Bar Henrietta is a chic and vibrant Montreal spot where cocktails and sharing plates are highly praised, with a strong wine program and a lively atmosphere that can feel crowded at times. The food is flavorful and varied, featuring items like burrata, octopus, scallops, ceviche and piri piri chicken, and the popcorn is a popular highlight for many guests. The vibe is warm and welcoming, the terrace is often described as beautiful, and the overall mood works well for a first date or a night out with friends. Noise levels can be loud and conversation may be difficult when the place is busy. Service is friendly and attentive on many visits but can slow during peak hours, and some patrons report long waits for drinks. The space feels intimate yet compact, with some tables sharing space when crowded and no reservations available in many cases. Overall Bar Henrietta is a popular choice for good value cocktails and tasty small plates with a vibrant atmosphere, though experiences vary with noise and service speed.
Food & service were phenomenal. Definitely caters to a younger crowd that's down to yell over loud music (although the music was very good). Kudos to the waiters who somehow can hear your order - superpowers?
Portions were small but perfect, no leftovers had to be brought home!
Not a ton of places to sit, we arrived at 5:30 & all the proper booths etc were already full. We sat at a bar-like area spanning the middle of the space, cute & comfy but also crowded.
Good wine list, we were all impressed with our choices.
The place looks cute, but gets very loud. It also smelled food... a lot. After leaving this bar all my clothes smelled food even though I sat a the bar. The staff was amazing & very friendly, the cocktails were well done.
Mar 25, 2026
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Bar Henrietta is a beautiful bar with small tapas-like dishes. The food & service were excellent. No reservations, alas, & when we arrived there was a waiting list for the gorgeous outdoor terrasse (one of the prettiest in Montreal, in my opinion). However you can start your night indoors & the staff will transfer you outdoors when a table frees up. All in all, a lovely spot. Highly recommend!
Great spot with fantastic drinks! Only problem is their service. If the place is empty, you'll get them fast, but as soon as they get busy, their staff can't handle it (appears to be a common thread based on other reviews) & you'll end up waiting 30-40 min for one cocktail.
Tip: if you're in a hurry: DO NOT ORDER A COCKTAIL, they're incredibly slow... instead order a glass of wine/champs. Or just sit at the bar. Bar service is much better.
Adorable bar with the feel of something out of a Time Machine. Martinis were cold & available with a solid selection of local gins. You have to try the sliced popcorn topped with Manchego. The perfect little midafternoon snack.
Sep 8, 2025
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Je n'ai jamais essayé leur nourriture, mais leur vaste choix de vins & l'ambiance du bar méritent amplement 5 étoiles. C'est l'endroit parfait si vous cherchez quelque chose d'intime & calme. L'atmosphère chaleureuse & raffinée en fait un lieu idéal pour se détendre & profiter d'un bon verre entre amis ou en couple.
Date night with wife. Walked in around midnight on a Friday & was seated right away at the bar. Bartender was super friendly. Made me a few cocktails that were off menu. We ordered the popcorn (crazy good) & the beef tartare (also very good). We had such a good time that we went back the next night & had the popcorn again & tried the kale caesar which was also outstanding. All of the cocktails were excellent on the menu as well. Great spot!!
L'atmosphère est super! La nourriture est plutôt bonne (Petite déception pour les gnocchis pas crémeux & un peu secs & le cocktail Pina Colada un peu bof). Les serveurs sont très gentils. Très sympathique en mode bar à tapas pour partager des mets...
Jul 9, 2025
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Succulent restaurant, nous étions assis au bar avec une excellente serveuse. Nous avons partagé de délicieux plats (coup de coeur pour les gnocchis) & dégusté des bons vins natures!
Super cute bar that has small bites. Their Portuguese sandwich was delicious. Drinks & overall ambience of the place also was a highlight. Highly recommend as a before dinner spot.
Je recommande le bar Henriette à tout le monde! J'y suis allée un samedi soir & nous avons attendu un peu avant d'être assis mais c'était assez rapide puisqu'on est allé au bar. Les assiettes étaient délicieuses & les margaritas aussi. Par contre parfois le mélange de chaud-froid dans certains plats étaient surprenants. Mais vraiment délicieux!
Apr 23, 2025
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Loved Bar Henrietta!! The service was great & friendly, our waiter even heard us talking about wanting to change our drinks & asked to switch them for us. The food was really good & such reasonable prices. I recommend getting some things to share, we loved the burrata & the popcorn. Drinks were very good as well & lots of fun cocktail choices. The only complaint we had was that the space is quite small & some of the tables you have to share with other parties. It gets very busy so would recommend trying to get there early!
Adorable little cocktail & wine bar tucked away in the mile end. We had two cocktails & the recommended rosé as well as a bowl of their marinated olives. It's a super cute location with a charming & helpful wait staff. Stop by if you have the chance & enjoy an inventive cocktail or really excellent glass of wine!
