Le Bar Darling

Adam

5.0

Was looking for a nice spot in the plateau that offered brunch & drinks. This is definitely a good spot to go to. The staff is super friendly & attentive. A large establishment that offers a terrasse as well. Plenty of options to start off the day.

Claudie

5.0

perfect. maybe the drinks are a little overpriced but everything here is perfect nonetheless

Guido

5.0

Great place for a Sunday brunch! Great food & drinks & a nice atmosphere.

Noa

4.0

The food was ok. The drinks were delicious. The service was kind & fast.

Danny

5.0

So friendly, great drinks selection & food after a hike around Mont Royal!

Ava

5.0

Delicious drinks, fabulous food, great vibes, & the kindest staff, just an overall great place to be! One of Montreal's gems!

Nicole

5.0

My group went to Le Bar Darling for brunch on a Saturday morning. Beautiful restaurant with an amazing atmosphere & really pretty food & drinks. The food was delicious & so fresh.
To top it all off so that I can confidently say that this is my favorite restaurant in all of Canada, the service was amazing. My only complaints are that I didn't come more hungry, & that I didn't catch our waiter's name. Our waiter was attentive, asked us about our food, & made sure we were taken care of.

Laeticia

5.0

We were a big group ~10 ppl & had so much fun at bar darling! Drinks were great, food was great, service was great. We ordered a good variety: chicken, oysters, burgers, gnocchi, tartare …
Would definitely come back here!! 🍸🥂🍹

Nicole

5.0

This is a hidden gem! Amazing service (thanks Christine 😊). The drinks, the amazing food, & the ambiance are unparalleled! Make sure you check this out if you're in Montreal

C.

5.0

Brunch dates are funny sometimes… because this one almost didn't happen. 😅

We originally started at Larry's, which is only a few minutes from my dance class. The plan was simple: a nice brunch, good conversation, & a relaxing afternoon.

Unfortunately, the experience there was disappointing from the moment we sat down.

My date ordered a coffee. A coffee. Somehow, after almost an hour, it still hadn't arrived. Every time I asked for something, it felt like I was asking for too much. The energy felt off, & the service left a lot to be desired.

The only thing that made it to our table was my Patrón Sour, which was about $20 & honestly the only thing we ended up consuming before deciding to leave.

So we called an Uber & headed to Darling.

Best decision of the day.

The moment we arrived, the atmosphere completely shifted. Darling has this beautiful eclectic aesthetic that blends art deco influences with playful artistic touches throughout the space. Even the bathrooms feel like part of the experience. Each stall features unique artwork, almost like stepping into a tiny gallery. One of them featured a devil-inspired piece that was bold, mischievous, & impossible not to notice. It added personality & charm to a space most restaurants completely overlook.

Now let's talk about the food.

We started with a dozen oysters because if oysters are available during brunch hours, I'm ordering them. Period. Fresh, delicious, & exactly what I was craving.

10/10 for having oysters on the brunch menu.

For my cocktail, I chose a French Martini made with Chambord. It was fruity, smooth, & easy to drink. Not the best French Martini I've ever had, but definitely enjoyable.

Drink rating: 8.5/10 🍸

For brunch, I ordered the Mushroom Benedict.

If you've been running around all day, haven't eaten, & need something comforting, creamy, rich, & filling, this is absolutely the dish to get. The mushrooms were flavorful, the sauce was indulgent without being overwhelming, & every bite felt satisfying.

Dish rating: 9.5/10 🍳

One thing that surprised me was the salad served alongside it. The vinaigrette had a noticeable ginger element that added brightness & depth to the entire dish. Such a small detail, but one that elevated the experience.

& then there's the service.

Alexia took care of our table & she was wonderful. Warm smile, attentive without hovering, positive energy, & genuinely pleasant throughout the entire meal.

Service rating: 10/10 ⭐

I've been to Darling before for dinner & absolutely loved it. This was my first real brunch experience there, & once again they didn't disappoint.

The only thing missing?

My beloved Brussels sprouts.

Looks like I'll have to come back for those.

Overall rating: 9.5/10

Great food.
Great atmosphere.
Great service.
Great date.

Darling continues to be one of my favorite spots in Montreal. ❤?