Montreal: Hotspots for Crozes

Is it easy to find outstanding wining and dining venues in Montreal? Absolutely. Eight locations across the city – from the historic institution to the relaxed hideaway hangout – offer compelling proof. What unites them? A shared affection for Crozes-Hermitage wines. Karyne Duplessis Piché is our guide for this gourmet food trail.

Annette Bar à Vin
The beautifully stocked and thoughtfully curated wine list at this bar is a direct reflection of the person who selects the wines – head sommelier Hugo Duchesne who ranked second in the 2022 Best Sommelier of the Americas competition. He is a fount of knowledge when it comes to seeking out wines that stir the heart. At Annette’s, Crozes-Hermitage Syrah can be savoured by the glass – or by the magnum no less – alongside plates crafted by the highly talented chef Marc-André Jetté.

4051 rue Molson local 120, Montreal, QC H1Y 3L1 - annettebaravin.com

Hoogan et Beaufort
Crowned by the Michelin Guide en 2025, Annette Bar à Vin’s ‘older sibling’ boasts an impressive wine list curated by sommelier Hugo Duchesne. It features around 700 wines, including a broad-ranging selection of Rhone Valley offerings, some of them signature Crozes-Hermitage pours.

4095 rue Molson, Montreal, Qc H1Y 3L1 - hooganetbeaufort.com

Henri
With its chevron-patterned wooden flooring, high ceiling and ornate columns, every detail at Henri’s exudes the essence of a classic French brasserie. Even its menu features enduring favourites such as beef tartare and garlic snails, while the wine list spotlights French wine regions, Crozes-Hermitage included.

238 rue du Square-Phillips, Montreal, QC H3B 3H4 - restauranthenri.com

L’Express
A true institution for Montrealers on Rue Saint-Denis, L’Express opened 45 years ago and celebrates the French classics, both on the plate and in the glass, late into the night. Its multi-award-winning wine list is generously stocked with no fewer than 11,000 bottles, expertly curated by Mario Brossoit. Be sure to take a peek at the ‘parallel list’ which features some eye-catching mature vintages…

3927 rue Saint-Denis, Montreal, QC H2W 2M4 - restaurantlexpress.com

Monarque
A trusted address in the tourist district of Old Montreal, this locavore venue serves dishes crafted from vegetables grown less than thirty kilometres from the city, in the kitchen garden tended by chefs Richard and Jérémie Bastien. Their passion for quality effortlessly extends to the wine list where wines by Emmanuel Darnaud and Domaine des Entrefaux feature prominently.

406 rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1 - restaurantmonarque.ca

Que sera syrah
Nestled in the Dix30 district, this young and informal wine bar lives up to its name. Sommelier Pamela Sepe is a genuine Syrah aficionado. Naturally, Crozes-Hermitage wines are among the house favourites and can be enjoyed with dishes such as lamb ragu with pappardelle.

1725 avenue des Lumières Suite 20, Brossard, QC J4Y 0A5 - queserasyrah.ca

Mon Lapin
Yes, the location is appealing. Yes, the dishes are executed to perfection. Yes, the wine list is great. And it’s all down to Vanya Filipovic and Marc-Olivier Frappier. With Vanya at the bar and Marc-Olivier in the kitchen, they infuse the restaurant with their vibrant energy. Filipovic selects her winegrowers with laser-focused precision and Crozes-Hermitage is on her radar, particularly bottlings by Domaine du Chêne Vert.

150 rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montreal, QC H2S 1L8 - vinmonlapin.com

La buvette chez Simone
At La buvette chez Simone, wine is served differently. There are no frills or fuss, just great wines and good food to seize the moment. As the first bar to open in Montreal, it has a warm, congenial atmosphere and a carefully thought-through wine list where dependable pours – like Crozes-Hermitage – can be enjoyed.

4869 avenue du Parc, Montreal, QC H2V 4E7 - labuvettechezsimone.com