A true neighbourhood diner, NDG Luncheonette brings a classic American touch to Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, serving breakfast and lunch with heart and history. Owned by Sophia Khalil-Griffin and her cousin Dillon Griffin, the small 24-seat spot is as much about community as it is about comfort food.
Expect diner staples done right—a perfectly smashed burger, a hot dog with just the right snap, thick-cut BLTs, smoked meat sandwiches, and fluffy pancakes. What sets it apart? Quality ingredients sourced from local businesses like Mange-Tout’s smoked salmon and Snowdon Bakery’s fresh bread, giving these familiar dishes a Montreal twist.
Inside, the vibe is warm, unpretentious, and personal. Boxing memorabilia lines the walls, a nod to the owners’ family ties to the sport. Regulars settle into red booths, order from a menu where dishes are named after loved ones, and chat with the staff like old friends.
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