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Only 4 Quebec restaurants cracked Canada’s top 100 patios list and they’re all in Montreal

<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-outdoor-area-of-maison-boulud-right-hotel-william-gray-s-rooftop-patio.jpg?id=60221703&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=96%2C0%2C96%2C0"/><br/><br/><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-weather-june-2025" target="_blank">Summer weather</a> is upon us, and that can only mean one thing for Montreal: <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-rooftop-terrasses-summer-bucket-list" target="_blank">terrasse season</a> is officially here.</p><p>Every year, OpenTable releases a list of the <a href="https://www.opentable.ca/c/en/top-restaurants/top-100-outdoor/" target="_blank">Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Canada</a>, based on diner reviews and booking trends. For 2025, only four patios in all of Quebec made the cut — and every single one of them is right here in Montreal.</p><p>From hidden garden courtyards to rooftop views of the Old Port, these four local spots have clearly left an impression on diners from near and far.</p><p>Here are the Montreal restaurants that made OpenTable's 2025 outdoor dining list:</p><h3>Damas</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDCD3PYHadz/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDCD3PYHadz/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Syrian</p><p>Address: 1201 Ave. Van Horne, Outremont, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Known for its refined Syrian cuisine and colourful, transportive atmosphere, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/damas-montreal" target="_blank">Damas</a> also boasts one of the most lush and intimate patios in the city, acting as a hidden gem perfect for mezze and summer cocktails.</p><p><a href="https://www.damas.ca/menu" target="_blank">Damas Menu</a></p><h3>Ferreira Cafe</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAZq9tXoLxG/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAZq9tXoLxG/?img_index=1" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Portuguese </p><p>Address: 1446 Rue Peel, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Just steps from Peel metro, this upscale Portuguese institution offers a sleek, sun-drenched terrasse that's perfect for seafood towers, crisp sangria, and prime people-watching. It's been a Montreal favourite for years, and UFC legend Georges St-Pierre recently named it his go-to seafood spot in an <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/gsp-georges-st-pierre-hot-sauce-ufc" target="_blank">interview with MTL Blog</a>.</p><p><a href="https://ferreiracafe.com/en/pages/menus" target="_blank">Ferreira Menu</a></p><h3>Maison Boulud</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_ODT_Msq6_/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_ODT_Msq6_/?img_index=1" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: French</p><p>Address: 1228 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montreal QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Tucked behind the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/9-canadian-restaurants-were-named-among-the-best-in-the-world" target="_blank">Ritz-Carlton Hotel</a>, this elegant garden courtyard feels worlds away from the city. With a duck pond, crisp white linens, and a refined French menu built for warm evenings, Maison Boulud offers a serene and sophisticated dining escape.</p><p><a href="https://www.maisonbouludmenu.com/dinner" target="_blank">Maison Boulud Menu</a></p><h3>Terrasse William Gray</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9Ap9EvxujO/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9Ap9EvxujO/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Contemporary Québécois / International</p><p>Address: 421 Rue Saint Vincent, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: This rooftop spot is known for its <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/terrasse-season-in-montreal-kicks-off-this-week-with-the-terrasse-william-gray-reopening" target="_blank">sweeping views of the Old Port</a>, stylish vibe, and crowd-pleasing summer menu, making it ideal for golden hour cocktails or a night out with friends. While it shines in the summer, it's also famous for its <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/i-tried-a-terrasse-william-gray-heated-outdoor-dome-it-was-like-a-cozy-winter-dream" target="_blank">heated winter domes</a>, making it a year-round destination for drinks with a view.</p><p><a target="_blank">Terrasse William Gray Menu</a></p><p><br/></p><p>You can browse the full Top 100 list and start planning your next sun-soaked reservation over at <a target="_blank">OpenTable.ca</a>.</p>

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