Burgundy Lion is not a traditional pub by Montreal or UK standards. We provide a higher quality product in food, drink, service, and ambiance than other established pubs. Burgundy Lion is armed with an impressive selection of traditional whiskeys and beers, as well as a modern cocktail and wine list.
Across reviews, Burgundy Lion is described as a warm, authentic British pub in Montreal with a lively ambiance, friendly and attentive staff, and a strong whiskey and beer selection, along with crowd pleasing staples like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and generous portions. The venue shines for sports nights, trivia, private events, and afternoon tea, drawing regulars who value a welcoming vibe and good value, though some experiences note occasional noise, crowded spaces, and uneven execution in dishes such as soggy fries, mediocre poutine, or cold dining areas. All in all the reviews portray a beloved local institution where quality drinks, solid pub fare, and a friendly community feel exist alongside occasional service delays and menu inconsistencies.
Nourriture extra, service super sympathique, ambiance de pub parfaite. Même si on n'avait pas de réservation, il n'y a pas eu d'attente pour avoir une table & le service a été extrêmement rapide.
Le menu réserve même de belles surprises !
Un superbe endroit à découvrir. & si vous hésitez au moment de prendre le dessert, laissez-vous tenter.
Un gros merci pour l'expérience & l'accueil. C'est sûr que j'y retourne dès que je repasse par Montréal.
This pub is a hidden gem! THe food was fantastic! My husband & son truly enjoyed the bangers & mash! My husband said it was the second best hes had, & Gordon Ramsay was his number 1! The staff are so nice & attentive & personal! This place was BOOMING on a Tuesday night at 8pm! That should say a lot about this pub! We will for sure be back! As an added bonus, they did not have shellfish which made us feel safe with a severe allergy :D
Apr 11, 2026
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Excellente expérience de A-z 🤩 Arrivé sur le tard 1h15 avant le spectacle a côté j'étais certain de manquer le début a 19h & malgré tout 1h plutard on avait mangé des Excellente gnooci au boeuf braiser avec un service exceptionnel. On voit clairement un super organisation & c'est beau & bon a voir 😁 5/5 👏👏👏
Awesome service from a gentleman behind the bar. He was tall, bald, & had the best customer service, attitude, & smile I've seen in a long time, & the burgers were bad too!
Unpretentious, unrushed, friendly service whether you're looking for brunch, a boozy afternoon while networking or planning your next vacation... &, they will greet you with a bonjour, hello, or hola without prejudice. 😉
The service & atmosphere were really nice, & they offer an impressive selection of over 100 different whiskies along with some fabulous cocktails.
Unfortunately, the beer selection was limited & food were very very mediocre. We ordered the entrée mix platter, fries (which were soggy), & the sticky toffee pudding & all of them were disappointing.
Mar 26, 2026
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Normalement, je n'aime pas les pubs & les clubs (les endroits bruyants en général), mais notre groupe était installé à l'écart. J'ai pu profiter de leur compagnie & de l'ambiance très agréable des lieux!
I'm a huge fan of the'bartender network.' After a drink elsewhere, we showed them our path back to'home' & they said... Try the Burgandy Lion. If I was here for more days I would come back just for the scotch & whiskey collection.
The staff have been amazingly snarky, sweet & fun. Honestly I feel like I found my people for at least a moment.
The Quebec, Cirka old fashion was great & I really wish I had a big enough liver to do 20 more with all the different options.
Fantastic experience at Burgundy Lion! The fish & chips were absolutely spot on crispy batter, flaky fish, & perfect chips. What really made the visit stand out, though, was our waitress. She was super fast, incredibly friendly, & didn't miss a beat. Easily one of the best English pub experiences I've had in a while. Highly recommended!!
