Le St-Urbain

"Nothing quite beats a good neighborhood restaurant, and this renowned place in the Ahuntsic district is a perfect example. The direct view of the chefs in the kitchen and the natural light streaming through the large bay window make for an atmosphere that is both lively and welcoming. One whole wall is devoted to a large menu written in chalk: the attractive selection of seasonal dishes is a real pleasure to read. The kitchen does not take the matter of flavor lightly, with each dish confidently celebrating just that—Arctic char with carrots or venison with celery root are perfect examples." - Michelin Inspector

The Best Restaurants and Bars in Ahuntsic | Eater Montreal

"Owner Marc-André Royal’s intimate Ahuntsic restaurant has been channelling diners to the city’s north end for over a decade. The kitchen, now helmed by chef Lindsay McLaren, gives seasonal, local ingredients the French treatment, with a comprehensive offering of charcuterie, tartare, and magret de canard. One of Royal’s other projects, top-notch bakery La Bête à Pain, also has a neighbourhood outpost and is equally worth the detour." - Eater Staff

The Best Québécois Restaurants in Montreal | Eater Montreal

"This Ahuntsic restaurant has helped put the neighbourhood on the map with its seasonal menus, which feature market-fresh local ingredients and an appreciation for Quebec flavours. Not only is the food from chef-owner Marc-André Royal and chef Lindsay McLaren fantastic, but there’s also a stellar selection of wines to bring out the best in every dish." - Eater Staff

The Best Restaurant Desserts in Montreal | Eater Montreal

"Given that its owner (chef Marc-Andre Royal) is also behind bakery La Bête à Pain, it should come as no surprise that the desserts at his flagship restaurant in Ahuntsic are on point. Choose between options like beignets with warm caramel sauce or banana tartlet with lime and coconut." - Mallory Frayn

The Best Valentine’s Day Restaurants in Montreal (With Space) | Eater Montreal

"One of the best tables in town on any day, chef Lindsay McLaren isn’t doing a special menu, working her regular magic with fine local fare." - Tim Forster