Bootlegger Cocktail Bar & Cuisine serves an extensive array of inventive, spirit-forward libations paired with a robust menu focused on elevated pub classics and hearty comfort food staples. The culinary program prioritizes fresh, market-sourced ingredients to craft approachable dishes that emphasize bold flavors and traditional techniques. Guests encounter a refined, dimly lit setting characterized by vintage wood aesthetics and a focus on mixology precision. The menu features reliable tavern favorites such as seasoned burgers, crispy finger foods, and savory shareable plates designed to complement the complex profiles of the bar selection. This establishment maintains a dedicated commitment to high-quality ingredients and consistent preparation across every serving. The environment fosters a focused experience where premium cocktail craft intersects with substantial, satisfying culinary offerings for a cohesive and structured social atmosphere.
Bootlegger Cocktail Bar & Cuisine is widely regarded as a standout destination in Montreal, celebrated for its immersive speakeasy atmosphere, sophisticated vintage decor, and exceptional live jazz performances. Guests frequently praise the extensive and expertly curated selection of whiskies and creative, well-balanced craft cocktails, often highlighting the staff's professionalism, deep product knowledge, and welcoming demeanor as central to their positive experience. While the majority of visitors rave about the high-quality food, particularly the Angus burger and fresh oysters, experiences can occasionally vary regarding service speed or food consistency during busier periods. Overall, it is highly recommended as a perfect venue for date nights, post-work gatherings, or anyone looking to enjoy a memorable evening in a warm and stylish environment.
The charcuterie board was good but a bit underwhelming for 30$ in my opinion. Cocktails were well made. I had the smoked lisa & the presentation with the hickory smoked at the table was great. The place was unfortunately under staffed for Thursday night ahead of a long weekend. It took a solid 30 minutes to receive our poutine. We ordered the bootlegger poutine & it was quite disappointing: big wedge of potatoes feeling dry & overwhelming sauce. There was no sign of cider & maple flavor & I failed to find the wine reduction. I would not recommend it
The nachos we ordered is decent. The waiter seemed to work too hard, we felt pushed to purchase drinks. My suggestion is maybe observe your clients, sometimes if they are 100% into the conversation, no need to come in & say "is everything ok?" cuz clearly things are ok, we were enjoying the date, the conversation etc.
Excellente équipe, cocktails déliecieux & bien dosés. Ils ont aussi un très grand choix de whisky. Vraiment très belle experience. Je n'ai pas mangé donc je n'ai pas d'avis sur la nourriture. À améliorer : la musique est un peu trop forte à partir de 23h, on a du mal à s'entendre.
Fantastic experience! The setting is inviting & cool. The drinks are beautiful & delicious. Our server, Antoine was attentive & impressively knowledgable about all things cocktail. I highly recommend for a fabulous night out!
Came here on a date & was served by Antoine. Service was amazing, cocktail menu is varied & has something for everyone. Every cocktail we had was incredible & distinct. There is real talent behind the bar. Food was incredible as well, Oysters were fresh & the Brie panini as well as the tartare duo were incredible. It's also fun to have an open kitchen to see what's going on both with the drinks & the food. Incredible spot & I will certainly be back. Thanks to Christ, Antoine & the rest of the gang!
la place a extrêmement du potentiel: le decor est incroyable, c'est super original & intime. Le premier drink que j'ai commandé, vraiment excellent autant au gout que esthétiquement; voir la photo (le prix est bien juste sur la promo du mardi par contre, sinon c'est vraiment abusé 20$) Les gens du staff sont aussi polis & sweet. Par contre malheureusement il n'y a definitivement pas assez de serveur/barman pour l'achalandage. Quoi que j'ai remarqué le peu d'employés de mes yeux, le serveur a pas du tout communiquer avec moi sur le fait qu'il serait bourré, seul dans une grande section ou quoi que ce soit... aucune excuse sur le delai quand ca lui a pris 50 minutes remarquer que mon verre etait vide! (a ce moment, je ne faisais que boire & j'étais au bar quand meme, c'est comme le but, de boire quand t'es assis la.) Ca c'etait vraiment un record. Ca m'est jamais arrivé... Je suis moi meme serveuse donc pour que je me plaigne du service... faut que ce soit intense. Ca aurait pu passer s'il m'avait demandé une fois si c'était a mon gout a une des 4 choses que j'ai pris mais pas du tout. 0. Aussi, les « frites » sont traumatisantes. Serieux, c'est pas des frites, c'est une patates coupées en 4 laissé en gros morceau (jamais vu ca...) & mis au four, 0 croustillantes. Pas de mayo normale donc je me fait charger la piquante! 8$! pour genre 8 morceaux... Ayoye... j'ai des mixed feelings pour cet endroit. Overall, un peu trop cher & des aspects du service qui ne passent pas du tout. Au gerant: you can do better avec ce genre d'endroit & d'ambiance.
