Montréal
Completely concealed from the street, Big in Japan always amazes first-timers. There you are walking along bustling St-Laurent, you find the unmarked door…
Must-see nightlife in Québec
Montréal
An artsy-chic crowd of (mostly) Francophone bons vivants and professionals loves this cozy wine bar. The staff know their vino and the extensive list is…
Québec City
Anchor tenant on Rue St-Vallier Ouest in up-and-coming St-Sauveur, Griendel occupies a huge old corner shop with lots of windows and great light. Choose…
Québec City
With its unmistakable sign of a laughing, dancing monk saucily lifting his robes, this bar has long been the watering hole of choice for Québec's night…
Montréal
Cheap, gritty, loud, fun and a little bit out of control – just the way we like our dive bars. Live bluegrass and rockabilly bands and bedraggled hipsters…
Îles de la Madeleine
The islands' very own beachside microbrewery is a must-stop: the beers are fantastic, and you can tuck into sea-themed snacks (smoked mackerel, oysters,…
Montréal
This permanently docked boat-bar nestles along the canal in front of a lovely pedestrian bridge. The over-45-year-old vessel has been converted into an…
Montréal
Once a down-and-out watering hole dating from the 1920s, this beautifully renovated tavern recalls a classic French bistro but with a long bar, English…
Québec City
A darling of the city’s wine connoisseurs, this convivial brick-walled wine bar and bistro pours an enticing and ever-changing array of wines from all…
Montréal
The Majestique manages to be both kitschy and classy at the same time, with wood-paneled walls, warm lighting and a buck's head presiding over the tables…
Old Montréal
Easily the most spectacular cafe in Montréal, Crew converted the old Royal Bank into a caffeine and laptop powerhouse. Order from a teller, then sip green…
Montréal
Cuban cigars and fine whiskies are partners in crime at this classy 1930s-styled joint, hidden near the industrial sector of the Mile End. The well…
Québec City
Set clandestinely in the vaulted brick cellar of one of the city’s oldest surviving houses (dating from 1754), this great tavern pours excellent Québec…
Québec City
This bar's Back to the Future-ish name is no accident: the entire interior evokes the 1980s, or at least an idea of what the '80s were about – old-school…
Québec City
St-Roch’s friendliest microbrewery features a full rainbow of flavors, including specialty brews like Emily Carter blueberry beer, maple-laced…
Québec
A very short distance from the Lévis ferry landing, this microbrasserie in place for over a decade serves up to a dozen craft beers that change daily;…
Québec City
This very comfortable pub spread over two large rustic rooms in the Limoilu district across the St-Charles River serves dozens of its own brews, including…
Québec
Live music, strong beer, an outdoor garden where the cool kids hang out and a laid-back vibe that's not afraid to throw down and party – this beloved…
Québec City
One of the most interesting microbreweries in town, Noctem goes beyond the blonde (lager), blanche (white), rousse (red) and IPA tick list to offer a…
Montréal
A mix of cafe, cocktail bar and bistro, Le Darling is a one-stop spot for top-notch drinks and bistro-quality eats. Straddling a corner on Blvd St-Laurent…
Montréal
A fun neighborhood spot, with outdoor seating, an impressive central bar and live music, Bar Social Verdun is a welcome addition to this up-and-coming…
Québec City
The star player on Québec City’s tiny gay scene, Le Drague is a large club with an attractive outdoor terrace that gets packed in summer, a dance bar and…
Québec
This wonderful pub with a branch in Québec City serves dozens of its own brews, including La Souche Mango #5. The food is mostly a cut above pub grub:…
Montréal
With its engaging decor and a great location, Bar Waverly has established itself in the Mile End bar scene. A full selection of cocktails is complemented…
Old Montréal
Named after the famous Montréal religious order of nuns founded by St Marguerite d’Youville, this swanky concrete-chic bistro-brasserie is equal parts…
Montréal
One of the pioneers of ‘tavern chic,’ Bily Kun is a favorite local hangout for a chilled evening among friends. First-time visitors usually gawp at the…
Old Montréal
For some of the tastiest cocktails in Montréal, look for the neon-lit green pineapple and descend the stairs to this vaguely tiki-inspired bar hidden…
The Laurentians
Laid-back and brimming with local color, this microbrewery complements its own creations with a plethora of other brews from the surrounding area. Chill…
Québec City
This cooperative St-Roch microbrewery, in place since 1997, is beloved for its spacious tree-shaded deck and its ever-evolving selection of some 30 home…
Montréal
In a previous life this stylish but industrial hideaway was a fur factory, and its raw concrete pillars, copper bar and modular light fixtures form the…
Old Montréal
Playing heavily on churchy themes, Le Confessionnal is a tempting spot to wrack up a few sins. It has low red lighting, a glowing alabaster-like bar and…
Montréal
Despite the name, this colorfully designed izakaya doesn't serve much biirū (beer). What it does have: creative cocktails, tasty snacks and a festive…
Montréal
Its espresso is excellent, yet this rocking, no-frills Italian cafe is all about atmosphere, as young good-looking baristas whip up smooth caffeinated…
Montréal
An icon of Montréal's brewery scene, Le Cheval Blanc has about 10 drafts on hand, all brewed in-house, as well as some Belgian options by the bottle. It's…
Montréal
Datcha is a small night spot with a tiny dance floor that draws a laid-back, groove-loving crowd enveloped in the fog machine. Eclectic DJs from around…
Eastern Townships
Sherbrooke's historic train depot houses this atmospheric microbrewery with nearly a dozen beers on tap, including Siboire's own IPA, wheat beer, oatmeal…
Montréal
A good spot to enjoy an evening of eclectic offerings, from jazz to chansons with a craft beer, cocktail or digestif in hand. The interior is sprinkled…
Old Montréal
A major stop for local scenesters rotating between watering holes in the old city, Philémon is carved out of stone, brick and wood with large windows…
Montréal
Roll into this slice of the Scottish Highlands in the heart of the Quartier Latin and sip from the selection of more than 140 scotches and whiskeys, as…
Old Montréal
Flyjin walks a fine line between speakeasy and high-end Asian brasserie, serving up tender sashimi, tuna tataki and green papaya salad to a party-minded…
