Very disappointing in their lack of care for attendees with accessibility concerns…read more We bought tickets for our first show at the Wiggle room and arrived before the doors opened because my wife had busted her ankle the day before and was on crutches for the first time in her life. I dropper her off at the door because she couldn't go far on the crutches. This was super stressful because there was nowhere to safely pull over and she had to get out on the street side and try to navigate the traffic on her crutches. After I helped her get to the door, I left her there while I went to park the van we were driving. It's an unusually large accessibility van. So I quickly discovered I was too tall for any parking garage and too big for any street parking. There was apparently also a large event going on and it was crazy trying to find parking. I spent over an hour trying to find a place to park and couldn't find a place anywhere. During this time my wife kept calling and was in tears because of the steep stairs in the building. She said people offered to carry her up the stairs but it scared her too much. She tried calling the listed phone number to get some advice but no one answered the phone or returned her voicemail. After more than an hour of trying to find a way to make it work we gave up because it was so stressful on both of us. We called and emailed and asked for a refund given the circumstances but they never bothered to even respond in any way. I understand their are limitations to what they can do for customers with accessibility needs, but at least showing that you have some empathy would leave customers not feeling totally ignored.

OMG! Love The Wiggle Room! Found this place by chance when we were at Schwartz's across the…read morestreet and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip to Montreal! It was a great time on a Wednesday and we saw several different performers. One of them called us out and made up an impromptu song about us to celebrate our anniversary! So much fun, wish I had pics and video to post.

Black women- I can't make this stuff up. As an ally of the gay community I have fought countless…read morefamily members and exes over gay rights. As an avid drag race watcher, I was so excited to visit a drag bar. I booked a ticket days in advance and planned a trip to Montreal around it. I get there at 11.50 for the lady boom boom haha thing.. go in and am waiting for a bar tender- mind you, I was waiting a while and the White patrons came up.. automatically the bartender, skipped me and went to them.. so, as more people come up, I wave my hands hi- to get attention. I feel this Asian lady Jam into my left side and I'm like wtf.. and she's like we have seats here and I am like okay, I get that but I just wanted a drink.. her white male friend and Asian male friend proceed to start yelling at me telling I am yelling at them on some Karen ish.. they proceed to try to push into me.. Now I am telling back them to back eff up because... I hadn't even seen them and don't know who these demons are. I ask the bartender.. she starts yelling at me.. so now my social anxiety is on level 1000 because i just wanted a drink. I move to the front to get away and then get a tap on my shoulder from this white woman claiming to be the owner of the bar, and says that I am standing where people are walking and I can't.. Mind you I am maybe the only black woman there as I came solo. So I say okay, and she says come with me.. i go to her thinking maybe she saw what happened and will have empathy but I get no apology and she says she will get me a drink.. At this point I want to go home because i don't trust you and what you've done to my drink, so I want my ticket money back and to go home. I attempt to speak to the lady at the front and the owner and get no sympathy no kindness and just feel as if it was my fault for just wanting to patronize this place. This is the most recent racist experience I've had but this one hurt because i truly love the gays and the gworls but realize they along with the whites don't like black women. So never again will stand up for what does concern me. Never again will I patronize a drag bar and honestly anywhere in Montreal. I am sick of being mistreated everywhere. Again, black women I beg you to stay away from this establishment. You will regret pouting your hard earned dollars into racism. And as I was watching the bartender, they don't even put more than a tiny bit of liquor to your drink.. I watched this man pour essentially juice into 27 dollar drinks. Thankfully I got my money back and have drag race at home. The Asian men- hate us- White gay men- truly hate us and as we know white women loathe us.. The black security guy at the front wasn't helpful, we know why.. I just beg you, patronize places that love black women... This place does not. This was not my first time there and honestly I regret the first timet

We definitely got lucky the day we came to Cabaret Mado because there was a bridal party from the…read moreUS that only spoke English, so the show we saw ended up being in French and in English, but don't always expect the MC to always speak in both languages based on past reviews I've read. Even if that weren't the case, all the songs they performed were in English, and even regardless of that, it was ridiculously entertaining! My cousin surprised me by taking us all there and the performance quality was just absolutely top top tier. We ate, we drank, we danced in our seat a little, it was an amazing set! The queens were hilarious, gorgeous, and stellar performers. This is arguably one of the best drag shows I've ever been to to be honest. Tips-- Since this date of posting (Aug 2022), if you are from the US because of conversion rate everything purchased in Canada equates to 31% off in US dollars, so if you pay everything with credit card (such as drinks), you're really in for a great night!

What a beautiful spot that is located inside of a church. We came for a dinner experience that…read moredidn't disappoint. The food was wonderful and the service was impeccable. I would definitely come back the next B time I'm in Montreal

Le Balcon is a staple in Montreal experiences! Located in an old cathedral, this theater always…read moremakes for an incredible time! There's room to dance if you'd like- most people do! The main floor is tables/chairs set up cabaret style. The balcony is church pews with a thin piece of fabric as your seat cushion. You'll be up dancing anyways, so don't get too comfy! Balcony is also "sit wherever" so feel free to move around... but make sure you close out with your server! If you can find them! Once the show starts, I really didn't see anyone to grab me another drink:( It's a very intimate venue- there are no bad seats! Very picturesque too! The entrance is on the side street! There's a coat check for $3CAD and yes they take cards! Beware- there's a long line aftee to get your coat! The bathrooms are pitiful! Located up a bunch of stairs and then there's only 2 teeny stalls! For a venue, we need more please!

