Monkland Avenue isn’t the only strip north of Sherbrooke Street West worthy of a shopping spree. Queen Mary Road in Snowdon boasts everything from fun gift boutiques to bargain fruit stores.
Boutique Chez Nick Tailleur
Known as “Nick the Tailor,” this is the go-to spot favoured by stylists.
5500 Queen Mary Rd.; 514-488-4556
Fruiterie Jaffa
Juicy pineapples abound, as do ripe avocados and seasonal vegetables. (Cheap prices too.)
4992 Queen Mary Rd.;514-340 -9164
Dr. Alfred Balbul
This world-renowned beauty guru is a whiz with wrinkles and spots.
5492 Queen Mary Rd.; 514-282-8815
SOL Bakery
Loyal clients line up for the cheese bagels and almond croissants.
5317 Queen Mary Rd.; 514-670-4162
Jack & Jill
Not just a kid's shop, it’s also stocked with joke gifts and TV memorabilia.
5330 Queen Mary Rd.; 514-488-5841