Bernie's Pizza Martini Bar serves thin-crust artisan pizzas crafted with hand-stretched dough and locally sourced toppings. The menu focuses on elevated comfort food, pairing signature pies with a sophisticated selection of classic and contemporary martini cocktails. Guests encounter an industrial-chic atmosphere defined by exposed brick and warm ambient lighting. The kitchen emphasizes high-heat stone baking to achieve a perfectly charred crust on every specialty pizza variety offered. Beyond the oven, the bar program features artisanal spirits and house-made mixers designed to complement the savory profiles of the food. This establishment operates as a refined hybrid space, balancing the casual nature of a traditional pizzeria with the polished aesthetic of an upscale cocktail lounge to create a distinct social experience for all patrons.
Bernie's Pizza Martini Bar is widely regarded as a vibrant and trendy destination in the West Island, known for its lively atmosphere, stylish decor, and extensive selection of martinis. Many patrons praise the menu for its delicious, thin-crust pizzas, fresh salads, and popular appetizers like the meatballs and burrata dip. While numerous visitors highlight the impeccable, friendly, and attentive service, the restaurant is consistently described as being very cramped, with tables placed closely together, which can lead to high noise levels and a lack of privacy. Although the vast majority of guests have a wonderful experience, some feedback notes inconsistencies in food quality, such as burnt crusts or overly salty sauces, and occasional frustrations regarding reservation availability and unexpected pricing surcharges.
Food: The Signature Ceasar was delicious & Bernies Beef Sliders were juicy & flavourful. The fries gave off serious McDonald's vibes (in a good way!) But the real MVP was the Cheesy Garlic Rolls. Absolutely to die for! We were too full so we didn't get to try the pizza.
Atmosphere: The decor was super cozy. However, the space was extremely cramped. Tables were so close together it felt like I was sharing dinner with the next party. The music was too loud, making conversation a bit of a challenge. On top of that, I felt a bit rushed, which detracted from what could have been a more relaxing dining experience.
We had high hopes for Bernie's, & while the experience was decent overall, a few things held it back.
It was raining when we arrived & we had reserved a table on the terrace. Unfortunately, the host didn't make much of an effort to accommodate us inside & initially tried to seat us outdoors despite the weather, which left a bad first impression.
That said, the decor is great - cozy, stylish, & very welcoming. The ambiance was definitely a strong point.
The food was hit or miss. The sliders were quite tasty, but the pizza was on the dry side. For dessert, the chocolate cake was clearly store-bought - I've seen & tasted the exact same one at Costco. Overall, the menu could use more variety & freshness.
What really stood out, though, was our bartender/server. He was incredibly attentive & made sure we were well taken care of throughout the evening.
A nice spot with potential, but a few key things need improvement to make it truly memorable.
Gluten free be forewarned: box does not indicate size of pizza.
After ordering a gluten free Hot Pep pizza & a Cesar salad for pickup, we were impressed by the size of the box upon receiving it.
Once we arrived home & opened the box we were surprised & disappointed to say the least. I understand that gluten free crust is normally smaller due to it being harder to make & needs to be frozen, but the misleading box size left a sour taste in our mouths… pun intended.
Charging extra for gluten free is also standard across restaurants but I can't help but feel overcharged a bit when the pizza was close to $45 for what it was. Especially since you're saving a substantial amount of produce just from how small it is.
If we are to put that behind us & focus solely on flavour, it was good, but nothing to write home about. The sauce was nice, on the sweeter side, & the cheese was normal. The pepperoni were not cooked through enough to where they made the'cup'. The peperoncino & hot honey were very sparse for a Hot Pep pizza.
It was not bad by any means, we were just hoping for more.
The Cesar salad was lacklustre, completely average iceberg lettuce & dressing. Nothing special about it to make it their own. Once again, fine but nothing to write home about.
One extreme positive was the service & atmosphere, I don't want this review to sound like a bash, we just had an underwhelming experience regarding the food. It doesn't mean the place is bad.
The hostess & owner (Bernie's son) are very nice & bring a positive energy to the place, & the design of the restaurant is very inviting & lovely. I would strongly recommend it to dine in!
To conclude, I would say give it a go, but don't expect to be blown away with the order we got. Maybe if I got a non gluten free pizza it would be life changing!
Jun 22, 2025
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Trendy style & atmosphere. The service was great! Our waiter, Sam was awesome! The drinks were delicious. The pizzas were good, nice thin crust, & gooey cheese. The meatballs were not the typical Italian style. If you like nutmeg, it will be right up your alley.
ordered the all dress pizza & chocolate cake for takeout. I thought the pizza was well priced & easily feeds 3 people. Unfortunately, it was quite salty & a bit overcooked. I would try maybe a Margherita pizza next time. the chocolate layer cake was good but nothing to die for & a bit pricy for its size. $12.
West Island Gem! Sat at the bar with a friend & had an amazing time. The ambiance was warm & inviting, with a vibe that made it easy to relax & enjoy the evening. The cheesy bread was unreal. Best Caesar salad I've ever had. Will definitely be back 🙌🏼
