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.
Checked out the Bar George for dinner last night. The atmosphere & restaurant itself was really classy & nice. Not too noisy for being busy.
I would say for this price range of a restaurant the food was just okay. We had the beef wellington & the fillet mignon as mains. Steak was cooked perfectly but both dishes were slightly underwhelming in terms of taste. Presentation was good.
The service was also very slow due to how busy it was. We didn't get our first drinks until after the first starter showed up. As for drinks, I had the deluxe old fashioned & it was also not the best for such an expensive cocktail. A standard old fashioned would have been more enjoyable.
All in all, for the price range, there are much better restaurants in Montreal for both food & cocktails. If I was going to return it would just be for a drink at the bar.
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!
Historical buildings with art inside have such a unique charm. Food is really worth the price. Compare to those same level of restaurants, services still need to improve. At least during the meal, no added bread & water, no changing plates….as 20%service fee was added to the bill for over 6 guests, we didn't really feel worth it.
Cute date spot for breakfast, dinner or drinks. Gorgeous rooms & friendly staff. As someone with celiac, the options are limited but the choices are still delicious & well portioned. Cross contamination is a risk but the server took the time to validate what could be done with the proper precautions.
J'ai totalement apprécié mon expérience. Premièrement des mon entrée dans le bar j'ai été surpris par la beauté architecturale intérieur. C'est vraiment beau de voir tous les détails dans le bois. Ensuite, le service est parfait, très belle équipe & tous le monde est professionnel. Ensuite, ouf le bouffe est succulente, j'ai choisi le steak Wellington qui était fantastique. Tout était gouteux & excellent. Nous avons terminé le souper au bar qui mérite d'être vu, encore une fois tout est beau, la musique est bonne & l'ambiance est parfaite. Si vous avez la chance d'aller au deuxième allez y sans hésiter.
Ambiance chaleureuse. Service impeccable. Sommelier très sympathique & à l'écoute. Tout le personnel est vraiment parfait. J'ai adoré la burrata en entrée.
Strong service experience from the reception & the efficient coat check.
The dining rooms are amazing; an architectural jewel. Sommelier is excellent with his recommendations. Service is prompt & efficient (thanks Kevin) with just some lag at the end.
The burrata & courge appetizer was deliciously creamy.
I was disappointed by the excessively salty lobster risotto & the lack of fluff in the puff pastry of the beef wellington with slightly chewy filet mignon.
We also had a chance to visit the adjacent hotel (thanks Zacharie!) & would highly recommend a stay here.
Older: Corporate event in the hotel. Cocktails were decent, but the presentation room was not as nice as the actual bar which looked amazing.
Mar 1, 2025
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This should definitely be on the top of your list if you're visiting Montreal, there's a lot of history with the building & the cocktails are incredible. I'm heading back to Montreal in a few weeks & I can't wait to go & try their food next. Sidenote if you like good vibes, they had a really great DJ playing towards the second half of the night.
Great little fancy find! We did not partake in dining, but the bar area is historical & beautiful, & the bartenders are overly accommodating & full of wonderful suggestions!
It was a great atmosphere & the waiter went out of his way to please us: we asked a dessert out of the breakfast menu & he made it happen for us. The interior is really impressive!
