Salon Mogador
Salon Mogador has served Moroccan cuisine on Rue Beaubien Est since 2006. Its menu draws on Essaouira, the coastal Moroccan town whose ancient name was Mogador, and the warm, richly decorated room has long been a favourite for group dinners and celebrations in La Petite-Patrie. Fresh herbs, citrus and slow-cooked spices define the cooking.
How to get there
The restaurant sits on Rue Beaubien Est, a short walk west of Beaubien metro station (orange line). From the station, walk along Beaubien toward Boulevard Saint-Laurent; the trip takes only a few minutes. The area is a lively commercial strip with cafés and shops, and Jean-Talon Market is a reasonable walk to the north if you want to explore before dinner.
What to order
Choose a tajine, slow-cooked in a clay pot (the lamb version is a favourite), or a couscous such as the royal or merguez couscous. The pastilla, a sweet and savoury pastry dusted with sugar and cinnamon, is a must for first-timers. Many dishes arrive as communal platters, which makes it easy to share and sample several flavours around the table. Finish with mint tea.
Atmosphere
The décor leans into Moroccan tradition, with lanterns, textiles and low lighting that make the room feel festive. Reviews regularly mention belly dancing shows on some evenings, which adds to the celebratory mood. In warm weather, the restaurant also has an outdoor terrace.
Plan your visit
Salon Mogador has opened only on certain days, so call ahead to confirm before planning a visit, especially for groups. Reserve for weekend evenings, when entertainment draws a crowd. On weekends, the restaurant has opened earlier in the day. La Petite-Patrie is a lively neighbourhood with Jean-Talon Market and Little Italy a short walk north, perfect for a daytime stroll before dinner.
Good to know
- Address: 310 Rue Beaubien Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1R8
- Phone: 514-279-3530
- Nearest metro: Beaubien (orange line), a few minutes’ walk
- Neighbourhood: La Petite-Patrie, Rue Beaubien Est
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Budget: $$
- Terrace: Yes, in season
- Reservations: By phone; recommended for groups
- Best for: Group dinners, celebrations, date nights
- Tip: The restaurant has not always opened every day of the week; ask about weekend entertainment and current opening days when booking
Why it is on our list
Salon Mogador is a welcoming, long-running address for Moroccan cooking in Montreal, and one of the best places in the city to celebrate with a group. For more ideas in the same part of town, see our Little Italy and Jean-Talon Market food guide.
Hours, menus and prices change often. Confirm opening hours and reservation policies directly with the restaurant before you go.