Maison Cloakroom is forged on the belief that clothing is an extension and expression of self - that it speaks to our tastes, our values and our ideas. That it says everything without saying anything. That it allows us to define who we are. Blending classic and contemporary, with an emphasis on craftsmanship, The Cloakroom makes tailored and casual clothes that allow men to define who they are.
Cloakroom Bar is described as a tiny, intimate speakeasy with no menu where bartenders tailor each cocktail to taste and mood after a quick chat about preferences; this unique concept, along with skilled mixologists and a welcoming, classy vibe, makes it a standout spot for a date or a bar hop night. The experience can feel exclusive and premium, with a welcome drink and personalized creations that many praise as exceptional, sometimes even among the best in Montreal; wait times and limited seating are common due to the small space, and some note the price is high for the amount of alcohol, while others feel the value comes from customization, craftsmanship and ambiance. A few reports mention occasional service hiccups or lines at peak times, but most reviewers highlight attentive staff and the dramatic, intimate atmosphere that makes the visit worthwhile.
The Cloakroom Bar is genuinely one of the best cocktail experiences I've ever had - & the accolades back it up. Ranked #2 bar in Canada & #31 in North America, this intimate 25-seat gem in Montreal's Golden Square Mile is the real deal.
What makes it truly special is the no-menu approach. You tell the bartender what you're in the mood for - a spirit, a flavour profile, a vibe - & they craft something extraordinary just for you. The collection of rare vintage spirits, including some truly remarkable aged amari & bourbons sourced from European cellars, is unlike anything you'll find elsewhere in the city.
The atmosphere is warm, intimate, & quietly sophisticated - the kind of place where time slows down & every sip feels considered. Beverage director Andrew Whibley & the team are passionate, knowledgeable, & genuinely love what they do.
If you care about cocktails at all, this is a non-negotiable stop in Montreal. One of a kind.
Dès mon arrivée, je me suis sentie observée & jugée. Le serveur & la serveuse nous regardaient constamment, moi & mon amie, d'une façon vraiment inconfortable.
Nous avons simplement pris des photos de nos verres, & à partir de là, ils nous fixaient, chuchotaient & riaient entre eux. C'était très déplacé & non professionnel.
Au lieu de se sentir bien accueillies, on avait l'impression de déranger. Le vibe est mauvais, lourd, & pas du tout chaleureux.
Je viens dans un bar pour me détendre, pas pour me sentir surveillée ou jugée.
We were able to squeeze in on short notice for 2 & overall it was nice but nothing worth waiting super long for. We were sat in the tiny little side room with 1 other pair of people which feels naturally a little awkward given the already small main room but the well curated playlist helped settle the vibe. The whole no menu questionnaire style drink selection concept is cool & all the cocktails taste nice, but ultimately feels like tasting different flavored premade juices that takes some of the fun out of cocktail ordering.
Wanted to check out a local spot for something different. Waited about 20 minutes to get a seat. Waiters/bartenders are professional & bilingual. The vibe is cool, tiny but the tables all face the bar so you're looking at everyone's backs.
Cocktails were fun, though together with tip (18%) it was $85 CAD for one drink each. Definitely not a place to spend the night drinking, but fun for one before heading somewhere else.
Hands down best cocktail bar experience, & we've had quite a few! Very chill vibes with just the right level of musical ambience. Maximilian & Hugo were amazing at listening & delivering. I personally love ordering custom cocktails wherever I go. But Cloakroom went above & beyond anything I expected. We felt warmly welcomed since the minute we entered. Every single person in our party was blown away by every single drink we tasted. They were not only delicious but often elicited strong emotional reactions. We're out-of-towners seeking out North America's best bars, but if I lived in Montréal I honestly think I'd be a regular here! I hope the place never changes coz I'm definitely coming back in future. All the best wishes to the Cloakroom & its cocktail artists.
The cocktails here are objectively great & I understand exactly why this place made the'best bar' lists-the no menu shtick, clean minimalist vibe of the space & cocktails, & polished service lend themselves naturally to those kind of upper crust rankings. The bartenders who discuss your preferences in order to select cocktails are efficient, almost to a fault, to the point that I felt a little boxed in. I appreciate the difficulty of the no menu concept & that you have to distill folks' tastes down into convenient boxes, but'spirit forward gin' doesn't inherently mean Negroni or martini, so I was a little surprised by the rigidity of the drink planning conversation. I can't help but compare it to another small but well known'no menu' bar in town, where my drink-planning conversation was much more organic. Yes, that bartender talked about his own personal favorites & ingredients he was experimenting with & thus placed himself into the conversation more, but it felt much more intimate & personal that way & I've got to say that I preferred that experience to Cloakroom's more sanitized one. That being said, I did end up with 2 delicious drinks at Cloakroom (plus the welcome drink-a really nice touch), but there was nothing else particularly memorable about the experience. The drinks are so balanced (again, objectively great), but there's nothing to make you say'wow'-no surprising moment in the drink, no charming garnish, & those small moments are what make a drink truly memorable in my eyes, & that's missing here. Sometimes I think this is a fault of being a part of the elite list of'the best'-is some bit of character (maybe even some playfulness) lost?
Beautiful speak easy in Montreal. No menu but the bartenders can do vibes. I mean it. Go there, tell them what you're feeling like & you'll get it. Best cocktails I've had in Montreal
LOVED IT !
Perfect speakeasy vibe.
Love the no menu concept where you can just let yourself be guided by the very talented team.
The cocktails both n/a & spirited were sooo good !!!
Jun 25, 2025
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The drinks were fantastic, the atmosphere certainly fit the vibe, & the speakeasy nature was certainly nailed.
However, the drinks were outrageously expensive. There's not a world in which these drinks are worth more than $30 each. Take that in for a second, $30 EACH. I'm sorry, but that's a straight up scam.
Cool place! Really fun to order drinks based on your personal flavour profile. A little pricey but that's expected. Nice vibe & atmosphere inside too! Our group had our own private room
Intimate, oak-paneled speakeasy vibe, located behind a men's clothing shop. Doorman & bartender were professional & friendly. No menus - you give your desired alcohol & flavor profile & they make you a unique drink. I stuck with mezcal, first a fruity & then a savory direction. Both delicious! Best for small groups & quieter convos - you wouldn't want to get rowdy or loud in here, it's too small : )
This place has got to be one of the best bar experiences I've had. My friend & I went for a drink to catch up & we're looking for speak easy vibes. The atmosphere is perfect, giving a great & intimate ambiance. It is menu-less, so they craft each drink to your preferences. I believe each of our drinks were around $20 which was well worth the quality & detail put into each one.
No menu only requests on your preferences. don't worry if you don't drink often, They'll walk you through your preferred tastes & make something for you. Great service, vibes, & drinks.
Beautiful place with the right vibes for a night out & a fancy atmosphere. We felt welcome & were accommodated nicely. I have to say that the cocktails are not as good as expected. It was rather „simple" & did not have a special twist. My friends cocktail was very much ginger-forward & you could not taste more flavors. My drink was good, but quite ‚regular'. As some other reviews say: they make classic cocktails with really just a light spin to it.
We were there a couple of months ago. Neglected to give a review back then. But even a few months later we still talk about how delicious our drinks were. Great vibe & a very unique experience. We tried to go back another night when we were in town, but unfortunately couldn't get in.
