There’s a rich tradition of Jewish delis in Montreal, and this one has been slinging potato latkes and Montreal’s signature smoked meat sandwiches since 1946 (5265 Boulevard Décarie).

Solomon questions whether Montreal needs the added scrutiny of the Michelin Guide at any time. “Montreal is already on its own, in an underground way,” she said.

Long overshadowed by the coveted Michelin stars, the Bib Gourmand celebrates the world's best budget-friendly restaurants.

“One year ago, it was a complete surprise. It was the first year of the Michelin Guide revelation, it's only been in two cities in Canada—Toronto and then Vancouver—and I had no expectation.

Purveyor of good taste and restaurant elitism, Michelin Group at long last debuted its inaugural guide to the province of Québec last month, and its Montréal selections have gone over about as ...