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Bar Renard

The Village/Centre-Sud
4.3$$
OPEN3 pm - 1 am
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Bar Renard Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Bar Renard

Food
Service
on Google4.2 (1100+)
*as of 2026-05-01
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61%
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Review Summary

Bar Renard is described as a lively, stylish spot in the Village with a central bar and a club like vibe, a welcoming yet sometimes crowded space that shines on warm evenings thanks to a terrace and good music, DJ sets, and friendly staff praised for going above and beyond. The drinks and cocktails receive mixed marks, with many praising creativity and quality while a number of experiences note drinks can be flat or watered down and the service can be slow or distracted when the venue is busy. Food offerings garner mixed feelings, with nachos and other options noted as solid, though portions or value for money are questioned in some dishes. Overall, the ambiance, social energy and the sense of place draw regulars and visitors alike, though ventilation, cleanliness and occasional busy service temper the experience.
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I really loved this bar! The crowd was incredibly welcoming, & Alexi, the bartender that night, truly made the experience special. He was warm, personable, & so friendly - excellent service all around.

May 1, 2026
on Google

Not a lot of choice but the wine was good. Went from cozy to very crowded in the span of 2 hours. We went for a 5@7

Apr 3, 2026
on Google

Personnellement, je n'ai rien contre le Renard, l'ambiance est sympa, la musique est bonne, le service est assez rapide pour la quantité de consommateurs vs. Le nombre d'employés, & en été la terrasse rajoute au charme de l'endroit.

Seul bémol, chaque fois que j'y ai commandé un verre (la plupart du temps un rhum&coke), j'ai plus souvent été déçu que satisfait, du fait que le drink était « flat » ( le pétillant du Coca-Cola est absent, accentuant le goût du rhum).

N'empêche, la place est souvent crowdy & entre amis, c'est l'un des beaux bars du Village à être :)

Feb 28, 2026
on Google

Really cool place with a younger crowd (at least when I went!). Awesome & kind staff, & drinks were fantastic! It was a fun & easy-going atmosphere. & whoever controls the music has excellent taste 😊

May 31, 2025
on Google

Renard Bar is a visually captivating spot, but the vibrant exterior hides an underwhelming experience within. With a relentless crowd & a bathroom scene that's better suited for another kind of gathering, it's hard to shake the feeling of discomfort. The bartenders, unfortunately, mirror the snail's pace of service, & the unceremonious 3 am cutoff doesn't leave much room for a leisurely evening. While the youthful clientele adds a certain energy, it's evident that Renard prioritizes profit over providing a truly enjoyable atmosphere. It's as if the place took the worst elements of nightlife & condensed them into a real-life Grinder experience.

Update from 2025*

I wish they hadn't changed the beautiful drawing on the bathroom wall.

I wish we could request a song.

I wish the waiters were friendlier instead of giving attitude.

I wish people didn't keep the doors locked for too long in the bathroom, & make others wait.

Feb 8, 2025
on Google

Beautiful bar. Wonderful & inviting atmosphere! Great crowd

Sep 25, 2024
on Google

The night always depends on the DJ. When it's good, it's great & the crowd is fun. Fridays seem better than other nights. It can get too crowded but you can usually find your spot & have a great time with friends.

Apr 21, 2024
on Google

This is a real Go-To spot in The Village. Right across from the Beaudry Metro station it is busy with the after work crowd & stays that way as a meeting spot. DJ can be hit or miss. Bartenders are efficient.

Dec 11, 2023
on Google