Welcome to 4610 Avenue Coolbrook in the heart of Montréal's vibrant Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) and Snowdon neighborhoods. Whether you're looking for a third-wave morning espresso on Monkland, an evening meal at an intimate Persian or Italian bistro, high-end retail therapy at the new Royalmount district, or a scenic day trip to the Laurentian mountain outlets with a vehicle, this curated guide gives you precise straight-line distances, travel times, and one-click directions from your front door.
Your Proximity & Transit Hub: 4610 Av. Coolbrook
Reference Point: 4610 Av. Coolbrook, Montréal, QC H3X 2K6
Royalmount — World-Class Retail, Dining & Art District
Montréal's brand-new $7-billion visionary urban district. Royalmount features over 170 stores, Canada's premier luxury avenue, an immersive art park with 60+ monumental public sculptures, lush rooftop gardens, and Le Fou Fou — an expansive 30,000 sq ft European food hall.
Flagship Luxury & Fashion Boutiques
Home to the largest concentration of luxury flagship boutiques in Eastern Canada:
Le Fou Fou Food Hall & Signature Restaurants
A culinary revolution curated with 12 distinct chef-driven concepts, 3 cocktail bars, and an all-season indoor-outdoor terrace:
- Le Fou Fou: Artisan sushi counters, Neapolitan pizza, French rotisserie, raw bar & craft cocktail lounges.
- Full-Service Dining: Renowned vintage Italian trattorias, gourmet steak houses, and Japanese ramen & matcha bars.
- The Plaza: Heated outdoor terrace with year-round music and dynamic light spectacles.
Transit: Drive 7 min north on Décarie / 15 North OR take Orange Line from Snowdon to De la Savane (3 stops) and walk across the heated covered skybridge.
Premium Outlets Montreal (Mirabel / Blainville)
An open-air European pedestrian outlet village offering 25% to 65% off retail prices every day across 80+ designer brands. A must-visit shopping destination for visitors with access to a vehicle looking to stock up on apparel, sportswear, luxury accessories, and footwear.
Featured Outlet Stores & Brands
Why Make the Drive?
Massive free parking, tax-free international savings, spacious outdoor walkways, EV charging stations, and a modern food pavilion with local and quick-service eats.
Factoreries Saint-Sauveur & Valley Outlets
Nestled at the base of the Laurentian mountains, Saint-Sauveur combines factory outlet savings with one of Quebec's most picturesque alpine village experiences. The perfect weekend or day trip destination year-round.
Factoreries Saint-Sauveur Stores
Specialized in outdoor, active lifestyle, and apparel outlets:
Beyond Shopping: The Full Alpine Day Trip
- Rue Principale Village: Stroll the flower-filled pedestrian streets lined with French bistros, Swiss cheese fondue chalets, microbreweries, and pastry bakeries.
- Summer & Fall Fun: Mont Saint-Sauveur Water Park, mountain biking trails, and stunning autumn foliage lookouts.
- Winter Wonder: Sommet Saint-Sauveur skiing, night skiing, snow tubing, and Nordic spas (Ofuro & Polar Bear's Club).
Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Park (Parc NDG)
15 min walk (1.3 km) · 3 min driveNDG's flagship community park: fenced dog run, splash pad, baseball diamond, winter outdoor ice rinks, and shaded lawn space for picnics and tai chi.
Macdonald Park
11 min walk (0.9 km) · 2 min driveA beloved family park featuring a large children's playground, summer splash pad, soccer field, and shaded picnic tables.
Parc Maurice-Cullen
7 min walk (0.55 km) · 1 min driveQuiet neighborhood park with a basketball court, swings, and gentle hills popular for winter snow sledding.
Mount Royal Park & Beaver Lake (Lac aux Castors)
8 min drive (3.5 km) · 14 min bikeMontréal's crowning jewel designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Hiking trails, the Kondiaronk panoramic skyline lookout, Beaver Lake pavilion, and winter ice skating & snow tubing.
Melk Café Monkland
8 min walk (0.65 km) · 2 min driveCozy, dog-friendly third-wave coffee house known for specialty espresso, artisan scones, and relaxed patio seating on Monkland.
Café de' Mercanti
14 min walk (1.2 km) · 3 min driveChic Italian espresso bar and gelateria with an authentic sunny terrace popular with Monkland locals.
La Meunerie Urbaine Local Favourite
15 min walk (1.2 km) · 3 min driveWidely regarded as NDG's crown artisan bakery: stone-milled flours, crusty organic sourdoughs, baguettes, and fine French viennoiseries.
Pâtisserie De Nancy
8 min walk (0.65 km) · 2 min driveTraditional French bakery with buttery croissants, savory quiches, chocolate éclairs, and fruit tarts. Cash/debit only.
Arthurs Dinette
9 min walk (0.72 km) · 2 min driveBeloved Jewish comfort food diner on Monkland. Legendary for crispy chicken schnitzel, handmade perogies, and challah French toast.
Ye Olde Orchard Pub & Grill
7 min walk (0.57 km) · 1 min driveMonkland Village classic Celtic pub with fish & chips, shepherd's pie, craft stouts, and lively trivia nights.
Pizzéria NO.900 (Monkland)
7 min walk (0.61 km) · 1 min driveCertified authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizza with blistered airy crusts, San Marzano tomatoes, and Italian burrata.
Karin Restaurant Japonais
4 min walk (0.37 km) · 1 min driveQuiet authentic Japanese gem on Queen Mary importing ingredients directly from Japan for delicate sashimi and bento.
Quartier Pers (Persian Cuisine)
7 min walk (0.55 km) · 1 min driveAuthentic Persian grilled skewers, slow-cooked lamb shanks with herbed basmati rice, and warm flatbread near Villa-Maria Metro (BYOB).
Multimags Monkland
7 min walk (0.56 km)Monkland institution offering international press, magazines, curated novels, greeting cards, gifts, and stationery.
Zone Maison Monkland
8 min walk (0.68 km)Modern home decor, designer kitchenware, candles, bathroom accents, and stylish Montréal souvenirs.
Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
15 min walk (1.4 km) · 4 min driveCanada's largest basilica and an architectural masterpiece. Features the world's third-largest dome, peaceful garden pathways, and sunset lookouts over northern Montreal.
Villa-Maria & Snowdon Metro Stations
6 min walk (0.49 km)Direct access to the STM network. Snowdon connects you to both the Orange Line (Downtown, Old Port, Royalmount) and Blue Line (Jean-Talon, Mile End, Little Italy).
Centre sportif de Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
20 min walk (1.65 km) · 4 min driveModern public sports and aquatic centre with 25-meter recreational lap pool, children's wading pool, fitness studio, and free public swim periods.
Getting Around Montreal & Taking Regional Day Trips:
Rent a Vehicle with Turo / Car-Share
For heading up to Premium Outlets Mirabel (32 min) or Saint-Sauveur Valley (52 min), rent a vehicle conveniently via Turo or Communauto right in NDG with easy Highway 15 access.
Royalmount via Metro Skybridge
Take the Orange Line north from Snowdon Station for 3 stops to De la Savane Station. Walk straight into the climate-controlled glass skybridge spanning directly into Royalmount.
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Monkland BIXI Stations
Grab a BIXI electric or standard bike at the corner of Queen Mary or Monkland to reach any park, café, or bakery in under 5 minutes!