I was super sad that there was a line Saturday night but I got to try this place for a Sunday happy hour and the drinks tastes as good as they looked! This bar seems very fun with a group of friends on the weekend night but also a very nice date spot during the day. I loved the design of the menu and the rating of alcohol content. We both opted to get two drinks from the "refreshing" section of the menu. I ordered a mojito and my boyfriend ordered a special seasonal drink called the "Cucumber Rickey" which had gin and cucumber obviously. Both were so fresh and perfect for the heat. I wish I could've tried more cocktails. read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

GREAT music, GREAT open air bar, beautiful wooded, artistic, rustic, slapstick and scrapped together. A poor man's watering hole but also elevated. Industrial. Love the vibe, wish they had a better more interesting draft beer selection, need more IPAs but that is OK. Great service. Again you need to come here if you're a classic, grunge, punk and 70s and 80s rock bum. Perfection! read more

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Yesterday night we visited the place with a little group. I liked the way how people treat the customers. In 2 minutes we had table, we got our drinks fast. I recommend to try the small jar first, if you don't like the taste the big one can be too much. After all my favourite was the hurricane. If you like a little sour, refreshing cocktail you should take this. The bartender is amazing. I loved to watch how he's working. The atmosphere is pretty cool. I really liked to listen these old songs, I felt myself young again. ^^, almost dancing... :D The guy who was at the entrance usually came around and asked how we are, checked the tables. Thanks for this great night. From me 5*! Highly recommend place. (Credit card and cash only, ATM inside) read more

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Moved into the area which.. Well let's just say a few of my neighbours have nationalist posters in their windows. Thankfully this place was very welcoming and anglo friendly! Drinks were delicious and STRONG! Around $10 per drink if you get a small, and honestly two is MORE THAN enough. We had already eaten dinner so we didn't try any of the food available but it looked tasty and affordable. We'll def be back. read more

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Summary: Hip bar with delicious cocktails and tasty small plates. Details: I can't remember the name of my cocktail (it was the first of several drinks that night...) but it was really well made so you can probably not go wrong with any choice. Even the ginger ale my partner ordered came served like a cocktail and tasted really quite special - it was definitely not just Canada Dry in a cool Mason jar. To order food you need to walk to the back of the bar where they have a tiny fast-food restaurant just squeezed into the corner. When the egg timer they had handed me went off, I went to the counter picked up our tortilla chips with beans, cheese, etc. and a small plate of fried cauliflower "wings". Loved the spicy cauli and the chips were fine too. Perfect accompaniment if you don't want to drink cocktails on an empty stomach. read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Spicy cauliflower "wings" and tortilla chips to accompany delicious cocktails - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Awesome and friendly staff at D2! I just love this laid back bar. Seems like whether you're feeling for a relaxing weeknight drink or a night out drinking, this place is that versatile bar that will be fun no matter what. The cocktails are delicious and creative. The devil is in the details. For starters, the beautifully designed and personalized menu will get you wanting to try every single drink. All fruit purées and most syrups and seasonings are made in house. A lot of love and respect for the craft goes into making the drinks that are served here. I often ask the bartenders to make me creations that aren't on the menu and they really take the time to analyze what I like and create something delicious every time. I highly recommend this place :) read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

After walking along ave Mont-Royal and doing a lot of souvenir shopping my Hubs and I were in desperate need of a frosty libation. As if Bacchus was winking down upon us La Distillerie showed up at the exact moment we decided to take a break. The front of the bar opens to the street, in case you need a peak inside before settling into one of the booths or at the bar. The cocktail list features many intriguing craft cocktails. I was drawn to the mad men whiskey based cocktail. Think a more detailed version of an old fashion. We had a few drinks here and managed to actually have a conversation, as this bar was more quiet than most others in the area. The decor is dark wood, so inviting after walking for hours under the blistering sun. The booths looked small but comfortable, and probably helped keep the conversations low, you don't really need to scream if your party is within whisper distance. I can see this bar being popular with the singles that like to mingle. The lights are low, the tables small, all key ingredients for romance. The music, whether chosen by the staff or a satellite station was kick ass, lots of great local music mixed with the now popular local bands. I.e. Arcade Fire, Wolf Mother, etc. If I lived in MTL I would make this a frequent stop for after dinner drinks with coworkers. Especially in the winter, when a good drink can mean the difference between being comfortably cold and just plain freexing your ass off. read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Madmen cocktail - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Loved the atmosphere at this bar! And I definitely had the BIGGEST Bloody Cesar of my life. And the only reason I got a Bloody Cesar because I thought that's what Canadians drank! (I'm from California) The service was pretty slow, but the bar was packed. I definitely enjoyed it and if I'm ever there again, I will get another large mason jar drink, but probably not a Bloody Cesar. It was beautifully garnished though! Yummy pickles! read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Large Bloody Cesar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I enjoyed the drinks here. Affordable and tasty. Plus, they have games and good music. Never tried their food sadly, but they have mocktails for your DD friends. read more

