The Sunday Blues in Montreal: How to Survive (and Even Enjoy) the Day After a Bachelor Party
Montreal is famous for bachelor parties — and for good reason. The city has it all: gorgeous women, world-class strip clubs, wild nightclubs, boozy brunches, craft breweries, and a European-style party scene that goes until sunrise. Add in topless waitresses at your Airbnb or chalet, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a groom’s last hurrah.
But here’s the truth: once the dust settles, Sunday morning hits hard.
The “Sunday Blues” are real in Montreal. After two or three nights of partying, the groom and his crew usually look like a band of survivors — sunglasses indoors, clutching coffee like it’s life support, half-joking about never drinking again. Some guys have flights that night, others fly Monday morning, and everyone’s wondering the same thing:
What do you do in Montreal on Sunday when you’re hungover after a bachelor weekend?
The good news: Montreal has options — from greasy food and bagels, to spas, massages, rooftops, shopping, and chill activities that let you end the trip on a high note. Whether you’re wrecked, functional, or somehow still going strong, here’s the ultimate recovery guide for Sunday in Montreal.
1. Start with a Hangover-Friendly Brunch
Montreal brunch isn’t just a meal — it’s survival. Depending on how wrecked your crew is, you’ll want three kinds of options in each area:
Fancy (for the functional, still-holding-it-together guys)
Normal (good quality, reliable, won’t overwhelm you)
Quebec Classic / Diner (greasy, no-judgment, show up in sweats)
Griffintown
Fancy: Jellyfish (technically Old Port but Griffintown-adjacent) – sleek décor, oysters, tartares, upscale vibe.
Normal: Le Passé Composé (Griffintown) – elevated eggs Benny, duck confit, strong coffee.
Classic Quebec: Greenspot – legendary old-school diner with poutine, hot dogs, and all-day greasy breakfasts.
Downtown
Fancy: Rosélys (Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel) – refined brunch buffet, white tablecloth energy.
Normal: Café Parvis – cozy spot with pizza + brunch plates, laid-back but still solid.
Classic Quebec: Nickels Deli – casual diner chain (founded by Céline Dion!) serving smoked meat, poutine, and bottomless coffee.
Plateau / Mile End
Fancy: Le Filet – seafood-driven, stylish, perfect for a last upscale bite.
Normal: L’Avenue – funky décor, huge portions, classic Montreal brunch energy.
Classic Quebec: Cosmos (technically NDG, but worth the detour) – iconic greasy spoon where hangovers go to die.
Old Montreal
Fancy: Jellyfish – upscale brunch with oysters and tartares.
Normal: Tommy Café – hip, bright, Instagram-friendly with pastries and light plates.
Classic Quebec: Maison Christian Faure – technically a pastry shop, but croissants + strong coffee are sometimes all you need.
Little Burgundy / Atwater
Fancy: Liverpool House – sister to Joe Beef, elevated yet unpretentious.
Normal: Arthurs Nosh Bar – Jewish-inspired brunch, Montreal cult favorite (expect a wait).
Classic Quebec: Dilallo Burger – a local greasy institution serving burgers and poutines since the 1920s.
2. Montreal Bagels: A Must Before You Leave
You can’t come to Montreal and skip the bagels. They’re thinner, denser, slightly sweet, and wood-fired — totally different from New York bagels. They also make perfect “plane snacks” for the hungover flight home.
St-Viateur Bagel: Legendary, open 24/7, baked fresh in front of you.
Fairmount Bagel: Another institution with its own diehard fanbase. Some say better than St-Viateur — but that’s a debate as old as time.
Le Trou: The new kid on the block, offering gourmet, wood-fired bagels with creative flavors. Trendy, artisanal, and a must-try if you want to see how the bagel game is evolving in Montreal.
Grab a dozen to-go — it’s a Montreal rite of passage.
3. The Real Hangover Fix: Montreal Recovery Spots
If you’re really hurting, brunch alone won’t cut it. Luckily, Montreal has a few different hangover recovery options, depending on your level of wreckage.
Énergie Vitale (Downtown)
Downtown convenience = no long travel.
Offers sauna + cryotherapy sessions — quick ways to flush toxins and wake your system back up.
Calm atmosphere (less “medical,” more spa-like).
Perfect if you’re fragile but still functional.
iCRYO (Brossard)
Full-on recovery center with IV drips, NAD+, cryo, and other performance treatments.
Can genuinely fix dehydration fast.
