10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Quebec

"is one of Montreal’s most iconic and revered breweries that’s been hard at it for over two decades. Order the 20 consistently rotating beers on tap by the pint or tasting tray, or choose from the highly curated list of bottles either made in-house or imported from some of the world’s finest breweries. Sure, you can find their beer in corner stores all over the city, but nothing beats a pint right from the source."

"If you want a beginner's course in the vast world of craft beer, hit up Dieu du Ciel (loosely translated: Good Lord!). The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and will patiently guide you through their latest offerings. Their chalkboard menus, with some 20 different beers at any given time, might look intimidating, but this low-key microbrewery is known for a complete lack of pretension and delicious beers."

"Located just west of St. Laurent on Villeneuve, Dieu du Ciel is open seven days a week until 3 am. Considered one of the top brewpubs in Montreal and beyond, their beer menu is constantly being updated, with 15+ creative craft brews on rotation. You can choose your favorites, or have something brand-new every time you walk in the door."

"Benelux is a small chain of Belgian-style microbreweries whose seating capacity swells with the arrival of the warm weather to enjoy some of the best beer in the city. Patrons flock to enjoy casual panini and Euro-style hot dogs alongside a constantly evolving roster of IPAs, pilsners and witbiers. If the terrasse gets too full, move the party homeward with large growlers of whatever’s on tap, available for takeout until 11pm every night."

"An acronym for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, Benelux is a microbrewery with Belgian inspirations. Several delicious beers and a few small sandwiches are offered. The place is very busy, especially with students, and the service can be a bit slow because of the traffic."

"This brewpub’s Sherbrooke location is perfect for a lively 5 à 7, surrounded by regulars. Their approximately 10 beers brewed on site are sure fire crowd pleasers, and the variety leaves something for everyone. If you’re into them, we recommend you try one their excellent IPAs."

"After a day of strolling or biking along the Lachine Canal on a nice day, there’s no better way to finish it off than with a pint at La Terrasse Saint-Ambroise. The internationally loved McAuslan brewery in the Sud-Ouest area has a beer garden right outside where the brewing magic happens. Just off the Lachine Canal, terrace-goers can order a range of St-Ambroise’s alcoholic products which are all ultra fresh and on tap."

"The Terrasse Saint-Ambroise sits on the bank of the Lachine Canal in Saint-Henri, southwest of Downtown Montreal’s core and acts primarily as a showcase for the McAuslan Brewery to which it’s attached. The mood is low key and the lazy canal beside it is the perfect backdrop for a few relaxing pints. For the peckish, the terrasse serves up classic bar food and wood-fired oven baked pizza Thursdays through Sundays."

"This is predominantly a summer spot -- since the microbrewer’s outdoor patio is closed during the winter months (when you can visit them here instead). But when the sun's out, you'll want to head to the brewery on the Lachine Canal where IPAs rule the menu."

"Martine is allowing for order pickups that have been processed and paid for online. The wonderful owner is expecting to offer delivery soon... stay on the lookout for an update on their social media!"

"On the banks of the Lachine Canal, McAuslan is a pioneer among Quebec microbreweries. Here you can enjoy delicious beers as well as ciders – our favourite is their extraordinary IPA. Simple food menu offering nachos, tacos, burgers and hot-dogs."

"This landmark of downtown Montreal is an excellent example of Gothic Revival style in Canada. The detailed exterior of pointed arches, buttresses, and crenellated turrets conceals a sober but elegant wood/marble interior. Built between 1857-60 to a design by the distinguished architect Frank Wills, the structure reflects an Anglican ideal of its time: namely, a return to the English medieval church in both liturgy and architecture."

"Built in 1859 on St. Catherine’s Street (now a commercial hub), this Neo-Gothic structure still stands today as anAnglicanGothic Revivalcathedral, with religious services led by the Anglican Diocese of Montreal. The choir is nothing short of angelic, with performances taking place every Sunday. Recommended by local insider Tess Boissonneault"

"Next to the Biodome and standing 165 metres is the Montreal Tower, the highest inclined structure in the world. With a 45-degree angle, it knocks the socks off the Leaning Tower of Pisa, that’s tilted a piddly five degrees. It’s worth the ride up the glass enclosed funicular, because elevators are for old folks and the panoramic views of the city and the St. Lawrence Valley can’t be missed."

"After enjoying the gardens, you can enjoy an incredible view of Montreal from the top of the Montreal Tower Observatory. At 165 meters high with a 45-degree angle, this is the tallest inclined tower in the world. At the top of the tower, you can experience 360º panorama views. You can also enjoy a FREE tour of the Olympic Stadium with the Montreal Passport."

"The Montreal Tower Observatory (view ticket prices) can be accessed separately, and it’s a pretty quick ride to the top. Once you’re up there, the views and photo opportunities are amazing, and there’s a nice gift shop to pick up souvenirs."

"Jian bing (Chinese crepes) filled with soy bean paste, barbecue pork, and some less conventional options like jerk beef are half the offerings at this Montreal-Ouest haunt, with platters of boiled and fried dumplings rounding out the other end of the menu."

"Cocktail Antabli is a Lebanese dessert spot that specializes in over-the-top fruit concoctions (served in huge beer mugs), and so much more. They also make their own ice cream that you can either enjoy topped on one of their famous fruit bowls, or on its own, in its creamy glory. And because this isn’t the usual Italian gelato, they serve some unique flavours, like rose water, achta (sort of like panna cotta, but thickened with bread instead of gelatin), and man-salwa (a mélange of cardammon and pistachio bits)."

"It’s worth the trip off the island to give this DIX30 ice cream parlour a try. The options are endless and patrons insist this is the absolute best ice cream in town."