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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4.3 300 ratings

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Review Summary

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Justin

4.0

Good bar food. A bit tight, & whoever put in a sloping diamond plate entry way needs to explain themselves. Good bar for sports, just be careful by the door!

Oct 15, 2023

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Valerie

Just popped in for a drink, friendly helpful staff.

Oct 12, 2023

Fraser

5.0

Enjoyed a pint of IPA.

Oct 5, 2023

George

Great location, service & food.

Sep 30, 2023

About 95% of people sat outside & they sat almost everyone immediately that they could. The waitresses & front end staff worked hard to get everyone everything that they needed quickly. I was impressed. The inside is definitely pub style. The bathrooms were clean. The bartender spoke very good English. It looked like most people enjoyed a Molson Canadian draft beer or a cocktail. I had the fish tacos but it was more like traditional fish & chips without the chips in a street taco tortilla. I would recommend something else. The presentation was nice but not the right taste.

Sep 26, 2023

Fly

The only place we could find the Cowboys game.

Sep 24, 2023

Shawon

Nice place to have wings nd 🍺

Sep 23, 2023

Ralph

Great people watching place!

Sep 19, 2023

Thomas

Great location

Sep 17, 2023

Dom

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.

Ich

Sehr nette Bedienung
Kann ich nur empfehlen

Sep 15, 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

HeidiHer-578

1 Review

We had excellent service by Cedric! Very friendly, nice atmosphere & quick service!! 👍👍

Jun 2, 2019

Fleurdelys76-7083

2.5

Nous payons pour l'endroit.
La nourriture plus qu'ordinaire.
La propreté dans la salle de bain médiocre.
Plus jamais nous y retournerons.

Jan 1, 2019

via Other

le menu sur internet a pas les même prix que celui au restaurant cest des décevant

Feb 3, 2018

3.0

Un chanteur sur deux, sur la Place Jacques-Cartier était vraiment moche.

Jul 24, 2017

4.5

Tout est parfait sauf nourriture pourrait être plus chaude

Jul 1, 2017

JonathanTr-883

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

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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