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    McLean's Pub

    3.9 (159 reviews)
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    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Loud
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Kilkenny on tap
    Mia T.

    Came for the food, stayed for the vibes! The bacon poutine? Next level amazing. We tried the butter chicken pizza too--sounds wild, tastes awesome. Kudos to Angie the bartender--super friendly, made us feel like regulars, and had some top-tier drink and food recs. Also... Kilkenny on tap. I'm obsessed. Pretty sure I could take down a whole keg solo (don't test me). Awesome spot, killer service, and just a good time all around. Can't wait to come back!

    Steak sandwich
    Russ K.

    We've been to McLean's countless times, so I'm overdue for a review. It is a solid pub to gather with friends, watch a game, and grab dinner. Food is average+ pub fare with generous portions. Service is always friendly and energetic.

    Caroline P.

    We randomly walked in this bar during our weekend visit to Montreal. We sat at the bar and had a few beverages, you can tell it's a happening sports bar. The place was packed and TVs everywhere. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Check this place out if you're looking for a relaxed and social vibe!

    I was looking for a sports bar to watch the NBA finals, this was rated it's number one on yelp so we tried it out. We were not steered wrong! This place is awesome. It is 1030 at night and it's perfectly packed. It's a mixture of people coming from work and suits, people in shorts and T-shirts, they have all the TVs on to the good games, great music, the food is good. Highly recommend.

    a receipt for a meal
    Jim P.

    I had decided to meet up with some ex-work colleagues for some drinks since I was downtown but due to some people deciding to work from home and some people who worked onsite not being available after work, only one of my ex-work colleagues managed to show up. I arrived there alone at about 5:15pm-ish and as I walked in, I was asked whether I wanted to sit at the bar or sit at a table. I opted for a table. I was then given the food menu and a drinks menu. I took a look at the drinks menu and wasn't sure what I would have. I asked the server how large certain drinks were and then opted for the 3 litres of beer. My server asked if I was sure and then I mentioned that someone would be showing up and she informed me that 3 litres should be fine then since she has seen two people drink this before. For me, I had a rough idea of the amount since I've had or bought 2 litre soft drink bottles before at the grocery store but never drank a 2 litre bottle of soft drink myself in a single sitting. When my server brought the 3 litres of beer, I was shocked by the size of it as it didn't come in a standard pitcher but came in some sort of a dispensing container which was tube-shaped. I noticed that there was a patron WiFi access point name so I asked the server for the password while I waited for my friend to show up and she provided it to me. I browsed on my mini-tablet while I tried the beer and waited for my friend to show up. He showed up at about 6:00pm and he told me that he wasn't planning on drinking a lot but did luckily he did help me to go through the 3 litres of beer as it would have been too much for me to finish myself (although he only had 2 glasses of beer. I believe that the server that I had was finishing her shift so she dropped by our table to ask if we would mind settling up the bill which is normally what happens due to tips, etc. and it wasn't an issue so I paid for the beer and we continued to drink at the table. The place does get loud in the evening so at times, it was difficult to hear my friend and I felt that I had to shout/yell. We left shortly after finishing the beer. In a rush to leave, I forgot that I left my umbrella at the side of the table and as I was going home on the metro, I remembered. I called and the person I spoke with informed me that there were a few umbrellas in their lost & found that matched my description. As I would be downtown again the following day, I asked if I could pick it up tomorrow and was informed that I just needed to ask for the "lost & found" area. I showed up the following day during my lunch and when I mentioned to the hostess that I was a patron last night and forgot my umbrella at the side table, she immediately handed it to me without me having to go through the "lost & found" area. The only minor point that I had to say about my experience in McLean's Pub is that they either don't have or don't advertise any 5a7 special pricing as I didn't see any mention of it in the menu or on the table.

    Drinks
    Marc M.

    Great atmosphere on a hockey night. Friendly service and fast. Good selection on beers. Wings were a little small. Loved the fish n chip. Moist inside and good crunch. Home fries are tasty. We enjoyed our meal

    Outside
    Michelle R.

    While flying from California to Montreal, I found McLean's on yelp. I sent a message asking if they could hold a table for my group so we can watch the Ducks v Sens game. I got an immediate response from the owner it was no problem, but no sound as the Habs game would trump our game. No problem! When we got there, bad news. Rogers TV blocked our game. No worries we still had to eat. We were led to the back, past the slot machines, and up the stairs to a cozy nook all of our own. There were tvs surrounding us, just too bad it wasn't our game. Our server was excellent. She first asked each of us our name, wrote it down, and then wrote our order based on our names. By the middle of the evening she actually called to us by name. How personal! She was sassy and she was organized. We did have 1 or 2 orders mixed up, but it was corrected. She even divided our cheque based on party rather than giving us one big bill. Maybe they do that in Montreal but we don't get that luxury in California! I can't find anything bad about the place.. .well except our game was blacked out, but that's Rogers TV, not the bars. Food was good, but I after visting other places in Montreal, it wasn't the greatest. I'd definitely patronize them again if I am in town.

