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.
Reviews describe Burgundy Lion as a Montreal staple that blends a cozy British pub vibe with a lively local scene, offering solid traditional dishes such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, and a perfect Scotch egg, along with a strong whisky and beer selection and attentive service. Diners praise the warm atmosphere, comfy spaces for watching games or gathering for private events, and memorable experiences like afternoon tea, while noting occasional drawbacks such as noise during busy times, slow service, and some dishes that miss the mark. The venue is frequently described as great for groups, trivia nights, and celebrations, with generous portions and good value though some meals can be pricey. The drinks program is highlighted, from whiskies to cocktails and local brews, and the sense of community makes it feel like a welcoming gathering place. Overall Burgundy Lion is seen as a go to for fans of traditional British fare, strong drinks, and a vibrant, social pub atmosphere that keeps drawing locals and visitors back for sports, meals and events.
When I visited Burgundy Lion 2 years ago, I came out of there very happy & satisfied. Not so much this time, a week ago. The food was just ok. I ordered the Fish'n Chip, ans in my plate there was not a french fry longer than 1 inch. In other words, the fries were only small bits of very dark fries. Very disappointing. Then for dessert, I was looking forward to have their famous Sticky pudding. The portion was the size of a deck of cards, there was no syrup around it, very dry, & the $3 scoop of ice cream I ordered with it was the size of a golf ball, & I'm generous. Again, very disappointing. This was my last time at Burgundy Lion, & I don't think I will recommend it to my friends & collegues.
Une belle découverte pour nous! Nous avions réservé pour deux avant notre show au théâtre Beanfield, la porte d'à coté. Emplacement idéal, le fish & chip était parfait 👌🏾 les cocktails, leur bière, l'ambiance, nous avons tout apprécié! Nous serons de retour c'est certain. Merci!
We had the poutine, fish & chips, & steak frites. The poutine was fine, the fish was reportedly above average. The steak was absolutely tasteless. I can't believe I paid $40 for it.
The local watering hole! Great pub, fun atmosphere & consistent pub food! You can't go wrong with their fish & chips! Chill wait staff that make any visit a good time!
Dropped in for lunch yesterday with a colleague. Food (fish & chips) was on point; the best I've had in Montreal. Service was friendly & non-intrusive. Great atmosphere!
Jun 28, 2024
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Je vais toujours ici pour écouter les game de Premier League ou la finale de la Champion's League. L'ambiance est vraiment bonne. La bouffe est ok, je recommande de prendre une valeur sûre comme le fish n chip. Nice spot 👍
Been here many times & have enjoyed their food, the British pub like atmosphere, the service & authentic food offerings. Fish & chips a must. Their chips/french fries are top notch. Their hamburger was top notch & worth the money as it was all quality. Their onion soup was surprisingly authentically delicious with plenty of cheese. Their Mac & cheese - let's just say it's worth the calories. Caesar salad. Plentiful & delicious with the right amount of dressing & real anchovies. This is something you wish to note that the anchovies are not mixed into the dressing but placed atop the salad. Order accordingly is you don't prefer this. It's not a cosy place so don't expect this it's a pub & it has a lot of energy, music, a large bar area & the noise level can be challenging to hear yourself speak or others for that matter especially if there are any events going on as was when we went. It was so loud we asked to be seated way in the back next to the washroom so we could hear each other speak lol. Anyway, I won't list all the foods as you can see it on their website but do know that the food quality is consistently good & portions are also good. They are not doing a money grab here they provide good value for the money & true food is yummy.
It used to be good, but it has changed. Food is mediocre. I had fish & chips, & It tasted like It just got out of a frozen box & mixed in a batter that was sitting there for a full day (not fresh). The chips(fries) were cold & oily-soggy. My partner has the steak pie, & there was more sauce & non meat, for the price we expected better. If you sit near the kitchen & washroom area, It has a sewage-moldy smell... Very odd. Or could that be the ventilation system? Not too pleasant. There's not much to say about the service. They were doing their jobs, that's all. Lack of smile, It almost felt that some didn't want to be there or just tired. The atmosphere of the pub is fun, that's the only good part of it. I do not think to return for a while.
May 12, 2024
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Food was very good, wouldn't say excellent. We've had the shepherd's pie & fish&chips multiple times. The shepherd's pie was missing salt & the fish was greasy (seems as if the oil wasn't hot enough when cooking), french fries were amazing. Service was excellent! The negative side.... Music was way too loud, as a matter of fact , the apple watch said that it was at 90 decibels & we would go deaf in 30 minutes. I'm not sure if that's their tactic to get people out after eating... it certainly worked for us.
Good British posh pub vibes ! it serves the classic pub comforting food but expensive I tried the bangers & mash with gravy It was tasteful & filling The fish&chips was good, crispy batter & chips. The sticky toffee pudding was a large warm & sweet cake, wish I had a bigger piece of ice cream on top to go with it. Great choice of draft beer too
I've been here so many times & every time it's great. On my last visit, I emailed & asked if they could show a football game, it wasn't a premier league game, so it wasn't clear if it would be shown, but we decided to go anyway. It turned out it was available, but there was also a main game (liverpool vs man u) so I did't really expect to see the might Peterborough United in the Bristol Street Motors final... HOWEVER... when we arrived, we were told that we had an area at the back, so we pretty much had a private showing... ordered food (scotch eggs... so good. Fish & Chips... so good) & my team won. Staff are always amazing. Service is always great. love this place.
Apr 8, 2024
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I recently visited the Burgundy Lyon pub in Montreal & had a mixed experience. -The French onion soup was unusual, with a tomato base & cheddar cheese, which was an unexpected twist on a classic. -However, the service was good, & the staff were friendly & attentive. -The atmosphere of the place is also quite enjoyable. /On the downside, the fish & chips were disappointing as the fish came unsalted, which affected the overall flavor & the batter was quite thick. Overall, it was an okay visit, but there's room for improvement in the food department.
Last night, my friends & I were greeted with amazing staff. The service & food was phenomenal. We had the fish & chips which I highly recommend. Overall great experience
Probably my favourite pub in MTL. The food is very good (relative to pubs) - I've had their Shepherd's Pie, Burger, Fish & Chips, & Tikka Masala. So far, my favourite is the Fish & Chips. The Tikka Masala was average, the burger is quite good although inconsistent, & the Shepherd's Pie was tasty. I love their Murphy's Irish stout. It always tastes great & they're generally poured well. One small critique would be bubbles in the head. Otherwise a great pint. I recommend this place to anybody who loves a pub with good food, beer, ambiance, & old-style decore. It doesn't disappoint.
We went there with a group, the service was pretty good. The drinks were average, but I guess this is the kind of place where people drink beer. The fish & chips was good. The salmon wellington was also good with the mushrooms & the sauce, it was perfect for that dish.
