The indecent exposure took place outside the church, in front of the courtyard that joins Chapel Street.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/justin-trudeau-having-a-beer-right-katy-perry-sipping-a-drink.jpg?id=61342191&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=97%2C0%2C98%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>The dinner date that shook Montreal (and the world, for that matter) just got a little more interesting. </p><p>Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/katy-perry-justin-trudeau-montreal" target="_blank">headlines on Tuesday</a> when it was revealed that he and popstar Katy Perry shared a cozy dinner at Le Violon, one of Montreal's hottest new restaurants. But according to TMZ, that wasn't the end of their night.</p><p>In a <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2025/07/29/katy-perry-justin-trudeau-cozy-terrace-drinks/" target="_blank">follow-up story published on July 29</a>, the American tabloid site<i> </i>reported that the two were later spotted at Taverne Atlantic, a popular bar with a rooftop terrace in the city's Mile-Ex neighbourhood. TMZ even shared a shot of Perry and Trudeau strolling into the establishment — with Trudeau's arm appearing to rest behind the singer.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1950280760381845757">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>Earlier in the evening, the pair were photographed through the window of Le Violon, reportedly enjoying cocktails and a lobster dinner. MTL Blog acquired the following video of the unlikely duo chatting at the table.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMs6y6Wpq-Y/?hl=en" 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);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Danny Smiles, head chef at Le Violion, speculated on the nature of the intimate meal, saying, "I think it's friendly, but the restaurant's a romantic setting."</p><p>But what about the nightcap spot they chose?</p><p>Located on Parc Avenue, Taverne Atlantic is known for its art deco interiors, creative cocktails, and relaxed rooftop atmosphere, making it a go-to spot for date nights and casual drinks with friends alike. TMZ reported that Perry ordered a Jack and Coke, but since the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/societe-des-alcools-du-quebec" target="_blank">Société des Alcools du Québec (SAQ)</a> recently removed all American-made alcoholic products from its shelves, she settled for Canadian Club whisky. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C64klYer0tE/?hl=en" 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);">
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>And whether they're just friends or something more, Montrealers may want to keep their eyes peeled — Perry's still in town for her Bell Centre concert on Wednesday night. </p><p><br/></p><p><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></p><p><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><p><br/></p>
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