We'd been on a road trip for quite a few days and visited a number of bars. Maybe it was the constant layer of poutine in our stomachs to absorb the alcohol, but neither of us so much as stumbled on the sidewalk or slurred a word - until that night at La Distillerie. Happy Hour is 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and the large jars are $3 off. Drinks are served in mason jars. I'm probably the only person who hates this trend solely because it's so trendy (I'm looking at YOU, Pinterest!), but when I saw the large jar and began to drink, that hate turned into pure lust - for more booze! I recommend the Rock A Rula (like a root beer float) and the Patriot (like a popsicle). The Mojito and Long Island were strong, and the Chupa Chupa (orange, amaretto, whiskey) goes down reaaal easy. Honestly, none of the drinks disappointed. The complimentary Goldfish crackers are cute and very welcome while chugging monstrous cocktails. The bar has a little bit of a hipster vibe going on with the decor, but it is far from pretentious. This isn't the kind of cocktail bar that will leave you stumbling over names of ingredients. Stumbling out the door? Well, maybe. I think we each got a hug from the bartender, or maybe he was the manager, but I can't remember why. I found myself giggling on the bus ride back to the apartment. Thankfully, I woke up with no hangover. La Distillerie is perfection! Au revoir, Montreal! read more

Booze in mason jars reminds me of bootleg liquor, moonshine and awesomeness. So it doesn't really get any better than this! Their concoctions are inventive, delicious and there is a selection for you, no matter your liking. To boot, No. 2 is much bigger than the original Distillerie, but offers the same great ambiance and service, just less cramped. Just be warned: anything can happen at Distillerie. So be sure to open yourself up to good - even unexpected - times! read more

Pink, blue, red, yellow, they've got all sorts of colorful drinks in mason jars but it isn't just the visual of the drinks that shines in this place because the drinks are as good as they look! I've tried many cocktails at La Distillerie and every single one of them has been a pleasure so far. What I love about this place is the simple, creative, and comprehensive cocktail menu that shows how sweet/fruity/spicy/sour/strong your drink is so you can narrow down your selection according to your taste. If you don't know what to order then don't hesitate to ask your waitress because they can help you filter your preferences and give suggestions. read more

I am by no means a big drinker - I usually start to get tipsy after getting halfway through a glass of wine - but since I read so much about this place before my trip to Montreal I just had to stop by to try one of their cocktails. The Spiced Mango Cobbler was one of the most delicious drinks I've ever had - a little thick and creamy but not too sweet. I was expecting the bartenders to have the snooty mixologist attitude but there was none of that here. Instead they were all surprisingly friendly and down-to-earth. I'm glad I tried this place! read more

I personally prefer this location much more to the original one on Ontario simply because it is larger and if you're a large group it is easier to grab a table. I usually only go to this place for happy hour when they have specials so I can't comment on how crowded it gets at other times but usually if you arrive early enough it isn't too bad. The drinks are really good and not watered down like at a lot of places. That being said the Mason jars can be quite pricey and if you don't go at happy hour when the big ones are $3 off the cost can start to add up. The price of the regular cocktails though is in line with what you'd pay for a drink at any bar here. The mojito and the hurricane are good choices if you want a mason jar. If you're looking for something else the Mad Man is owrth while. read more

