Hands down the best speakeasy or cocktail bar we visited while in MTL. It's behind a hidden door…read morenext to the smallest bar in Canada, which is so fun. You want to be brought in and it's dark and moody with the BEST craft cocktail list. The theme is duck - which is so fun. Our bartender was OUTSTANDING. He gave not only the best drink recommendations, but also gave us a hand written list of his favorite spots in MTL (drinks, dining, activities, etc). I wish we would've gotten his name because I cannot praise him enough!

The Coldroom is a fantastic bar and definitely worth visiting. We actually ended up going twice…read moreduring our trip, and each visit was a little different. The first time, the music was extremely loud, and it seemed like they were short-staffed. The bar was completely packed, and there was only one bartender making drinks, so the wait was a bit longer than expected. We decided to give it another try, and I'm so glad we did. The second visit was amazing! The bartender working that night was incredible--she clearly knows her craft and made our drinks quickly without sacrificing quality. Every cocktail was delicious, and the overall experience was much more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend The Coldroom. My only suggestion would be that, with a space that busy, the bar could really benefit from having an additional bartender during peak hours. It would help keep wait times down and make an already great experience even better.

I don't drink often. I also don't love bars. However, if I am going to go to a bar, or drink, I'm…read moregoing here. So, I was quite happy when I realized this was literally right across the street from my air bnb. This is the bar my friends and I went to during our undergrad and so when I was recently visiting Montreal with a friend and she wanted to grab an early drink, I knew this is where I was taking her. Personally I like fruity mixed drinks that don't taste like alcohol. My friend is a scotch drinker and goes for stronger drinks. We both were able to find something that made us happy. La Distillerie does mixed drinks like no other. They also do it with a heavy hand so while it may seem pricy to some, you definitely get what you pay for. My friend and I had some beer before arriving and then two drinks each here and both walked out very much not sober. The vibe is chill and a bit nostalgic and the menu options are exceptional. Definitely one of the best bars I have been to!

I'm stupid. I thought La Distillerie No. 1 was a distillery, and we were visiting a place to taste…read morebespoke liquors. It's a nice pub/bar run by pleasant folks. There's nothing special about this place, and normally I would never schlep 30 minutes to get here.

Vibe was amazing! Ashley is a genius with her talent for know exactly what we need!!!!read more

Excellent hidden gem in downtown Montreal. No set menu or cocktail list. The bartenders/mixologists…read morecreate drinks based on what you are looking for. Everything we tried was fantastic! It is a cozy spot. Great for small groups or date night. Great experience, hoping to visit again!

Drinks are good, vibes are good, service was good. There was live jazz the night we came which was…read morelovely. Cute speakeasy. Would recommend!

Im genuinely reluctant to review this place. This is a hidden gem, a neighborhood specialty begging…read moreto be found. Dimitri is an exceptional host, waiter, and cocktail consultant. His knowledge of the menu, drinks and area is incredible. The vibe of this place is immaculate. With cool hip hop and throwback hits, the red hue of this bar and lounge invites date night or an after work drink. The food is delicious and the drinks are inventive and well balance. I simply cannot recommend this place enough and I hope the next time I visit there is a line around the block. This is definitely a bar you wish was in your neighborhood and it deserves all of your business!

Stopped in on a Friday night after dinner at the recommendation of another speakeasy. It was busy…read morebut we got in fairly quickly. The vibes and music were on point. We enjoyed our cocktails and could definitely envision posting up at the bar trying a few different ones!

To be honest, I thought 2nd time would be the charm, but we walked away feeling meh about the…read morecocktails we just had, similar to the feeling I had when I first visited this speakeasy in Dec. 2019. The interior was really fancy - so if for nothing else, you'll get a great photo from visiting this place. The bartender was friendly, but we didn't like any of the cocktails he recommended. Maybe we weren't very good at describing our flavor preferences. The service overall was great, and we even got some free shots for willing to switch seats for other customers. After visited few other speakeasies in Montreal and Quebec City, I can conclude that this was our least favorite stop.

I loved this bar! Best bar we visited while during our entire stay in Canada!…read more Lots of scotch's to choose from and why also has a great selection of gin. GREAT BARTENDER, super chill crowd, I could of lost hours hanging out in this place. The prices are very reasonable too.

