
LOV
The restaurant operates a vegetarian menu by default.
Per-allergen evidence
The restaurant operates a vegetarian menu by default. All dishes are vegetarian. Vegan items are clearly labelled. The menu has recently added dairy and egg dishes, but vegetarian options remain clearly identifiable. Staff are familiar with the menu.
[1] Aggregator LOV - McGill - Montreal Quebec Restaurant - HappyCow, HappyCow
The HappyCow page for LOV McGill carries 166 reviews and notes a vegetarian menu with vegan items labeled, though the menu now includes dairy and eggs. One report describes an item labeled vegan that contained cow's milk.fetched Jun 22, 2026[2] Verified blog LOV - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Montréal, atly.com
The Atly community directory for LOV Montreal states that gluten-free options are clearly labelled, dedicated appliances are used, and staff are trained. It also notes some risk of cross-contamination.fetched Jun 22, 2026Gluten-free items are clearly marked on the menu, with choices such as burgers, risotto, and fries. A dedicated fryer is used for those dishes, though the kitchen is shared and lacks specific protocols to prevent cross-contamination. Staff are described as knowledgeable, but diners with coeliac disease are advised to confirm their requirements at each visit.
[1] Aggregator LOV - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Montreal, QC, FindMeGlutenFree
FindMeGlutenFree page for LOV Montreal with 30+ reviews; states gluten-free menu, dedicated fryer, clearly marked dishes, but also no dedicated kitchen and some staff report no cross-contamination protocol.fetched Jun 22, 2026[2] Aggregator Gluten-Free Vegan Friendly Places in Montreal, QC, Canada, FindMeGlutenFree
Aggregator listing of gluten-free vegan-friendly venues in Montreal includes LOV, with the snippet reading 'All gluten free dishes are clearly marked.'fetched Jun 22, 2026[3] Aggregator Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Friendly Places in Old Montreal - 2026, FindMeGlutenFree
The FindMeGlutenFree list for Old Montreal dairy-free dining includes an entry for LOV. That entry indicates a gluten-free menu, and a featured review states that all gluten-free dishes are clearly marked.fetched Jun 22, 2026[4] Verified blog LOV - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Montréal, atly.com
The Atly community directory for LOV Montreal states that gluten-free options are clearly labelled, dedicated appliances are used, and staff are trained. It also notes some risk of cross-contamination.fetched Jun 22, 2026LOV is a plant-based restaurant with a vegetarian menu and many vegan options clearly labeled. However, recent reports indicate that some items labeled as vegan may contain dairy, and the menu has added cheese and eggs. Staff may not always be accurate about vegan status; confirm with the kitchen before ordering.
The menu has recently added egg-containing dishes, but no specific labeling or staff handling for egg allergy is reported. Calling ahead to confirm is the action to take if egg allergy is a concern.
A documented incident involved an item labeled as vegan that contained milk, posing a serious risk for dairy-allergic diners. The menu includes cheese and dairy ingredients, and the kitchen has no dedicated practices for preventing dairy cross-contamination. Not recommended for dairy allergy.
Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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