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Bar St-Denis

Villeray-Saint-Michel
4.4$ & $$
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Bar St-Denis Villeray-Saint-Michel, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Bar St-Denis functions as a vibrant urban bistro characterized by a focus on high-quality tartare and contemporary shared plates. The kitchen emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared with precise technique to highlight natural flavor profiles. Guests encounter a refined industrial aesthetic defined by minimalist decor and an open, energetic atmosphere suitable for social engagement. The beverage program complements the food menu with an array of curated spirits, craft cocktails, and selective bottle offerings. Culinary execution centers on the balance of texture and taste, particularly within the signature raw meat preparations that define the establishment identity. This venue prioritizes a streamlined service model where the environment remains as dynamic as the seasonal menu items crafted for immediate appeal.

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4.4209 ratings
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Reviews for Bar St-Denis

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*as of 2026-07-01
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Bar St-Denis consistently earns praise for its creative, fresh, and high-quality cuisine, with many diners highlighting the razor clams, scallops, and duck as standout dishes. While the tasting menu is a popular way to experience the variety of flavors offered, the atmosphere is frequently described as warm, stylish, and vibrant, making it a favored spot for dates and gatherings. Service is generally regarded as professional, attentive, and knowledgeable, although experiences can vary, with some patrons finding the pace either too rushed or occasionally inconsistent. Despite occasional critiques regarding portion sizes, pricing, or specific flavor profiles, most guests consider the restaurant a memorable, must-visit destination in Montreal that delivers a refined yet comfortable dining experience.
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Mike
5.0

For the second year in a row, we spent thanksgiving in Montreal. For the second year in a row, we celebrated at @barstdenis. & for the second year in a row, we had an absolutely wonderful meal. Bar St Denis is one of those places where the joy & warmth of those cooking & serving the food is both apparent & contagious. True hospitality can't be faked, & they have it in spades. Bravo.

Oh, & the food is SPECTACULAR - thoughtful, playful, referential without being unoriginal.

Nov 28, 2025
on Google
Alexandre
5.0

Chaque visite ici m'émeut. Emily & David comprennent la restauration: hospitalité, qualité, surprises. Tout le monde a le sourire aux lèvres, aime son travail. & la cuisine (quelle cuisine!) danse en synchronicité. Plusieurs classiques déjà. On aime beaucoup.

Nov 7, 2025
on Google
Frédérick
5.0

Une valeur sûre & de qualité à Villeray. Autant au niveau de l'ambiance/décoration que du service & de la nourriture. Pris 2 bières (22$) + un plat de palourdes (24$) + un plat de chicharrón aux crevettes (18$) + mon invité 1 Margarita (15$) + 1 bière (11$), total + taxes + pourboire = 119,68$.

5/5 Visité en octobre 2025
Client depuis 2020

Nov 6, 2025
on Google
Victoria
2.0

We had the menu from November 2025, & it was underwhelming. Scallop crudo, matsutake, beef tartare & monkfish. The natural flavors of the matsutake, raw beef & monkfish were overwhelmed by other very strong flavors. Beef tartare with white anchovies just tasted like anchovy flavored paste. Monkfish tasted like bacon flavored flakes. Not particularly bold or interesting combinations & they really compromised/muddled the quality of the main premium ingredients by adding so much other stuff. All of the dishes had components that were wholly unnecessary or actually made the overall dish worse. Service was great & it's nice to see an open kitchen. Not anything horrible taste wise, but did not live up to its price point & reputation.

Nov 1, 2025
on Google
Jonathan
5.0

C'était ma première fois au Bar St-Denis & quelle belle découverte !
?Tout était vraiment délicieux. Un immense coup de coeur pour les palourdes & le boudin!
?J'ai beaucoup apprécié le service : il était compétent tout en restant discret, ce qui est parfait. De plus, les choix de vins sont irréprochables.
?Une adresse que je recommande chaudement & où je retournerai sans faute !

Sep 28, 2025
on Google
Dave
5.0

Always excellent & great service. A classic!

Sep 10, 2025
on Google
Valerie
5.0

Très belle expérience! Sélection de vins intéressante & variée & très bon service. Les plats sont excellents & la présentation est travaillée. Les pétoncles étaient savoureux & cuits à la perfection. Je vous le recommande sans hésitation.

Aug 26, 2025
on Google
Dikla
5.0

Delicious food. My friends had the tasting menu but since I don't eat shellfish or pork I went a-la-cart. 4 dishes were plenty.
The leeks, tomatoes & tuna were amazing.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google
Tibo
5.0

Menu dégustation exceptionnel

Aug 23, 2025
on Google
Xavier
5.0

Bel endroit, bel ambiance. C'est un peu cher pour la quantité dans les assiettes, mais la qualité y est.

Aug 11, 2025
on Google
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