But… it’s across the bridge and feels more clinical/bright. Cryo can feel brutal with a pounding head.
Amazing if you can handle it, but not for the faint of heart.
Spa William Gray (Old Montreal)
Luxury spa with dim lighting, Himalayan salt room, hot/cold thermal circuit.
More about soothing and sweating it out slowly.
Gorgeous environment if you want a calmer reset.
Ideal if you want to hide, relax, and let your body reset.
Chinatown Massages
Affordable, no-frills, walk-in style.
Think deep tissue, reflexology, or a quick back/shoulder rub.
Perfect for bachelor crews that don’t need champagne robes or Instagram aesthetics.
Great budget-friendly option that does the job.
Bottom line:
Very hungover → Spa William Gray.
Hungover but functional → Énergie Vitale.
Destroyed but want a medical fix → iCRYO.
Cheap + cheerful → Chinatown massages.
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4. Chill on a Rooftop
Not ready for nightclubs or crowded bars? Rooftop terraces are the perfect balance — one last drink with fresh air and killer views.
Terrasse Nelligan (Old Port): Laid-back, breezy, and group-friendly.
Terrasse Place d’Armes: Classy cocktails, panoramic Old Montreal views.
Perché (Old Montreal): Stylish rooftop with Cali vibes, lighter food, and good cocktails.
5. Casual Afternoon Beers
If the boys aren’t ready for full detox, Montreal’s craft breweries offer a softer landing.
Dieu du Ciel! (Mile-End): Legendary microbrewery with unique beers you won’t find anywhere else.
Benelux (Downtown): Spacious terrace, ideal for groups.
Messorem (Griffintown): Trendy spot with strong IPAs, popular with locals.
This is the “hair of the dog” strategy — one or two beers to smooth the edges.
6. Movies & Hideouts
Sometimes all you need is a dark room, AC, and not talking to anyone. Montreal has plenty of cinemas where you can veg out.
Cinema Banque Scotia (Downtown): Central, easy, and has comfy recliners.
Cineplex Forum (Atwater): Another big option, good for groups.
Cinéma du Parc (Plateau): Smaller, indie vibe if you want something artsy.
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7. Casual Shopping & Souvenirs
If you’ve got energy left, Montreal has great shopping — perfect for picking up Canadiens jerseys, streetwear, or cheeky gifts for the groom.
Ste-Catherine Street (Downtown): Big brands, department stores, sports gear.
Underground City: Endless shops and food courts.
Atwater Market (Little Burgundy): Food stalls, snacks, and a more local vibe.
Extra points if you buy the groom something ridiculous to wear on the flight home.
8. A Stroll Through Old Montreal
Sometimes fresh air is the best cure. Wander cobblestone streets, grab coffee at Crew Collective & Café, and soak in the European-style architecture one last time.
Bonus stops:
Notre-Dame Basilica: Gorgeous, worth a quick walk-through.
St. Lawrence River: Take a stroll along the water and let the breeze do its thing.
9. Order In & Laugh It Out
If nobody can move, stay in the Airbnb and order the essentials:
Poutine from La Banquise
Smoked Meat from Schwartz’s Deli
Pizza from Bevo Bar + Pizzeria
Bagels from St-Viateur or Fairmount bagel
Throw on music, roast the groom about his worst dance moves, and close the weekend with laughs. Sometimes the simplest plan is the best.
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10. The Sunday Send-Off Strategy
Here’s how most crews should think about it:
Morning: Brunch in Griffintown, Plateau, or Old Montreal.
Midday: Recovery spa/massage depending on how dead you feel.
Afternoon: Rooftop drink or casual beers in Griffintown/Downtown.
Evening: Cinema + food delivery OR a low-key dinner in Little Burgundy.
Night flight? Stop at St-Viateur Bagel for snacks.
That’s the winning formula: food + recovery + one last memory.
End on a High Note
Montreal is the ultimate bachelor party city — wild nights, stunning girls, endless bars, and legendary strip clubs. But the secret to a truly unforgettable trip? Ending it right.
The Sunday Blues don’t have to ruin the weekend. With the right mix of brunch, bagels, spas, Chinatown massages, rooftops, beers, movies, and laughs, you can wrap up the trip on a high note and send the groom home in one piece (with a bag of bagels under his arm).
Because here’s the truth: the party is legendary, but the recovery stories are just as funny. Sunday is when the inside jokes are made, the recaps are told, and the group bonds over surviving Montreal together.
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