My husband and I had a wonderful time at this bar. We needed to kill some time before our dinner reservation so we figured we'd have a few drinks. I had the asian pear and it was so delicious. My husband who doesn't like sugary drinks even admitted it was pretty tasty. My husband had a lemonade type cocktail, a tequila one, and something else. I had a few other drinks too but can't seem to remember the names. Anyways the point is, it was great and the bartenders were very friendly. They also had goldfish so we snacked on those during happy hour. Then later in the evening, there was a free beer to sample AND there were Belgian draft horses in front of the bar to get your picture taken with. BEST NIGHT EVER!! We were thoroughly buzzed and happy when we left to head to Au Pied du Cochon. read more

I read about La Distillerie before going to Montreal and wanted to try it out. My sister who lives there actually knew the spot, which happens to be La Distillerie N.2 They have a very nice cocktail list but the talented bartender also made us a couple of other drinks with ingredients we requested. We were very happy! Of course, everybody loves the Mason jars but I think the large format ones take a bit too long to drink and by the end it's so watered down by the melted ice cubes that it's not really worth it. Even though I appreciated the eclectic music selection, we went there on a Saturday and the place was super loud. Maybe it's less appealing to me as I get older or maybe I like places that are a bit quieter when I get to enjoy well-crafted cocktails but if it doesn't bother you I say you have to go get a drink there! read more

This staff can be quite rude. I have been twice with a date and both times that nearly insisted I sit at the bar at these VERY uncomfortable chairs, eventhough tables are open. They said the tables are for groups only, but when I looked around - many of the tables just had 2 people at them. When we finally negotiated with the host to sit at a table, the stools were pretty shoddy. The drinks are nice and have a huge variety - but they are NOT strong, unless you are used to weak drinks. They seemed very average - and they were a little pricey - with most drinks at $9.50 and doubles at $18.00 The music is lame to unremarkable. Given the attitude of the staff - I will never be back. If you want to come here and there is just 2 of you - prepare to get really hasseled if you want to sit at a table. read more

Huge fan! Drinks came in this awesome mason jar and they were all so tasty. Luckily we were only a group of 3 and we got there pretty early so we didn't really have to wait at all. The staff were so nice and accommodating! Would definitely recommend anyone visiting to come here for a nice solid drink. I can't remember which drinks I had, but when I go back, I'll be sure to update this review as soon as possible! read more

Best drinks in montreal. I have dreams of this place. PLUS they give you free goldfish, what more could you ask for? When I went in, I was having difficulty deciding between two drinks, the bartender asked me what aspects of each drink I liked, and made me my own personalized drink based on what I told him!! He was so knowledgable and friendly. It is more expensive than most other montreal bars but it's worth it for the experience. read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Jam jar perfection - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

If you want to have the best drinks in Montreal, come to this place. I even created my own cocktail behind the bar. The bartenders are extremely friendly. I absolutely love this place. read more

Place is always bouncing! Cozy ambience and just perfect to kick it back with a few friends and tank it down! Friendly staff,great crowd and a fun,tasty selection of drinks,cocktails! I luv anything that comes in a mason jar! read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

My mom and I stopped in here on our recent trip to Montreal. We were there around 8pm, and the place was already fairly busy, but the staff sat us quickly. I had of course seen pictures of the cool drinks and must admit that part of the reason I wanted to go was obtain my own Instagram shot. The goldfish and board games were also a draw! I tried the Le Patriote and loved the fun combination of flavors. We were slightly disappointed to find out that the goldfish were only free earlier in the day, but overall I definitely recommend La Distillerie if you're looking for a fun place to grab drinks in Montreal. read more

