Montreal can get quite cold during the winter. The best cure for the cold winter blues is a good hot meal, and by hot, we mean spicy. Beat the cool blues at these restaurants where the dishes are hot, hot, hot!
Extra spicy pad Thaï at Bangkok — Thaïland is known for its hot and spicy food. The natural heat from most of the dishes is enough to warm your insides on a cold winter day. If you’re in the mood for a bit of extra heat, head to Cuisine Bangkok in the Faubourg near Concordia. They have some of the best pad Thaï in the city. If you’re up to the challenge, order the extra-spicy pad Thaï.
Laksa soup from Satay Brothers — a small food stand serving street food from Singapore at the Atwater Market. The owners are very friendly and know the tricks of their trade. The meats are nice and juicy and all of their dishes are made with fresh ingredients and a wonderful mix of spices and flavours. Their Laksa soup is nice and hot, and always receives praise from customers.
Chili chicken from Jolee — located on Victoria in Côte-des-Neiges and serves some of the most delicious and authentic south Indian and Sri Lankan food in Montreal. The decor is very minimalistic and casual, but that’s part of the charm. If you’re in the mood for some spice, try the chili chicken. Be sure to have some naan bread on hand to cool you down. If you were pleasantly surprised by the heat of this dish, than you’ll be even more enthused when the bill comes around, as this joint is known for their inexpensive and delicious dishes.