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!

Loud, crowded, cramped. Speakeasy, but follows no speakeasy traditional rules which takes some of…read morethe away. Drinks were ok, not great. If they stepped up their game with drinks some and had better options for cocktails it might be a 3.5. Speakeasies are supposed to be quiet, this one wasn't at all. To get in it's a hidden door that you need a password to get in and that was the only speakeasy thing about it, other than being underground Server was ok, nothing outstanding

Great new bar in little Italie ! Original and fresh cocktail. Nice food selection…read more Must try

Great spot for cocktails with a group! Good vibes, chill music, tasty drinks and decor.read more

Anytime is coffee & cocktail time right? Well apparently it is at Cafécoquetel! Right in the heart…read moreof Villeray, you can either enjoy your favourite third wave coffee (Zab), mocktail, cocktail, cider, beer, or glass of wine anytime from 9am to 9pm from Thursday to Monday. Dark'n'Stormy, Expresso Old Fashioned, Hot Toddé are alcohol-free but you can always add a shot depending on your mood. Order a Penicillin, Cayenne Negroni, Pomme Collins, or a custom classic of your choice if you feel line something stronger. Today, a Nordic shrimp roll was calling me but will reserve that when I return with friends over a glass of white vino... for now, I opted for the menu du jour grilled cheese, and their signature latte with steeped rose petals and pink peppercorns - a brighter, fruitier, milder in spiciness than the black peppercorn. Opened in February 2021, headed by Pénéloppe Tancrède (Brasserie Harricana) and Gabriel Lavallé (Café Paquebot), is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. What a beautiful first experience this was, and certainly won't be the last. Hope you get to discover this hidden gem!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at the speakeasy! The wait was pretty long on a weekday night, we…read morewaited about 45 minutes to an hour, and then we're seated with a party of four. They curate whatever drinks based on your preferences, including sweetness, fruitiness, etc. They ask you about your preferences, and then based on that they have a designated drink ready. It is not in a traditional menu where you order it which makes it all the more fun! The vibes were immaculate and very clean, the service was fairly nice even though they were busy. Drinks run $20 each and we're all amazing!

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.

This is a #ThankYouThursday covid-19 review. I am walking down streets in my memories and thinking…read moreabout some of the ridiculous fun times I've had in Montreal bars. Our nightlife is what makes our city and I really hope the provincial and federal government get together behind some actual coordinated support for these crucial local businesses. I used to live near Hemisphere gauche and have walked by all kinds of different crowds gathered outside, it's so awesome to see how different kinds of communities can feel welcomed in live music venues and bars and I love walking by and feeling, not just unthreatened, but somehow welcomed in their midst. I've sat on the window ledge here and enjoyed a cheep beer and the people watching, and I've rolled in here with a crew of badass lady friends after another bar closed and the staff let us take over their karaoke set up and drink whiskey and sing all our frustrations out till closing time, no fuss.

Awesome Staff! Took amazing care of us and even jammed some SLAYER for me. Thank you for the…read moreRespect. I will be back on my next trip.

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.

La serveuse Arianne était vraiment genial! Les cocktails…read morequ'on a essayé etaient fantastiques!

From the owner: Chez Josie is a cozy bar in the heart of Villeray perfect for a dinner with friends, no matter the…read moresize of the group. Our menu is inspired by cuisine from around the world that we enjoy and we hope you will enjoy it as well. After dinner, we hope you will join us for a cocktail from our curated menu of favorites and enjoy the sounds of our DJ from Thursday to Saturday.

Nice location and cool, mellow vibe. Excellent pizza chorizo , then a nice prosciutto plate washed…read moredown with a tasty local 77 Double IPA. Scotch selection average.

It's funny, just when I was thinking "this area needs one more bar" Huis Clos pops up. Sitting on…read morethe sunny side of St Denis, corner Villeray, and opened by the same crew that brought you Monsieur Smith out in HOMA, Huis Clos is most definitely welcome. It's a little on the edge of fancy for my taste, but with a nice selection of cocktails around the $10 range I am not mad at them. The Mojito and Ceasar were classic and strong, and the $22 charcuterie sharing plate was actually big and hearty and plenty for two people, with neat tastes like the pickled egg and vegetables, and the beet mustard. The big backlit lettered sign with drink specials looks great and helps prevent the feeling of squinting at a chalkboard in a dim bar so popular around town. There's a sizeable booth in the back nearby windows into the kitchen, but the prime seat for me is right in the front in the setting sun, I'll be back earlier next time to try and slip into it. Service was slow but super friendly, I think they'll ramp right up into excellent.

Talented and creative kitchen. Friendly service. Just tasty as hell with a cool and welcoming vibe…read more Bathrooms also nice.

The food was very tasty, but our service was terrible. It took over an hour for our appetizers to…read morecome out. The waiting staff was huddled in the corner having a social hour instead of doing their job. Overall we would not eat here again because the service was so bad. One of the other tables in the restaurant left before their food even arrived because it was taking so long.

Love it! Great vibes. Amazing service and great creativity with food and drinks. Sat the bar…read morewithout reservations. If you are in the area, stop by for an appetizer and a drink! We asked the bartender for some creative mixes and he delivered. 5 stars.

Great spot to hang at the bar midday an eat oysters and delicious fries. Service was very friendly.read more