This was CRAZY FUN! This has everything you need, drinks, karaoke, and great people. The bartenders…read morewere really cool and fast, and we met the owners who were super welcoming and nice. We were visiting last week and were looking for a fun karaoke spot, and this didn't disappoint. It was busy on a Monday night, and so don't expect to sing a lot of songs. I don't think they have food, but I'm also unsure about that. I would definitely come back the next time we are in Montreal

Upon arriving in Montreal from California, I realized I had no cell service in Canada. There was a…read moreparty waiting for me in Vermont and I had no idea how to get there-no way to reach anyone! I drove my rental car out of the airport in search of a place to find WIFI so I could WHATSAPP my daughter. I landed at Le Normandie only to be greeted by a handsome bartender who was my savior. He took my phone- hooked me up- hand wrote specific directions to my destination- while i contacted my daughter to let her know where I was. I didn't have time to dine but I did manage to gulp a glass of wine- and I would highly recommend this establishment to anyone who is in the area. Thank you for all your help!!!

Jamie W and I managed to hit four different bars in Montreal's Gay Village over our vacation (see…read morereview links below). We found this one had the most relaxing vibe, especially in the early evening before activity on Sainte-Catherine began to percolate. This bar is mostly known for the access they provide patrons to thousands of music videos available through a mobile app. Somebody must've already programmed a lot of Depeche Mode and Erasure music, which was perfectly fine with Jamie since that's his jam. Meantime we sat out on the terrace and leisurely ordered a couple of rounds. First up was a pair of fruity lookalike C$11 drinks, Bellini à la Peche and Limoncello Spritz (Photo 9). The peachy concoction had prosecco and peach schnapps, jujube, and syrup. The spritz combined limoncello, prosecco, and soda. Our libations were so refreshing we went for a second round of same-price drinks, Berrylicious (strawberry slush & white rum) and Jungle Bird (dark rum, Campari & pineapple) (Photo 10). They were even buzzier than the first round. Our one nitpick with the slushie cocktails was that we were hoping they would be frozen, but we didn't whine about it. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...fruity and refreshing, just not frozen AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...pretty laid back SERVICE - 4 stars...an attentive bartender and server TOTAL - 4 stars...bring back the Human League! CORRESPONDING BAR REVIEWS Bar Renard: https://yelp.to/4WKAOl24aV Stock Bar: https://yelp.to/1cOmxsBMTo Bar Aigle Noir: https://yelp.to/iO7-OvOLx7 RELATED - Exploring Montreal? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/MtB8UEcDJh

Staff/waiter was really fast, attentive, all around good…read more Weird and tough times for bars, restos Appreciate the BAR

Of course Montreal has an Eagle Bar, even in French. Every major city has an Eagle Bar. It's not a…read morechain but just a familiar name for any leather bear bar. Certainly makes branding easier, and Jamie W and I knew what the vibe would be even before we got here. Rest easy it wasn't a fetish-crazed space like a sweaty scene from "Cruising". No, on the evening we went, it was quite casual with the hirsute DJ playing tunes that were a bit too loud for this codger's ears. Although there was a lively back room, we ended up hanging upstairs where we could overlook the action (Photo 2). We must've felt pretty comfortable because we returned in the afternoon. It was comparatively empty, but we were happy to see the slushie machines on full whirl. That was it for us. Jamie went for the C$13.05 Strawberry Daiquiri, and I had the C$13.04 Pina Colada (Photo 10). Both were quite refreshing with a welcome kick. After all, aren't slushies the libations of choice among the leather bear crowd? I believe it. DRINKS - 4 stars...slushies and bears go together AMBIANCE - 4 stars...bypassed the sling SERVICE - 4 stars... pretty friendly uncaged TOTAL - 4 stars...fly like an Eagle RELATED - Exploring Montreal? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/tg2sSHGYGv

The bar selection was probably the smallest I've seen, which was a bit disappointing. The space…read moreitself is nice and the music was good, but the overall energy just didn't land -- it felt a little flat for a Saturday night. Not a bad stop if you're nearby, but I was hoping for a bit more vibe.