    Water!

    Best glass of water in town! Stumbled upon this on our journey and our beers were accompanied by these perfect waters, not once but twice. Also tried the hot dog poutine, best poutine we tried in all of the meals and days in Montréal, the meltiest cheese curds! Give it a go, lots of sports on if you are a sports fan.

    Mill street organic lager and a double Talisker rocks. Let the night start.
    Daniel B.

    Like a warm blanket on a cold winter day, this oasis on the middle of downtown has served me and my friends well for about 25 years. Like Neil Young sang about a small town in the song Helpless, "All my changes were there" That's how I feel about McLean's. It's the friendly staff, the old wood tables, chairs and wall paneling, the TVs, the pool tables upstairs, the Habs games watched, and the time Carolina beat us in the playoffs and my buddy Rick came as close as I have ever seen to a live heart attack. The memories, the dates, the times we came here to pre-drink, post drink, and those other nights when we just stayed put here the whole time. The stories I could tell would only be rivalled by those about the Peel Pub...(not the new bullshit location next door, the real one on the corner of St. Catherine and Peel, may god rest its soul) The food here is average pub fare but always hits the spot. I hope it NEVER changes. I fucking love you McLean's! Yours Truly,

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    Kyle is the best bartender in all of North America best bar I have ever been to. This place is the perfect place for a drink

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    McLean's Pub Reviews in Other Languages

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    Pub BreWskey

    4.2(262 reviews)
    2.0 kmVille-Marie
    $$

    Working in Montreal for the week and while hunting around for dinner I did my usual Yelp'ing! I…read morediscovered Pub BreWskey near my hotel so I decided to check it out! Here's how it went... Atmosphere/Appearance: The entrance is kinda off the beaten path and the restaurant is located under what looks like some sort of laboratory. Once down the stairs you're greeted by what feels like an underground speakeasy vibes! There's exposed copper ventilation pipes, exposed warm lightbulbs, raw concrete, wood and quite a few places to sit. I sat at the bar on the metal chairs like all pros do! But off to the side is a set of stairs which leads down to the ACTUAL BREWERY where all of the beer is made! I loved that there were windows in which you could look out of to see the giant vats. Really cool. Service: Dany at the bar took excellent care of me and there was nothing more I could've asked of him. He was attentive, fun and made sure I enjoyed my time there. Food/Drinks: First up I started with their Brew Juice, a beer made right in-house. It was their "beer smoothie". It was sweet, filling, thick, sour and crazy flavorful! Tasted nothing like a beer at all. My first appetizer was the Bacon Jerky which is thick-cut bacon in a beer maple glaze, chili seasonings, sesame seeds and green onions. It was mildly sweet, salty, savory, thick, tender and really, really good and not what I was expecting given the name. My 2nd beer was the Double Goose. This one was deliciously sour, gentle, not too sweet at all or harsh. For my entree I went with their special that was written in chalk on the board! I was the Sandwich of Duck & Lamb. The salad on the side was GREAT! Good bitter greens with rich, robust dressing. The chips the sandwich also came with were seasoned well and had an excellent spicy mayo dipping sauce. Sandwich was GREAT as well! Bread was softer than expected. Rich, buttery flavor. The 2 meats were light and worked well together. The sandwich is called "Sandwich Au Lapin De Cannard", but "lapin" translates to rabbit. Warm, cheesy, comforting, filling. Lil' cajun flavor. Caught a bone or 2 while eating it. It happens. Value: It's a brewery that actually serves food and that's always a plus! All prices are in $CAD. My first 12 oz. beer was $8.75. My 2nd one was $9.00. The bacon jerky was $10.00 and the sandwich with salad and chips was $26.00. Extremely reasonable if you ask me. In conclusion, I really enjoyed my time here at Pub BreWskey and I would surely pay this place another visit. Beers rotate all the time so what I had may not even be around by the time you visit. Same goes for the specials on the chalkboard! Thank you for reading and supporting local businesses.

    Very large spot with outdoor seating. Large selection of beers and their Poutine was sooo good!…read more I would come back just for the Radler Orange & Calamansi. Located right in Old Montreal, a few blocks away of the Basilica, the waterfront, and the La Grande Roue de Montreal.

