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.
Amazing service by Jay, couldn't of asked for a more attentive, efficient, genuinely kind waiter. Booked a private salon for an event & was pleasantly pleased by the flexibility, accommodations available, not to mention the quality of the food & drinks! As always, will be back :)
Bar George is one of those rare places that gets the balance just right, upscale without being pretentious. It's a place that makes you feel like you're having a bit of an elevated experience, but in a relaxed, unforced way.
I visited with my wife & my brother, who was in from Northern Ontario. We had tickets to a clown gala cabaret later that evening, & Bar George felt like the perfect place to start the night. Drinks, a proper meal, & an atmosphere that sets a tone.
It delivered on all of it.
What I Liked:
Drinks were exactly what you want them to be. I had a Peroni, my brother stuck with his rye & ginger, & my wife ordered a Caesar-all well done.
For food, my wife & I went with the beef Wellington, & my brother had the sirloin. We loved our meal-rich, satisfying, & well executed.
What stood out most was my brother's reaction. He's a steak guy & not easily impressed, & he genuinely loved it. Cooked perfectly, & the reduced au jus added something a little different from the usual. That says a lot.
Service was friendly & attentive overall. The only small knock was that the first round of drinks took a little longer than expected, but everything flowed smoothly after that.
We also arrived about 30 minutes early for our reservation & were accommodated without any fuss, which is always appreciated.
Atmosphere & Vibe:
This is where Bar George really separates itself.
The space is visually stunning, rich woodwork, intricate detailing, & a sense of history that you feel the moment you walk in. It's the kind of place where you can't help but look around a bit.
Add in a DJ playing at just the right volume… present, but not overpowering & the whole room carries a relaxed, confident energy. It feels intentional without trying too hard.
We sat in the bar area, which is first come, first served & honestly my preferred spot. It feels a little more alive.
It's upscale, but warm. Stylish, but comfortable. A hard balance to strike & they do it well.
Closing:
Bar George is more than just a place to grab a drink or a meal, it's an experience without the attitude.
It's not cheap, but it's worth it.
If you're looking for something that sits between casual & refined, where you can enjoy great food, strong drinks, & a space that actually adds to the night, this is your place.
Perfect for date nights, hosting out-of-town guests, or just treating yourself to something a little better than average.
I had the most amazing dinner & drinks at Bar George tonight, & I cannot recommend enough! I originally planned to go to Bar George for a classy pre-Lady Gaga dinner & unfortunately she cancelled… instead, Bar George & our server Kevin became the stars of our night. My friend & I split the incredible lobster risotto & beef Wellington & Kevin provided delicious wine pairing recommendations for each course. Definitely include on your visit to Montreal! Magnifique👌!
We loved the atmosphere & the food, but unfortunately the service fell well below expectations. Despite having a reservation, the hostess seemed reluctant to seat us, which immediately made us feel like an inconvenience.
After being seated, it took about 15 minutes for our server to acknowledge us. The cocktails were overpriced &, unfortunately, didn't live up to the ambiance-my martini, in particular, was unbalanced & disappointing.
When we asked for a few minutes to enjoy our drinks, the waiter informed us that the kitchen was closing & that we needed to order quickly, which felt rushed & detracted from the experience. We mentioned that we'd like to order wine after our cocktails, but once our drinks were finished & the food arrived, our server never returned to the table.
We ended up having to ask another staff member for the wine menu. Overall, the poor service significantly impacted our evening.
Sadly, I left feeling disappointed & underwhelmed, & I wouldn't return.
Apr 5, 2026
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Walked into Bar George for dinner with friends & were greeted with something unusual: before even sitting down, we were informed the minimum tip is 20%. Nothing says'welcome' like being told how much gratitude you owe before you've even seen the menu.
After dinner I paid the whole bill. Later at home we noticed we were charged for two extra drinks we never ordered. Not a huge amount of money, but that's not the point - it's a matter of honesty.
I called the restaurant & was told to email the manager. I emailed two contacts (apparently a manager & an accountant). No reply. Twice.
So the system seems to be:
1. Demand a generous tip upfront.
2. Add mystery drinks to the bill.
3. Ignore the customer afterwards.
If you dine here, read your bill carefully - apparently the drinks menu may continue after you leave.
