John Michael's Pub Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	12 pm - 11 pm
Tuesday	12 pm - 11 pm
Wednesday	12 pm - 11 pm
Thursday	12 pm - 11 pm
Friday	12 pm - 11 pm
Saturday	12 pm - 11 pm
Sunday	12 pm - 11 pm

Monday

12 pm - 11 pm

Tuesday

12 pm - 11 pm

Wednesday

12 pm - 11 pm

Thursday

12 pm - 11 pm

Friday

12 pm - 11 pm

Saturday

12 pm - 11 pm

Sunday

12 pm - 11 pm

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.

Reviews for John Michael's Pub

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*as of 2026-04-01

4.3 300 ratings

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James

4.0

Great place for Poutine.

Oct 26, 2023

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Antoinette

5.0

Great Caesar salad & bourbon limonade. Poutine was fantastic as well. Bathrooms are not ergonomic, but made it work.

Oct 20, 2023

Roberto

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

JonathanTr-883

1 Review

Great place to go eat in the old port. Poutine is to die for & the selection of beer is great for any beer lovers. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great night in the old port. Oh & the view from the Terasse is awesome

May 24, 2017

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2.5

Déçu, voulais un sandwich & ils n'avaient pas de pain Un peu étrange quand le menu consiste en partie de sandwich ... il ne restait que le choix de burgers ou poutine.

Mar 18, 2017

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