"Joe Beef is the restaurant people think of when they think about Montreal, and they’re right for it: it’s where the city’s dining buzz started, and many people who used to work have opened other places on this list. You’ll want to spend an entire evening at the original Little Burgundy location trying their take on continental classics, like over-the-top lobster spaghetti with bacon, cream, and brandy, and a whole lot of seafood-centric seasonal specials. If you can’t get a reservation on short notice, try their sister spots nearby: the cozy Liverpool House and the vegetable-focused wine bar Vin Papillon." - Ivy Lerner-Frank
Alison Slattery