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Montreal · French · moderate
Le Pégase
Le Pégase is worth putting on the shortlist for Tartare de truite and Foie gras au torchon—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Montreal · 6 ranked picks
6 Best Date-Night Restaurants in Montreal
Le Pégase leads this shortlist.
By TastyPals Editorial TeamUpdated July 21, 2026
6 ranked picks
Why this pick & planning notes
Le Pégase is worth putting on the shortlist for Tartare de truite and Foie gras au torchon—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
What to order: Tartare de truite, Foie gras au torchon, Profiteroles au bœuf braisé et fromage de chèvre
French bistrodate nightdinnerromantic
Sources checked
- Official source — Le Pégase's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
#2
Old Montreal · French · splurge
Le Club Chasse et Pêche
Le Club Chasse et Pêche is worth putting on the shortlist for Louis Roederer 'Cristal' Brut 2015 and Jacques Selosse, Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 'Initial' Brut—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Le Club Chasse et Pêche is worth putting on the shortlist for Louis Roederer 'Cristal' Brut 2015 and Jacques Selosse, Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 'Initial' Brut—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
What to order: Louis Roederer 'Cristal' Brut 2015, Jacques Selosse, Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 'Initial' Brut, Krug 'Grande Cuvée' 172° Edition Brut
Special occasionspecial occasiondate nightromantic
Sources checked
- Official source — Le Club Chasse et Pêche's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Old Montreal · French · splurge
Restaurant Bonaparte
Restaurant Bonaparte is worth putting on the shortlist for Bisque de homard relevée au gingembre and Crème brûlée et foie gras de canard poêlé sur toasts de pain d'épices—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Restaurant Bonaparte is worth putting on the shortlist for Bisque de homard relevée au gingembre and Crème brûlée et foie gras de canard poêlé sur toasts de pain d'épices—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
What to order: Bisque de homard relevée au gingembre, Crème brûlée et foie gras de canard poêlé sur toasts de pain d'épices, Salade de homard, vinaigrette à l'huile de noisette et sirop d'érable
Special occasionspecial occasiondate nightromantic
Sources checked
- Official source — Restaurant Bonaparte's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
#4
Montreal · Japanese · splurge
Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant
Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant is worth putting on the shortlist for FUTOMAKI BLUEFIN & UNI DE HOKKAIDO and ORA KING TARTARE—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant is worth putting on the shortlist for FUTOMAKI BLUEFIN & UNI DE HOKKAIDO and ORA KING TARTARE—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: FUTOMAKI BLUEFIN & UNI DE HOKKAIDO, ORA KING TARTARE, BEEF TARTARE
Sushidate nightdinnerclean
Sources checked
- Official source — Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
#5
Downtown · Japanese · splurge
Kyodai Izakaya
Kyodai Izakaya is worth putting on the shortlist for Karaage fried chicken and Takoyaki—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Kyodai Izakaya is worth putting on the shortlist for Karaage fried chicken and Takoyaki—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Karaage fried chicken, Takoyaki, Spicy Tantan Chicken Ramen
Sushidate nightdinnerclean
Sources checked
- Official source — Kyodai Izakaya's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Outremont · Japanese · splurge
Nikkei MTL
Nikkei MTL in Outremont is a standout stop in Outremont. It is a natural choice when you are planning around Outremont.
Why this pick & planning notes
Nikkei MTL in Outremont is a standout stop in Outremont. It is a natural choice when you are planning around Outremont.
Keep in mind: Popular services can book up; confirm current hours, menu availability, and reservation terms with the restaurant.
Sushidate nightdinnerclean
Sources checked
- Official source — Nikkei MTL's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the date-night restaurants details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
Practical notes
What to plan for before you book — spend, reservation strategy, and who should skip this guide entirely.
- Expected spend
- Mid-range to upscale across these picks — budget around $80–150 per head with drinks.
- Booking strategy
- Reserve 7–14 days out for prime weekend windows. Weeknights are usually walk-in friendlier, especially in Montreal.
- What to order
- Skip the tasting menu unless the room is built for it — shared plates and one anchor dish tend to keep a date-night meal moving better than a marathon menu.
- Skip if
- you want pure value or a group plan. Date-night rooms are built for two-tops; bigger tables get a different recommendation.
Who this guide is for
The best date-night restaurants in Montreal are Le Pégase, Le Club Chasse et Pêche, Restaurant Bonaparte, and more.
The final six are Le Pégase, Le Club Chasse et Pêche, Restaurant Bonaparte, Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant, Kyodai Izakaya, Nikkei MTL.
Quick picks
Best overall for date-night dining
French • Montreal
Le Pégase is worth putting on the shortlist for Tartare de truite and Foie gras au torchon—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Best Old Montreal pick
French • Old Montreal
Le Club Chasse et Pêche is worth putting on the shortlist for Louis Roederer 'Cristal' Brut 2015 and Jacques Selosse, Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs 'Initial' Brut—the two orders to build a first visit…
Best Old Montreal pick
French • Old Montreal
Restaurant Bonaparte is worth putting on the shortlist for Bisque de homard relevée au gingembre and Crème brûlée et foie gras de canard poêlé sur toasts de pain d'épices—the two orders to build a…
Editorial details
Author: TastyPals Editorial Team
Published: July 21, 2026
Last updated: July 21, 2026
Last verified: July 21, 2026
Reviewed by: TastyPals Editorial Team
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How the restaurants compare
Google
Le Pégase
Montreal • French
4.7/5
1,218 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best overall for date-night dining
Mood
Casual
Le Club Chasse et Pêche
Old Montreal • French
4.7/5
1,114 Google reviews
Price
splurge
Best for
Best Old Montreal pick
Mood
Old Montreal
Google
Restaurant Bonaparte
Old Montreal • French
4.6/5
1,648 Google reviews
Price
splurge
Best for
Best Old Montreal pick
Mood
Old Montreal
Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant
Montreal • Japanese
4.7/5
454 Google reviews
Price
splurge
Best for
Best for FUTOMAKI BLUEFIN & UNI DE HOKKAIDO
Mood
Casual
Kyodai Izakaya
Downtown • Japanese
4.6/5
678 Google reviews
Price
splurge
Best for
Best Downtown pick
Mood
Downtown
Google
Nikkei MTL
Outremont • Japanese
4.6/5
2,105 Google reviews
Price
splurge
Best for
Best Outremont pick
Mood
Outremont
How we chose
We looked for restaurants that feel like a strong fit for the guide topic, not just the most obvious names in the city. The shortlist favors rooms with clear mood, dependable pacing, and enough distinction to help someone decide faster. Read our full methodology →
Room tone
Lighting, pace, and general energy all need to support the reason someone clicked this guide.
Food fit
We favored restaurants that feel best suited for the moment, not just restaurants with broad reputation.
Useful range
The final list tries to give readers enough variation in neighborhood, price, and style to compare real options.
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