Arthurs Nosh Bar emphasizes a contemporary approach to classic Jewish culinary traditions by focusing on high-quality ingredients and precise preparation techniques. The menu features signature staples such as meticulously crafted latkes, house-cured gravlax, and hearty schnitzel sandwiches that highlight bold, comforting flavors. Each dish maintains a balance of textures while utilizing fresh produce to ensure a wholesome profile across the entire selection. The interior aesthetic reflects a functional yet inviting environment designed for efficient service and focused consumption. Patrons interact with a curated list of specialties that honor heritage recipes through modern culinary refinements. This establishment prioritizes consistent execution of these essential plates to provide a distinct experience rooted in traditional techniques. The result is a straightforward menu that prioritizes flavor integrity and structural simplicity for every prepared item.
Arthur's Nosh Bar is widely celebrated for its exceptional food, with the cottage cheese pancakes frequently cited as a standout menu item that lives up to the significant hype. Guests consistently praise the delicious, fresh, and modern take on Jewish soul food, with popular dishes like the McArthur sandwich, latkes, and various brunch plates earning high marks for quality and flavor. While many patrons enjoy the beautiful, bright atmosphere and professional service, others report inconsistent experiences ranging from exceptionally warm and attentive staff to occasional frustration regarding long wait times, limited menu availability, and perceived rudeness from some front-of-house members. Reservations are highly recommended to avoid long lines, as the restaurant remains a very busy and popular destination. Although some diners find the pricing high and portion sizes small, the overall consensus is that the culinary experience makes Arthur's Nosh Bar a highly recommended brunch spot in the city.
Summary: Food takes 40+ minutes to arrive (incomplete). Offered no real explanation
We got our orders in at 11:52 (waiter showed us the slip) & it somehow took until 12:32 for our food to arrive. I asked the person who delivered the food why it took so long & he literally walked away shrugging while yelling back'I'm just a waiter'
People who were seated after we ordered were finished eating before anything came out from the kitchen.
Our original waiter explains it's because the pancakes we ordered took 15-25 minutes. What the kitchen was doing for the other 20 we have no idea.
We also noticed our pancakes didn't come with blueberries while everyone else's did. The waiter says he asked but neither of us remember this conversation, but it's insanely loud in the restaurant. This isn't mentioned anywhere on the menu either.
He offered us a free coffee on the house but had no explanation for why it took 40 minutes for our food to arrive after the kitchen had gotten our ticket.
I understand lunch is busy but it's literally the only shift this place is open for. Why do you only have 3 waiters & 4 cooks? There's a full time barista doing nothing 80% of the time.
The food was fine but not worth waiting 40 minutes for, especially given that lunch break is just an hour/hour & a half, so we had to rush our meal & could barely enjoy it.
Then he pulls out this machine where the lowest tipping option is 18%. I don't think the waiter did anything wrong here given he was able to provide receipts proving he punched the order in at 11:52 so I did leave him a tip, but it's unbelievable that an order placed BEFORE the main lunch rush took almost an hour to arrive.
Unfortunately this was the worse customer service I've experienced. No organization. Took them 40 minutes to take our order, people that came after us got their food & left. Also the portions are a lot smaller than the original restaurant. Don't waste your time here
I loved the fact that you can make a reservation & that there's parking at the mall. However, the food quality isn't the same as at the original location. The pancakes were good, but much smaller than usual. It feels that it doesn't worth the price.
Arthur's sandwich was tasty, but the tons of butter on the bread made it heavier.
Feb 7, 2026
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Ended up at this place accidentally, thinking we were visiting the original. For a mall, the atmosphere was pretty nice. Service was just okay, & we were not offered any fruit for the pancakes. On the plus side, there was no wait for a table & lots of natural light.
Nous avons adoré notre expérience chez Arthur's Nosh Bar !
Nous avons goûté les syrniki (crêpes au fromage cottage, moelleuses, légères & originales) ainsi que le plat Coup de circuit avec un énorme schnitzel de poulet parfaitement pané, accompagné de garnitures variées & savoureuses. Tout était frais & délicieux.
Le service a été excellent, un merci spécial à Arthur (facile de se rappeler de son nom 😁) pour son accueil chaleureux.
It's inside the underground food court so as someone that isn't local it took me a minute to find it but when I did I was greeted & seated promptly. It's not as homey of a vibe as the original location so we're losing points there & it took a while for the waiter to come around again once I was ready to pay. BUT the food omg it's so good!! & in my opinion reasonably priced. The Challah role killed me it was so good then the eggs brought me back to life they were incredible. All in a good spot.
Best pancakes in Montreal. Just as good as the original location with shorter wait times & located centrally downtown. Still encompasses similar atmosphere & vibes of the original location but in a much more modern way. Order the Syrniki original & strawberries, & I prefer the original. I think the strawberry is a bit over powering. Pancakes with the syrup are the perfect balance of salty & sweet. Service was very average & not great. However, the food is well worth it.
I have been to both locations & though I do think the original location has better quality food, the location & PVM is convenient for those who work downtown. I do caution however it is very hard to find if you've never been to the new food court at PVM. I like that this location allows you to make reservations, however if you do not show up there potentially could be a fee charged to you since you need a credit card to hold your reservation. Despite the location, this restaurant was very baby & kid friendly & the hostess sat is in an area where we were able to easily store our double stroller, which was much appreciated. The service was also a big slow but we came during lunch rush so it was understandable. The latke smorgasbord is a must for your first visit as well as the cottage cheese pancakes. My sons who are 2 & 4 are everything!
I am a big fan of Arthur's, I have been many times to the original location. The pancakes aren't as good as the original location. Also, can you get better coffee ?
