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.
Overall, Hurley's Irish Pub comes across as a Montreal institution, offering a welcoming two floor layout with cozy corners, live music, and a festive Celtic atmosphere that works for pre game buzz or a relaxed night out. Reviewers praise a tremendous beer selection and an impressive whiskey list, along with solid pub fare and standout dishes like beef stew or a hearty fish and chips, though some meals have been noted as inconsistent and portions as smaller since Covid. Staff receive frequent compliments for friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to a warm, engaging vibe across multiple visits. Two levels, a downstairs intimate space and an upstairs area with music, plus a terrace, are highlighted as great features that add to the original charm, though crowds can push seating and service during peak times. While prices can be on the higher side and a few menu items have been cut back, the overall sentiment is that this pub delivers a top notch experience for beer lovers, sports crowds, and fans of live Irish music. Many say they will return, making this a go to spot in Montreal for those seeking good drinks, lively entertainment, and a friendly crowd.
Hurley's mendaciously have two menus, a table menu & cashier menu. Or, at least on St.Patrick's Day weekend. The cashier menu shows higher prices. This was confirmed when I checked Hurley's online menu for ( iceberg lettuce) Caesar Salad, listing it as $15+ tax, no add-ons . I paid $18 plus tax, this March. At the table menu , it was listed as about $12. That's legal? Nope. The prices surely didn't go down. At the time, no camera phone was available to take a picture, but I definitely paid higher than what should have been paid. Don't go there. Nevertheless, if you do, take photos of the table menu, to compare with your final bill, for your own security.
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Had not been to Hurley's in years & went last week. The bar has not changed & I love it!! ❤?
Classic irish pub ambiance, friendly service & great live entertainment. Thanks for the fun evening & cheers to you all! 😄👍🍻
Le jeune serveuse, une amour, se force à nous servir plen français, malgré l'anglais comme langue première! À part l'eau tiède qui goutait un peu le carton, c'était bien!
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Great food, great energy, very authentically Irish. First Irish bar I've seen with a real hurl up on the wall (if you don't know what that is look up hurling, crazy sport) which is great to see! Watched the Ireland Hungary game here & when Parrot's goal went in we all meant mental. Amazing atmosphere & the bar staff are all very friendly sound people. Highly recommend!
'Twas long ago, my last visit to this blessed place (early 90's), though every time think back to it, have a smile on my face & a song or two in my heart. Was worth the drive up from Maine to just be there, soaking in the live music on the weekends & enjoying the conversations with dear old friends, that you just met. At one point, copies of a few of the poems I wrote there, on bar napkins, used to hang on the wall. While I live in the west, now, & no longer drink spirits, if I am ever back Montreal way, will stop in again, & hope to make some new fond memories to add to those of before.
