Le Darling comes across as a bustling, stylish bar and bistro with a distinctive vintage, artsy vibe that makes it feel both cozy and festive. The drinks and cocktails are frequently praised for strength and creativity, with several items like oysters, beef tartare, popcorn chicken, burrata and focaccia highlighted as standouts, though some dishes are noted as hit or miss and portions can feel small for the price. The atmosphere is a major draw, featuring warm, attentive staff at times and occasional slow or uneven service and long waits during peak hours. The venue is described as ideal for gatherings with friends, dates or a lively brunch, and the terrace and interior decor receive frequent compliments, though noise levels and crowding can be high and some tables near doors or windows are less ideal. Overall, Le Darling is seen as a beloved, visually striking spot with a strong bar program and varied menu, offering great value on certain items but with some inconsistencies that depend on the visit and time of day.
Such a wonderful & inviting atmosphere & decor you can spend hours looking at. Unfortunately our server wasn't the best. He didn't ask how I wanted my steak ( it came cold & raw), forgot about bringing my order, & table maintenance was very slow. It's a shame because it was our first time here while visiting Montreal.
Sep 2, 2024
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La comida y cocktail muy buenos, es para recomendarlo. Lo único que se demoran mucho en atender y la experiencia de nosotros pedimos otros tragos y dos vez es se le olvidó. Si el servicio fuera mejor el bar sería 5 estrellas.
One of my favorite places for any occasion. Whether I want to catch up with an old friend, go on a dinner date or before a night out with friends, this place is gem. Beautifully decorated with immaculate vibes & fair prices. Definitly try their foccacia!
My partner & I stumbled here late one Saturday night. The atmosphere was very warm & welcoming, we sat at the bar & had a great time. The bar tenders had great spirits, the drinks were good, they had late night snackies but we didn't have any this time. The lighting is beautiful & romantic. We loved it there & would be happy to return for a meal!
If you're looking for a cute Instagram-able place for brunch in Montreal this is it. The atmosphere is very unique with a variety of obscure artifacts & fixtures, almost like an eye spy book.
Très bon goût mais petites portions ! On a pris des bénédictines , à notre surprise il y avait qu'1 seul oeuf + 1 morceau de pain , salade sans tomates, concombre , peu de patates...bref quantité clairement pas suffisante pour une personne adulte ce qui rend le prix non compétitif
Aug 17, 2024
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If you are looking for a friendly & cozy place in Montreal, you found it! A wide choice of drinks: lots of ciders, cocktails & beers. The food is also pretty good. I recommend the ribs. The desserts all looked good too but I haven't tried. The music isn't too loud & the place is big but often full. There are a few places outside too but on st Laurent boulevard. The service was a bit slow, especially to order but this place s definitely has a vibe!
I've been going to bar darling since 2020, i love everything about the place, food is amazing & the stuff & nice & friendly. My only problem is the space? It's soo tiny inside, tables are very next to each other, tiny tables with crowded place & not enough space it really stressing last time i went to the bar I couldn't wait to finish my food & leave because it was very uncomfortable & I indeed once broke a wine bottle because of how tight & crowded the blace is & how tiny the tables are they can barley fit everything...
I ordered a mocktail. It was surprisingly awful. At the end of the night, when the waitress brough the bill with an itemized list of what I'd ordered, I realized she had brought me the wrong drink. Guess that explains it. The place is really loud. The food is okay. Vegans don't have much to choose from. I enjoyed the eclectic decor.
Aug 10, 2024
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The food is really good if they let you try it! They say their kitchen closes at 2, but beware at 1:30 they said no to anymore food. The whole staff is rude. Never again.
Nice atmosphere but bad food & service.We went there as3 friends . The atmosphere was overall good & rustic . Unfortunately, our the food experience was bad. We ordered beers , cheeseburger , Bailey's & french fries were overcooked & burnt. Therefore, we mentioned it to the waitress by pointing out our plate. She didn't even bother herself to say sorry. She was super angry & took the plate & brought the second fries again burnt same . Consequently, we refused the pay tips & she asked us the reason why we didn't pay the tips. We said " The food was burnt." She said " It is not about my service ." This is unacceptable ! If the plate is not okay especially for the second time ,it is the server's duty to forward the burnt food to the kitchen & or the chef. Please show more responsibility to the plates & respect to the customers.
Assez décevant, 25min d'attente pour la bouteille que j'ai commandé, elle m'est amené sans aucune présentation. Plusieurs plats ou entrées oubliés dans notre groupe. La serveuse n'étair pas sympatique, pas de sourire, pas d'excuse fasse aux erreurs, pas de remerciement à la fin du service.... ils sont chanceux que l'endroit est beau parce que honnêtement le service est minimal pour ne pas dire terrible. Les bussboys sont on point, mais pas le service. La nourriture est ordinaire. La mignonnette semblait être que du vinaigre blanc... & l'une de nos huitres n'étaient pas fraîche.
