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.
The eclectic interior makes it one of the coolest bars in the area. On top of that the cocktails & food are also on point. Popcorn chicken is amazing. So was the smash burger, focaccia, & steak frites.
Really charming bar with a nice crowd. The staff is nice & really gives you time to order, drink/eat, no rush at all which is so appreciated. The food & drinks were good, I'd come back for sure.
Accueil très bien, nourriture bonne, ambiance cool.
Service nul.
J'ai du commandé 3 fois mon 2eme verre de cidre. 30 min d'attente. & à la 3eme fois, quand je demande encore poliment à la serveuse cette fois ci, elle me renverse de l'eau sur le genou & ne s'excuse pas. Drôle d'attitude par la suite.
One of my favourites places to go to whenever I'm in Montreal! I've been for brunch, dinner & late night drinks until closing. Service is always great, food is tasty & the drinks are SO good. Literally let the bartenders make whatever drink they want & I've yet to be disappointed.
Sep 5, 2025
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Visited several times over several years, & always impressed, whether the table is 1, 2 or 4 people. Oysters, tartares, fries, wines & service always great. I recommend indoor for the decor (tho after dark Friday/Saturday, it gets younger/louder).
✨ Que dire d'autre que waw, waw, waw! ✨
Une place parmi les plus originales, avec un style artistique vintage & recyclé qui crée une ambiance unique. La nourriture est délicieuse & les portions sont généreuses pour le prix. Un excellent rapport qualité-prix, à découvrir absolument!
Great spot. Friendly & attentive staff but not to the point they are annoying. Both drinks were fantastic & the food delicious along with a great atomsphere.
Had a great experience for lunch. Staff was accommodating for menu changes. Yes we had to sit outside because of having someone under 18 (is the law at most bars). Food was great.
Belle terrasse à l'extérieur, la bouffe est bonne mais ça s'arrête là. Les portions sont vraiment petites, & pour un prix vraiment pas raisonnable. Aucun accompagnement pour tous les plats principaux. Tu dois t'acheter séparément une frite à 7$ pour accompagner ton burger. Les cocktails sont vraiment petits pour 15$ (celui à gauche sur ma photo). Pas de glace dans les verres d'eau.
