Grumpys Bar

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5.0

Overall Impression:

A true Montréal institution… unpretentious, welcoming, & rooted in community.

What I liked:

My wife & I both love Grumpy's. From the moment we walked down the stairs into this basement pub, we felt comfortable & at home.

The atmosphere & staff create a genuinely warm & welcoming environment. It's easy to see why this place is so steeped in history & such a part of Montréal's fabric.

It's not fancy, & that's exactly the point. It's comfortable, unpretentious, the drinks are good, & the people are even better.

Grumpy's is more than just a place to grab a drink, it's a community. I can show up on my own & end up leaving having met new people, which says a lot about the kind of place it is.

Atmosphere & vibe:

Cozy, lived-in, & authentic. There's a timeless feel to it… like stepping into a space that hasn't tried to change with trends, & is better for it.

It's also deeply connected to Montréal's local music scene, with regular nights dedicated to bluegrass, open mics, & visiting artists. They even host open stand-up nights for those brave enough to take the stage.

Who this is good for:

Anyone looking for a laid-back, authentic bar experience. Whether you're local or visiting, & whether you speak French, English, or anything else, you'll feel welcome here.

Closing:

A place we keep coming back to… simple, genuine, & full of character.

Mar 26, 2026

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Dinith

5.0

Wednesday Open Mic Night is a sweet vibe! Unique bar indeed.

Mar 25, 2026

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Sage

1.0

Not a good environment whatsoever. The bartender ignored me & my friends alll night. But more importantly the open mic night was incredibly sexist & only allowed men on stage. When we complained & asked when our friend would be up next, the guy in charge caressed her arm & told her that she'll be called when she's called & that the order of the sign up list didn't matter. When we began to grab our stuff & go the man called her name but we were already upset & leaving so we told him she wouldn't be going up. The man then proceeded to blame her for not performing & was saying negative things about her over the microphone. Anywho I'd only go if I were a man & didn't care about how women were treated.

Feb 27, 2026

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Vera

5.0

Love this bar, people are friendly, beer is fresh & served perfectly. Everytime we can go have a pint. It's such a cool place

Feb 3, 2026

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Tommy

3.0

Bartender looked grumpy

Nov 12, 2025

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Michael

4.0

Suitably divey & fun ba

Oct 28, 2025

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Derrek

4.0

Have to know the vibe in advance or enjoy that type of bar scene. Not for everyone, but it's served by friendly staff & most regulars are the same.
It's a Montreal downtown staple bar for locals. Definitely not the same vibe as the tourist spots a block over.

Jul 30, 2025

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Claire

5.0

Love this bar! Great atmosphere - live music was really fun & friendly, warm neighborhood pub feel. The service was excellent - both bartenders I had were courteous & speedy. I definitely recommend it!

Nov 22, 2024

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Steve

5.0

Holy Moley this place is Fantastic! The staff & other patrons are all wonderful people. Although I think Nick the bartender cheats at arm wrestling . Will be my go-to spot whenever I'm in Montreal. Trivia night was a blast (thanks Michael) . No food so we ordered pizza delivery from our favourite place. Amazing spot! Sparky

Nov 11, 2024

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Elena

5.0

Down to earth bar with a very "canadian" feel (at least for a european). Open mic night was a good opportunity to hear small scale artists.

Nov 10, 2024

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Hailey

5.0

Didn't eat here but we had drinks & they were yummy. Bartender was very friendly & even gave us some good drink recommendations!

Oct 13, 2024

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Rose

3.0

As the title states it, the barmans are grumpy as hell. 10/10

Oct 11, 2024

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