Great ambiance and friendly and professionnel staff. Merci l'équipe!!…read moreJe reviendrai sûrement!

"Get your drink on"…read more In both of my visits to Montreal, I always make a point to stop here for a drink or 15. This multilevel bar/club has a little of something for everyone. The first floor is pretty chill and relaxed and the upper floor are more dance/twirk oriented. Try to get there a little early, make some friends on the first floor and go upstairs to dance the night away. Both the clients and staff are very friendly and helpful. Last year, I lost my wallet and someone turned it in but all of my money and credit cards where still present. :) The drinks are relatively cheap. But, it you are a "strong" drinker, I would suggest that you stick to martinis or drinks with no mixers. Canada does not do free pours for drinks so if you get a gin and tonic then it will be mostly tonic water. That is why I mention a drink of 15 above. If you bring a coat on a weekend, they will make you do coat check ($1.50 as of October 2015).

Been there last Saturday night and omg was my first time going inside and I'm definitely not…read moredisappointed . The atmosphere was simply epic great care cocktails and not too expensive 8.50$ each the music was a banger and representative of the LGBTQ+ community as this bar is for Also barman were really sweet and a little extra as they were also pretty cute

Ok I've only been once but I already love this bar. Easy walk from the metro along a part of St…read moreCatherines that is seeing some new fun life with restaurants and bars and clubs all bumping at 5pm on a Friday. The bar is dark but not seedy, there's a low stage, big screen and second level mezzanine that looks down on the action below. The layout is great for visibility - lots of low tables around the stage, high tops in the back, plus the mezzanine. And the waiters are amazingly fast and efficient, they move through even a thick crowd smoothly delivering fresh drinks before you can blink. Fridays they show RuPaul's Drag Race to a cheering passionate crowd and the vibe is delicious, can't wait to go back!

Cute little bar across from the Beaudry metro station in the Gay Village…read more The summer crowds usually try to grab a table on the patio and people watch as dozens of people stroll the pedestrian street. We got a nice table in the shade and got a glass of wine and a soft drink. Easy, comfy and very good ambiance. Our server was polite, good and friendly.

It should come as no surprise that Jamie W and I made a beeline to the Gay Village on our first…read moreevening in Montreal. Following the rainbow ribbon in the center of Rue Sainte-Catherine, we decided to make a stop here first because we heard it was the type of low-key bar that helps acclimate newcomers to the neighborhood. Located across from the Beaudry metro station, it definitely felt like the social hub. The fully occupied patio was where most of their patrons gathered, so we decided to sit at a high-top table inside. It was getting lonely because apparently nobody sits inside at 7PM. We started our evening with a couple of C$16 Aperol Spritzes (Photo 7). They were indeed refreshing as we contemplated some bar bites on their menu. Feeling peckish, we decided to order two comfort items. We split the C$15 Grilled Cheese, a not-bad rendition that double loaded the cheese with mozzarella and cheddar for a substantial pull and added caramelized onions into a chewy ciabatta roll (Photo 6). We probably could've stopped there, but then we ordered the C$6 Corn Chips with Vegan and Sour Cream, a noncommittal version of nachos we didn't finish (Photo 8). We soon moved onto the next bar. DRINKS / FOOD - 3 stars...spritzed fine, middling bar bites AMBIANCE - 4 stars...sleekest spot in the village SERVICE - 3.5 stars...industrious crew here TOTAL - 3 stars....decent starter for an evening of debauchery RELATED - Exploring Montreal? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/r5e3TSWuTR

Love, love, love this fabulous place. My husband and I have made this our go-to establishment in…read morethe Gay Village. We have other places for Montreal in general, but this is it for this area. Food: I've had the Hangover Tater Tots, and they're awesome. Other food I've had has been great. Service: The staff can get a bit overwhelmed when busy, but they still work their magic to ensure we are all taken care of. They will provide English or French instructions and menus as appropriate. Friendly, and welcoming, and they offer suggestions and such. Great people. Ambiance: the atmosphere is casual, with hints of gay bar. Bathrooms are downstairs, in a communal wash area, with gender-neutral stalls. Great vibes, and outdoor seating is available.

