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Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has reacted to FIFA’s ruling to deduct three points from Bafana Bafana in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers…
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Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has reacted to FIFA’s ruling to deduct three points from Bafana Bafana in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers…
Another Sunday night, another eviction—or should we say evictions? For the first time this season on BBNaija No Loose Guard, two pairs of housemates were…
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-dining-room-of-damas-in-montreal-right-an-elegant-valentine-s-day-dinner-at-bonaparte.jpg?id=56119019&width=1200&height=600&coordinates=0%2C36%2C0%2C36"/><br/><br/><p>Looking to spoil your special someone with a Valentine's Day dinner in Montreal? Luckily, the city has no shortage of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/foodie-montreal-restaurants-2025" target="_self">excellent restaurants</a>.</p><p>However, some spots certainly score higher on the romance scale than others. But you don't have to play any guessing games to get it right. OpenTable just revealed its list of the <a href="https://www.opentable.ca/c/en/top-restaurants/top-100-romantic/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in Canada for 2025</a>, and plenty of Montreal spots were highlighted for their swoon-worthy qualities.</p><p>The ranking, which features a range of restaurants around the country, is based on over 900,000 diner reviews, as well as ratings, reservation demand, and how many customers tagged the spot as romantic. </p><p>From intimate French bistros to fine dining with a view, a total of eight Montreal eateries were selected.</p><p>So whether you're planning an anniversary dinner or just a cozy night out, the following restaurants set the stage for a memorable evening. Who knows? One of them could even become your go-to spot for years to come.</p><h3>Montreal's most romantic restaurants of 2025</h3><br/><ul><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/restaurant-bonaparte-montreal-old-port" target="_self">Bonaparte</a> – A classic French dining experience with old-world charm.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-best-restaurants-reviews" target="_self">Damas</a> – A high-end Syrian restaurant with a warm, intimate atmosphere.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/we-asked-montrealers-which-restaurants-should-get-a-michelin-star" target="_self">Gibbys</a> – A historic steakhouse with a candlelit ambiance.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/downtown-montreal-restaurant-le-9e" target="_self">Le 9e</a> – Elegant French cuisine with breathtaking city views.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/i-tried-modavies-3-courses-for-happening-gourmand-its-a-lot-of-food-for-39-video" target="_self">Modavie</a> – A jazz-filled bistro with a cozy and chic Parisian feel.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-restaurants-winning-awards-2024" target="_self">Portus 360</a> – A revolving restaurant serving Portuguese delicacies with panoramic views.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-restaurants-ranked-best-in-the-world-2024" target="_self">Restaurant Toqué!</a> – An upscale spot known for its refined dishes and sophisticated setting.</li><li><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/an-old-montreal-terrasse-is-hosting-jazz-brunches-with-bellinis-a-39-table-dhote" target="_self">Vieux-Port Steakhouse & Terrasse</a> – A charming steakhouse with exposed brick walls and a cozy terrace.</li></ul><p>Check out <a href="https://www.opentable.ca/c/en/top-restaurants/top-100-romantic/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OpenTable's full list</a> to discover more dreamy spots.</p><p>Now, the only thing left to do is pick a spot and try to snag a table for two.</p><p><span></span><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em><br/></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>

