MTL à Table is a unique celebration of Montreal’s vibrant culinary scene. From Oct. 30 to Nov. 16, the event features over 150 restaurants across the city offering three- to four-course tasting menus ranging from $35 CAD to $80 CAD. With a list this expansive, decision fatigue is bound to set in for adventurous McGill and Montreal foodies eager to try out some new spots. To counter that, The Tribune has compiled a list of must-try spots before the event is over.  

Downtown

If you find yourself in downtown Montreal, you must stop by Brasserie Le Pois Penché, located at 1230 boul. De Maisonneuve Ouest, for a delicious three-course menu for $65 CAD. On a cold Montreal evening, this is the perfect spot for a meal that warms you from the inside out. Its French classics are unmatched, especially its French onion soup. This traditional brasserie is highly acclaimed for its other French fare as well, such as its delectable onglet à l’échalote and frites. This year, Le Pois Penché is partnering with MTL à Table to offer an affordable brunch menu for $25 CAD, perfect for a leisurely weekend meal with friends!

Old Montreal

Kwizzin Vieux-Port, located at 311 rue St.-Paul Est, serves Afro-Caribbean flavours with a Montreal flair. The vibrant fusion restaurant is serving up a four-course menu for $80 CAD that blends traditional Caribbean spices with modern culinary techniques to create mouth-watering dishes. We recommend the duck foie gras with Haitian-style corn soufflé to capture the unique culinary experience of this establishment. The natural and inviting atmosphere will leave you wanting more—especially on their featured jazz nights every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.!

Plateau-Mont-Royal

Chai-Yo, nestled in the heart of the Plateau right past Square St.-Louis, features an entirely plant-based, vegan menu. For this limited time, it is offering a three-course menu for $35 CAD. Its culinary mastery rests in its addictive, flavorful dishes, inspired by the fusion of street food and traditional Southeast Asian family recipes. For diners who grew up with traditional Thai and Chinese flavours, this restaurant’s comforting dishes are guaranteed to bring back childhood nostalgia. The fried brussels sprouts with peanut sauce and braised seasonal vegetables in a five-spice sauce satisfy every craving for warm, hearty Thai and Chinese comfort food. 

The Plateau is also home to Le Virunga, located at 851 rue Rachel Est, a 2025 Michelin restaurant that celebrates West African cuisine with enthusiasm and passion. For $65 CAD, this three-course menu will take you on a journey from Mali to Senegal to Cameroon and back, filling you up with rich and satisfying dishes. With a wine list featuring a 100 per cent South African selection, diners are guaranteed to experience a traditional African experience featuring Congolese and Nigerian dishes with a modern Quebecois flair. Order the cream of sweet potato soup followed by the slow-cooked beef chuck roast from Bon Boeuf and enjoy a truly unique culinary masterpiece. 

Little Italy

If you’re looking for traditional Italian food that will transport you to the heart of Naples, look no further. Boggeta Pizzeria is a classic spot in Little Italy, perfect for a cozy, satiating meal, warmed by a huge wood-fire pizza oven (shipped in one piece from the port of Naples). The four-course menu is offered for $50 CAD, and it is remarkably simple and unchanging—a testament to long-lasting Italian culinary tradition. This restaurant’s ingredients are always fresh and bold, allowing for the beauty of simplicity to shine, where the fresh ingredients speak for themselves. The authentic Napolitana-style pizza is a must-try, defined by its raised golden crust and traditional ingredients that explode with flavour. 

Sud-Ouest

Heni Restaurant, located at 2621 Notre-Dame Ouest, is frequently voted one of Canada’s best restaurants. It was a finalist on Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants in 2024, charming diners with its Middle Eastern cuisine that boasts seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness. For this select menu, Heni is offering a four-course menu for $65 CAD. This unique restaurant combines flavours of Southwest Asia and North Africa in a refined and inviting space. Their menu tells a story of the chef’s heritage through its inventive menu, crafted with local expertise and attention to every detail.