Hanging around Montreal's Gay Village, you're bound to get into something greasy. No, I'm not…read moretalking about the back room of a go-go boys club. I meant a place to eat casually where calories are just figments of our imagination. This place looked pretty popular but still had plenty of room on their terrace late into the afternoon. Jamie W and I didn't know this restaurant was part of a broader chain. However, it became obvious when we looked through the laminated photo menu. Smashburgers and related diner fare appeared to be the specialties here. There was definitely a TGI Friday's vibe about the gluttonous food and the lackluster service. Jamie ordered the C$23 Mac Cheeseburger, a carbopalooza of mac & cheese with cornichons (Photo 9), a guilty pleasure with a bit of crunch. I went for the C$23 Holy Swiss, a standard mushroom cheeseburger with caramelized onions, BBQ sauce, and an excess of mayo. I went for the lettuce wrap for a C$2 surcharge (Photo 10). It came with soggy fries, and our C$3.75 mugs of Coke Zero helped get the food down our gullets (Photo 8). The brick walls were covered with gay iconography (The Village People, Elton John, Betty White). FOOD - 3 stars...familiar diner fare executed predictably AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars.. spacious and gay SERVICE - 3 stars..,doing their job TOTAL - 3 stars...just a link in a chain RELATED - Exploring Montreal? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/aO5rmUhunu

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!

Easily one of the best clubs in North America. A lot of the negative reviews clearly come from…read morepeople who didn't bother to read the simple rules that are posted in huge font in multiples places around the entrance and coat check. The rules are straightforward: 1. No alcohol 2. No gum 3. No photos or videos (... also the unofficial rule that the right side is the gay side and the left is the straight side by the end of the night. It's not an actual rule, but a cultural thing). Complaints about it being alcohol-free, having gum taken away, or being told to put phones away miss the point entirely. Those are exactly the kinds of behaviors the club is trying to filter out, and it's part of what makes the experience what it is. Don't go expecting a flashy or luxurious venue. There is no VIP area on purpose - everyone in the club is considered equal. The lighting is minimal, and the layout is simple... mostly a large seating area and a big dance floor. You're there for the sound system, which is arguably the best currently functioning club speaker system anywhere on the planet, and for the atmosphere, which is on another level. There's a reason it consistently ranks among the favorite venues of top DJs worldwide.

Stereo has dominated Montreal nightlife for over a decade. That doesn't happen over night. It…read morehappens over many, many unforgettable nights. To put it another way... They're bigger and bolder and rougher and tougher. In other words, sucker, there is no other. Wanna kiss myself!

This place owes me nothing!…read more The 2000s throwback party was like a blast from the past. i was coming in from out of town (mini vacation) and the wonderful bartender informed me there would be a party around 10 and it would go until 3am. She suggested 'Bar Pamplemousse' for dinner and a cocktail and i am glad i made the stop. when i get back this place is in full 2000s RAVE decorations. take me back! They were so kind and the drinks were poppin'! i ended up staying out with the locals and having a great night. I ended up in the Village at karaoke! all i can say is the prices were not issue. the staff were lively and fun! this was all out of the blue on a Monday night and i was treated like royalty! **It didn't hurt i was like to the only person there was alive in 2004* lol! thank you for an amazing kick off! pro tips: you have to pay as you go there are no tabs. they take a card and will convert the dollars tips are tips! park across the block it's a short walk take a ride service... the drinks are strong AF! ultra pro tip: bring an umbrella #iykyk

Other side of Montreal from the old port area...this was recommended by a bartender at a different…read morespot, we walked, we shouldn't have... but we did grab a uber after our stretchy noodles. The midway was awesome, but we had to take it easy as we realized we were t in Kansas anymore.