The old is celebrated in new ways at Bar George, a modern-day rendezvous set in the grand heritage home once belonging to Sir George Stephen. Honouring the former resident’s roots, our chefs cook up contemporary takes on classic U.K. fare, spiked with Québécois quirks, while our bar pours time-tested drinks.
Reviews describe Bar George as a stunning historic space inside the Mount Stephen hotel, with ornate mahogany woodwork and a Downton Abbey feel that makes the bar and dining rooms both chic and convivial. The cocktails are consistently praised and the beef Wellington is a standout, along with lobster risotto and mushroom soup, though a few dishes and portions are noted as small or uneven and some guests feel the prices are high. Service is described as attentive and knowledgeable by many, with solid wine and cocktail recommendations, but a few visits mention slower or inconsistent timing during peak hours. Brunch and lunch experiences are highlighted for the ambiance and the quality of the food, while some guests point to the bustle and loud music as caveats. Overall Bar George is seen as an impressive, date-worthy or special occasion setting where the atmosphere and architecture often outweigh some flaws in value or execution.
Bar attenant à un hôtel boutique, le Bar George impressionne avec sa décoration intérieure soigneusement préservée parce que c'était longtemps un club privé réservé aux gens qui pissent de l'argent hérité de leur famille. Aujourd'hui ouvert au public, l'atmosphère intérieure d'époque est unique à Montréal & probablement aussi au Canada. Nous y étions seulement pour des cocktails, les prix également impressionnent, allant de $15 à $30 le drink donc, l'atmosphère d'époque, ça se paie. Service amical, accommodant & efficace d'un personnel jeune & sympathique. P.S: s'il vous plaît 🙏, laissez un 👍 si vous avez trouvé ce review utile & informatif dans vos choix, merci !
Loved the drinks. Hostess was really nice. It was easy to book, they even called to confirm the reservation. I was running late so they offered to give a later slot. I do feel the bartenders can be more engaging. Once they give you your drink, they don't come back to ask if you need water or a another one. I had to ask twice for a glass of water. It wasn't even that busy. For a place like that, the service standards can be taken up a notch or two.
Cannot say enough good things about Bar George. The atmosphere is funky but classy, the service is prompt & warm, & the food is scrumptious. My husband & I came here for an early Valentine's Day dinner when we stayed at Le Mount Stephen hotel. The wallpaper is fun & there are dozens of artwork strewn about the wall that makes the environment interesting. We had lovely servers. I had asked what wine might go well with my meal, & the server listed a few & then when I gave my preferences, he let me try two to see which I liked best. Keep in mind, this was just for a glass of wine not even a bottle! It made me feel cared for. We got the mushroom soup, the beet salad, the beef Wellington, & the truffle gnocchi. There was not a bad bite. The flavors went deep & were well balanced. I could've melted into the gnocchi, it was that good. Highly recommend!
Outstanding service from every single employee from the moment we arrived. We found that it was unlike any experience in Canada we have ever received. Zachary provided us a evening of such care & dedication. Our meals, dessert & wine choices were well crafted & such good referrals. The manager came around & served us as well. We remarked how it reminded us of The Bear season 2. Vecause we could tell so much dedication was happening. If you are looking for old school, excellent food & top kitchen service the Bar Georhe is your spot!! Thank you so much for giving us such a special night! ☺️
Jan 19, 2024
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Amazing! Can't recommend this place highly enough. We loved the very unique atmosphere of the restaurant. The bar was very cool with a great cocktail list. The dining room offered plenty of space with good music & high ceilings so it didn't feel stuffy at all. & most importantly...all the food was excellent! Highly recommended.
What a beautiful place. The main room is gorgeous, & the bartenders etc were so nice & friendly. It wasn't until my wife & I encountered the bar manager who told us that we couldn't record each other in the room without paying a photographer room rental fee. My wife was in movie production & knows those fees are usually thousands of dollars. It was a baseless threat the guy issued to us & put us off the place entirely. Why he behaved in such a poor manner, in such a nice place, is gross.
J'ai récemment brunché un dimanche midi au Bar George, & je suis absolument enchanté de partager mon expérience exceptionnelle. Mon choix s'est porté sur l'assiette Full English, & dès la première bouchée des oeufs brouillés & du boudin noir, j'ai été conquis par la délicieuse qualité & la quantité parfaite de ce plat. Mon copain a également apprécié son burger, qui était tout aussi savoureux. De plus, l'assiette de viennoiseries a évoqué des souvenirs de la France, apportant une touche spéciale à notre repas. Cependant, ce qui a vraiment rendu cette expérience mémorable, c'est le service extraordinaire de Basile, notre serveur. Sa gentillesse, son attention aux détails & sa serviabilité tout au long de notre repas étaient tout simplement exceptionnels. Basile mérite bien plus que des éloges, & il a rendu notre brunch inoubliable. En somme, le Bar George est un lieu que je recommande chaleureusement pour un brunch délicieux & un service d'une qualité rare. J'ai hâte de revenir pour savourer de nouvelles délices, que ce soit pour un brunch ou pour découvrir leur sélection de cocktails en soirée. C'est un endroit où je me réjouis de retourner encore & encore.
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Food was pretty great! Wasn't absolutely mind-blowing considering the price; but regardless I still would come back. The bar & the dinning area was absolutely amazing & super pretty. I highly recommend if you would like a fancy dinner or just to grab a drink & listen to come great music!
Service was awesome & fast. Food tasted soo soo good, try the arancini, they are to die for. Very nice hotel restaurant with lots of woodwork & music isnt too loud, if you're in the dining area, you don't hear loud music but in the lounge & bar, it's loud but just right
I've had the opportunity to go to restaurants around the world. Bar Georges is in my top 2. The waiter (Zakary) provided a pleasant & memorable experience. Our hostess (Edna) treated us well & accommodated us despite my wife's little whim. I highly recommend Bar George.
