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Else's

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$
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Else's Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
Pub FoodGreat selection of beersMicrobrewery / Craft BeerPub

About

Else's serves as a quintessential neighborhood pub providing a straightforward selection of hearty comfort food and well-poured beverages. The kitchen focuses on approachable menu items designed to pair seamlessly with a diverse array of craft beers and spirits. Patrons find a relaxed atmosphere defined by wooden furnishings and a social layout that facilitates casual conversation among small groups. The menu highlights classic pub staples prepared with consistency to ensure reliability for every visitor seeking a substantial meal. Decorative elements contribute to the grounded aesthetic, creating an environment that feels familiar and unpretentious for those congregating in the space. Quality remains the central objective, maintaining a standard that supports the establishment's reputation as a dependable local fixture for those prioritizing flavor and character over excessive formality in their choice of venue.

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Reviews for Else's

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on Google4.6 (1200+)
*as of 2026-06-01
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Review Summary

Else's is described across reviews as a warm, welcoming and eclectic spot with a lively pub vibe, where a diverse menu and house drinks meet friendly, attentive service; the atmosphere is casual and social, great for meetups with friends, a relaxed work session, or a cozy date, and the food ranges from butter chicken and dumplings to mac and cheese, shrimp tacos, mini burgers, and pork tacos; portions and prices are generally reasonable and many guests say they would return to try more, while the space can get busy and loud at peak times but the energy and decor create a distinctive, comforting experience that keeps people coming back.
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J'adore le resto/bar! L'ambiance la bouffe & le staff, très beau spot!

May 8, 2024
on Google

Great dive bar place realy cool atmosphere

Feb 5, 2024
on Google

They say it themselves on their menu- this is not a restaurant, but a bar that started to serve food so as to stop getting fined/be able to stay open. Their drinks are fine (though options are limited), the bar itself is great, but the food is terrible. Service could definitely be improved as well.

Jan 29, 2024
on Google

Plateau's hidden gem & a true local favorite of a bar. A very special vibe & unique interior. It has all the drinks & nice food options on the menu. Just sit back, relax, & watch life goes by.

Dec 21, 2023
on Google

Lovely bar, amazing atmosphere to be with friends but could also be a fun date spot. Service was great! My friend & I were given free shots when asked if we would consider moving to another table to make room for a larger group. 10/10, recommend :)

Dec 17, 2023
on Google

A quaint cozy bar with lots of personality! After being a few times now, the best part of Else's is the ambiance. Though they have a food menu, it mostly is a place to grab drinks & their hot ciders are notably delicious. Expect to wait up to 20 minutes for a table most nights, I've never not seen it packed & people like to linger late. The prices for drinks are reasonable but not the cheapest for food. Their cheesecake is creamy & soft making a solid dessert choice. Accessibility wise there is a step at the double doors, & it's quite close quarters between tables & the bar seating. I would recommend in the area if you are looking for a quintessential plateau bar experience.

Oct 31, 2023
on Google

Her life story is inspiring. You can sit with your pint & read about it on the back of the menu & feel the weight of a life, the gravity of a single person making their way through the world, making their own decisions, travelling across the planet, touching countless other lives, & founding a resto bar filled with a bunch of little gremlin figurines.

Sep 28, 2023
on Google

Very cute bar on the plateau, clearly a place peoples go for first dates, it was super crowded & the place is kinda small so you can be really stuck. As for the food it was ok nothing special & I ain’t a fan of resto/bar making food from so many different places instead of focusing on making one type of food right & excellent. Personally they tried to mixed different cuisine together & for me the quesadilla with the Portuguese sausage wasn’t really going together since the Portuguese sausage is really over powering the taste of the whole meal. The salad was missing dressing for sure. The shrimp taco were good tho. The service was super slow & not so good my water glass was always empty & I was the only one at my table not drinking alcool…the waitress also asked us if we wanted spicy sauce which we did but by the time she came back we ended up starting to eat since it was super long before she came back & everybody like to eat while it’s hot, we almost finish our plates by the time we had the sauce. But overall it’s a cute place, to eat maybe not the place but clearly it’s a bar first, I believe when you just go with a friend for a drink it’s a good place.

Sep 12, 2023
on Google
Foodie
3 Reviews
4.5

Tres bon bar de quartier,

nourriture très agréable,
service impeccable.

Calme à midi & dés le soir vivant avec parfois une ligne dans la rue.

Parfait pour les 5 à 7, & les rendez vous d affaires le midi.

Je recommande.

May 8, 2014