The South Paifang stands at the intersection of Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Viger Avenue as a traditional Chinese ceremonial gate. It is one of four such ornate arches that mark the boundaries of Montreal’s Chinatown, a district that has…
Chinatown Heritage and Bakeries
This walk takes you through the heart of one of North America's oldest Chinese neighborhoods, sharing the stories behind its historic gates, resilient community landmarks, and classic bakeries.
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1. Gate of Chinatown (South Paifang)
2. Wing Noodles Ltd.
The building at the corner of Côté Street and de la Gauchetière West is defined by its stone masonry, which has been altered over nearly two centuries to include pagoda accents and the prominent red-and-gold signage of Wing Noodles Ltd.…
3. Pâtisserie Harmonie
Pâtisserie Harmonie sits on Rue de la Gauchetière in the heart of Montreal's Chinatown. It is a Hong Kong-style bakery where you select your own items using tongs and a tray. Rows of display cases hold a variety of sweet and savory baked…
4. Place Sun-Yat-Sen
Place Sun-Yat-Sen is a small public square located in the heart of Montreal’s Chinatown, defined by a distinct mural of gray slate on its north and east walls. Opened in nineteen eighty-eight, the park serves as a community space dedicated…
5. Dragon Beard Candy
Dragon Beard Candy is a small shop located at fifty-two B Rue de la Gauchetière Ouest in Montreal’s Chinatown. The stall is known for the hand-pulled sugar confection produced by Johnny Chin, a former accountant who began selling the treat…
6. Pâtisserie Coco
Pâtisserie Coco occupies a bright, modern corner space at the intersection of Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Rue de la Gauchetière. Opened in two thousand nineteen by owners May and Paul, the shop marked a shift toward a contemporary…
7. Gate of China town (North-West)
The Gate of Chinatown at the intersection of Saint-Laurent Boulevard and René-Lévesque Boulevard is a traditional Chinese paifang. It marks the northern entrance to one of North America's oldest Asian communities. This structure is one of…