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If I could give this place 10 stars, I would as this was hands down the most ridiculously amazing bar experience my husband and I have ever had. We stumbled upon La Distillerie No.2 while looking for some place to get a drink after the US-Germany World Cup game. The super friendly bearded bouncer invited us in and, when we asked about snacks, told us it wouldn't be a problem to bring something in from the nearby restaurant. He added the caveat that there would be hugs if we came back after getting food. We picked up some Thai take-out nearby, both received very satisfying hugs and were promptly seated at the bar. A wonderfully energetic, goofy, ginger bartender (Jay) proceeded to give us silverware and toppings for our food and present us with delectable drinks menus. Their menu was ingeniously separated by flavor profiles and expertly executed so that every ingredient contributed to the flavor profile of the resulting beverage. Given the curiosity and enthusiasm we showed, Jay was incredibly generous in sharing tasty things with us throughout the night. We got to compare the only spiced rum distilled in Montreal to Captain (Montreal Rum was so wonderfully spicy compared to the flat vanilla flavor of Captain), took delicious mixed cocktail shots with the bartenders, got to experience chasing Polish Zubrowka vodka with caramelized apples (patiently hand-torched by one of the bartenders) and were offered the entire binder of the bar's recipes since it opened to peruse. I was so thrilled to find a place that shared my passion for creating and sharing, with such a welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable yet super fun staff. If you are ever in Montreal, you really must go here! read more

Fun drinks, fun staff, fun atmosphere. If you are looking for a quick stop to grab a cocktail, look no further! Yodo, mojito, run runner, & bad boy - all great choices. Grown up fun served with gold fish bar snack! If you're hungry for more than cheese crackers, there's a small snack bar within the restaurant. read more

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I will never understand why so many people love this place! Pros: Drinks and not watered down, large drink selection. Cons: Very, very tiny bar. This bar is always so crowded that you have to stand and move every time someone wants to pass. Most drinks served in mason jars, all drinks are deadly sweet. Bartender actually told a customer "This is your second drink, you are obligated to tip now" Overated. read more

Drink by the jar... or should I say by the Liter?!!! ;D La Distillerie has made the Mason jar (you know, the big ones; if you have small hands, you will need both to hold your drink) its signature! What is there not love of a bar with huge pots of delicious and colourful mixed drinks?! Meeting friends at this address calls for a night of guaranteed fun... and you may not remember all of it the next day (take it from me...). While I haven't tried all of the cocktails on their menu, the Blue Lagoon is my fave... and you can never go wrong with a classic white Bacardi Mojito. PS If you plan on staying the night, arrive early... the place packs up fast and waiting outside in line to get your cocktail fix is never ever fun. read more

I came to La Distillerie after a good friend's recommendation. I am now certain this friend knows so little about me. My fiancée and I went on Sunday, two days after Christmas. It was packed, loud, and quite dark. There were also games: the people at the table next to us were playing Jenga. My fiancée hates crowds, but I don't care one way or another as long as the drinks are good. They are not. The menu has a great selection and even indicates the strength of the drink next to a picture and description of the cocktails. My first drink was rated a 4 (5-point scale): The Monk-y-Tonk. I love Tequila and the menu states that the drink is made with tequila. This drink also included my favorite liqueur, Chartreuse! However, the description on the page and reality were quite different: there was a TON of ice but I tasted very little tequila. The Chartreuse was non-existent. There was absolutely no way this drink could be a 4 in intensity. There was far too much ice! Because I wanted to be fair (and I had walked over a mile on the slush-covered sidewalks), I tried another drink: Pineapple Express (rating: 3). It was better, but that is not as great a compliment as one might think. There was definitely Canadian whiskey in this drink, but the drink contained the most hidden pineapple I've ever experienced. Let me be clear: I was not expecting a Piña Colada-level of pineapple, I simply wanted to have some pineapple flavor. The drink is called Pineapple Express, after all. I was disappointed. Because I respect my palate and felt I spent enough of my money, I politely asked the waitress for my check. We paid and we left, vowing not to invite said friend/recommender to our wedding. (Since we love him, we won't.) I did like the service. Even on a very busy night, we were cared for very well. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. If we liked this place, I am sure she would have made sure the drinks continued to flow. But, La Distillerie and I were not meant to be. Clearly, this is a place for a younger crowd. I would have loved this place in college, but I'm in my early 30s now and I appreciate good alcohol. If you live for sweet, fruity drinks with a touch of alcohol, the La Distillerie is your place. If you want a drink that leaves you satisfied, a drink that is made for sipping (and with each sip, you smile), go someplace else. When we find that place, we shall let you all know. My partner had promised to write her own review, so be on the lookout! read more

