Bar Dominion is widely praised for its elegant ambience, excellent cocktails, and strong oyster and shareable plates, making it a popular spot for date nights, friends' evenings, and pre game drinks before a Canadiens game; guests highlight attentive, friendly service and a lively yet refined atmosphere, with cocktails and bites such as calamari, oysters, and the parmesan fries often singled out, while some reviews mention high prices, occasional slow or crowded service, and mixed experiences with certain dishes like burgers or the party platter, as well as noise on busy nights; overall it feels like a reliable destination for drinks, ambiance, and a polished casual dining bar experience.
Bon choix de cocktails, Mixologues sur place alors ils m'ont concocté un mocktail épicé à mon goût. Nous avons opté pour l'entrée à partager & tout était bon. Le service est lent même si le bar n'est pas très achalandé. L'ambiance est superbe, j'adore le décor & l'histoire de l'endroit. Les banquettes & bancs sont très confortables, ça donne le goût de passer un bon moment.
I've loved Bar Dominion since they opened, & truly appreciated how they brought the magic of Dominion Square Tavern into their new endeavor. When I was looking for somewhere to celebrate my birthday this year, I knew there was no other choice! Every step of making this happen was incredibly smooth - from securing a reservation for 20 people, confirming everything in the lead-up, & actually having our celebration - Dominion made it easy, & made sure we were well taken care of. As always - impeccable food, delicious classic cocktails, & thoughtful service. I'll keep going back, & I'll keep suggesting it to anyone looking for a great spot! Thanks again guys ❤️
Sep 19, 2024
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The atmosphere was amazing, very old school. Customer service was great & greeted us immediately. Bar tender was cognizant & served us immediately right at the bar. We ordered the old fashioned & I will say it was mid. Could have added an orange peel, Marciano cherries & a nice clear squared ice cube. Paid $20 for this drink & it was not worth it
Incredible staff. Meeting Raja the bartender was the cherry on top of our trip in Montreal. He is an exceptional person & we had a fantastic conversation with him. Can't wait to come back, such an awesome bar!
Brought some friends to town, to show them a good time. Bar Dominion was one of our highlights! The bartenders & their cocktails were top drawer. Real professionals! & they helped initiate conversations between groups of guests. We actually met up with the same people who were seated next to us, the next night! I used to love the Old Dominion, but I would say Bar Dominion is even better! Great work. Thanks so much.
Bar Dominion was recommended by a local bar tender & the restaurant did not disappoint. We came on a Tuesday night but the atmosphere was lively & the food / drinks were on point. The ribs were great.
Aug 20, 2024
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Le bar est beau, avec une patine d'autrefois qui lui confère un charme évident. Mais le comportement du personnel, ouvertement âpre au gain, manque de finesse & est invraisemblable : on demande un conseil pour une bière ou un vin, le serveur insiste par trois fois sur le plus cher de la carte. Une entrée délicieuse de jambon & manchego est servie sans pain. Le serveur nous propose de commander de la foccacia pour 7$. On s'attend à mieux en termes de prestations dans un bar qui a des prétentions. Les factures arrivent. L'un de nous, qui a une facture de 24$, donne 30$ au serveur en espèces. Toujours ce même serveur demande si c'est complet. Le client est obligé de dire qu'il attend qu'on lui rende la monnaie. Il laisse ensuite 4$ (donc 16%) au serveur qui ne le remercie même pas. Franchement, c'est décevant. L'établissement donne l'impression d'une certaine classe, puis le personnel est ouvertement obsédé par l'argent. Un peu de classe, Messieurs!
Very impressed with every aspect of my two experiences at Bar Dominion. Lunch with friends, then a few days later a late night dinner & cocktails. Service was warm & welcoming. The food well above expectation & an atmosphere that made for easy enjoyment. I was surprised the place was not busier given how well guests are taken car of. I would call Bar Dominion a must visit day or night.
It used to be my playground, soooo happy it's back! The English private club style decor is still intact. Absolute must do in Montreal! Perfect place to have a drink with dr ends or a date 🥂 perfect before or after show at the Bell center. Great drinks, food to share or main meals, good selection & prices. Sitting at the bar promises a great night ahead. Still they kept the big banquette at the rear. The music could be less loud. I love it & will come back as I used to for sure! Oysters at 1$ everyday before 6pm!
What a fantastic little gem Very authentic space rich history & wall art Amazing cocktails, great music & ambiance Outstanding bartender & service - friendly, knowledgeable & very personable! Jean-Patrick is simply very genuine & professional Oysters super yummy Shots fabulous We discovered our new favorite spot to hang out every week!
Jun 24, 2024
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I celebrated my wedding shower at Bar dominion & had the most amazing experience. The staff were so kind & attentive, the food was absolutely delicious & the ambiance was perfect (amazing music). I'll be coming back for dinner & cocktails soon!
Jun 2, 2024
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This historic bar/bistro has thankfully reopened after a pandemic induced shutdown. The menu is excellent, the food succulent, with an incredible ambiance reminiscent of 1920s Montréal. A stone's throw from the downtown SIMONS store, it is an absolute must for the traveller. ||| Ce bar/bistro historique a heureusement rouvert après une fermeture provoquée par une pandémie. Le menu est excellent, la nourriture succulente, le tout assorti d'une ambiance qui évoque le Montréal des années 1920. À deux pas du magasin SIMONS du centre-ville, c'est un incontournable pour le voyageur.
Un resto que j'aimais transformé en bar N'y allez pas avec l'intention d'être assis & manger tranquillement, vous serez déçus. Belle déco, endroit plutôt adapté pour y prendre un verre sans trop s'éterniser. Bons petits plats & bons cocktails. L'endroit est cependant un tout petit peu froid si vous y allez tôt en soirée. Faut y être quand la faune débarque ! Plus cool !!
Le Bar Dominion est un endroit exceptionnelle! Lorsque je suis au centre-ville, c'est certain que je dois passer prendre un verre & déguster leur délicieux tapas! L'ambiance est agréable & le staff est très attentif. Je le recommande sans hésitation!
Amazing ambiance, food & cocktails. Very knowledgeable & cool staff ! Had a great time with my gf at the bar! Oysters, beef skewers, shishito peppers & salmon tartare, thank me later 😉
2024: Bar Dominion: decor is classic. Music was a weird mix of reggae & disco. Doesn't really have the same classy Brit vibe as before at all. The Martingale was a mediocre overpriced cocktail. My sister enjoyed her tuxedo martini but it wasn't something I would get. No effort into drink presentation. Service was polite but not particularly attentive. Left after one drink. 2019: Dominion Square Tavern (5 stars): Always great service, strong cocktails, gorgeous decor.
