The Mile-End is actually a small subsection of Montreal’s Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood. However, Mile-End residents are quick to point out that the Mile-End is far more multi-cultural than the rest of the Plateau district. The Mile-End is also the home of many Montreal artists and musicians. Because of this eclectic mixture of residents, the Mile End is surrounded by various art galleries, boutiques, designer shops and cafés.
A Multicultural Neighbourhood
Mile-End is easily one of Montreal’s most multicultural districts. This neighbourhood features many authentic cafés, bars and restaurants from many of Montreal’s ethnic communities. Thanks to this ethnic blend, you will find many great galleries, boutiques and grocery stores. Historically, this district consisted mostly of Greek, Italian and Jewish communities. Today, you will still find these communities along with a wide range of other communities that call the Mile-End their home. These communities include European, African, Asian and Latin communities.
A Creative Neighbourhood
The Mile-End is where some of Montreal’s most creative individuals live. The residents of the Mile End tend to be artistic individuals who are eco-friendly and care about the environment. There are various painters, musicians, actors and writers located in this small subsection of Plateau Mont-Royal. Perhaps this is the reason why the area has so many Yoga studios.
Sunday Tam Tams
In the summer, the Mile-End residents living near Park Mont-Royal get together every Sunday for a jam session known locally as the tam tams. Various Mile-End residents and other locals from around Montreal gather together to bang to the rhythm of African drums. This event has been taking place for several years and continues to grow each year.
Landmarks and Attractions in the Mile-End Neighbourhood
The three most important streets crossing the Mile-End include boulevard St-Laurent, Avenue du Parc and St-Urbain. Other major streets that pass Mile End include Van-Horne, Mont-Royal and St-Joseph. Some of Montreal’s more famous attractions and landmarks that are located in the Mile-End include Little Italy and the Jean-Talon Market, which happens to be Montreal’s largest public market.
Famous Bagel Bakeries in Mile-End
Montreal’s two most famous bagel bakery shops, St-Viateur Bagel and Fairmount Bagel also happen to be located in the Mile-End Area.
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October 17, 2021 at 8:40 pm
Le Ritz PDB Locals argue whether this pocket-size indie music bar Le Ritz PDB (“Punks Don’t Bend”) is actually in the Mile-Ex. It’s a 5-minute walk away, and the borders are loose, so most say yes. Le Ritz is the former Il Motore, a cult dive bar beloved of city’s indie scene. It’s co-owned by Montreal concert promoters Blue Skies Turn Black, who are known for their five-star indie music rolodex. The venue has been newly redesigned since its Il Motore days—its much more pleasing aesthetic includes walls of colored wood strips—but it’s still the place that hosts some of Montreal’s most memorable music soirees like Pawa Up First and Solids.