Un Bon Ma’Tine!

1310 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Est, Montréal, QC H2L 2A5

UPDATE: MA’TINE HAS CLOSED

I can’t believe it’s already August! I’m keeping my fingers crossed for an Indian summer and I’m trying to enjoy every last bit of sun in our city. That means that when I eat out, it needs to be on a terrace.

In my opinion Ma’Tine, located in the gay village, has one of the loveliest terraces of any Montreal brunch spot. No matter the time of day, brunchers have a glass of wine or bubbly in hand, there is just the right amount of shade from lovely trees in the garden, and it is surprisingly quite large.

Order a delicious latte to wake you up, or one of their specialty drinks (think iced lemonade with mint and cucumber) to cool off.

Their menu is anything but ordinary. With a solid selection to choose from, sample sweet and savoury dishes that are both tasty and original. We ordered the brioche with homemade lemon curd and fresh rhubarb as well as a thick slab of bacon topped with roasted red peppers, beans, and mixed  greens.

If you are looking for a place where you could brunch outdoors and soak in some of the ephemeral Montreal sun, I highly recommend Ma’Tine. Afterwards, take a stroll down adjacent St-Catherine street. This section of the street is covered in floating pink balls and is definitely a sight to see. Makes for the perfect afternoon in the gay village!

What I wore: Floral Shorts, White Tank, Sandals, and Sunglasses
Stay in the know: Closed on Monday and Tuesday

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