Bar Dominion in downtown Montreal makes Sundays and Mondays gourmet with $1 oysters all evening at the historic Dominion Square Tavern. Enjoy classic cocktails, shareable small plates, and a refined yet accessible vibe, open daily 4pm-1am; reservations online.
Discover Montreal's cocktail scene from Old Montreal to the Plateau, Griffintown and Mile End, where mixologists turn simple ingredients into extraordinary drinks. From tiki bars and speakeasies to modern lounges, this guide highlights top destinations with intimate atmospheres, craft cocktails and world class spirits.
Montreal's best speakeasies and hidden bars offer secret entrances, intimate rooms, immersive decor, and inventive cocktails that turn a night out into an unforgettable experience across Old Montreal, the Old Port, and downtown.
Montreal hotel bars offer central spots for after work, dates, and bar crawls, blending global influences with chic lounges and lively terraces. From Marcus and Hiba to Bar Nacarat and Terrace Nelligan, these venues pair craft cocktails with elegant settings across the city's top hotels.
Explore Montreal's best outdoor restaurants and bars this winter, featuring heated domes, cozy terraces, and festive menus from Les Refuges du Bivouac, William Gray, L'Orangerie, Maison Pépin, Terrasse Belvu, L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel, Bateau-Mouche, Leméac, Maison Boulud, and Jatoba.
Discover Montreal's magic with the best Christmas pop ups this season, from twinkling speakeasies and cozy cafes to open-air rooftop chalets and festive brunches. Enjoy holiday cocktails, Caribbean-inspired bites, and gourmet comfort foods as the city lights up for winter wonder.
Griffintown and Little Burgundy form a dynamic Montreal dining corridor where heritage meets a new wave of cuisine, from cafés and bakeries to bold bistros, natural wines, and craft bars, with standout spots like Candide, Foxy, Heni & Badin, Pizzéria Elena, Joe Beef, Liverpool House, Vin Papillon, Mano Cornuto, and Lulu Épicerie.
Outremont, a refined Montreal neighborhood at the base of Mount Royal, blends leafy parks with a buzzing food scene of cafes, bakeries, and restaurants. The guide highlights must-visit spots for coffee, pastries, brunch, and fine dining, from casual bistros to rooftop bars, making wandering its streets a delicious adventure.
Villeray, a vibrant Montreal neighborhood just north of Jean-Talon Market, blends residential charm with a dynamic food and drink scene, leafy parks, and a warm local vibe. Cozy cafes, bakeries, bars, and standout spots like Casavant, Moccione, Le Petit Alep, and Claire Jacques turn every visit into a discovery of authentic local gems.
Hiba is a modern cocktail bar on the second floor of Humaniti Montreal, a 2,000-square-foot space offering creative cocktails, mocktails, sake, and shareable izakaya-style dishes by Jean-Sébastien Giguère, with a drink menu of original creations by Mickaël Bouvier and non-alcoholic options, plus live DJs Thu-Sat from 7pm.
Maison Grinder is a 15-room boutique hotel in a Griffintown heritage building, blending unique rooms with natural materials and refined hospitality from Andréanne Guillemette, with Makro and Grinder downstairs and a forthcoming 2,000-square-foot rooftop bar and lounge offering panoramic downtown views and shared plates.
Discover Montreal's American BBQ scene, where artisanal smokehouses fuse Texan, Quebecois, Caribbean and global flavors. From traditional pulled pork to fusion bites, these thirteen spots showcase slow smoking, maple wood, and vibrant atmospheres that turn meals into sensory experiences.
Explore Montreal's oyster scene with 18 standout spots offering fresh varieties from Atlantic to Pacific, from intimate counters to chic brasseries, where chefs pair oysters with bubbles, cocktails and local flavors in vibrant, maritime-inspired settings.
Discover Montreal's best snack bars and nearby towns where Quebec-style fast food meets heritage flavor, from historic food trucks to family diners, serving poutine, steamies, unique burgers, and artisanal bites that showcase a living culinary tradition across the region.
Montreal earns three spots on North America's 50 Best Bars 2025 list (51-100): No.75 Bar Bisou Bisou, No.84 Bar Bello, and No.91 The Coldroom. Bar Bisou Bisou celebrates apéritif culture with sherries and vermouths; Bar Bello is Canada's first low-ABV specialist; The Coldroom is a hidden Old Montreal speakeasy.
Phillips Bar opens March 27 in downtown Montreal, a refined Japanese pub by Jatoba's team, with teishoku dishes, makis and hand rolls made before guests, plus baby back ribs, chicken thighs and tartares with chicken and salmon skin chips. A sake and wine bar complements a mid-century setting with 80 seats on the main floor, 22-seat bar and private lounges for groups up to 50.
Discover Montreal's vibrant nightlife with this expert guide to the city's top establishments. Explore legendary speakeasies, creative cocktail bars, local craft breweries, and lively dance floors. Find the perfect venue for unforgettable evenings, refined mixology, and exceptional spirits.
Montreal's karaoke nights offer diverse venues, from sleek bars with light shows to cozy taverns, hosted seven days a week with large song catalogs and festive crowds, featuring spots like Pink Kong, Le Date Karaoke, Madame Smith, Brasse-Rires, 3 Minots, and Au Vieux St-Hubert for unforgettable sing along evenings.
Brasseur de Montréal is a Griffintown microbrewery and pub-style eatery since 2008, offering on-site craft beers and generous, locally sourced dishes in a welcoming, eco-friendly space. Its pet-friendly terrace and frequent events, from happy hour to tastings, plus an on-site shop, make it a top spot for friends, family and beer lovers.