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Foufounes Électriques

Montreal's legendary home of alternative music and underground nightlife remains the city's ultimate punk rock institution.

Downtown
4.3$ & $$
OPEN3 pm - 3 am
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Foufounes Électriques is a dynamic bar known for its energetic atmosphere and vibrant nightlife scene. It offers a unique social hub where patrons can enjoy a selection of refreshing drinks and engage in lively conversations. The establishment is a popular destination for those seeking a casual and fun night out, often featuring music and events that contribute to its buzzing environment. It serves as a central gathering point for friends and locals looking for entertainment and good company in a spirited setting. The bar provides a straightforward and enjoyable experience for its diverse clientele.

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4.3438 ratings
5★
68%
4★
15%
3★
5%
2★
8%
1★
5%

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*as of 2026-08-01
4.3438 ratings
5★
68%
4★
15%
3★
5%
2★
8%
1★
5%
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Les Foufounes Électriques is widely regarded as an essential, legendary institution within Montréal's alternative music scene, celebrated for its authentic underground spirit and high-energy atmosphere. Visitors frequently praise the venue for its diverse lineup of punk, metal, and hard rock performances, its affordable beer prices, and its spacious multi-level layout that includes a popular summer terrace. While the majority of guests appreciate the unique, grit-filled aesthetic and inclusive community vibe that spans generations, experiences with customer service are occasionally inconsistent, with some patrons reporting excellent, professional interactions and others encountering rude or inattentive staff. Despite occasional complaints regarding service speed or security, the venue remains a beloved staple for music fans who value its raw, historical character and its enduring role as a gathering place for the city's alternative subcultures.
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Judith
5.0

Beer was between 6-8$ very affordable

Mar 27, 2026
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Mat
4.0

Nice atmosphere, good music.

Mar 27, 2026
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Hole
5.0

The boys 77 punk rock uk

Mar 26, 2026
on Google
Nick
5.0

Quite possibly the most unique bar I've ever been to. We bought the tickets for Goth Dance Party & everyone was in full character. 10/10 experience.

Mar 25, 2026
on Google
Pauscal
1.0

Les Doorman Labas sont zero amical . prêt a vous sauté au visage au premier instant .

Mar 22, 2026
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Julien
1.0

Refused to serve my friend, bartenders are doing shots in the back & made eye contact multiple times with said friend yet ignored them for about 20 minutes until we got sick of it & left. Definitely not an inclusive space at all which is ironic because this bar is a self proclaimed'alternative bar'. Clearly this title is outdated since the staff seem to have no issue discriminating customers. 0/10 i don't recommend

Mar 7, 2026
on Google
Frederick
1.0

I came here with friends last night & while the atmosphere is pretty decent & the place was lively, the staff was extremely condescending. The bouncer was rude to us & the bartenders ignored my girlfriend for 15 minutes (until she gave up on getting service) despite making eye contact with her several times. When the rest of my group did get service, they were very short with us & generally unpleasant. I don't know if we did something to get this kind of treatment but I highly doubt we were being disruptive. The only thing that comes to mind is the fact that we were all pretty young (19-20 years old) & maybe that kind of crowd is not welcomed here, but we weren't rowdy or anything like that. I'm not one to tone police service workers, especially on a busy night, I can fully understand why things would take longer/the staff would be more stressed, but even with that in mind, it was excessive.

Mar 7, 2026
on Google
Lili
5.0

It was my first time at this bar, I came for the Maggie Lindemann concert & was a bit worried about accommodations since I use crutches. The staff ended up being extremely kind & made sure I was comfortable the whole time I was there. I'll definitely be coming back & I HIGHLY recommend Les foufounes électrique!!

Mar 6, 2026
on Google
Noa
3.0

Its not like it was back in the day.

Mar 3, 2026
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Matthieu
5.0

Incontournable pour les amateurs de musique métal!

Feb 16, 2026
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