Laval / du Mont-Royal

Full-range bookstore offering new & used titles, including literature, children's & comic books.

Carefully curated vintage pieces with intricate patterns hang in rows throughout this colorful shop, where house music keeps you dancing while you hunt for deals.

Kouign amann, a classic cake from Brittany, & other French treats are crafted at this rustic bakery.

Melt-in-your-mouth maguro futomaki and uni carbonara showcase technically precise sushi alongside inventive Japanese dishes in a lively bar setting.

Pistachio drinks and carefully plated Latin brunch dishes like papas benditas draw crowds to this warmly decorated Plateau spot.

Mushroom and swiss burgers with crispy fries arrive fast, paired with genuine staff who explain rewards and slip student discounts without asking.

Curated vintage clothing pairs with espresso and matcha tonics in a sprawling cafe space where you can linger on oversized couches by street-facing windows.

Ruffled wide noodles absorb bold sauces with impressive flavor, and creative dim sum presentations stand out visually, though watch the salt levels.