Reviewers describe Bar de Courcelle as a warm, welcoming spot with friendly, attentive staff and a laid back atmosphere. Drinks are generally well received, with praise for good beers and easy drinking options, and fast, tasty service for food like tacos and burrito bowls. A recurring highlight is the program of live events and social nights, including open mic Sundays, quiz nights on Mondays, and Friday performances alongside vinyl exchanges that contribute to a vibrant local vibe. The interior is noted for retro lighting and a real, authentic feel that many feel adds charm and a cool neighborhood character. While the crowd loves the ambiance and value, a few comments mention room for improvement in restroom upkeep and occasional slower service or uneven food quality. Overall Bar de Courcelle emerges as a reliable, local favorite that blends music, drinks, and social energy, with guests returning to enjoy the vibe and ongoing events.
I recently had the pleasure of attending a'Drink & Draw' event, where participants gathered to sketch, enjoy beverages, & engage in conversation. Although it was my first visit, I was thoroughly impressed by the exceptional friendliness & attentiveness of the staff. The drinks were also quite enjoyable. Despite having passed by this establishment numerous times before, I had never ventured inside until this evening. I am certainly looking forward to returning in the future.
My only suggestion for improvement would be to enhance the upkeep & presentation of the restrooms.
Mar 3, 2026
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Bar de quartier super accueillant. Open mic des dimanches soirs animé avec beaucoup d'énergie & une attention aux détails, comme nouveaux on se sent vraiment bienvenus.
Quizz avec super ambiance les lundis soirs.
Bel espace d'échange Anglo/Franco dans une ambiance chill.
The live show on Friday night was the highlight for me, the two performances were very enjoyable & made my evening ! Alexa Docherty is a star in the making !! The service was good, really friendly staff. The beer was regular beer, I wouldn't recommend the stout but the blonde went down easy. The tacos & burrito bowl my friends & I ordered came quickly, warm, & tasty. Nice little spot.
Je suis surtout venu pour voir le show, mais j'ai apprécié l'ambiance détendue du bar.
Belle découverte, le personnel du bar est très sympathique, attentionné & à l'écoute des clients.
My first apartment in Montreal was across the street from this bar 15 years ago, before it became cool, it was an old school trashy'bar du coin', now it's a cool spot with live music often & good beer on tap. The retro lighting & interior is real, not a recreation haha. I love the amber/orange light fixtures
Beau petit bar caché dans le St-Henri. Parfait pour une date ou une soirée tranquille entre amis. Staff est super amicale & le choix de musique sont bons. Juste, les prix sont un peu trop hautes je dirais
Jul 28, 2025
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Lena & all the staff (including DJ Mosquito last night) were incredibly kind, interesting people, & very welcoming. The bar offers a delightful local vibe, indoor & outdoor spaces, & excellent local beers, a variety of wines, & some fun mixed drinks (like fresh ginger syrup with aperol & soda). Food looked good with nice variety, but didn't try anything. Fun merch 😺
