Bar Renard offers a menu focused on vibrant tapas designed for communal consumption within a modern, bar-centric environment. The culinary selection emphasizes diverse vegetarian small plates that highlight seasonal produce and bold, inventive flavor profiles. Each dish showcases careful preparation, blending traditional techniques with contemporary presentations to ensure a robust sensory experience. The space features a minimalist aesthetic with functional seating arrangements that prioritize interaction and accessibility. Patrons encounter a thoughtfully curated selection of refreshments that complement the savory snacks served throughout the facility. This establishment maintains a commitment to consistent quality, providing a focused environment where the culinary offerings remain the primary point of engagement for all visitors. The layout facilitates a streamlined service flow, ensuring that every plate reaches the table with optimal temperature and texture.
Bar Renard is widely celebrated as a welcoming and vibrant destination in the Village, often praised for its excellent atmosphere, stylish decor, and fantastic music. Visitors frequently highlight the friendly, charismatic staff who contribute to the lively energy, making it a popular spot for groups and social gatherings. The spacious and comfortable terrace is a major draw during warmer months, providing an ideal setting to enjoy a variety of delicious cocktails and generous sharing plates. With its inclusive vibe and enjoyable environment, many patrons find it to be a go-to location for drinks and socializing, consistently recommending it as a must-visit spot in Montreal.
Last Saturday, I experienced a very discouraging, embarrassing, & extremely uncomfortable situation.
Two customers decided to take the seat of a friend of mine who had been there for several hours. She was sitting at the bar, & they used the excuse of buying a drink to take her seat. They then started laughing at her, mocking her, & treating her disrespectfully. I honestly don't know whether it was xenophobia or something else, but the situation was extremely unpleasant.
The bartender then decided to ask my friends & me to leave the bar. The security woman, who was extremely rude, aggressive, unprofessional, & unwilling to de-escalate the situation, even pushed one of my friends while forcing him out of the bar.
I don't know whether employees there are allowed to mistreat customers, drink alcohol, or become intoxicated or use drugs alongside customers, but that was certainly the impression the situation gave us.
Terrible bar. I had been there several times before, but I will not be going back. I certainly cannot recommend this place, & I intend to share my experience publicly because it is unacceptable that, in a city as open & diverse as this one, customers can be treated this way & concerns about possible xenophobic behavior are handled so poorly.
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The bartender was waiting for the two of us to clear our chairs... he laughed & insulted me for no reason. & the security guard was awful & disrespectful... & someone pushed me, another waiter... what if we check the clarifications & see what happened? Can we do that? Are they free of blame?
Would've given zero but they were highly racist towards my partner that waited for over 20mins at the bar for a drink while the bartender in the red bralette on 1st august, 2026, kept serving others before him & spoke rudely. Horrible end to the night. Wouldn't go here again.
Aug 14, 2026
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Le barman a fait sortir des amis juste parce que des clients irrespectueux lui ont payé des shooters. Totalement inacceptable !! J'étais un client régulier l'année dernière mais je suis vraiment déçu du staff de soirée cette année. Grand manque de professionnalisme d'un barman en particulier. Très décevant
Expérience extrêmement décevante au Renard. Nous étions un groupe d'amis respectueux, sans aucun comportement problématique, & pourtant le personnel a décidé de nous mettre dehors sans raison valable. Nous avons eu la forte impression que tout cela était simplement parce qu'une autre personne voulait récupérer notre place.
La façon dont la situation a été gérée était complètement irrespectueuse & non professionnelle. Le personnel s'est montré particulièrement mal élevé avec nous, alors que nous étions des clients respectueux & que rien ne justifiait un tel traitement.
C'est vraiment dommage de voir un endroit se dégrader à ce point au niveau du service & de l'attitude envers sa clientèle. Après cette expérience, aucun de nous ne remettra les pieds ici. À éviter.
Ce petit bar est ouvert depuis quelques années, je crois, & ça nous a pris un certain temps avant d'y entrer. Après y être allés à quelques reprises, nous pouvons dire que le personnel est vraiment sympathique. L'endroit devient très achalandé, mais l'équipe semble bien gérer le rythme sans se laisser dépasser. L'ambiance est agréable & on y passe toujours un bon moment. Ne vous laissez pas intimider par l'apparence de l'endroit : c'est en fait un bar très accueillant.
Une belle addition au Village gai.
UPDATE BELOW
Honestly TRASH service. There were two people behind the bar, one appeared to be training, yet no one offered water or even acknowledged me properly. I ordered a drink, & as soon as it was served, they immediately cashed me out, which made me feel like they didn't want me there or assumed I wasn't going to pay. Is that normal? This happened Friday July 24 @5pm
I've never felt so unwelcome at a bar before. The overall experience felt dismissive & uninviting. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you expect friendly or attentive service.
UPDATE: I know what cash & carry is. Your response completely missed the point. The issue wasn't your business model-it was the dismissive service & the assumption that I wasn't staying. Had anyone simply asked whether I wanted to keep my tab open, I would have stayed for more drinks & tipped generously. Instead, assumptions were made. Thanks for confirming customer feedback isn't taken seriously 👍