The space inside Le Mount Stephen is genuinely jaw-dropping; all mahogany, stained glass & ornate woodwork that makes you feel like you're dining inside a Downton Abbey fever dream. I walked in & immediately felt underdressed, & under-funded.
Then came the cocktail menu. A perfectly executed Old Fashioned arrived in a glass so elegant I briefly considered not drinking it & just taking it home as decor. Then the bill arrived & I realized I had just sipped the equivalent of a car payment. The food - British-inspired, locally sourced, thoughtfully plated - is lovely in theory, though the portions have a very'European vacation' energy: beautiful, memorable, & not quite enough to prevent you from stopping at a shawarma place on the way home.
Come for the architecture, stay for the ambiance, & eat a full meal beforehand. Bar George is a magnificent stage with a slightly overpriced script - but as a backdrop for feeling fancy for two hours, it has absolutely zero competition in this city.
The hostess working on Valentine's Day was very rude & unaccommodating. She wasn't helpful at all, which was especially disappointing given the occasion. We were just hoping to grab a drink. Overall, a frustrating experience. I wouldn't recommend.
New years Eve dinner scam with chef Ramaswamy. Decided to treat my wife to a 5 course dinner at Bar George for new years eve for $ 280 a pop ! Big mistake here is why: We are not food critiques or fancy food influencers lol we are very simple straight frwrd no BS customers. The menu says lobster tail as an appetizer we expect to get the lobster tail not a sorry chunk of lobster the size of a shrimp impaled on a squewer ! The Ramaswamy came out to our table, I let him know straight up this is not what it says on the menu ! He replied bluntly that it's only a piece of lobster tail not the whole tail expecting me to back down ! I pointed out to him that the menu said other wise, please see the menu photo below & decide for yourself ! He laughed it off & left. From there on the whole menu went crashing down : soggy stuffed pasta raw for aldente, with white truffles & a creamy white sauce that you can get for 20 dollars anywhere in little Italy, then came black boiled cod which was tasteless & disgusting not worth $15 dollars at any fish & ships. The tuna Wellington was a disgrace ! who ever George is he must be turning in his grave … the Pastry bland, the tuna uncooked & cold .. & finally a sorbet with no taste on top of tiny chocolate bar with pears that you over pay at $ 7,50 dollar price tag from any French patisserie on the plateau! All in all one dollar appetizer + $20 pasta + $ 15 cod +$ 10 tuna Wellington & $ 7,5 $ dessert for a max total a $ 53 worth experience sold at $ 280.l left 20% for the service because they were doing their job & they paid for our drinks 2 cocktails & a coke zero to make it up to us ! So for two we paid with tips & taxes $750 & there you have it : a New Year's Eve dinner scam in deed ! I left a note to fire the chef because it's a failure & he is rude on top of it ! Just saying first & last experience at mount Stephen hotel … it's not about paying money it's about being cheated out of your money while your trying to finish the year with a classy meal lol !
It was an amazing experience during lunch time. I loved every single detail from this place. The food, the drinks, the music, the place itself, all did a great combination!!!
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I was really looking forward to this one as it's such a beautiful space, but it honestly let me down. I was seated at the bar & took quite a while to even be acknowledged while it wasn't very busy. Ordered a cocktail that was pretty basic & a burger. The burger was ok, nicely cooked - but the bun was very dry. Salad with it was nice, but you can get a better burger for half the price. No one came by to ask about the food or even if I wanted another drink. When time for staff turnover, they ask everyone to settle up which I always hate. That's not on the servers but rather on the restaurant's tip structure, but it's just not great practise as they were pressuring all the guests (the people beside me were talking about it as well after they agreed). Overall though the food was average at best & service really not great. Very nice space though!
We ordered the beef wellington, drinks & dessert. Everything was divine.
Kevin provided exceptional service & his wine pairing recommendations hit the mark.
Can't wait to return to this beautiful spot!
Had Sunday lunch. Great setting & food of high quality. Wished they had more gluten free options. The food arrived before we had our drinks so a little off on service.
