Overall, Arthurs Nosh Bar is widely praised for comforting, flavorful brunch with standout pancakes and syrniki, cottage cheese pancakes, latkes and gravlax, and many note that the pancakes are a must try and among the best in the city, while the atmosphere is described as cozy and lively even when crowded. Reviewers emphasize the popularity and frequent long waits for a table or for food, with some days requiring hours, though some receive text updates or prefer to order takeout to enjoy in a nearby park. Service is a mixed bag: several accounts of warm, friendly, attentive staff contrast with reports of slow, impersonal, or inconsistent service when the restaurant is busy, and a few isolated hygiene or attentional issues are mentioned. Portions are generally generous, prices sometimes perceived as high but often deemed justified by quality and variety, including latke smorgasbord, gravlax plates, breakfast sandwiches, and the iconic McArthur sandwich. Reservations are not always available at certain locations, so plan ahead for weekends or consider visiting when less busy. Overall, Arthurs Nosh Bar comes across as a standout brunch spot with memorable food and a distinctive vibe, worth the wait for many diners and a frequent favorite for those seeking a Montreal based Jewish deli inspired experience.
This is one of the best breakfast/brunch spots I've been. The breakfast sandwich was delicious, especially with the scrambled eggs & challah roll it comes with. The Syrniki was also incredible. They were super fluffy & paired so well with the maple syrup.
I loved the food! The banana pancakes & fried chicken were amazing! I also loved their spicy sauce. Just spicy enough for me :) service was good & friendly. I would come back for another occasion!
My fiancee & I visited Montreal for the weekend, & were recommended Arthurs Nosh Bar by a local friend. We waited 80+ minutes for a table for one of the best breakfasts I've ever had in my life. Would return over & over if I lived in the area!
One of the best brunches I ever had was at Arthurs. I highly recommend the'Grand Slam' from the brunch menu. The chocolate babkas & the cinnamon babkas are delicious as well.
Délicieux ! Je n'ai pas de mot pour les pancakes qui sont crémeux & avec un goût inédit. Nous venons de France & nous n'avons jamais goûté des pancakes aussi bons bravo 🙏 les sandwiches sont également délicieux
I am truly obsessed with Arthurs & I have two crew necks & one hat to show for it. The people, the place, the food…nothing else compares. I am always met with huge smiles & such a warm & friendly atmosphere. It feels like home going there. The food only gets better & better.
I have been an OG, visiting since its inception in 2016. I have not been anywhere in the world that makes better pancakes than here. They are fluffy & delicious with the perfect amount of saltiness. The French Toast is definitely the most underrated item on the weekend menu. The ever changing toast combos are ones to look out for & totally worth it.
Trust me when I say this is a spot you MUST visit. Once you do, you won't be able to stay away. Good luck trying to!! The weekend wait is worth every minute. Generous portions & real maple syrup. If you haven't been, go there ASAP & thank me later. I am their biggest cheerleader & #1 fan. I love you guys!! 🤍🥞🥰🍁
Long waits during peak times but worth it. Unique menu & a nice mix of contemporary & traditional options. You feel cute when you're there. Banging Bloody Caesar.
A great place, but does it deserve all the attention it gets, debatable... Honestly, any other dinner can do the same job, its nothing special, they plate the dishes nicely, which makes it worth it?.. If you like aesthetics, taking pictures & mediocre breakfast/brunch, this spot is for you.
Feb 10, 2025
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We came here on a Sunday morning. We had to wait an hour for a table, but the hostess let us know. The best thing we had was the pancakes. If you are torn between pancakes & anything else, go with the pancakes. Delicious & filling. The deluxe hot chocolate is of the best we have ever tried. Definitely worth ordering. The service was excellent considering how busy it was. The McArthur chicken sandwich is ok. It hits the spot but you aren't going here for this. The fries with vinegar are mostly potato trimmings, not so much actually French fries. You know when you have fries & there little pieces at the end- it is a bowl of that. The latkes were ok. Again, you are not coming for this. The coffee was not good. Unfortunately my glass had that egg smell/taste that often happens at breakfast places. Even the replacement glass was the same. Because of the size of the place & the constant opening of the door, it was freezing & we had to keep our coats on to eat. Definitely worth coming & waiting an hour for the pancakes & hot chocolate.
The food was excellent & a refreshing change from the typical Montreal breakfast options. However, it can be difficult to get a table. Arrive early if you want to secure a spot.
