Le Darling ressort comme une adresse conviviale et vibrante, avec une décoration vintage et éclectique qui crée une ambiance unique et chaleureuse propice aux sorties entre amis ou en couple. L'ambiance est décrite comme cosy et dynamique, le cadre et la musique soutiennent une expérience mémorable même en période d'affluence, et le service est en général apprécié pour son efficacité et son attention. Les cocktails et les boissons sont régulièrement salués, tout comme des plats tels que les huîtres, le tartare de boeuf, la burrata, la focaccia et le popcorn chicken, avec des mentions particulières pour le burger et les plats de brasserie; mais certaines critiques signalent des portions modestes ou des prix élevés et des temps d'attente plus longs au brunch ou en soirée. D'autres retours évoquent une terrasse agréable, un brunch généreux et une ambiance de bar-salle de speakeasy, parfois bruyante lorsque le lieu est bondé. Le conseil général est de réserver et d'arriver tôt lors des soirées, et même si quelques expériences déplorent un service lent ou un manque d'options végétariennes, l'ensemble reste largement positif, donnant à Le Darling l'étiquette d'une halte prisée pour le cadre, les cocktails et l'ambiance pour des sorties entre amis, des rendez-vous ou des soirées décontractées.
Incredible place for a date, especially on a Sunday. Been to many a place for a Good Ol Sunday Date & nothing beats this place, especially in Mid-March. Been to many a place for a Good Ol Mid-March date, & nothing beats this one. Have fun:) 😉
Great spot in Montreal for coffee, brunch during the day, & drinks dinner in the evening. Very vibey, great for all occasions, dates, solo drinks & bites at the bar…
6 déc. 2025
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This is my favourite bar in Montreal. I've dropped by in varying capacities over the past 8 years (recently on a solo wedding trip) & the staff/ambience are consistently en pointe. Toronto feels like a city of cliques (King W. attracts the usual froufrou crowd, Ossington similarly, etc.), but every charming spot in Montreal has a wonderful blend of everyone: artists, students, 30-somethings, dates, solo diners reading books, parents… it's heartwarming & makes you feel right at home, & one of the reasons I still want to move here. I could look at this space for a long time - lovely plants adorning the entrance, beautiful warm-neon lit carousel centrepiece bar, fun vintage paintings around the emerald wallpapered dining area.
Thanks for always being so welcoming. Stoked to come back soon to check out a Habs game + the patio!
Un lieu qui en met plein la vue 😍 ! La décoration est vraiment originale, avec un style éclectique & chaleureux qui donne envie de rester des heures. Belle sélection de cocktails & ambiance détendue, parfaite pour une soirée entre amis. Ou un date ;)
I don't usually eat out because I know how dirty restaurants can be… but that's definitely not the case here.
I was actually hired to unblock some of their drains & inspect the others before St-Jean.
While I was there, I couldn't help but notice how clean the place was-not just the main kitchen area that customers might catch a glimpse of, but the behind-the-scenes kitchen where only staff usually go. Floors spotless, equipment well-kept, everything in order. You can tell the owners care.
After finishing the job, I decided to try the popcorn chicken. & honestly… it was damn delicious. I was tempted to order more but didn't want to completely pig out.
Definitely the kind of place I'd bring a date to in the future-great food, clean, & clearly run properly behind the scenes.
Cause of blockage, vin opener, was amazed to see particularly no grease on it
Went there on a Sunday night, the atmosphere - absolutely gorgeous, vintage, aesthetic, chic, a little bit of creep but just about right. Supposed to be a perfect short date, but our bartender that night decided he wouldn't help us achieve it. I could see he was obviously busy, but for a bartender that should not be the excuse to showcase terrific attitude to your customers. Minimum interaction, no eye contact, no trace of a smile, when I waited 10 mins for my wine to be poured after tasting, I thought the message was I had to pour it by myself since the bottle was put in front of me. As long as I touched the bottle, the bartender magically appeared, & instead of talking to me saying "please let me help you with that " or something professional, he made sounds with his lips that meant "no" & treated me like ... a pet? The attitude was above the roof, like he was a big shot & doesn't belong there, asking to be served is bothering him. - I know this is just my interpretation but that's how I felt at the moment, I found this unprofessional for the position he's holding, no matter what personal issues he might be going through, I've never been treated like this by any other bartender. Conclusion - a great place for a date in the evening, just don't sit at the bar, the waitresses work there are professional & friendly.
25 nov. 2024
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I don't understand why everyone goes on first dates here because I find it just too loud. Everytime I've gone here I've left feeling like my voice is strained as if I just left the club. However if someone is visiting Montreal I will almost always take them here so they can take their pictures & say'what a fun & quirky city' because they have dolls on the walls or whatever. Good drinks that are just strong enough for me to be able to listen to other people's conversations while having my own.
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!
21 août 2024
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I came across this bar while bar-hoping with my friends & we all agreed that it would be the perfect place for a date. So I went back with my boyfriend the week after & we were completely right!! The ambience is cozy but energetic, with good music also being on the menu on both of my visits there. The drinks are good, reasonably priced, & the food is as great as its price. But the service... WOW!! Probably one of the most memorable services that I've ever had. The waiter was such a gem, recommending what's on the menu without upselling, being quick with service, & making conversation without being too invasive. Overall, top notch service both times that I've been. I haven't tried their breakfast/brunch menu, but I'd probably go back to try :) I would definitely recommend for a bar date or girls night!
Literally my favorite spot/bar in the city. I've been here countless times. Whether it's for a business lunch, date, drinks with friends or simply to work this place is a vibe for every occasion! The food is always on point, they have a huge variety of wines & beers. & the decor & service is always on point. BEST bar the city 👌🏼
