Bootlegger Cocktail Bar & Cuisine is described as a cozy, vintage speakeasy with warm lighting, tasteful decor, and live jazz that makes for a standout atmosphere; reviews praise creative, well balanced cocktails made with fresh ingredients, a strong whiskey selection, and an oyster focus that many find excellent, especially during happy hour; food earns praise for some dishes and vegetarian options, while a few entries note variability in quality and portion size and occasional kitchen misfires; the staff are repeatedly cited as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with many guests appreciating personalized recommendations, though some experiences mention slow or uneven service and wait times or noise that can be a drawback for a quiet date; overall the venue is seen as a special spot for drinks, oysters, and live music, offering a memorable vibe and top tier cocktails that keep guests returning, while noting that prices can be high and consistency sometimes wavers.
Nous avons beaucoup aimé notre première expérience au Bootleger. & ce n'est pas la dernière. L'accueil était très bien. Notre serveuse, Shona, était excélente Elle nous a donné de très bonnes suggestions, particulièrement pour les cocktails. Elle a été d'une grande aide aussi pour faire des choix sans gluten. Le tartare était bon, sans plus mais j'ai bien aimé les huîtres & leurs mignonettes. Le spectacle jazz & l'atmosphère étaient très bien, particulièrement pour un dimanche soir.
May 26, 2025
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As out of town travelers we stumbled upon this place while just looking for a place to duck into for a drink. WOW! Were we surprised & impressed. The drinks were sophisticated & the atmosphere welcoming & embracing. Felix, our bartender (mixologist?), was engaging, informative, & enjoyable if not intriguing to watch. Definitely a must go-to for those wanting to experience a beverage & not just grab a drink. Five stars for sure!
May 12, 2025
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The cocktails were out of this world. The burger with bacon & pulled pork & crispy potatoes were perfection on a plate & our waitress was a sweet as she was attentive. The place itself is like going back in time to a 1920s speakeasy, very cool & intimate. All & all I would say if you come to Montreal & skip this gem you're crazy. 10 out of 10
Tony our server was absolutely splendid accomodating , the oysters are super fresh & exactly what we love . Host is wonderful, the place is fantastic overall highly recommend
My boyfriend & I had the most incredible time visiting Bootlegger this past Sunday. We didn't have a reservation but the host was accommodating in finding a table for us. They had live jazz going on which set a truly lively & fun atmosphere. The decorations & lighting were truly tasteful. My boyfriend & I were both impressed by our drinks which were very thoughtfully made! A lot of places don't put much care into their non-alcoholic cocktails but I felt that Bootlegger was a real exception. & to top it off, our server Tyler was so accommodating & wonderful.
We'd highly recommend Bootlegger for an amazing time with amazing drinks! We didn't get to try much of the food this time, but given how much thought they've put into every aspect of this bar, I imagine that'd be spectacular as well.
The food the cocktails & the ambiance was amazing & the service the best we had Felix today night he was amazing & the cocktails were amazing definitely coming back
