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 don't know if my original review of Darling might have been lost, or whether I simply forgot to…read morecreate it, but this restaurant is too good to not write that review. It's a fun place to dine, and I'm not just saying that because we were able to order a pitcher of Aperol spritz (okay, maybe a little). The atmosphere here is just plain fun, and the decor is cool, especially that circular bar in the middle. We enjoyed everything we ordered. The polenta fries were delicious and paired well with the tomato salad. It continued with my Grilled Half Cornouailles Chicken, with chimichurri, and it finished with the Basque Cheesecake. Darling is likely to become a regular favorite on future trips to Montreal.

Great spot to grab a bite and a pint. We sat inside at the bar area and it was very cool. There…read morewere 5 of us and the bar is a large circle so we were able to chat and hear each other just fine. The vibes were great in there. The server we had was super nice. We were there for brunch. The food was pretty good to. I do wish they had a few more brunch items but whaddya do. We still had a great time. They make a good Cesar. They make some great focaccia with honey butter.

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.

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!

Stopped in for a late night crème brûlée and loved the vibes here! It was pretty busy and the bar…read morewas full, so we were sat at a table in the corner and got to people watch. We got there right before the kitchen closed but we got our order in just in time and I appreciate our waiter and the kitchen for the excellent quick service!

We really enjoyed Wolf & Workman, a wonderful English pub. It was a great find, recommended to us…read moreby someone we struck up a conversation with. The service was friendly and accommodating throughout the evening. The pub setting is lively, so it can get loud, but the food is exactly the hearty, comforting English pub fare you'd hope for. I had the beef pie, which was very satisfying. My wife had the chicken tikka masala, a generous portion that she thoroughly enjoyed. Our son had the steak frites, and the fries were really good. The steak was cooked perfectly, though it could have used a touch more seasoning. One tip: it gets very busy here, so be sure to reserve a table, as walking in is no guarantee. We saw several people turn away after leaving their name with the hostess, so a reservation is the way to go. A lovely place, and we're glad we came.

Everything we had was great with 6 different entrees and 1 starter around the table…read more All excellent: Lollipop style chicken wings Chicken and shrimp dish Salmon special with pappardelle I didnt try the pork chop or pad Thai but the people who ordered them enjoyed the dishes and they looked excellent. I tried a couple of the alcoholic mixed drinks and they were excellent. Service was great and seated our larger party immediately with no reservations on a Friday night. Very accommodating and friendly waitress. Good vibe and music fairly loud. Great experience dining here!

Great spot! The food is delicious and comes out quickly, just as ordered. Service is excellent,…read morefriendly and attentive. Love the open kitchen behind the glass wall, and there's even a private area you can rent for small parties. Perfect mix of good food, great vibes, and top-notch service. Creative cocktails. I enjoyed a Midtown sour, made with whiskey, yuzu, lemon juice, egg whites, and Chianti - I wouldn't have thought of this combo, but it works and presents well. The owner also greeted us and discussed the history of the restaurant, including the origin of its name. Check it out for a nice night out.

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!

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.

I had wanted to treat a friend to a dinner and a show while I was in town ahead of her birthday…read morelater this month, and the original restaurant she had chosen fell through (we mistaken the genre of the restaurant). With 1.5 hours before our burlesque show down the street at the Wiggle Room, I remembered I had bookmarked Le Majestique and that it was 1.5 blocks from both Schwartz and the venue! We made it over from St Denis and were graciously seated in the window - perfect lighting for selfies and food photos! It was happy hour, so we indulged in oysters (NB and NS I believe), as well as their scallop on half shell; this was so delicious with the hazelnut oil and fermented beets and butter - we pretty much drank the liquid afterwards (unapologetically - I had it dripping down my chin I think). Next was their special of the day, ricotta and mushroom filled anglotti with ceps, smoked matsutake and another mushroom, garnished with shavings of truffle and Parmesan. This was earthy and warming and delicious. For me it was fall. I wished it was on the permanent menu! We also shared the prime NY steak with green sauce and baby heirloom turnips. To end the meal we shared a pudding chomeur aged Louis d'or cheese. This was a creamy bread pudding- like dessert with grated Louis d'or on top. We enjoyed this - I love restaurants that showcase stellar local ingredients and Le Majestique does this well! If I could spend a month eating my way through Plateau Mont Royal and Little Portugal I would gladly do it. Bookmarked for future visits. Thank you for a wonderful night Le Majestique!

Food: The food and drinks were 5/5 amazing! Ordered a dozen oysters, duck risotto, focaccia, and…read morepinot! I normally don't like risotto but it was super yum and flavorful from the duck. Service: Very accommodating with us wanting to sit outside. Ambiance: The weather was beautiful so sitting outside was so cute, I will say the space is a bit tight. I highly recommend!

Fun cozy little bar. There were games to play and a very friendly crowd. Seemed like a lot of…read morelocals who were friendly despite our speaking English. Great service

Went on a Yelp Mission yesterday with the lovely WhiteFeather to check out this bar which had some…read morereviews from Yelpers whom I trust when it comes to cute bars, but no photos! This is one of those spots you've walked by and wondered about. It's tiny and has no sign. It's simple and lovely inside and has been around for 5 years, it's like a little secret and please note - it would like to stay that way in order to keep a crowd of regulars who are calm and kind and friendly. Please only come here if you are in that mode. I had a lovely Old Fashioned and then we shared a bottle of dry, clean cider - not too sweet, two pints worth for $15, I'm not usually a cider drinker but was so happy with this choice on a hot day. There is also AC, deeply welcome during these melting August days. Tiny simple patio out front, gender neutral bathrooms, small select wine list, affordable basic beers and cocktails, a bartender who knows the name of his mailman and offers him a drink when he comes in. My kind of bar, I'll be back for sure.

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.