Best Burgers in Little Italy, Montreal (2026)
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Little Italy is one of Montreal's best neighbourhoods for eating. Jean-Talon Market anchors the north end; Dante Street has the old-school Italian spots; Saint-Laurent and Saint-Zotique split the food scene in different directions. Uniburger's Little Italy location sits on Saint-Zotique Est, one block from Jean-Talon metro — a low-key location in a neighbourhood that takes food seriously.
The Neighbourhood
Little Italy in Montreal is dense with restaurants that have been around for decades alongside newer openings that lean into the neighbourhood's reputation. The market draws weekend crowds who then stay to eat. On weekday evenings, it's one of the more relaxed eating destinations on the island — not a scene, just a neighbourhood with good food.
Saint-Zotique Est has a mix of residential buildings and food spots that cater to locals rather than tourists. Uniburger at 50 Rue Saint-Zotique Est fits that profile — it's not a destination restaurant, it's the answer to what's for dinner.
Uniburger Little Italy
The Little Italy location runs the full Uniburger menu: 100% AAA Canadian Beef, fresh never frozen, smashed to order on a flat-top grill. Same Martin's potato rolls, same Uniburger special sauce, same fresh-cut fries and poutine. Open until 11 PM daily.
Why Smash Burgers Work Here
Little Italy is a neighbourhood where food quality is taken as a given — you're surrounded by restaurants that have been doing things right for a long time. The smash burger fits because it's genuinely good food made simply. Fresh beef, high heat, the Maillard reaction creating a crispy crust in seconds. Nothing elaborate, nothing gimmicky. The neighbourhood doesn't need gimmicks.
Location Details
- Address: 50 Rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1K6
- Phone: 514-419-2864
- Hours: Open daily until 11 PM
- Transit: Jean-Talon metro (Orange Line), 1 block south
Order Online from Little Italy
Online ordering for pickup and delivery is available through uniburger.com. Select the Little Italy location at checkout. EnjoyTravel ranked Uniburger the #1 burger in Canada — that standard applies at Saint-Zotique the same as anywhere else in the chain.
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