Montreal's #2 restaurant showcasing natural wines and small plates. Intimate atmosphere with creative vegetable-forward menu and extensive wine selection.
Mon Lapin on Rue Roy Est in Montreal's Plateau-Mont-Royal neighbourhood is one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Canada, consistently ranking among the country's top tables since opening in 2018. The restaurant was created by the team behind Joe Beef — Vanya Filipovic, Marc-Olivier Frappier, and Meredith Erickson — as a wine-forward companion to that Little Burgundy institution, and it has rapidly eclipsed many of its predecessors in critical regard. The concept is a modern cantina: a relatively small, informal room built around a carefully curated list of natural, biodynamic, and low-intervention wines from small producers worldwide, with a kitchen that prepares intensely seasonal, largely vegetable-forward small plates designed to complement whatever is open at the bar. The pasta dishes are exceptional and have become the kitchen's most celebrated output — made fresh daily and dressed with ingredients that change with the season. The atmosphere is warm and convivial, with closely spaced tables and a noise level that reflects genuine pleasure rather than chaos. Mon Lapin does not take reservations for parties under a certain size on some evenings — checking the booking policy in advance is essential.
Signature dishes
- Vegetable Plates — $14-22
- Natural Wine Selection — $12-18/glass
Good to know
- Hours
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tuesday-Saturday
- Reservations
- Recommended
Location
55 Rue Roy E, Montreal, QC H2W 1K1
45.5189, -73.5710 View on map
Highlights
- Ranked among Canada's best restaurants since opening in 2018 — created by the Joe Beef team
- Outstanding natural wine programme from small international producers is the restaurant's foundation
- Fresh pasta dishes made daily — the most celebrated expression of the kitchen's work
- Seasonal, largely vegetable-forward small plates designed around the wine list
- Intimate, convivial Plateau-Mont-Royal dining room with warm communal atmosphere
Tips for visiting
- Check the current reservation policy — Mon Lapin operates differently from standard reservation systems
- The pasta is non-negotiable — order at least one variety regardless of what else is chosen
- Ask the sommelier for natural wine guidance — the programme is the restaurant's defining commitment
- The menu changes continuously; trust the server's descriptions of what is currently best
- The Plateau location means excellent neighbourhood bars and cafés for pre-dinner drinks on Rue Roy
Accessibility
Mon Lapin is at street level on Rue Roy Est in the Plateau. The dining room is compact and tables are closely spaced, which may limit space for wheelchair users. Accessible washroom provision may be limited by the building size — contact the restaurant in advance if this is a concern.
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Frequently asked questions
Who created Mon Lapin?
Mon Lapin was created by Vanya Filipovic, Marc-Olivier Frappier, and Meredith Erickson, the team behind Joe Beef in Montreal's Little Burgundy. It opened in 2018 and quickly established itself as one of Canada's most acclaimed restaurants.
What is the food like at Mon Lapin?
The kitchen produces seasonal, largely vegetable-forward small plates with exceptional fresh pasta that changes daily. The food is designed to complement the natural wine programme rather than stand alone from it.
Does Mon Lapin take reservations?
Mon Lapin's reservation policy has varied over time — it has operated both with and without traditional bookings. Check current policy directly with the restaurant before planning a visit.
What type of wines does Mon Lapin serve?
The wine list focuses on natural, biodynamic, and low-intervention wines from small producers across Europe and beyond. The programme is the restaurant's defining identity and exceptional in depth and curation.
What neighbourhood is Mon Lapin in?
Mon Lapin is on Rue Roy Est in Montreal's Plateau-Mont-Royal, one of the city's most vibrant and characterful residential neighbourhoods.