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John Michael's Pub

Old Montreal
4.3$$
OPEN12 pm - 11 pm
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John Michael's Pub Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
Pub FoodBurgersSandwichesComfort FoodPoutineFish & ChipsBBQ

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Reviews for John Michael's Pub

Food
Service
on Google4.1 (1400+)
*as of 2026-04-01
5★
60%
4★
19%
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10%
2★
11%
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Review Summary

John Michael's Pub comes across in reviews as a lively, welcoming sports pub in Montreal's old port with strong service and solid pub fare. Patrons repeatedly praise attentive staff and efficient service, even when busy, and note a friendly atmosphere that makes it a reliable spot for groups and solo visitors alike. The menu shows crowd-pleasers like fish and chips, burgers, poutine, and chicken sandwiches, with several mentions of delicious meals and large portions. Beer lovers highlight a good local IPA selection and a generally reasonable price for the area, though a few reviews call some drinks pricey. The pub reliably shows games on multiple TVs, including NFL and other sports, and the ambiance can shift with live music or a lively crowd, which some enjoy and others find less ideal due to background music or noise. Outdoor seating with heaters and a comfortable interior add to the appeal. Overall, it is depicted as a reliable pub for good food, solid drinks, and sports viewing in a central location.
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We stopped in just for a quick drink & probably the best service we had during your whole visit Montreal

Jan 3, 2024
on Google

The waiter was hard-working & doing a lot around the restaurant but he wasn't very friendly. We didn't even get food because the drinks were terrible, my little brother was sick for 2 days from their sex on the beach, it was super sugary & didn't even look or taste like the right drink. We used the restrooms on our way out & they were disgusting, there was barely room to sit in the women's room & in the men's my dad said there was a broken urinal with a trash bag over it. This is the worst place we went in Montreal. Save your time & money & don't go here.

Dec 28, 2023
on Google

We stopped in for a quick drink, as it's right near our apartment. First thing that struck us, was that it smells bad inside & looks dirty. I would never eat there, but the beer was good.

Nov 20, 2023
on Google

Casual pub with good drinks, good bites, ans good company. Special thanks to Cody for the excellent cocktails & local tips!

Nov 12, 2023
on Google

Had a cider & some sweet potato fries while listening to the buskers in Jacques Cartier square. Nice pub for a snack & a drink.

Oct 19, 2023
on Google

Came for cocktails. Great drinks & crispy sweet potatoes fries. You can sit outside & hear the street performers that are excellent.

Oct 19, 2023
on Google

Just popped in for a drink, friendly helpful staff.

Oct 12, 2023
on Google
5.0

Friendly staff, great food & drinks. Also being right on the main drag was great. Lots going on while you enjoyed a wonderful meal. Already went there 2 times in 5 days.

Sep 17, 2023
on Google

Great place to people watch if you can get a spot on the terrace.
Nice & relaxed atmosphere, really good staff that were quick to serve & friendly as well.
There was a street performer playing right across the terrace. I’m not sure he added to the atmosphere!
We had a few beers & the poutine which were ok.

Rob recommends: an excellent early evening drink on the terrace, the street performer might not be for you though

Sep 2, 2023
on Google