Tone | Montreal Restaurant Rap Reviews

The iconic Zak’s Diner opens its fifth location in the trendy Westboro Village area of Ottawa

March 11, 2023March 11, 2023 Tone

Readers of my stories on Ottawa will be very familiar with the fact Zak’s Diner has become a true “go-to” stop in the Nation’s capital. Established in 1986 by John Borsten and some partners, one of whom had a son named Zak, there are now five separate locations for this ’50s-themed eatery: the happening Byward Market, Elgin Street, Carleton Place, Kanata and now the Westboro Village area at the spot that previously housed the once popular Savoy Brasserie.

The new Randy’s Bistro in Montreal West already attracting a loyal following

March 8, 2023March 17, 2023 Tone

For Ryan Silkey, opening a new restaurant on the main drag of the town he grew up in is special for many reasons. Randy’s Bistro is named after Ryan’s late dad. It debuted last September on Westminister Avenue in the space that formerly housed Pasteizza.

The iconic Marathon Souvlaki: popular menu has remained the same for more than four decades

February 10, 2023February 11, 2023 Tone

It all began for the iconic Marathon Souvlaki in 1978 with a small restaurant on Notre Dame Street in Chomedey, Laval, containing five tables and focusing mainly on takeout and delivery.

Athena Pizzeria restaurant, a great new find on West Island

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022 Tone

Every neighborhood has a cozy dependable pizzeria in Montreal. The West Island has a handful of great pizzerias. I discovered Athena Pizzeria in Pierrefonds-Roxboro close to Boulevard Sources. This fine eatery is no stranger to the loyal patrons of the area. If you bowl at Bowl-O-Drome, you will most likely grab a sub or pizza at Athena Pizzeria.

Brasserie Blandino is a solid addition to the Decarie restaurant scene

September 17, 2022September 17, 2022 Tone

Blandino is a neighbourhood Italian-inspired seasonal brasserie using fresh market produce with local inspiration. This staple Midtown restaurant is named and pays homage to Carmelo Blandino.

Tony Medeiros and his wife get B12 Burger for Le Burger Week 2022

September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 Tone

The good folks of Le Burger Week send us some burgers from B12 Burger for Le Burger Week 2022 which ran from September 1-14. Our food delivered by Doordash.

Burger Fiancé is a hit with locations in Old Montreal and Dollard des Ormeaux

September 1, 2022September 1, 2022 Tone

Jonathan Dresner, who is behind the concepts of Notre Boeuf de Grace and Pigeon Café, has another winner on his hands in Burger Fiancé.

Tony Medeiros and his wife take their bellies to 3 Amigos for a fiesta in the West Island

July 17, 2022July 18, 2022 Tone

My wife and I wanted something festive for our lunch on a hot and breezy Thursday. We were invited to review one of the West Island’s new trendy Mexican restaurants. 3 Amigos is now located in the West Island at 50-A Brunswick Boulevard in Pointe-Claire.

Baskin-Robbins Canada launches Flavour Slam for National Ice Cream Month

July 8, 2022July 8, 2022 Tone

As part of its efforts to celebrate National Ice Cream Month, Baskin-Robbins Canada takes its passion for flavours to an entirely new level.

Miranda Medeiros and her friend Kate try a new fried chicken burger with jalapeños, created by Chef Martin Juneau for Benny&Co.

June 8, 2022June 9, 2022 Tone

Miranda and her friend Kate were generously invited to the grand introduction of Chef Martin Juneau to Benny&Co. in Old Montreal. There was excitement in the air, the grand unveiling of the fried chicken burger with jalapeños created by Chef Martin Juneau set all hungry eyes upon this new creation. The chicken burger has always been in the backdrop for chicken restaurants unless chicken burgers are your main meal. Benny&Co. with the help of Chef Martin Juneau has created a far superior chicken burger that comes to the forefront as a standalone meal.