FOOD
-Joe Beef (make a rez now!)***
- Vin Papillon
- Lupita (great mexican sandwiches)
- Arthur's (best for brunch)
- Larry's (any time of day)
- Au Pied du Cochon (very fois-gras filled, a classic)
- Club Chasse et Peche (one of the best in the city)
- Maison Publique
- La Banquise or Patati-patata for poutine
- Sumac (trendy and wonderful mediteranean food)
- Gibby's - classic, old-school steakhouse in Old Montreal
- Dolcetto - fun little pizza and charcuterie spot, also in Old Montreal
- Lola Rosa - super fun McGill hangout with amazing veggie food
- Santropol Cafe - good for a quick lunch or coffee
DRINKS
- Vice versa
- Drinkerie
- Darling (also a great daytime cafe)
- Reservoir (also has a great menu)
- Big in Japan (also great food)
- Dieu Du Ciel (awesome local brewery)
- Tiradito (fun Peruvian cocktail spot)
- Mal Necessaire (tiki cocktails in Chinatown)
ACTIVITIES/SITES
- Tam tams - drum fest on Mount Royal on Sundays
- The Museum of Fine Arts on Sherbrooke
- McGill campus is super pretty - very old-school
- Old Montreal is fun to walk around
- St. Joseph's Oratory (super french and old school)
- The lookout over Montreal on Mount Royal is a must
- Atwater Market and Jean Talon Market (both big farmers markets/shops) are both really fun, even just to wander and snack