Best Wine Bars in Downtown (2026) - Reviews & Menus

NINI Salon à Cocktails

Cocktail bar located in the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile Hotel.

Open until 11 pm

(6)

Downtown, Golden Square Mile

Bar Charcuterie Tartare Burgers

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Review Summary

NINI Salon à Cocktails is described as a standout bar with delicious and creative drinks and very friendly, attentive service. The experience is repeatedly praised as amazing with excellent service, and every order is noted as top tier with strong recommendations from guests. The bar ambiance is warm and inviting, with beautiful décor that enhances time with a date, evenings with friends, or drinks before a show. The cuisine is described as refined and flavorful, adding to the overall appeal. Many reviewers appreciate the thoughtful staff and the genuine care shown toward guests, and there is a sense of anticipation to return soon.View restaurant profile

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Restaurant Benjamin - Wine Bars in Downtown

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Restaurant Benjamin

French-style restaurant in the heart of downtown Montreal

Open until 9:30 pm

(115)

Downtown

Steakhouse French Bistro Grill Seafood/Fish

Mentioned in: Best New Restaurants in Montreal (March 2026)At the RestoMontreal Team Table: Our January 2026 Media Invitations and Favourites View More

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Guest impressions of Restaurant Benjamin describe a warm, intimate setting with attentive, professional service and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu blends French steakhouse staples with creative touches, delivering tender steaks, flavorful boeuf, and well prepared seafood and classics like escargots and onion soup, while the cocktail and wine programs receive frequent praise. Many reviews mention knowledgeable staff guiding pairings and recommendations, making for smooth lunches and memorable dinners, including celebrations that feel well cared for. The kitchen is praised for careful preparation, balanced flavors, and appealing presentations, and the desserts and amuse bouches are often noted as delightful. Occasional comments about price or seating exist, but the overall sentiment points to a standout experience worth returning to.View restaurant profile

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Hiba Bar

Japanese-inspired bar located on the 2nd floor of Humaniti tower Montreal

Open until 1 am

(80)

Downtown, Old Montreal

Japanese Asian Seafood/Fish Burgers Pasta Salads

Mentioned in: 16 Izakayas to Try in Montreal: a Japanese Pub Guide Montreal Hotel Bars Worth Raising a Glass To View More

Review Summary

The reviews position Hiba Bar as a stylish inviting Japanese inspired spot with a warm vibe and excellent cocktails and saké selections. Fresh ingredients and well balanced portions are frequently praised, with dishes presented beautifully and flavors that impress. The atmosphere is cozy and elegant with lively energy and thoughtful music that enhances the evening, and staff are consistently attentive and welcoming. The bar program earns high marks for creative cocktails that reimagine classics through saké, with knowledgeable staff guiding tastings and pairings, while celebrations feel special thanks to attentive service and thoughtful touches. While a few dishes may not hit the mark for everyone and some items are noted as pricier, the overall experience remains highly positive, making Hiba Bar a standout choice for drinks, bites and a memorable night out.View restaurant profile

Monsieur Cafe & Vins

Opens Tomorrow at 11 am

(54)

Downtown

Bistro Regional Market Grill Seafood/Fish Tartare

Mentioned in: The Faces of Montreal's Culinary Scene: the Chefs and Stars Shaping the City's Best Restaurants

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Bar Edicola

Open until 11 pm

(100)

Downtown

Italian Bar Pasta Café

Review Summary

Bar Edicola comes across in these reviews as a stylish, warm Italian-inspired spot in downtown Montreal that feels both relaxed and refined. The vibe is lively with uplifting music, a cozy and convivial atmosphere, and attentive service that balances efficiency with space to chat. The drinks program earns praise, from well mixed cocktails to solid coffee service in the morning, and pastries like pistachio croissants. Small plates and dishes such as artichokes, olives, tuna with pistachio, pesto pasta and other simple, fresh offerings are consistently described as tasty and well prepared. The overall experience is described as authentic and welcoming, with guests noting a touch of Italy in the service and ambiance. The space can feel compact and busy at peak times, making it ideal for a casual bite, a coffee, or an aperitivo with friends, rather than large gatherings. While some reviews mention occasional price concerns or room layout, most agree Bar Edicola delivers a memorable, high quality Italian moment in the city, making it a go-to for coffee, cocktails, and bites.View restaurant profile