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.
I was that person at the bar asking a million questions about the drinks, & Felix answered every single one with patience & a smile. The service was top-notch, & the food & drinks were absolutely amazing. Highly recommend this place - I'll definitely be back!
Made a reservation to celebrate my daughter's art show on Saturday July 19th. Service was excellent & attentive. The atmosphere was great, & the decor really adds to the experience. The food was well presented & priced accordingly. We really enjoyed the poutine with the rich & spicy gravy.
The only problem was we purchased a glencarin glass & when we got it home we found out it was cracked.
Jul 21, 2025
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Their 2 for 1 promo on the drinks is attractive. The descriptions of the cocktails are very exciting. Went there twice & had 2 cocktails each time. They always seem not well balanced. Not sure if we will visit again.
EDIT: I meant Tuesday night cocktails promo (cocktails at 10$) instead of 2 for 1 promo
Jul 6, 2025
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La musique était super bonne. La dégustation de bière était excellente. L'ambiance était était super vraiment bonne. Nouveau bar préféré à 100% je vais revenir.
This bar is a gem! I usually only visit a place if it has popular reviews from RedNote. But this is the closest bar near my hotel. (I'm from Toronto & visiting a friend here.) So I just walked in to get some food for the night. Nonetheless the food & drinks are absolutely fantastic, probably the best I had during my stay here. I went to this place twice. Every single dish & drink is amazing!
If I visit Montreal again, I will definitely come here another time.
Our server, Tony was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Loved the ambience of live jazz music & fresh oysters from PEI for just a dollor/oyster! 10/10 would recommend! :)
Jun 29, 2025
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Impressive cocktails like any great city, & truly EXCEPTIONAL service from Tony. Walked us through drinks & life in Montreal. Glowing recommendation here!
