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.
L'ambiance est remarquable, avec un véritable style speakeasy & une touche vintage élégante qui crée une atmosphère chaleureuse & intime dès l'entrée. On ressent immédiatement le souci du détail & le caractère unique du lieu.
Les huîtres étaient fraîches & parfaitement présentées sur glace, accompagnées de citron & de sauces. Une exécution simple mais maîtrisée, idéale pour les amateurs de fruits de mer.
La carte de cocktails est impressionnante, avec des créations raffinées & une excellente sélection de whiskys. Le niveau de mixologie est clairement au rendez-vous.
Le service est professionnel & attentionné, & l'ambiance générale donne envie de prolonger la soirée. Que ce soit pour un rendez-vous, une sortie entre amis ou simplement pour se détendre, c'est un endroit que je recommande fortement.
Great time at happy hours (5-7pm) on Sunday. Much quieter than usual, staff is also more available, & the 1$ oyster deal is soooooo worth it. I'll def come back at that time!
It was truly an amazing experience. We were just walking by, not knowing what to expect, & we ended up walking up a bookshelf-themed spiral staircase, then through curtains, into this immersive speakeasy. Despite not having a reservation, they were able to take us in. Live music was playing (I will say, it was a little loud), but the waiter still was extremely attentive & actually lowered himself so he could be able to talk to us & hear us. I was unsure of what to have, but he was very patient & said something along the lines of he will help me find my happiness or something like that. It felt like he really cared for me to have something I would like. The others in my party said they had the best old fashions they had ever had, & the food was amazing! Instead of fries, they were actual potatoes. They catered to my allergy - even excluding that ingredient from the spinach salad for me, it was still amazing - & that was just the sides! I do wish they had more chicken/vegetarian items but that seemed more across the board for all of montreal, but i still enjoyed what i had. We would 100% go back next time we are there!
Cela fait 1h10 qu'on est assis & on attend toujours notre serveur. On doit se rendre au bar pour demander à boire. Le thème prohibition devrait rester un thème & ne pas être appliqué aux tables.
C'est la 2e fois que nous venons passer la soirée au Bootlegger, nous sommes toujours ravis de notre expérience avec le concert de Jazz & la superbe ambiance !
The drinks were beautifully presented & the ambiance was truly lovely. However, I ordered a dirty martini &, unfortunately, it was quite disappointing. The gin had an unexpectedly harsh, almost cinnamon-like flavor that overpowered the cocktail, making it undrinkable for my taste. To add to the surprise, I was charged an additional $6 for the olive brine - which felt excessive.
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Les cocktails étaient magnifiquement présentés & l'ambiance était vraiment agréable. Cependant, j'ai commandé un dirty martini &, malheureusement, j'ai été déçue. Le gin avait une saveur étonnamment forte, presque cannélée, qui dominait complètement le cocktail & le rendait difficile à boire à mon goût. De plus, on m'a facturé 6 $ supplémentaires pour la saumure d'olive - ce qui m'a semblé excessif.
Everything was perfect. From the helpful, attentive, patient staff, to the incredible, speakeasy-like atmosphere, to the live jazz band, to one of the best old-fashions I've had in my life. The burger was cooked to perfection, the spinach salad was seasoned & garnished BEAUTIFULLY, the fries were more like seasoned potato wedges. Easy to miss on the street, but an absolute home-run of an establishment that is not to be missed on a trip to the city. Upscale, expensive, but what you get is easily worth the price. Love that it's hard to find because it feels like secret knowledge for such an immaculate place. Even the walk up the stairs was neat.
Really nice vibes, great cocktails, & phenomenal food especially as a vegetarian the Ratatouille was phenomenal! Went on a Thursday with live music & it really was a wonderful experience
