Hurley's Irish Pub is the premiere Irish pub in Montreal. Since it opened in 1993, the friendly staff have been serving 18 draft beers, a selection of more than 40 single malts and 8 whiskeys. A selection of hearty fare awaits you. With two floors, there is live music played every night, a fireplace, a game room and a quiet snug.
Hurley's Irish Pub is a bustling multi room venue with a classic pub vibe, two floors and a cozy outdoor terrace, widely praised for its live music, broad beer and whiskey selection, and the feeling of a Montreal institution. The staff are generally friendly and attentive, though crowds and peak hours can slow service, and a few notes mention menu changes and occasional smaller portions post Covid. Food covers wings, fish and chips, burgers and beef stews with solid quality, drinks and atmosphere are a big draw for pre game gatherings and casual nights out, and many reviewers describe it as one of the best Irish pubs in Montreal, highlighting the welcoming vibe, the live music and occasional comedy nights as standout features. Overall Hurley's Irish Pub is seen as a top spot for meeting friends, watching sports, and enjoying a pint with lively Irish style, even if some dishes or prices vary by visit.
Good professional bartenders that know what they are doing. Great atmosphere with some Irish music. This is a real Irish pub & not a pretender. Did not try food so I don't know. Bathrooms are clean. It's a good stop. It does get crowded with college kids later on but they are fun.
Great atmosphere, very good food & beer, the waitress was not impressive, no water or check up at the table, & it was very quiet at lunch time on a Wednesday, so it was not that she was overly busy!
May 6, 2026
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I went there twice before concerts, good spot for sure, but compared to the others bars & restaurants nearby, it's pricey for sure, when you pay over $60 for 2 beers & 2 appetizers.. I didn't experience the live music, this review is just about the pricing, everything else is great!
A tall blonde waitress/bartender at the bar tonight (Friday, April 24) had a very rude attitude from the beginning. She was pushing people just to get through.
While people were dancing, she pushed two people at the same time, & it was so hard that one of them fell into me. I also fell to the ground & hit my head badly against a chair.
She didn't even come to apologize or check if I was okay. Her behavior was extremely disrespectful & unprofessional.
I've been to this place a few times before & I always found the atmosphere & staff polite & professional, but this employee is absolutely not suitable for working in such a small & crowded place.
I strongly recommend that if you see her, do not take service from her.
Quelle belle découverte! Je suis allé dans ce bar avec des amis par hasard. Les musiciens sur place étaient incroyables. Chapeau à eux. Je reviendrai assurément & je recommande à tous!
This was an amazing authentic Irish pub we visited a couple times while on our trip to Montreal. Great pub food great drinks & an amazing Irish band that pled both nights we were there. Will definitely be going back here again when I return to montreal again!!
Apr 8, 2026
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Fine Irish eateries & drinkerie.
Doug (one of a few downtown class bartenders) makes newcomers feel as special as the regulars,of which there are quite a few. Actually for a bar that boasts a stable of regulars it is by no means clique ish. Highly recommended before/after Hab nights.
even if i wet to sit in front of a server , i've been sitting infront of the bar for 20 mins, the only person of colour, no one has asked me what id like to drink even while calling them out. Service is only for the french at this location. thank you for showing me the respect of montreal
I had a bad experience here with an extremely rude server lady. You could tell that she treated other customers nice, but when it came to my family (we're Filipino), she was blatantly racist. She was absolutely disrespectful & often rolled her eyes when we were trying to be friendly. Barely came to our table too, we had to keep trying to reach out to her.
By the time the bill came, my mother pressed the wrong button on the debit machine by accident as the price needed to be set up again. This lady said'want me to teach you how to use a debit machine?' in such a condescending tone.
Don't know about you, but a server like that deserves no tip. I normally treat service workers with utmost respect too. She hilariously got confrontational when we didn't tip her & said we were legally obligated lmao. Next time treat your customers with minimal decency & you're guaranteed a tip lady, it's a no brainer.
