If you're a gay man from the US, and visiting Montreal, then Stock Bar should be on your list of places to see. However, you should first understand the differences of how male dancers conduct business in Montreal. In the US, a dancer typically performs, and then works the room, giving customer attention. They are commonly rewarded with dollar bills, one at a time, when when the customer wishes to continue that attention. when you get to Canada, one of the first things you'll realize is that there are no dollar bills. They only use coins. Instead, the dancers here will perform, and work the room, but will then start conversation with a customer who may appear interested (Some are much more forward than others). Their goal is to offer you private dances in booths, at $20 a song. It might sound hefty, but you'll find this to be well worth the price, with the right guy.
In my experience at Stock Bar, the dancers were much more diverse than I had read in previous reviews. Yes, a large percentage of their dancers are hot jocks, the type most of us drooled in high school or college, but knew we could never have. However, they seem to be making an effort to include many ethnicities, and body types, having a few twinks, asians, hairy, etc. on staff, for those looking for variety. In my experience, I found some of the forward dancers were a little too pushy, and the ones I wanted to meet were very timid. However, my favorite dancer, Frank, turned out to be timid because he spoke little English. Language was not an issue to get a dance. Lesson learned - if you want a particular dancer, don't wait for him to talk to you, just go grab him.
I recommend finding Stock Bar's website before visiting, and get to know the dancers (they have live feeds, dancer videos and profiles, for a fee, of course) Pick your favorites, and go on a weekend, when the majority of them perform. Know who you want, and how much you want to spend, and be direct with them. Some will be much more upfront about the cost, and how many songs you've tallied (time goes very quickly during a private dance, and the money will add up quickly too) The experience can be very costly, but worth every penny if you get the right dancer.
If you are not into a private dance, you can just relax here and watch the show. Have a few drinks. The bartenders are friendly, and the show is entertaining. ... and each dancer will bare all. read more