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.
Came here with a friend for a little cocktail night out! It was walking distance from our hotel (the Sheraton) so we decided to give it a try! I ordered the Martingale & some fresh oysters. My cocktail was the perfect blend of strong, sweet, & citrusy. The oysters were also very fresh & paired well with the toppings!
We absolutely loved the vibe of this place-buzzing & lively but not too loud so we could hear each other while chatting. Would definitely recommend & I'll be coming back the next time I'm in the city!
Loved it. A casual Sunday night with cocktails, good wine, food, company (,cute waiters) & a genuinely welcoming vibe & setting. We got the calamari & Caesar salad (with drinks of course!).
Je pensais prendre un verre.
La musique m'a retenue. L'ambiance m'a attrapée. Les cocktails m'ont convaincue.
Même seule, on se sent instantanément à l'aise : accueil chaleureux, échanges naturels, good vibes.
& puis… soyons clairs 😅 : le staff est aussi pro que charmant, avec ce petit magnétisme qui change tout.
Résultat : une soirée qui ne devait pas durer… & dont on se souvient.
Adresse dangereusement agréable. J'y retourne.
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
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A Lovely brasserie blending vintage glamour with a warm & modern vibe. Nestled in the heart of the city, it invites you in with its golden lights, mirrored accents, & effortless French elegance. The menu is refined yet comforting, & the cocktails are expertly crafted, balanced, & bursting with character. A perfect spot for a chic night out where Montréal meets timeless Paris.
Très belle endroit, les cocktails & la nourriture y sont très bons. Dj quelques soirs part semaine, qui amène une très bonnes vibes a se lieux magnifique.
Je recommande fortement 👌🏻
Our happy place for cocktails & tapas style food after a long work week! Oliver & both Quentin's making us cocktails From another planet along with Dj Contact hitting the right tunes on a friday night, makes this bar 2nd to none! Love the vibe & everything else about it here!!!
Wow! What a find! The vibe is great. The food & drinks were amazing. We ate at the bar. Oliver was our bartender & gastro guide & he excelled on both fronts. The oysters were fresh & tasty, the focaccio app with the Jamon & Manchego app was a perfect combo. The salmon tartare was delicious. We could go on & on about the food but the drinks were amazing. Oliver's attention to each drink was a true master at his craft. We Highly Recommend!
We had a great first experience at Bar Dominion. The service was excellent, & the vibe of the bar is very cool. We ordered the Islander & the Pimms - both delicious. For food, we ordered the steak, lobster roll, & six oysters. We loved it all!
Oct 1, 2024
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The vibe & decor are awesome. Great location, delicious food & beautiful cocktails! There are quite a few gluten free options/modifications if you talk to your server. Raj took great care of us & we will definitely be back soon!!
It's a fun after-work gatheting spot. A mix of communal tables &'shelf' seating. Fantastic cocktails. The food was simple but delish (tomato salad was the kind you wish you could get all year...calamari was light & delicate, fried chicken bites & caviar were crisp & hit the spot). We were definitely the'booners' in the room but loved the vibe, the DJ, & the service. It's loud, so not for the faint of heart or hearing.
I could see myself coming here on a regular basis at many different times of the day if I lived in MTL. Great vibe from food to drinks to people running the show.
Very nice atmosphere & very nice good. We went there for lunch on a Thursday (reserve if you are more than 5 people) Very nice vibes & the staff is awesome. Meal & drinks were great, I like the fact that lunch menu offert the appetizer with the main dish combined for one price. I took the Bruschetta & the Beet salad. Recommand !
