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Bar Dominion

Downtown
4.6$$$ & $$$$
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Bar Dominion Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Bar Dominion

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Review Summary

Bar Dominion comes across as a stylish, welcoming spot where cocktails and seafood are repeatedly praised. Oysters are a frequent highlight, and the drinks menu is described as well crafted, with many noting the cocktails as a standout and the fries or chips as addictive. The ambiance is often described as elegant and cozy, sometimes buzzing or lively, with a late night vibe and a terrace option that adds to the appeal. Service is usually friendly and attentive, though a few experiences mention slower or less attentive moments, especially during peak crowds. Food receives mixed notes: some dishes like seafood and lobster roll are superb, while a few burgers or other items are called out as not hitting the mark on some visits. Overall, Bar Dominion is regarded as a top pick for drinks and oysters, offering a memorable, consistently positive experience with strong value and a vibrant atmosphere, albeit with occasional noise and variability in service or kitchen timing.
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It was game night & very busy downtown. We took a chance without reservations & were lucky enough that someone else was a no show. Great location, food & drinks were very good. Highly recommend.

Mar 4, 2026
on Google

We used to go for nice, sit-down suppers at Dominion Square Tavern, but it seems to have become - at least on the recent Friday evening I was there with colleagues - a loud, dark, overcrowded'bar bar' full of the downtown lawyer / business crowd. I was the last to arrive at our table & spent the entire evening with either the waitstaff or the fellow seated across the aisle from us bumping into me, which I didn't enjoy. We ended up leaving to get supper elsewhere as we couldn't hear each other over the noise. I found it a far cry from the charming pub atmosphere that I remembered & I won't be going back on a Friday evening anytime soon. Food was fine - slightly elevated pub food. Drinks were about on par, price-wise, with other downtown options, though at one point out waitress said there would be a wait for refills as the bar was very backed up.

Jan 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

The vibes in this bar are *gorgeous*-super aesthetic in a way you genuinely wouldn't expect from the exterior. I came for a friend's birthday & it was such a fun spot for a night out.

Cocktail prices are pretty much in line with every other downtown Montreal bar, so you're not really coming here for a'deal,' but the drinks were **really yummy** & well made.

Food-wise: we ordered the **party platter** & I honestly wouldn't recommend it. It's marketed as a mix of smaller appetizers in one platter, but it felt like only 2-3 actual items from the menu, with **a huge portion of the platter being crudités**-& it was **$74**. That said, the sauces/dips that came with it were amazing, especially the **chimichurri**.

The mains helped recover the experience a bit. I had the **burger**-it was a good portion if you want something heavier, but mine was a little dry & kind of cold. Not bad, just not extraordinary. The **fries**, though? Dangerous. Genuinely addictive-best'drunk bar fries' I've had in a while.

Service was another standout: the waitress & staff were super hands-on & attentive, which we really appreciated. Overall, the drinks & ambiance were the highlights for me, & I definitely wouldn't be surprised if I ended up back here again.

Dec 2, 2025
on Google

Great place located downtown, oysters, fingerfood, & especially good bartenders with amazing service ! Worth a visit & more !

Feb 27, 2025
on Google

This is a nicely lit cosy bar in Downtown Montreal. The decor seems to take you back to the early 20th Century. There was a good selection of cocktails but the food menu is restricted. My first main course I had to send back as it came out cold. It is a shame as I thought this was going to be better than it turned out to be.

Feb 8, 2025
on Google

Best spot for oysters & cocktails in the downtown area!

Feb 5, 2025
on Google

Great spot for drinks. Well located downtown. Cool chill vibe. Staff well versed on drinks & libations. Stop in if in the area.

Sep 26, 2024
on Google

Beautiful bar downtown'

Jun 12, 2024
on Google

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.

May 29, 2024
on Google