Cloakroom Bar fonctionne comme un concept de speakeasy intimiste privilégiant une approche sur mesure de la mixologie. Des barmans experts utilisent un vaste inventaire de spiritueux haut de gamme et de sirops maison pour concevoir des cocktails personnalisés répondant aux préférences spécifiques de chaque client. L'intérieur présente une atmosphère raffinée et tamisée, caractérisée par des sièges confortables et une esthétique sobre qui privilégie le confort acoustique. Les visiteurs interagissent directement avec le personnel pour explorer une carte personnalisée dépourvue de menus imprimés traditionnels. Cet établissement agit principalement comme une destination sophistiquée pour ceux qui recherchent une précision technique dans la préparation des boissons au sein d'un environnement privé. Chaque breuvage constitue une composition unique plutôt qu'une rotation standard de classiques populaires. L'attention demeure fixée sur l'art du cocktail et le maintien d'un espace social calme pour les amateurs de culture de boissons artisanales.
Cloakroom Bar est largement reconnu comme l'un des meilleurs speakeasies de Montréal, célèbre pour son atmosphère intime et son concept unique sans menu, où des barmans talentueux créent des cocktails sur mesure selon les préférences de chaque client. Si la plupart des visiteurs louent le service personnalisé, la qualité des ingrédients et l'ambiance sophistiquée qui en font un lieu idéal pour les rendez-vous ou les petits groupes, d'autres soulignent que l'espace est très restreint, entraînant souvent des temps d'attente et une certaine promiscuité. Les avis sur le rapport qualité-prix sont partagés, certains clients estimant que les tarifs élevés sont justifiés par l'expérience haut de gamme et l'exclusivité, tandis que d'autres considèrent que le coût ne correspond pas toujours à la simplicité de la présentation ou à certaines irrégularités dans le service. Dans l'ensemble, l'établissement demeure une destination hautement recommandée pour ceux en quête d'une expérience cocktail immersive et créative.
Speakeasy setup, tight space inside. Around 25 seats, no menu, entrance through an unmarked door next to a men's suit shop. The best part for me was that the cocktails are built on pre-Prohibition drinks with seriously high-quality essences.
I got here around 4pm on a Sunday, right before opening, & there were already five groups ahead of me. Still managed to snag the last bar seat, a corner spot with almost no room for my legs. Had to turn sideways out of necessity & you end up with a full view of the bar, which I didn't mind.
I'm usually not a huge fan of pre-Prohibition drinks. Two & I'm typically tapping out before I lose all memory of ever visiting the place. But here everything was customizable from aromatics, base to alcohol ratio. My first was an amaro base with a floral essence. It smelled like a standard citrusy amaro cocktail, but both the sweetness & the acid were pulled back. Went down so easy. Then a floral one, lavender & rose. Low-key almost a perfect lemonade.
Then their riff on a La Louisiane. Still medicinal, but spicy, with a bit of cookie dough essence running through it. Funky on the first sniff, then it settled into all these'unpleasant' bitter, spicy, funky notes. My bartender compared it to Vietnamese pho broth, & honestly, that faint aftertaste was there.
For the last one, the bartender suggested a reverse cocktail (liquor ratios flipped). By that point I couldn't focus on the details, but it was essentially a tonic with white vermouth & house-made amaro.
Unless you already know pre-Prohibition drinks well, it can be tricky to get exactly what you want. But for a fun night & a few good surprises, it's absolutely worth it.
My wife & I came by for the custom craft of the bar, & our waiter Marcello was incredibly welcoming & knowledgeable to guide us in our cocktail selections. Highly recommend spot if you're a visitor or local
The drinks were absolutely subpar. For a place that customises your drinks based on your preferences, they truly missed every single time. I am not sure how this place is ranked number one when I have been to bars which are far better & rank way lower. Overall, do not recommend.
While the concept of tailoring drinks to a guest's taste is interesting, the execution fell short. The cocktail we were served lacked balance, & the beer (a bottled Miller) was oddly served in a champagne glass. When we asked for a different, specific drink to replace the one we didn't enjoy, the staff's attitude became incredibly indifferent. There was no apology or attempt to make us feel welcome, & we felt ignored for the rest of our visit. Though the prices were fair, the customer service was highly disappointing.
Visited solo for the experience & was absolutely blown away by the 5-star service! From the moment you walk in, the welcoming hospitality is top-notch. They have a separate, very classy room for jackets & give you a numbered card for your seating-a really cool, premium touch. There is no set menu; instead, the staff asks what flavors you prefer & custom-crafts a drink just for you. They have fantastic non-alcoholic options as well which i took! It's an intimate, small space but offers a truly impressive, world-class experience! It is expensive though! Expect a 30 something dollar for drink.
Such a cool spot! When visiting Montreal I visited Cloakroom Bar & would definitely go again whenever I'm in the city. An intimate, beautiful space & warm, friendly service from everyone we encountered.
No menu as they will customize a drink based on your preferences, & every drink our group ordered was incredible! Beautifully crafted, delicious & I love how they make many ingredients in house. Can't wait to visit again!
Nice & cozy atmosphere. The mixologists know what they are doing. They will ask you a few questions & create a customized drink based on what you answer. Great place for a date. A bit pricey but worth it.
