Reviews of Bernard Cabaret Gourmand describe a striking venue with a captivating ambience and a space that feels both intimate and grand, where the decoration and architecture set the stage for cabaret, burlesque and drag performances that guests praise for energy and variety. The staff are repeatedly acknowledged as attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming, contributing to a warm and inclusive atmosphere where guests feel comfortable to be themselves. The entertainment stands out as a major draw, with drag shows, burlesque and brunch events delivering lively performances and a connected, communal vibe, though some guests note shows can be long and the energy varies over the night. Food and drink receive mixed reviews, with portions sometimes described as small or pricey for what is offered and occasional dishes arriving cold, while other items and vegetarian options are praised and cocktails and mimosas receive favorable remarks. Overall Bernard Cabaret Gourmand comes across as a standout nightlife and performance venue in a beautiful setting, valued for atmosphere and shows even as price, portion size and service speed are cited as areas for improvement.
I discovered a jewel of a place located in the heart of Montreal's village nightlife.
Here is what I wrote a friend about Bernard Gourmand Cabaret Burlesque, on this day, Friday, June 20th, officially the 1st day of summer:
About this place:
No cover charge. But you would be expected to order something to drink or eat.
There is LIVE spectacle entertainment here. The performances are dazzling & the music selection great igniting one's nostalgia for the 1940s.
I am no fan of drag queens but an occasional one performs to satisfy a diverse clientel. Tonight there were no drag queens but a burlesque Rio Carnival girl in full costume regallia performing on the floor & on the bar counter & of course a pole dancer who also used her skills on an elevated overhanging hoop from a ceiling which was incredible!
The drinks are expensive to cover the cost of the performers & entertainment. I have not yet experienced their lunch hour brunch but I expect to: performances are also LIVE at brunch.
My'querdo' portugese beer cost me $11.50 after tax per bottle but was well worth it given the quality of entertainment. I do not know how much cocktail drinks are. I had 3 beers tonight.
Somebody I invited, was supposed to show up tonight, Friday night June 20th the first day of summer officially but he never showed up. I had a good time anyway. I arrived at 8 PM & left at 10:00 p.m.
Reminds me of the film'Casablanca'.
Highly recommended! ***** 5 stars
Author: Carl Borodenko
Jun 21, 2025
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Notre expérience étais incroyable ! Le propriétaire , le barman ,les artistes , breff tout le staff en faite nous ont fait sentir comme à la maison version luxueuse & speak easy vibe !! merci mille fois
I own a pole studio in New Orleans so I see burlesque & pole on an almost daily basis...& yet....I was friggin BLOWN AWAY by the performers here.
Every single act was pure talent. The staff is amazing...so sweet, so funny. I could have spent all night at this restaurant. The drinks were so good... very tasty.
Do not miss this spot!!!
What an amazing experience! The staff are incredibly kind & welcoming, food is a 10/10, drinks are curated perfectly, & performers are magnificent. I had a wonderful night & will definitely come back again!
May 23, 2025
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Absolutely loved my experience here. From what I remember they were serving brunch cooked hot plates since their kitchen was still in the process of being completed & the food was EXCELLENT!! We had an amazing yogurt bowl, coffee, salmon gravlax, & avocado toast.
It's definitely a splurge depending on the event, we did drag brunch, & it was worth every penny. The pole/burlesque shows are next on my list for this spot. Can't wait for them to become a village institution.
Super nice, smaller venue with exquisite food & an excellent show. From burlesque to acrobatics, you'll spend an amazing evening! You will need a ticket to the show which acts as your dinner reservation. They are well worth their price.
A 2-minute walk away from Beaudry metro station on the green line, I recommend going there in public transportation since parking is nearly impossible in this area. They do offer valet parking, which is very nice.
Had such an amazing time! Burlesque & brunch are a match made in heaven, the atmosphere is incredible & the performers blew me away. Food & drinks were delicious! Hope to visit again on my next trip to Montreal!
La soirée « folies d'un soir »: une expérience vraiment unique! Un souper-spectacle incroyable, qui mélange nourriture gastronomique, danse burlesque & contemporaine & acrobaties, avec une touche d'humour. L'ambiance, en plus d'être sexy, est intimiste, car l'endroit n'est pas très grand & n'accueille pas plus que quelques dizaines de personnes. Les artistes sont beaux & bons ; ils ont tous leur petite touche unique, je les ai adorés. ✨ Ma copine m'a offert cette soirée en cadeau, c'était parfait. 💕
Je suis tombé en amour avec cet endroit!
Jean-Francois saura toujours vous recevoir, vous accommoder. Il est délicieux, à l'écoute, patient & passionné par son projet!
Simon au bar est parfait & ses French75 sont délicieux. Juste équilibrés & c'est un plaisir de le retrouver derrière le bar.
Nicolas est à la cuisine & il assure! La carte est délicieuse tant sur les soirées que sur les brunchs.
Définitivement LA place qui manquait dans le village!
Que vous cherchiez un endroit où manger ou juste aller prendre un verre, personnellement, j'adore!!
Location = terrific
Staff / service = terrific
Food = terrific
Entertainment = amazing
Went for the drag brunch, the food was really at another level than I expected. The staff was wonderful, super friendly. The entertainment was so much more than I was expecting. Already planning to go back soon.
