Located in the heart of Montreal's La-Petite-Patrie district, Isle de Garde features beers brewed on site, comfort food, clean wines, whiskeys and other varietals to liven up your daily routine.
Isle de Garde comes across as a beloved neighborhood brewery with an outstanding and varied beer list, including European styles and a strong range of non alcoholic options, paired with solid food that spans burgers and fries to mac and cheese and tartare; the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, the terrace is a plus, and staff are frequently praised for friendliness and attentiveness. Yet popularity can bring crowds that make the space loud and the service feel rushed or less attentive at times, and a few guests note prices can be high or that vegan options are limited. Overall the venue earns high marks for beer quality, consistency when not overwhelmed, and a friendly vibe that makes it a go to for beer and eats, with many returning and favorites like the burger and certain dishes highlighted, while occasional service hiccups during peak hours remind of the challenge of balancing volume and guest experience.
Went for an IPA, noticed they had a ice whisky collection & had some great whiskey, beer, & service. Seriously we felt welcomed,appreciated & the whiskey & beer was delicious. My partner & I talked about renting a table/stool to stay in while we were here. & then the service went up a notch & they gave us a list of other bars & food we should go to/check out. Honestly a great moment when just looking for a randon bee
The host was so welcoming, the food & beers were good but sadly the rest of the service was very underwhelming. We had planned to stay for a few beers after eating but decided to go elsewhere instead.
Mar 15, 2026
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Brilliant Had a flight that included to smoked beers. They paired perfectly with the tartare & my joy was significant. It was a cool night & I'd walked far. The atmosphere was ideal - warm & welcoming Would go back a dozen times & suspect my satisfaction would remain high. Well done.
Nov 10, 2025
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Lovely selection of beers, nice selection of menu items for veg + non veg, plus a bustling fun vibe. Clearly a spot people love to hang, considering the terrible torrential rain on the night we visited!
Some of the best food in the neighbourhood, the beer is all very well-made & delicious, & they have a good selection of other drinks if beer isn't your style!
One of my favorite places for beer & food in Montréal. The beer selection is incredible & their european style beers like English ales & their sours are very good. Their fries are a new classic & the fried chicken is top notch. Good friendly service too.
Aug 31, 2025
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L'ambiance était géniale & la bière très fraîche - brassée sur place avec du malt européen. Il y a aussi beaucoup de choix sans alcool. Je recommande vivement !!
The vibe was great & the beer was super fresh - brewed in-house with European malt. Lots of non-alcoholic options as well. Highly recommend!!
Isle de Garde holds a special place for us & has been so since we started regularly visiting in 2019 while on holiday in Montreal. My wife & I started off going there on dates & now we are a family of four on the patio for happy hour &'slush popo' from next door. Been a great destination in every iteration. Great beers, food & service. Great, accessible location. Nothing bad to say about this place at all.
Huge beer list & knowledgeable staff. The menu prices came to a bit of a shock to me as i was expecting a brewpub, but will come back to drink nonetheless.
