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.
Bar Le Mal Nécessaire is described as a stylish cocktail bar with a cozy, intimate vibe that can feel upscale depending on the room and night. Cocktails are frequently praised for creativity, balance, and strong flavors, with standout drinks like strong water, negroni, and pina fuego, though a few guests find prices high and portions small. Service is noted for being attentive and friendly, with staff offering knowledgeable recommendations and occasional courtesy substitutions that enhance the experience. The atmosphere and music receive mixed reviews, ranging from lively DJ nights and live acts to nights where the sound can be loud and conversation difficult. Food options are limited to small bites, and mocktails can be less exciting, but overall the experience is memorable and many would return.
Amazing nights guaranteed at this bar which used to rocks the Chinatown & now is bigger & better in its new location. The DJs are great, decor settings beautiful, drinks are a work of art of the service personalized & friendly. Special kudos to Yohan who made my visit so great I went back 2 days later with a larger group of friends. My new hangout when I'll be in Montreal !
This was our "home bar" while visiting Montreal. The drinks were fun & delicious, but even better was the service. Our servers (New Brunswick & Hugo) were extremely kind, engaging & made our experience fabulous every night we were there. Check it out yourselves people!!
Let us commence with the important aspect: the cocktails. I sampled 3 drinks, which were satisfactory but ultimately unremarkable. Some are presented in an extravagant manner, such as those served in coconuts; however, fail to elicit a sense of good taste that would compel a return visit. The pricing is rather steep given the quality offered. The garnishes were rather lackluster-I have certainly encountered superior presentations. As for the service, it was adequate but not exceptional; it could be described as merely neutral.
A quintessential Montréal speakeasy. New location is gorgeous & elevates this already amazing place to new heights. Excellent drinks & service. Highly recommended.
This bar is super underrated & a strong contender for one of the coolest spots in montreal. Very chique & modern but with a classic ambiance. Felt like I stepped into a Mad Men episode. Definitely a spot to return to as the service & their range of cocktails are amazing.
Amazing cocktails, & friendly & knowledgeable staff. We were there relatively early in the evening & it was a great atmosphere & perfect for conversation. I imagine later at night when the place gets crowded & the music goes up it's more lively but less intimate
L'ambiance est sur la coche. Les serveurs m'ont très bien accueilli & je me suis senti à ma place malgré que je me suis tenté à la découverte en solo de ce bar!
A must-visit destination for all Montreal tourists! Great ambiance, phenomenol service & great drinks. It starts at the door. Very humble bouncers, & once you are seated, great hostesses charm you with the offerings. Ours was able to do a good read of rum vs. whisky. & then we had a couple more rounds. Everyone is welcome (three single guys In my case), but this is an amazing place to bring a date. The DJ is spectacular, too! Awesome transitions. Thank you for a great night. Would love to visit again!!
