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.
Bar Dominion est vite devenu un de mes coups de coeur. Ambiance tamisée, cocktails impeccables & un menu disponible jusqu'à tard. Mention spéciale à Isaac pour son service chaleureux & souriant!
We stopped in before a concert & our bartender (Oliver) helped us right away, not only was he so kind & helpful but all the food he recommended was so good. It was so good we had to write a review!
Une très belle adresse! Le lieu est magnifique & bien tenu. Le bar est somptueux & le personnel de service arborent des chemises & tabliers blancs immaculés. La carte des cocktails est très intéressante & le menu de nourriture est accès sur le finger food.
Aug 28, 2025
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food wasnt great, we had a salmon tartare, a burger with fries, & a cesar salad with bacon. im not the complaining type of person but gotta say that the meat was burnt & fries were as salty as it gets, cesar salad had salad leafs (whole) & 2 thick bacon slices (also whole) nothing to say about the taste, it was good, but kinda hard to eat, not sure if its meant to be chopped or not.
Delicious cocktails that need no gimmicks to stand out from the rest of the Montreal cocktail scene. Every aspect of the food was clearly chosen with precision, & was incredibly flavourful.
Lovely spot for drinks right next to the park. Great outdoor terrace in the summer & the inside is cute as well. Good cocktail & wine options & the food menu has great options as well. Service was quick.
Aug 1, 2025
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Did someone say 1$ oyster Sunday & Monday? Bar Dominion did. Fresh Oyster served with lemon & lime edges, two mignonettes & hot sauce. The cheeseburger was absolutely delicious, grilled to perfection. Great crowd & décore. Service was friendly & professional. I highly recommend a reservation.
Un immense merci à Isaac & Caroline pour leur service exceptionnel ! Professionnalisme, classe, attention, tout simplement un wow. C'est rare de recevoir un accueil aussi chaleureux & impeccable. Vous avez vraiment fait toute la différence dans notre expérience. Bravo à toute l'équipe du Bar Dominion, on reviendra sans hésiter !
Visited on July 4th around 10:30 PM.
We had a reservation for two, & the bar was half empty when we arrived. Despite that, the hostess took us to the far end of the bar, right next to the kitchen entrance, where it already smelled like fish. On the way there, we passed several available tables for two & four, & many guests were sitting in pairs at four-person tables with no issue.
We politely asked if we could move to one of the free tables, pointing out that others were sitting at larger tables too. The hostess insisted those tables were being held for larger groups. After a short back & forth, she finally agreed to seat us at a four-top (which wasn't even cleaned yet), cleaned it up, but warned us that if a party of four arrived, we'd have to move. The two-person table we were not offered remained empty.
This kind of treatment left a bad impression. The way the hostess handled it made us feel unwelcome, even though the place was far from full.
On the bright side, the cocktails were okay & the waitstaff were friendly & polite.
But honestly, we don't feel like coming back.