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    Bar George - Bar George: beet salad

    Bar George

    4.3(309 reviews)
    0.3 kmVille-Marie
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    Dining at Bar George was one of the highlights of our quick 24-hour layover in Montreal. We stayed…read moreat Le Mount Stephen Hotel without doing much research on dining options, assuming we'd just find something nearby. But before even checking in, we had to walk through Bar George ~ and instantly knew we wanted to eat there. We were lucky enough to grab a last-minute reservation, and Julien took a good care of us throughout the evening. His recommendation of the Beef Wellington was spot on (it's already one of our favorite dishes), but this was hands down the best we've ever had. I ordered the lobster risotto, which was excellent with just the right amount of spice. My son had the 10 oz striploin steak with homemade fries (chips), and it was absolutely delicious. I also loved the Canadian touch of coarse salt on the steak, plus the option to choose between Béarnaise or peppercorn sauce. Julien also mentioned their pastry chef placed second in a NY competition, and the desserts absolutely lived up to that reputation. We tried the pineapple and coconut pavlova and the "lick me hazelnut" ~ both beautifully presented and incredibly delicious. We also ordered iced coffee and a latte, and noticed something interesting: this was the second place where we found Canadian coffee to be smooth and mild ~ such a nice change from the often bitter, over-roasted American coffee. Yes, dinner was a bit steep ($300+), but it was worth every penny. Between the rich history, stunning design, outstanding service, and unique cuisine, I would highly recommend Bar George. I would absolutely love to come back!!

    The inside of the restaurant architecture that mimic an old nostalgia classic British…read morecraftsmanship. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, ambience, and service here was impeccable. Ordered the Beef Wellington with several other dishes which were very good. The drink was excellent! I visit this place every time that I am in the area visiting! Again, the architecture of the building is timeless and beautiful!

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    McKibbin's Irish Pub

    McKibbin's Irish Pub

    3.5(67 reviews)
    1.6 kmPlateau-Mont-Royal
    $$

    Review for their Quartier Dix30 location, 2025…read more.. Horrible ending to our night, false accusations by their staff... My friends and I went to this pub as a portion of our celebrating one of their birthdays this evening. For context I and my friends are in our late 30s to early 40s, and we had beforehand gone to another establishment but the temperature was unbearable as they did not have air conditioning so we sought out an alternative and chose Mckibbin's. Funnily enough, Mckibbin's didn't have AC either but we ended up staying for a few drinks regardless, mostly to appreciate the live music which was quite good. The waitress was good as well, quick and friendly, we had a minor snafu with a couple of the drinks which were not to our liking but the bar graceously replaced them which is yet another solid point in their favor. Why, you might ask in that case, would I be rating this establishment one star then? Well it all comes down to how we ultimately exited the establishment. We all paid our tab at the table, and finished up the rest of our drinks, still enjoying the music playing. It was a great band by the way, I just have to say. We all ended up leaving after 10-15 minutes and all seemed well, except it was only once we're outside that I found out that apparently one of our group who had gone to the bathroom had been victim of a rather apauling scenario. He had been in the stall for 10 or so minutes (he was doing what he had to do .. sometimes nature calls), and was interrupted by a knock on his stall only to hear the bouncer tell him he had to pay and get out of the bar immediately. The bouncer aparrently had heard him "sniffing" his nose in the stall, and found that to be appropriate reason enough to accuse him of doing cocaine in the stall, and to force him out of the bar. Of course it did not cross his mind to think that perhaps it had something to do with the bar being at approximately 29 degrees, perhaps my friend simply had a stuffy nose, or perhaps he had allergies, no he heard a few sniffles and that was all he needed to throw out allegations. Needless to say, I'm completely and utterly disgusted having learned this. Ultimately we left and let things be, we weren't about to bust back in there and cause disruption for no reason we were already on our way out anyway, but to think that this man, employed by this establishment, could be so outlandishly shortsighted is a true injustice. Suffice to say, my friend has never done cocaine in his life, we quite literally made jokes about this man's accusations the whole ride home. Still, I will never go back to this place, because I shudder to think of myself in his situation and what I might do, how it would make me feel to be on the bad end of this kind of person's shortsighted and unfounded accusations. That said, I urge anyone and everyone to beware of the types of people this establishment has working under its payroll. Most of their staff (everyone else in-fact) were excellent, but unfortunately it only takes one completely rotten apple to ruin the bunch.

    Horrible service. They didn't let 3 of my peers with REAL ID in the club. And when my friend…read moreconfronted them, the next time she came in they told her she was "the bitch with the attitude". Tremendously rude bouncers. Don't recommend.

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    Wood floor, tin ceiling, stained glass fixtures. All the good stuff

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