This was our 'sentence filler' that was suggested by the host of the restaurant we were about to…read moredine in while waiting for our table. See Urbanista as a happy-go-lucky spot in the Plateau Mont-Royal area where music keeps playing and smiles don't stop. Their style is mish-mash but comes together in their own funky way: Cabbage Patch Doll perched up on a shelf, some small decorative palm trees and tchotchkes everywhere. The bar looked is stocked with a nice arsenal of bottles but our Midori Sour and hubs' Jack & Coke drinks were pure juice and no strength. To add, when I tried using my Yelp check-in offer, I was told that they didn't know anything about the offer ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. Plus it was almost upsetting that they thought I wanted a 'free' drink when it was actually an 'offer' their business put out. Anyhow. The owner(?) was pleasant and even though she didn't know about the Yelp check-in offer, Urbanista's vibe is really up our alley. Since cocktails didn't wow me, perhaps their bites would've.

They have happy hour from 5-9pm, 2 for 1 cocktails. The cocktails all range from 12-16 dollars, so…read morethis is a very good deal! They are your classic cocktails, nothing new. It was a very cozy and comfortable interior, we relaxed on the couch. There was only one girl serving and making drinks, she did a great job. Service was quick and friendly. Would recommend!

Crudo (7/10): decent, but didn't stand out much. I don't remember what fish it was - maybe…read moreyellowtail? Tagliolini (8/10): Very nice sauce, reminded me of a Japanese cod roe pasta. Creamy, smooth, nice texture. Breadcrumbs were delicious. Stracciatella w/ Bottarga (8.5/10): Very unique dish. I loved the bottarga-flavored radish. Added a nice splash of seafood taste into the salad. The stracciatella was amazing. White Asparagus (8.5/10): Very well-executed. Asparagus was tender. The greens on top were nicely charred. Sauce was tasty. Buckwheat Cake (8/10): Excellent cake. Simple, but decadent. Not too sweet either Though this is the top-ranked restaurant in Montreal, I still have to say Beba is my favorite. Although Mon Lapin is good, the service and taste both fall short of Beba's.

Wow. This lived up to its reputation. The food and extensive wine list were both on point, and the…read moreplace had a calm clean presence. The service was super friendly as well and very attentive.. although the dinner lasted hours (maybe that was our fault since they didn't see to bring more plates until we cleared the prior ones?). You MUST get the scallop sandwich! Insane. I also was shocked by how delicious the leeks and fresh pasta were. Definitely I would return!

Great atmosphere (not needed, but the Habs were on too). Didn't have a reservations, but just the…read moretwo of us and there was a cask right at the front door. We sat there and had a blast as well as several fantastic, unique appetizers, a local IPA (okay 2),, and wine for my wife. Staff was very welcoming and friendly as well.. Definitely our top meal while in Montreal.!

Before I get into it, this place is cute and trendy. I liked that aspect before it turned bad. I…read morewent for an event with my university, mostly just tapas style and it pretty good. The service was the bad part. They skipped over a lot of people and were kinda rude. They told a few people that "just so you know so you aren't like your friend, tipping isn't included"... They were being rude because they didn't tip when it's always optional. The people who didn't tip weren't really served and didn't eat... I don't know, not an ideal situation for the group mixed with the service. The lady that serviced us was super nice but the two men who helped with the party were not. It would probably be better as just a sit down casual spot and not for an event.

5 Stars cuz i cant give more but if i Could give 10 i would!!!! I drove 1h from Mtl to eat here and…read morethey didnt disappoint... Everything is very refined and dishes are as beautiful as they are delicious... Read the menu i cant go through all of it but i promise everything is Phenomenal....This is LIKE a 3 star Michelin Resto all day long....P.S Canada has No Michelin Star Restos....Ya so we don't eat on 1000$ Table Cloths and don't have stuck up waiters names Jean Pierre who look at your shoes be4 they talk to you if thats what Michelin is France can keep the Stars....Im inventing a new scale just for Canadian Restaurants called.. Northern Lights.. If Chuck Huges is a 5 N.Lights...Then Jason Kacpzack is a 4 N.Lights working toward a 5 very soon ....They have a pretty good wine list Their deserts are really Good..Try the Cigar its actally served in an ashtray with Hay Ice Cream....Need i say More....

Wine RX is THE place. Andrew made us an exquisite grilled asparagus salad with local Quebec cheese…read more Then he surprised us with a watermelon salad that totally impressed us. The owners give perfect wine pairings for everything on the menu. Tried things we never would have tried and LOVED it all. Best dining experience in Montreal.

My children brought me to Montreal for my 70th birthday celebration. We dined here on our first…read morenight. The food, service, and atmosphere were all excellent. So glad they chose Le Vin Papillon!

We came here as a foursome for dinner. It is a cozy, tight little space. Good drink menu and…read morevery pleasant wine. The menu is limited but we tried most of it. There is an appetized with vegetables and shellfish tgat we enjoyed. Then for mains, some had lamb and some had steelhead trout. All was good. The dessert was pretty average though. Decent service.

Cute and tiny and vibrant color coffeeshop in Verdun. Delicious latte and awesome grilled cheese…read morewas my menu for lunch. The staff is very respectful and amiable. Check this adorable place out.

I go to Cafe la Base pretty regularly, the service, food, and coffee is great. The space is really…read morenice and inviting as well. If you're in the area, definitely check it out.

It gets crowded fast, but the energy is part of the charm. Food and wine were both excellent.read more

I rarely give 5 stars. But I could not find a fault with my experience there. Service was perfect…read more Knowledgeable, not pesky and well mannered. My two friends and I enjoyed duck, cheese, olive and pork items from the tasting menu. And a gorgeous Cote du Rhone bottle. Good value as well. Montreal blows Toronto away in this category of resto/bar/after work spot.

I would definitely go back…read more The staff was courteous, knowledgeable and the food was delicious. Ambiance was great with dim lighting and the music wasn't too loud so we were able to have great and intimate conversations.

A great little restaurant with fantastic service in Montreal. The food was great, the ambiance was…read morenice with the windows open during the summer and wine selection was good as well. Nice spot for a date!

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.