We had been told this was a great funky area. But we found it to be a bit run down and not that interesting.

I love this area in Montreal. I like it here so much, that I prefer to stay here when I am in Montreal for business. The Plateau is international, friendly, hip, artsy and exciting! There are plenty of places for a good cup of coffee....More

The plateau reminds me of Bay Ridge. St Denis and Laurent are like Third and Fifth Avenues. The parks are similar to ones we have in the ridge and like Bay Ridge, Some mornings you can here the foghorns.

We really enjoyed our exploration of this area. So much to see. The architecture is colourful and various styles. Some have a "gothic" appearance which would surely be great at Halloween?! There are the outdoor staircases which seem to be the hallmark of this area....More

We enjoyed ambling around for half a day, especially once we got off the main thoroughfares. Plenty of good dining options and interesting architecture. Very convenient to the Metro Orange Line.

I love the neighborhood but am very sad to see the condition of the formerly proud Prince Arthur restaurant district. It needs some serious help. With St. Laurent at one end and the park with the fountain at the other, it should be a destination...More

no need to be there in winter or in other words do not go there in winter. empty streets and not very well cleaned snowy sidewalks. In summer and spring, life is back. nice small shops, cafes, bars, restaurants. you can see people from different...More