3 editor picks in Montreal.
3 french bistro places in Montreal we have eaten in, sorted by editor score. All cuisines in Montreal | French Bistro across every city.
The French bistro spans Montreal's extremes. Au Pied de Cochon on Avenue Duluth is Martin Picard's temple of Quebecois excess, home of foie gras poutine, while Vin Mon Lapin in Little Italy, from the Joe Beef family, placed fifth on North America's 50 Best in 2026 with snacks from a handwritten card. Foiegwa splits the difference in Saint-Henri, a neon-lit French-American diner where escargots share the menu with a cult double cheeseburger.
Vin Mon Lapin, from the Joe Beef family in Little Italy, Montreal, placed fifth on North America's 50 Best in 2026 for its snacks and natural wine.
OrderWhatever oyster or vegetable snack is on the handwritten card.
TipBook the day reservations open a month ahead; a few counter seats are held for walk-ins.
Au Pied de Cochon is Martin Picard's temple of Quebecois excess on Avenue Duluth in Montreal, home of foie gras poutine and the theatrical duck in a can.
OrderFoie gras poutine and the canard en conserve.
TipPortions are enormous and rich; come hungry and plan to share every dish.
Foiegwa is a neon-lit French-American diner in Saint-Henri, Montreal, plating steak frites, escargot and a cult double cheeseburger late into the night.
OrderThe Foiegwa burger, or the escargots and steak frites.
TipLate-night weekends are the vibe; the burger and a martini is the classic order at the bar.
Guided tour · 1 hour
You will enjoy a food tasting of maple syrups and various maple products from our maple grove. You will learn about the history, harvesting, and different uses in cooking.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover the Mile End neighbourhood in Montreal on a guided foodie walking tour. Enjoy 7 food/drink tastings, and learn about the history of Mile End and its culturall...
Guided tour · 3 hours
Taste your way through Montreal’s Mile End on a guided tour featuring warm wood-fired bagels, classic poutine, street-style gnocchi, and a savory Mediterranean secret dish.
