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Bar Le Mal Nécessaire

Exotic cocktail bar in Chinatown
Chinatown
4.6$ & $$
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Bar Le Mal Nécessaire Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Award winning cocktail bar tucked away in a Montreal Chinatown. Authentic Cantonese food available for clients who want to snack while enjoying an all-natural libation. Live DJ sets every night.

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Reviews for Bar Le Mal Nécessaire

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Review Summary

Bar Le Mal Nécessaire is described as a chic, spacious cocktail bar with a tropical yet refined vibe that blends tiki flair with a premium cocktail experience. The cocktails are consistently praised for creativity, balance, and striking presentation, with standout signatures and some very strong options where the ABV is noted on the menu. The staff are repeatedly described as knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly, guiding guests through the menu and making the experience feel welcoming whether at the bar or a table. The atmosphere is often noted as upscale and lively, sometimes with live music or a DJ, which can make conversation a bit loud during peak hours. A few critiques mention the price point and the lack of food options, with many wishing for small plates to pair with drinks. The new location is larger and keeps the same high standard of service, though some reviews miss the character of the old venue. Reservations are advised to secure a seat, and the bar is frequently recommended for groups or a stylish night out.
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Attended on Sat Feb 14th. Did not eat. Fabulous, unique cocktails (strong water was the most smooth & balanced drink that we have ever tasted!) Amaretto sour was perfection! We had such great service. We ordered a cocktail that was new to us which neither of us enjoyed. Our server noticed, without us mentioning it to her, & replaced it with another drink of our choice at no cost. That is exceptional service! Did not enjoy the DJ's choice of music that night… was totally 1970's disco music for the entire 2 hours that we were there

Feb 16, 2026
on Google
5.0

It's always a great experience getting drinks at the Mal Nécessaire, the combination of tasty cocktails & a cozy vibe makes this spot one of my favourite !

Feb 11, 2026
on Google

Très belle place. Ambiance super chouette avec DJ & des serveurs professionnels.
Très bons drinks bien que je les ai trouvés petits (volume) on les finit rapidement.

Feb 3, 2026
on Google

The security guard told us to wait outside??? In -20 weather??? While waiting for our uber?? The drinks are great here, but we waited an hour before getting a table & then we had to fight for a better table, & then our drink order took soooo long. Service disappointed bigtime & was very annoying

Jan 31, 2026
on Google
3.0

Très belle ambiance, par contre le son était trop haut & ça ne permettrait pas de parler tranquillement. Le staff est attencieux & les drinks délicieux, mais préparez-vous à débourser un bon 70$ pour trois boissons. Bon pour danser & jaser entre amis, mais pas un lieu du vous chercher de la tranquillité.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google
5.0

Very friendly staff & great drinks! Food is little snacks but also delicious & great quality

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Classy spot! The drinks were strong & they call out the ABV%. Each drink we ordered was increasingly just getting tastier. I wish they had food/small plates that would pair well & balance the drinks.

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

Great experience! Had the pleasure of meeting Eric & the drinks were amazing

Dec 21, 2025
on Google
5.0

Fantastic drinks & a wonderful experience in a lovely setting. The drinks were next level, & Eric & Adriana took excellent care of us. Outstanding experience!

Dec 5, 2025
on Google
1.0

My cousins said it's a nice place to go. But the girl behind the bar sat around giving dirty looks. The drinks were just okay & the waiter could have been friendlier.

Dec 4, 2025
on Google

Visited from Toronto.

This bar/ speakeasy is very chic. It has a great atmosphere for a great night out. Really enjoyed their champagne papi & miso drinks!

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Cocktails already made for Halloween night wasn't the best drink for the price we paid!

Nov 9, 2025
on Google
5.0

One of, if not, the best bars I've ever been to. There's a wide variety of drinks to choose from & if you're indecisive, the staff will make it easy by getting you something according to your preferences. The bar has a very nice atmosphere, with great music playing all along. Our server Adam was very friendly & professional with us. He handled our order with care & made sure we had a pleasant experience throughout the entire time, asking us if we needed anything or not. Additionally, he provided us with a portable charger so we could keep enjoying our night. I would totally recommend this bar if you're a couple or a group of friends looking for a nice place to spend an evening with amazing drinks.

Oct 13, 2025
on Google
5.0

Was only in town for a few nights & knew we needed to hit up this spot. Atmosphere was wonderful, drinks were delicious, & service was top notch. Cheers to Jay!

Oct 12, 2025
on Google

Atmosphere is super nice & the music fits the vibe perfectly, I got the champagne papi drink & it was really really good. Jay was a wonderful server, would definitely come back when I visit Montreal again

Oct 12, 2025
on Google

Lovely bar. Great music from the dj. Great place to drink & chat with your friends. I had the champagne papi & it was drake. I mean great. Jay gave use great service & I hope to visit again when I'm back in Montreal.

Oct 12, 2025
on Google

Such a wicked spot. We stopped in at 4:30, right when they opened. The vibe is really chill, dim lighting, nice atmosphere. Drinks both looked & tasted great. Love this place. Wish we could've stayed longe

Oct 4, 2025
on Google
4.0

Great ambience & drinks! I got the dirty martini & tale of two chillis. The martini was good but the tale of two chillis was amazing! I liked the ambience; the music was a bit loud at certain points (it was a live band) but I personally didn't feel talking to my friends was hard. The lighting was a tad too dark. Great experience overall though!

Oct 1, 2025
on Google

Le Mal is a very nice bar, but I have to be honest it is more suitable for adults in their mid 20s & up. A very honest advice for anyone who's coming here the first time: if you're in the waiting area where you can order a drink (was at the very back of the bar), please do not get into a hurry for getting a drink yet because there is not a good variety of options available & honestly in my friends & I opinions, it was just straight up very strong & not tasty especially if you are a fan of cocktails or a look/taste-matters person. I'm sure once you actually get into the bar the drinks will be way better as I saw the other feedback with so many eye-catching ones. Overall was a nice experience to try!

Sep 28, 2025
on Google

J'y suis allée pour prendre un verre & je fus charmée par l'endroit. Une tonne d'ambiance un mercredi soir, un staff charmant & compétent, de délicieux drinks originaux. J'ai toute aimé.

Sep 26, 2025
on Google