Reviews describe Bar Bisou Bisou as a top Montreal cocktail spot with a warm intimate basement vibe in Old Montreal, where inventive, well balanced cocktails and mocktails sit beside a thoughtful selection of fortified wines; the staff are consistently described as friendly and knowledgeable, offering guidance through tastings and recommendations; the atmosphere is often praised as chic yet casual with stylish decor, good music, and a welcoming vibe; food options are noted as limited and sometimes simple, with some bites or a cheese plate mentioned; service is attentive and patient, though busy nights can bring brief delays; overall the venue is hailed as a hidden gem and a must visit for cocktail lovers, with many planning to return.
A new favorite spot right in the heart of Montreal. The drinks, ambiance, location, all fantastic. But the best part of the visit was meeting Callie & Will behind the bar. They were extremely attentive, welcoming, & excellent at their craft, making this one of the best bar experiences I've had to date. I'll certainly be back!
December 2025: had an off menu creation & it was great, staff was super welcoming & gave me recommendations for an upcoming trip.
August 2025: changed their menu a bit. Hydra & Panier were pretty well balanced, same cool vibe & friendly staff.
September 2024: Watermark was smooth. Friendly, attentive service. Music was disco vibes.
June 2024: Pluto was a great cocktail. The BBtini was smooth. Friendly service from Rob. Great music once again.
July 2023: Friendly service. Great cocktails in the nouveau départ, Babylon slide, & stone flower. Food was delicious & surprisingly filling, got the cheese plate & the Rillette de porc. Nice decor & fun mix of music.
Dec 4, 2025
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Vibey cocktail bar in the Old Port. Cocktail menu was very descriptive, the charcuterie was delicious & the owner was our server. He was very chill & attentive. Even though it was busy & they were getting ready for an event, there was no pressure to finish up early.
Impeccable bar, from the cocktails to the service. The staff are very attentive & it's damn right impressive. This will & should be on the 50 best bars list.
Lovely place for cocktails! We enjoyed the private, quiet atmosphere. Service was wonderful. They were attentive but also friendly & fun to talk to. We had four unique cocktails & the olives & everything was very good. We would definitely go back!
Our bartender (Yousef) made our evening very enjoyable. very attentive, easy going & knowlegeable.
Ambience has a very chill vibe which we loved. The Coldroom, which I believe is owned by the same company, is nice, but more crowded & cramped. Bisou Bisou is a hidden gem. We felt very welcomed, & was a great way to end our week long vacation to Quebec city & Montreal. Hope to come back. Try the Stone fruit cocktail, & reverse manhattan.
Atmosphere: 8.5/10
Located in Old Montreal's lively nightlife district, Bisou Bisou is a spacious basement bar with a wide mix of seating options - from bar stools to larger group tables. The vibe is casual but stylish, with playful art featuring alcohol-inspired themes that seem to echo late'80s or early'90s aesthetics. Design details like exposed brick & tiled walls add warmth. Music volume is well-balanced, making it a comfortable place to talk.
Drinks: 8/10
Recommendation: Le Petit Éléphant
The menu leans into lighter spirits & lower ABV cocktails - it's a clear concept that's even mentioned up front. Each drink comes with detailed notes on flavor, ingredients, glassware, & alcohol percentage, which makes it fun & easy to navigate. Flavors are relatively balanced. Above-average glassware, nice coasters, & good presentation round it out.
Service: 7.5/10
Water was served on arrival. The team is friendly & attentive, but the bar feels lightly understaffed for its size - expect some delays on orders, especially when it's busy. Prices are average for Montreal & feel fair for what's offered.
Jun 7, 2025
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The bar is downstairs, nice quiet vibe, Lots of old stone, comfy banquets to sit on. You can hear yourself talk. Very attentive service. The drinks were good, a nice selection, the charcuterie board was fantastic Thank you Grace!
Great service, they were attentive & quick to our needs. The bartenders were very informed & professional & catered to our specific tastes with excellent recommendations. The titamisu shot was a great recommendation. We did not have food, but the cocktails were very refined. I got the Babylon Flip & the Petit Elephant, both of which were delicious. Pricey, but well worth it for the ambience & service. The venue is underground, similar vibe to a Speakeasy. I would go back anytime
Excellent new bar A lot of options for cocktails, & the menu was tastefully curated on top of being visually great. Staff were lovely & attentive, even after it picked up into the late evening.
