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.

Amazing drinks, classy, and relaxing atmosphere for a date or meet up with friends. I would…read moredefinitely come back again with a group of friends. The DJ was great and were definitely contributing to the lifting and vibes atmosphere.

My husband and I went to Vol de Nuit on an impromptu cocktail-themed work function, and it probably…read moreranks as one of the most delightful places I've ever been to in Montréal. The interior is splendid and gives off vintage first date vibes, and the service is equally pristine, with a polished selection of superb cocktails. Kudos on our hosts that evening, who made sure to prep our orders in a timely and flamboyant fashion. My husband rolled on very tasty IPAs and I had a rosemary lemonade and a couple of Zubrovka shooters. We'll definitely go back!

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!

My hotel was nearby and I kept seeing people gathered outside or walking in this place. Around 4:30…read moreone evening it was quiet, so I walked in to check out the food menu. You walk in and there's a clothing store on one side and black curtains straight ahead. I just stood there confused for a second until someone suddenly appeared and escorted me through the curtains, down a long dark hallway, and into this intimate, dimly lit bar. Turns out, I had accidentally stumbled into a speakeasy. The space is tiny--maybe 6-8 seats at the bar and a long banquet along the wall for 10-12 more people. No menus either. They ask what you like and don't like, then craft a cocktail specifically for you. The pours are generous and the bar is stocked with top-shelf liquor. About a drink and a half in, I realized I needed actual food immediately and had to leave. The staff was friendly, personable, and chatty, and because the space is so intimate, you naturally end up talking with the people around you. Definitely more of a solo or date-night spot than a group hang. Such a cool, unexpected experience.

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.

10/10 recommend for quality cocktails and good vibes! Pro tip: go during HH to take advantage of…read moretheir larger drinks! Definitely a must visit when in Montreal :)

Amazing Sunday atmosphere, Jazz night, with amazing bartenders recommending drinks based on your…read morepreferences and giving options to try something new but in your pallet. Friendly, knowledgeable, and true chemists and mixologists. We will return next time in Montreal, and recommend to anyone who appreciates a well made beverage and relaxed atmosphere.

Visited Bootleggers on a Sunday evening during the start of their happy hour. Oysters are $1 but…read morethey had minimum order of 6. The oysters were served on ice, with lemon slices, and homemade sauces in dropper bottles. The oysters were so fresh and so tasty that we ended up ordering a second round. The drinks were tasty and the servers were helpful! I chose the Mercredi for my drink. The server forewarned that they didn't have the carbonized version of the drink -- but it was still delicious! It caught my eye because it was plum gin based. It also had chai tea syrup, apricot liqueur, lemon juice. I was a little hesitant to get it at first because I was worried the cinnamon or chai flavor would overwhelm the drink but that wasn't the case at all. All of the ingredients balanced each other very well. It also helped that our server said it was her favorite drink on their menu. The location was super cute. Lots of seating at small tables and bar seating. I was a fan of the bathroom! The women's bathroom was very clean, with a cool LED and mirror above the sink.

Who doesn't love a speakeasy? The mystery, the hidden location, the figurative and sometimes…read moreliteral underground feel. It's always fun. But they take a little step further here at @petitsecret_rosemont with an actual passcode to enter on a keypad for access inside and we love it! We also loved the Cabaret/burlesque/can-can style decor.  The walls covered in pictures of oddities was just up our alley. Drinks themed in the same style add even more to the vibe and we feel that overall this makes for a perfect date night location. We were greeted with friendly and helpful service and by the time we left the mood had become much more lively with a DJ performing.

Big in Japan has been around for ages but it was our first time visiting on a Friday evening. No…read morewait at 7:30pm, small lineup when we left two hours later. The atmosphere is dark, moody, not too loud, but very warm inside. Cocktails are $12.00 to $20.00. - Saké sour ($16.00) - best of the drinks we ordered - Tokyo mule ($12.00) - El jimador ($18.00)

Hands down, one of the most refined speakeasies in Montreal. This beautiful modern bar with a…read moreunique layout that could possibly sit up to 50 people is tucked behind a long hallway. Our server Sophie was very friendly and when I couldn't figure out what type of drink I should get, she made it her mission to brainstorm with the bartender to curate the perfect drink for me.

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!