I tried the Hurricane drink. It was really good! Music is nice, friendly staff, nice atmosphere. The only problem was the time I had to wait until they brought my drink. It was pretty long. I'd definitely go again but earlier than 7pm. read more

My boyfriend and I stopped by last week during our visit in Montreal (we're from Chicago). I was really excited to try the drinks at this place because of all the good reviews I had read. The drinks didn't disappoint! Well, at least not me. I love sweet drinks so I tried the Mohawk and he had the mojito. We went during happy hour too, so the drinks were cheaper. Can't beat that and free goldfish crackers! The reason why I gave this place 4 stars instead of 5 is that even though both the drinks we tried had an alcohol intensity level of 4, they weren't really that strong. That was a bummer. read more

La Distillerie No.2 - The mojito & mohawk. The small mason jar (I think it was called a pint) is a fair size. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Randomly chose to go here one night based off good reviews and they were all definitely right. It was very crowded when we first got there but once we found open seats at the bar we had a blast! The drinks were unique and delicious and a good price for how much and the quality you're getting. The atmosphere was great too, great music and good vibes. What really topped it off for me though the was the service. The bartenders were singing and dancing with us and very quick to respond to our empty glasses. They were also all very attractive, men and women, and who doesn't love that? I would definitely recommend going here for a fun night with good music, drinks, and service!! read more

La Distillerie No.2 - Delicious if you love fruity drinks. It was called a #Hashtag - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Every time we've been to this location, we have been greeted with a smile and the best service. Never a dead place, the patrons are friendly, lively, and always happy and the same can be said for the staff. Attentive without being overbearing. They are happy to chat, provide recommendations, and just let you be as necessary. Love this place so much; always a regular haunt when in Montréal. read more

La Distillerie was perhaps my favorite bar in Montreal. Fantastic cocktails that spanned the liquors and the intensity. Each item listed the ingredients, how strong the drink was, and a picture - very nice for the drunk. Point and pick a great drink. Every one I had was fantastic. I opted for the whiskey-base drinks so they were strong yet super flavorful. My friend tried some of the fruitier, colorful drinks and they were definitely drinkable but had a good base that you could tell was alcohol infused. Not much space so you're bound to wait outside for 10 minutes or so, but it's well worth it. Las Distillerie is perfect for a low key, cocktail filled night on the town. Not the cheapest drinks but strong yet drinkable. Give it a try for sure. read more

I like their specialty cocktails. Pretty inexpensive. Enjoyable atmosphere. With that said, I'm quickly getting too old for the main crowd - thus will abstain on the margin at this point. But if you're less than 30, and especially a student looking for a casual option, it's a perfectly reasonable place. read more

The prices here cannot be beat. $8 for pretty big mason jar of booze you say? Count me in. On the affordable booze front, Canada wins. What they offer for $8 bucks (4 loonies?) would easily cost $12 in the States . Services excellent and the crowd is easy, even on a Saturday night! This is my boozy heaven. read more

Drinks were good.Very friendly staff.Loved that you could have a group at the minibar.

Thee best cocktails in Montreal! What a spread. Anything you could ever dream of in a cocktail. And who could pass down little mason jars of goldfish to snack on? read more

I went to this place a couple of time with a friend from France who was here. Needless to say, she loved the cocktails we can get there !! They are some of the best you can get in Montréal. The price is reasonnable considering the quality and quantity of liquid you get when you order. If you wanna go out for a drink with friends or a date it's definitively a place to go !! read more

Hip place with nice, strong drinks. Very sugary, but strong. Was a bit too crowded for my taste, and we had to sit on the end of another group of peoples' table, but we had a good night. I'd return. read more

This was one of our favorite bars we went to in Montrèal. Very friendly, great vibes. They have board games and cards that you can take back to your table and play with your friends. The cocktails were delicious, my friends ordered large mason jars and thoroughly enjoyed them. I ordered a rum runner and was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it. The bartender torched my lime and made it flame which was a nice touch. Overall, we loved it here! read more

Really like this place. Just can't take anymore of those stuffy, pretentious downtown water holes.