8 of Montreal’s most romantic restaurants are recognized on Canada’s top 100 list

From spontaneous date nights to Valentine’s Day dinners, the most romantic restaurants in Montreal are perfect for keeping the spark alive.

Whether you’re looking for a Michelin-starred spot or a gem tucked inside on of the city’s best hotels, these spots are guaranteed to turn up the romance—winter terrasse dotted with luxe heated domes included.

Read: 50 best restaurants in Montreal

OpenTable just released the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in Canada 2026 based on over 900,000 verified diner reviews and dining data.

Evaluated between December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025, restaurants were evaluated using ratings, five-star review percentages, reservation patterns, capacity, and search activity. 

What are Montreal’s most romantic restaurants?

Here are the most romantic restaurants in Montreal according to OpenTable’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in Canada 2026: 

1. Restaurant Ile de France

1930s luxury liner vibes? A sumptuous cocktail bar and lavishly appointed grand salle with next-level acoustics? Hidden from view for 25 years, this stunning 1930s Art Deco space on the 9th floor of the Montreal Eaton Centre—complete with original, larger-than-life vertical murals by Natacha Carlu and magnificent white alabaster vases—is home to Restaurant Ile de France (think: old-world French culinary tradition meets contemporary Montreal influence).

2. Portus360

Chef Helena Loureiro serves up next-level Portuguese dishes on the 30th and 31st floor of the EVO building downtown. Bonus: a 360-degree rotating system gives you a unique tour of Montreal while you eat.

3. Bar George

Tucked inside a stunning historic space within a chic boutique hotel a few steps from one of the world’s coolest streets, Bar George’s British Isles-inspired menu—think Scotch eggs and Welsh rarebit—shines even more amid the wood-paneled walls, soaring ceilings, and elegant, upscale atmosphere. Using local ingredients, the kitchen and bar craft dishes and cocktails as visually striking as the venue itself. And if you overindulge, you’re in luck—it’s also part of one of the city’s finest hotels.

4. Restaurant Bonaparte

This gem in the heart of Old Montreal channels the Empire style of the Napoleonic era while serving up classic French cuisine that highlights local terroir. Go for the indulgent tasting menu (in only the best ways) and stay for the exceptional wine list.

5. Gibbys

After laying into one of their juicy steaks, you’re unlikely to want to leave this almost foolishly cozy institution set in a converted 18th-century stable sporting original exposed beams, stone walls and multiple fireplaces. Gibbys takes the classics very seriously and—while other restaurants might shy away from them due to the difficulty and labour involved in their production—confidently proffers old-school dishes like chicken kiev and beef wellington that have become nearly extinct in the restaurant industry at large. For lovers of tradition and for the new school to get educated at an old school steakhouse, you come to this institution.

6. Henri Brasserie Française

From the restored stained glass to the ornate carved ceilings, the historical grandeur of the bejewelled Birks building is a feast for the eyes. Slide into a lush velvet booth for the refined French fare, and splurge on the shareable seafood platter for a glittering dinner. Or opt for a more casual, quick lunch of steak tartare or Caesar salad.

7. Maison Boulud

This is a gastronomic experience thanks to masterful techniques, cooking, seasoning, the presence of next-level ingredients, 5-star service, and an impressive wine list. You can sense a well-established confident chef delivering performances that border on perfection. Think a salad of endives, pear, blue cheese, and pecans that isn't revolutionary but leaves a lasting impression—or a perfect pâté en croûte. They also serve one of Montreal's best 60-day aged rib-eye steaks.

8. Terrasse William Gray

Perched on the rooftop of the William Gray Hotel, the winter terrasse delivers a truly unique Montreal dining experience. Savour elevated dishes and craft cocktails from the comfort of cozy, heated domes, all while taking in dazzling views of Old Montreal’s glittering skyline. It’s a warm, intimate, and unforgettable rooftop experience.

For more about OpenTable’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in Canada 2026, click here.

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