We visited this theatre to attend an event of Authentic Flamenco that Presents Yolanda Osuna…read more It was such a mesmerizing experience to enjoy such captivating folk dances and songs. The venue was well looked after as well with beautiful ceiling decoration. The only downside was that they didn't have a coat check-in service to complete this remarkable evening. Well done guys, you made our night and looking forward to more entertaining events from you at Fever.

Attended a candlelight concert there. Tribute to ABBA. Fantastic venue. Talented musicians. Nice…read moreand cold on a hot summer day. Drinks and friendly servers. So happy Montreal decided to renovate this masterpiece of a theatre.

I've been to a bunch of shows at the new basement room at the Rialto in the past month and I'm…read moredefinitely happy it exists. We had a shortage of rooms around this size until recently and it's a good sign I think to see a few opening up. The entrance to the Piccolo is just a little further south on Parc from the marquis of the main Rialto. You head down a flight of stairs past a fairly big and clean bathroom and into a lounge area that's brightly lit. There's a bar in this area with the basic local bottled beers for $6, and some tables and chairs. There are doors that separate this area from the venue proper and I think it's smart - it seems to dramatically cut down on the number of people talking during shows since they have a place to go when they aren't into the act on stage. The venue itself is wide and low and dark like a basement. The sound isn't remarkable like in some of the old wood rooms around town, but it's murky and well suited to the kinds of heavy shattering dance-demanding acts that Pop Montreal have been booking in here. The stage is low so you always feel close to the artists, and the tech is directly across from the stage making their job easier than in some other places. There are some pretty funny lights on the stage that sort of feel like someone said "neon strobe light towers, that's what the kids like these days right?" But what do I know about the kids. I do know I love live music in a venue this size (around 300) and I'm so happy the city is sprouting more options like this.

I love these old theater houses-turned-venues which Montreal still has, La Tulipe being one of…read morethem. I can't speak to La Tulipe as a club since I've only been here for shows, I've seen Bluelight Burlesque productions here and recently came to see Daniel Ash and Kevin Haskins of Bauhaus/Tones on Tail/Love & Rockets fame and it was just the perfect place to see them for what turned out to be an amazing show full of nostalgia and tunes I thought I would never hear live again. There's an area near the stage where those who want to take in the show in general admission form can go and stand (be careful because slam-dancing always inevitably breaks out) and tables further back where you can sit, sip your drinks and take in the show leisurely. Drinks are reasonably priced and the crowd is pretty chill. I'll have to come here some Saturday night so I can check out 80s night.

I said on another review that I remember the 80s very well, and I get disappointed if I'm promised…read more80s music and it isn't the way I remember it. I wasn't disappointed with La Tulipe (if you don't count the remixed version of Miami Sound Machine's Conga). The music was eclectic, from U2 and New Order to B52s, Human League, The Cure, OMD, Joan Jett, and aforementioned MSM, plus a few cusp acts like Boney M, Michael Jackson (when he was still black), Deee Lite. It was like going back to my students days :). As I also spent a year in France at the time, I enjoyed hearing a smattering of hits by Les Rita Mitsouko, Niagara and Indochine. The crowd was also eclectic: with people who were there in the 80s, their kids, and those in between, as many English speakers as French speakers, I'd say. There was a pick-up vibe I have rarely seen in Montreal, but nothing overly intrusive. Still, if you are looking to hook up with someone, the chances are you could... Entrance fee is now $8, and drinks were regular bar prices. Service was quick and friendly. I'm definitely going back!

The building is old and the access is ridiculous. The stage is really shallow making acts looking…read moreweird and spread out. The venue staff is lazy and leave early.

I have worked with Theatre Fairmount as an event organizer, and they are great, but this review…read morerelates specifically to my recent experiences buying tickets and going to see shows. I just love the layout and feel of this room tucked above the PA Supermarché on Parc. There's actually a lot of great design going on, but it's simple and doesn't become a distraction or clash with the different artists and styles that play themselves out across a performance space, and I really admire that. This is a room that accomplishes venue magic: it has a high capacity, over 500 for sure, but feels cosy even when a show is sparsely attended. The stage is low, and thrusts out into the floor so the audience can get up close on 3 sides. The floor is raised in a couple of sections so you can see quite well from pretty much anywhere. There are two long bars, one in the back and one on the side, and the servers are super kind and fast. All the staff are rad - tech, bookers, security, door, I only get friendly professional vibes from these folks. Give them all the love and tips. That being said, there's no surprises here when it comes to drinks - really standard mass market beers and rail booze. C'est la vie. The sound and light system are all new and state of the art, shows sound and look great despite some of the technical challenges of a layout like this that's almost in the round. This venue books bands that are great for a date night, affordable, cool, lovely simple chill room, big enough that it's exciting to see them in an intimate space. And it's close to tons of amazing spots for a pre or post show drinks or bite.

Tried their pulled pork sliders and these are are simple yet one of the most delicious…read morelittle burgers I have ever tried. Enjoy them with mozzarella sticks for maximum appreciation! Their poutine was average despite the fact that waitress said it was supposed to be an amazing one. I really liked their decor and the interior ambiance. I am waiting to visit the place at night as they are holding live shows.

I really like the food they are serving here. Plus, the great ambience and really big choice of…read morealcohol force to stay everytime here for longer that I was planning. Really love to spend a time here during their events.