✨ Where to Go in Montréal - Week 38

Mid-September brings a vibrant mix of sounds and experiences to Montreal. This week, the city hosts everything from folk-rock royalty and reggae legends to a spectacular Pink Floyd tribute and the highly anticipated return of Canadiens hockey. Before the shows, indulge in decadent French-American comfort food at a Saint-Henri diner that serves until the wee hours of the night.

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🍱 Restaurant of the Week: Foiegwa

📍 Address: 3001 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Montréal, QC H4C 1N9

Foiegwa has taken over the diner on the corner of Atwater and Notre-Dame West, offering decadent and comforting cuisine until the wee hours of the night. Yes, “Foiegwa” is a strange name, and no, you’re not alone in being embarrassed to say it. The name comes from an anecdote from the owners. They were invited to an event in Las Vegas a few years ago to do a pop-up during the Life is Beautiful festival. Foie gras was banned in California, and throughout the evening, customers kept saying “Oh my god, it’s so good! Foie gwa! So good!” And from then on, it became a running gag. The owners started using the word as a hashtag on Instagram, and a buzz was created. Hats, jackets, and t-shirts came in, and then Foiegwa Restaurant was born.

The owners are Jérémie Falissard, Roberto Barroco, the Gauley Brothers, Louis Koorevaar, Marcus Sahou, Nicolas Dauzet, and Christophe Beaudoin. They also own Barroco and Bocata in Old Montreal. They were looking to open a place in St-Henri because of the vitality and bustle of the neighbourhood.

Atmosphere & Décor

Together, they took over the space at the corner of Atwater and Notre Dame West—where La Belle Province was for years—and turned it into an Americanized French diner. The Gauley Brothers designed the elegant and comfortable space that seats about 50. There are lots of white tiles, leather banquettes, round lamps, and marble counters; it’s chic, but just right. It feels like a diner, but with a touch of refinement.

🍽️ What to Order: Revisited French Classics

Mickaël Fischer is in charge of the menu. There, you’ll find revisited French classics at relatively affordable prices.

Snacks & Starters:

Frog Legs ($10.50): Served with Alabama white sauce—a Southern twist on a French classic.
Oysters (6 for $23 / 12 for $46): Fresh and briny, a perfect start.
Chicken Liver Mousse ($9.50): With crispy onions, apple gel, and milk bread.
Foie Gras au Torchon ($24.50): With spiced onion and red wine jam—rich and decadent.
Beef Tartare ($17.50): With truffle and 64° egg yolk.
Escargots ($23.00): In garlic parsley butter.
Foiegwa Caesar ($16.00): Heart of romaine with house-smoked bacon and Parmesan crumble.

Mains:

Spaghetti Maison Monté au Beurre et Truffe Noire ($26.50): Homemade spaghetti with butter and black truffle, 64° egg yolk, and Parmesan. A house favourite and a must-try.
Smash Burger Foiegwa ($19.95): Brioche bun, cheddar, peppercorn sauce, and fries. The burger is on Tastet’s list of the best burgers in town!
Poulet Frit, Sauce Nashville ($22.95): Fried chicken with Nashville sauce and coleslaw.
Moules, Sauce Poulette, Frites ($19.50): Mussels in a creamy sauce with fries. Extra mussels refill available.
Magret de Canard ($33.00): Duck breast from Gourmet d’Amérique, QC, with Michigan sauce and corn ribs.
Bavette de Boeuf ($41.00): Beef bavette with cowboy butter and fries.
Saumon, Sauce Hollandaise et Épinards ($28.00): Salmon with hollandaise sauce and spinach.

Desserts:

Mousse au Chocolat ($9.50): With almond tuile.
Profiteroles au Chocolat ($11.25): Chocolate profiteroles.
Crème Caramel au Méilot ($9.50): Sweet clover crème caramel.

Late Night Menu: Available 7 days a week from 9 PM. Choose from appetizers like Foiegwa Caesar or shrimp cocktail, and mains like homemade spaghetti or the Foiegwa smash burger.

🍷 Drinks to Match

On the cocktail side, Christophe concocts them. They offer a little more than a dozen options between $7 and $14, including both classics and house cocktails. As for wine, Antoinette Richard is in charge of the menu. The list includes many private imports, with Maitre de Chai, Oenopole, Boires, and Vinealis among others. A rather short menu, but with many options between $30 and $50 a bottle.

Why You Should Go

Because Foiegwa offers the perfect combination of comfort and refinement. The service is charming and welcoming, the menu comforting and delicious, and the decor very nice. Plus, the kitchen closes at 2 AM, 7 days a week, making it the perfect spot for a late-night feast. They also offer one of the most decadent brunches in town on weekends. A new favourite that we highly recommend.

🎤 Performances of the Week

Presented by MontrealNightlife.com

🎧 Bunt. at MTELUS

German electronic producer Bunt. brings his infectious, folk-infused electronic sound to MTELUS. Known for blending organic instrumentation with danceable beats, his music has garnered millions of streams and a devoted following. Hits include “Old Guitar,” “Harmony,” and “Unbreakable.” This is a night of joyful, uplifting electronic music.

📍 Venue: MTELUS, 59 St Catherine Est

🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, September 17, 2026 — 8:00 PM