Two rooftop terrasses in Old Montreal for summer
Terrasse Nelligan and Terrasse Place d'Armes offer panoramic views, Mediterranean plates, and the city's best golden-hour drinks.
Summer terrasse season in Montreal peaks on rooftops overlooking the Old Port and downtown core. Two spots in Vieux-Montréal are worth the reservation.
Terrasse Nelligan, perched on the fifth floor of Hotel Nelligan at 106 rue St-Paul O., brings Mediterranean-inspired dining with views of the Old Port and Saint Lawrence River. The menu spans fresh seafood and elevated plates alongside indulgent offerings like caviar paired with champagne. Signature cocktails and curated wine lists anchor each evening. On weekends, DJ sets add atmosphere without overwhelming the table conversations. The space feels European in temperament — polished but not stiff.
Terrasse Place d'Armes sits eight storeys above the city at Hotel Place d'Armes, 55 rue Saint-Jacques, commanding views of both Old Montreal and downtown. This spot nails golden hour: perched high enough to catch the light bouncing off the skyline, intimate enough to linger through dinner. The seasonal menu keeps pace with summer's rhythm, paired with signature cocktails designed for the long evening stretch. Sunset drinks, dinner with friends, or weekend brunch all work here.
Both terrasses capture the unrushed pace of Montreal summer — the kind of evening where the city lights up and nobody's in a hurry to leave the table.