Rosemont
MontréalIntroduction
Rosemont (sometimes referred to as "View Rosemont" to distinguish this neighbourhood from the newer sections) is a neighbourhood on the east edge of Montreal's downtown metro zone, making up the larger portion of the Rosemont-La-Petite-Patrie borough. It begins at Papineau Avenue to the west, and ends at Pie-IX to the east where Nouveau Rosemont begins. North to south, the area fits in between Rue Bélanger and follows the train tracks down to Rue Sherbrooke.
Lifestyle
You should have no problem being whoever you want to be when living in Rosemont. You can just as easily find a quiet street where no one will bother you, to being a total social animal frequenting all the cafés and other hot spots around town. It's a great part of town to buy a house and raise a family.
The Vibe
Rosemont feels different depending on what part of it you find yourself in. Along the edges, it's quiet and residential, while there's a more vibrant, upbeat atmosphere around rue Masson which acts as the cultural hub for the area, and where you can find most of the stores and restaurants.
Meet the Neighbours
Rosemont is home to a huge mix of people. You'll come across lots of students who live close to public transport spots along Masson and Papineau, while elsewhere along the side streets there are mostly families and long-time residents. Overall, the area is fairly middle class with some older working-class sections.
In the Area
There's no shortage of parks in this neighbourhood and you'll also be within walking distance of the Olympic Park and Montreal's Botanical Gardens. There are also plenty of schools, a few medical centres and lots of old churches which make for great photo opportunities.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Rosemont is fairly accessible by public transportation. While there are no metro stations in the neighbourhood, there are plenty within walking distance, and numerous major bus routes along the main roads. You can also get to the highways by car along Pie-IX, Sherbrooke or Papineau avenues.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
Much of Rosemont is absolutely gorgeous, but some of the streets closer to the Olympic Stadium are a little behind on the gentrification. There's also frequent roadwork in the area, especially along Sherbrooke which can lead to traffic nightmares. Also, the train tracks to the west can make getting out of the area tricky in certain places.
Dollars & Sense
Rosemont gives you lots of choices for groceries, hardware and dining out. If you find yourself renting an apartment, you might be better of near Masson simply because everything you will ever need can be found along that road. Elsewhere, there are plenty of corner stores.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Café Lézard
A famous, and much-loved, bistro-café in the heart of Rosemont. It specializes in fair trade, local and organic products, much of which comes from right here in Montreal. They offer both meat and veggie options.
more infoChocolaterie du Vieux-Rosemont
An artisanal bakery that can be found along Masson road. Here you can find both classic pastries as well as some fairly creative desserts (such as espresso chocolates). You can also buy homemade jarred caramel.
more infoLa Succursale
A local Montreal artisanal brewer, specializing in craft beers. Their beers are full-flavoured, with hints of hop and some select spices in most of their brews. You can also enjoy some light tapas and meat and cheese dishes.
more infoM sur Masson
A finely-crafted menu with stellar food makes M sur Masson stand out from among many of the bistros in town. This is a good spot for a romantic evening, or a night out without the kids. They have a great wine list too.
more infoLibrarie du Vieux Bouc
An awesome little second-hand book store. Sell your old books, trade 'em in and walk out with new ones. The selection has a fairly good turnover rate, so you can expect to see a lot of fresh faces on the shelves from month to month.
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