Gone are the days when you had to go to the city to find a quality gastronomic offer. The suburbs are full of hidden treasures! Embark on an adventure and discover three new restaurants on the outskirts of Montreal.
The Xavier
Very charming, this Xavier! And intriguing, with its chic eccentric decor reminiscent of cabinets of curiosities while revealing the historical architectural details of this 1805 former miller’s house in Old Terrebonne.
You can taste surprising dishes inspired by the freshness of the market, such as the delicious Gravel of Arctic Char, Cornish Chicken, Grilled Octopus. An A+ also for the original cocktails with seasonal flavors based on homemade syrups.
As a couple, in the intimacy of the alcoves, or with friends bar-style to share dishes, Xavier offers a premium yet unpretentious experience.
► Rue Saint-François-Xavier 804, Old Terrebonne
► www.lexavier.com
Don’t talk too much
Hush, it’s a secret! You would never have guessed that a restaurant was hidden behind this anonymous door of a residential building in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.
Parles-en pas trop offers a journey back in time and a clandestine dining experience, like the hidden restaurants of the Prohibition era.
In a mysterious and cozy universe, with a kitschy decor full of surprises, we will discover local cuisine made with 100% Quebec ingredients that varies with the seasons. Great service, very interesting food and wine pairings, Sunday brunch and a superb terrace in summer.
► 5 Market Square, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
► www.parlesenpastrop.ca
The vintage
A new tapas-style gourmet restaurant has opened in Saint-Hyacinthe. Le Millésime offers a 100% local menu based on products from local producers and suppliers.
Fish, seafood, Wagyu, elk: the refined dishes served in a warm atmosphere vary with the seasons.
The wine list includes wines from Quebec and private imports. Cocktail and beer lovers are also spoiled here, with local spirits and products from the Bilboquet microbrewery, including their regular beers and certain special or limited edition draft beers.
► 1890, rue des Cascades Ouest, Saint-Hyacinthe
► www.lemillesime.ca