What an amazing pub to stumble upon off the beaten path. Cozy vibes, friendly staff and awesome…read moreseasonal drinks!

The poutine here is perfectly crispy, the gravy rich, and the cheese curds melted just right. The…read morestaff are genuinely friendly and gave great drink suggestions, The space is a bit snug and can get noisy, but that only adds to the lively and cozy atmosphere

We went for drinks at Axe yesterday and were pleasantly surprised by how beautifully designed it…read morewas. Service was good and efficient. Drinks are on the pricier side which is absolutely fine. However, for a minimum of $23, we expected a more developed and impactful drink. If we compare to establishments of a similar caliber such as The Cold Room and Bisou Bisou in Montréal, Le Bijou in Old Québec City or Jackalope and Apothecary in Ottawa, it did not compete. Considering they are one the only craft-cocktails bar in Mont-Tremblant, and in a fancy hotel such as the Fairmont, we were expecting and wanted more from the cocktails.

Bar Le Mal Nécessaire in Montreal is a vibe. In a non descript office building a door leads you to…read moreBar Le Mal Nécessaire where you invited into an intimate bar setting with a bar that seats about 12 and tables adorning the space. It's well appointed with its interior design making it posh yet classy but not too stuffy. Their menu is a work of art highlighting all their signature cocktails with a visual and a descriptive ingredient list. We order two of their signature drinks: LE MAL NÉCESSAIRE - Pike Creek 10 year, Fernet Branca, Xérès Sec, Bowmore 12 Scotch, pineapple, cinnamon, coriander seed, kaffir lime leaf. Wonderful combination of flavors this drink is more on the fruity side. COCO SUPREMO - Leblon Cachaça, Bacardi Gold Superior, Bacardi Spiced, coconut cream, horchata, salted coconut, Cacao Bitters This is a must get for any first timer to Bar Le Mal Nécessaire, served in a carved out coconut, this drink was was creamy with a hint spice. The staff was great with friendly bartenders and wonderful hosts. This bar is a definitely a must visit when in Montreal.

Very unique drinks in a laid back atmosphere bar. Yummy treats and fancy drinks are my vibe…read more Good service and great ambiance! Go here!

Très jolie resto familiale nous servant des plats inspiré du sud de l'Europe. Des plats qui se…read morepartage bien. J'ai été impressionné par leur menu WOW. Un petit livret très imagé qui m'a rappelé Dali. De quoi faire jaser. Une oeuvre d'art ce menu. Coté service ont se croyait dans une de c'est station balnéaire meditanaréenne. Un service impeccable pour un resto qui en est a ca deuxième journée. Pour commencer J'ai prit le cocktail Pastaga Colada un pina colada annissé pur délice et le tous servit dans un ananas et crème de coco. J'ai prit comme entrée les Dolmas comme le menu un oeuvre d'art visuelle. Un excellent et frais. J'ai poursuivi avec les Pasta Limone avec l'option snitzel au veau. Mais a que nous sommes bien dans cette terrasse. Les pâtes fraîche sont excellente et bien citronné. Le veau panné a même l'os est excellent.

Hidden gem in town! This family owned restaurant is by far…read moreone of the most unique spots ive been to in Montreal in years. The food and cocktails menus are super creative, and propose options that you wont find everywhere. If you're in for a southern french/european experience without the typical 3-4 dishes everyone else carries but instead unique dishes and cocktails, this is the place to be. Make sure you reserve in advance- very few tables make this place extra special!

The Brussels sprouts with hummus and the ceviche Barranco are delicious, and service was prompt.read more

This is the tale of two restaurants. The first one is all the waitstaff trying to do their job, and…read morepresumably the cooks as well. My waitress was very nice and helpful. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time. The other tale are all the, what, managers? Owners? Hosts? Running around with their heads cut off, each of them with a tablet with their seating plan. Yelling at one another, getting in the waitstaff's way, and generally making it look like the end of the world is going to happen. It was absurd and it made everything pretty unpleasant. I think I was watching the owner get really concerned about a dj, hanging out with him, and then bolting to go to talk to a manager. Finally, I know a lot about Peruvian food, including traveling to Peru. The food at this restaurant is not that good.