tribute to mastered simplicity: steak-frites with their signature house sauce. Start with a crisp green salad, finish with the chocolate mousse, and you’ve had the classic experience.
What to order: Steak-frites!
2523 Notre Dame Street West
Vin Papillon
Vin Papillon highlights market cooking at its most vibrant. The Joe Beef spirit is there, but lighter, more vegetable-forward, and paired with one of the smartest natural-wine lists in the country.
What to order: Roasted cauliflower with Parmigiano Reggiano, Little Burgundy ham with brown butter and aged cheddar, chicken liver toast…and any seasonal vegetable they’re serving.
2519 Notre Dame Street West
Liverpool House
Liverpool House is the more ocean-leaning member of the trio, alongside Joe Beef and Vin Papillon. The room feels like a fisherman’s cottage, and the vibe is loud, lively and delightfully chaotic.
What to order: Steak-frites, lobster pasta, Arctic char with Colbert sauce, seafood platter.
2501 Notre Dame Street West
Joe Beef
Joe Beef encapsulates the soul of Montréal: a raw, no-nonsense spot that pulls you into a world of comfort, warmth, decadence and over-the-top abundance. People come for the iconic dry-aged bone-in rib steak, the lobster pasta or a game-filled vol-au-vent that’s as rich as it is downright indulgent.
What to order: On an ever-changing menu, comfort food always steal the show. Think tourtière, vol-au-vent, sauerkraut, slow-cooked stews, braises…
2491 Notre Dame Street West
Restaurant Candide
A place where you can feel the chef’s connection to nature in every dish. John Winter Russell elevates vegetables like few others can, with rare simplicity and precision. A tasting menu that nourishes body and soul.
What to order: There’s no other choice but the delicious tasting menu.
551 St-Martin Street
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.