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.
Bar George earns praise for a breathtaking historic setting in a renovated mansion, with rich woodwork, elegant interiors, and a warm, refined ambiance that makes it a standout for special occasions and cocktails. The menu and cocktails are often highlighted as sophisticated, with Beef Wellington and lobster risotto repeatedly mentioned as signature dishes, though the dish can be unevenly executed or overpriced, with issues like a non-crispy crust or salty sauce. Service is frequently described as attentive and knowledgeable, with strong wine recommendations, yet some visits note slow or uneven service during busy times or when staff turnover occurs. Brunch and lunch are praised for atmosphere and setting, but portions or value can be inconsistent, and some guests find certain items pricey for the size. Overall, Bar George is seen as a premier Montreal destination for a refined dining or drinking experience, where the ambiance and architecture often elevate the experience, though a few reviews point to room for improvement in consistency and value.
A beautiful restaurant. I visited here a few times. Always enjoyed the food & atmosphere. The only thing I would say is the portion size, & it's a bit pricey for the amount of food offered. For example, today we went for brunch. The dish is so small. We had to order side dishes to feel a bit full. I recommend that the restaurant reconsider its portion size. Maybe supply those nice duck fat potatoes as part of the meal. I think when customers feel satisfied & full, they will come back.
Came here for brunch. While the building interior is nice to look at, the food was average but priced high. The espresso machine was not working, so I asked for drip coffee & I didn't receive it until I was almost finished my meal. They also forgot the milk though I requested it.
Then I went to the bathroom once I was finished eating, & I had to take a phone call while I was in there. I didn't think I was gone too long (probably 20 min? Or less) & I was surprised to see my table had been cleared off & my coat gone. I was very annoyed that they moved my coat, & they told me it was because they thought I left? It's raining/light snow outside, why would I leave without my jacket? I had intentionally left it there so that they knew I was coming back.
Anyways, it made me feel very rushed to leave, though all in all I had only been there for an hour. So I paid almost $80 for an average meal (toast, scrambled eggs & potatoes), below average service & for them to make me feel I was being rushed out. I wouldn't come back here despite the building being beautiul. I would just say, do not move someone's belongings next time.
Would be one star if not for their brunch, which can be quite nice.
First time eating dinner here & wow, what a let down. The prices are outrageous, you can eat at some of the finest restaurants in Montreal for less.
The food was tasty, but was hard to enjoy given the poor service leading up to it. The restaurant was not even busy, but our cocktails took an hour to reach the table. The drinks we ordered with our food came when we were already done eating both courses.
I can't remember the last time a higher end restaurant charged for bread ($10), so you can imagine the disappointment when the bread was stale & unappetizing.
Overall, easily the top 3 worst Montreal restaurant experiences I've had in the last few years.
Pas la meilleure expérience entre rapport qualité & prix. Un endroit qui se prétend haut de gamme, un service très maladroit, on prend la commande d'un hamburger sans demander la cuisson, on sert un coca cola dans sa canette & l'on revient demander si l'on veut un supplément truffe payant sur une commande d'oeufs benedictine. Bref, on paye très cher des plats alambiqués pour un menu qui s'appelle'brunch', en un mot ridicule.
L'on peut douter du journaliste blogger qui recommande cet endroit comme le meilleur brunch de Montréal. Je ne mentionnerais pas son nom, mais si vous cherchez des articles de recommandations pour les meilleurs croissants de Montréal, vous allez l'identifier....
I went for the brunch service on a Saturday. The service was attentive & I had a full English breakfast which was pretty good. I had ordered eggs over medium but they were a bit overcooked. A minor issue but I'd visit again when I'm next in town.
Apr 28, 2025
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Went to Bar George to try their famous brunch & to celebrate a friend's birthday. Although the table is too small for the big brunch plates, the waiter found a way to make it comfy & spacious enough to hold our coffee & side orders. Food is good, though its not what I expected for the price we pay. But the overall feel, the ambiance & the aesthetics of the place is already a plus factor in choosing this resto as an ultimate brunch place. I would recommend? Definitely & will be back soon!
Was here in January for both brunch & dinner. I enjoyed brunch more than the dinner. The service was great even though the restaurant was very busy. The matane toast is a must as well as the pain perdu. The duck fat potatoes were very disappointing as they did not taste fresh.
Je suis allée bruncher avec une amie un samedi matin avant 11h, & c'était très bon. La qualité des ingrédients est superbe, les présentations sont belles. Le vibe général est moins prétentieux qu'on peut penser vu l'extravagance de l'architecture. Maxence en particulier était super gentil & attentionné. J'ai pris le gravlax de saumon & mon amie les toasts à l'avocat. Prochaine fois j'essaye la Fleur Kalamansi. Par contre, j'avais encore très faim après mon gravlax à 30$.
Jan 25, 2025
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I absolutely love this place! I highly recommend making a reservation for the weekend brunch. Service is impeccable, & the food is outstanding. At our table, my wife had the halloumi & avocado on toast, our friends had the full English & eggs bendict with bacon, & I had the eggs benedict with their house made black pudding (pictured). Coffees & ceasars rounded out the meals. Everything was divine. A big thanks to our server, Lena, for her smashing attention to detail & professionalism. Our next trip to Montreal will definitely include a return.
Un lieu surprenant... On ose à peine pousser leurs immenses portes. Mais l'endroit vaut clairement le détour ! Le bâtiment est juste magnifique, & très bien conservé & décoré. & les brunchs proposés sont à prix raisonnables & goûteux.
Oct 19, 2024
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Ce restaurant n'aurait jamais dû accepter notre groupe un samedi soir de fin d'été: un fête familiale d'une grand mère de 80 ans qui avait adoré l'endroit pour un brunch. Nous n'avions pas notre place à ce moment. Un endroit "cool" où se cotoient riches touristes, professionels dans la force de l'âge, couples, jeunes en fête & (trop) de sugar dady avec leur escorte ayant l'âge de leur fille ou petite fille. On aurait dû nous dire que le.moment aurait été plus approprié le samedi ou dimanche midi. Nourriture de passable à excellente. Le staff était super!!!! mais ils ont été pris avec un groupe auquel ils ne s'attendaient pas un samedi soir. Un "blind date" mal assorti. Bref, ma seule plainte s'adresse au département des ventes. Nous aurions dépensé autant d'argent mais aurions eu un meilleur moment si vous nous aviez dirigé vers des conditions plus adaptées à notre situation.
The brunch is objectively terrible. Unfathomably bad. Except the fries & potatoes to be fair. But everything else could not have been made worse. From the undercooked lobster, to the tasteless eggs, the fishy fish. This place looks way too nice for the food to be this terrible.
Make a reservation. Just a really great overall experience. Relaxing, great service & food. A little more expensive but worth it for a nice meal. Only ate there for brunch, both inside & the patio. Both spots are excellent.
Went there for brunch , the place is beautiful, it must be amazing to have a drink there near the bar. Our waiter was nice & friendly. We tried the burger, salmon & the lobster omelette. The omelette was definitely the best choice. The texture of the omelette & the lobster were amazing. I would probably go back for the omelette again. The other dishes were good but a bit on the salty side.
