Le Réservoir comes across as a lively, welcoming brewery pub with a strong beer program and a warm, casual atmosphere. Reviews note a wide and thoughtfully curated beer list, with several drinks and cocktails, including an espresso martini, earning particular praise. The food side is described as refined and very tasty, offering crowd pleasing items like a standout chicken sandwich and brunch dishes, though some comments point out small portions for the price and occasional pricier plates. The service is generally friendly, attentive and knowledgeable, with staff often helpful and patient, while a few entries mention occasional delays or moments of inattentiveness. The setting is repeatedly described as bright and social, with pleasant terraces and a vibe that captures a Montreal feel, making it a good spot to relax with friends. Overall, Le Réservoir is seen as a solid destination for beer lovers and casual dining, balancing strong drinks with flavorful bites, and many reviewers express they would return to try more of the menu.
It was a nice place to stop at just right off the busy street but not sure I would come back. Chicken sandwich was okay & their special of the day was an interesting take on the BLT. Whatever sauce they had doused it in was delicious although quite difficult & messy to eat. That said, portions were quite small for the price point.
Très bel endroit avec une ambiance chaleureuse & conviviale.
Service exceptionnel & attentif.
La bouffe… wow! J'ai essayé le sandwich au poulet frit, vraiment délicieux.
& la bière, juste parfaite!
Aug 31, 2025
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I recently had a great time here at Reservoir. It was my first time visiting for lunch & I ended up trying a flight of four different beers as well as ordering the chicken sandwich. The beers were pretty good, I liked the blonde lager the most.
As far as the chicken sandwich goes, I believe this is hands down one of the greatest chicken sandwiches I've EVER had. Highly recommend getting this sandwich if you ever stop by for lunch or dinner, definitely a must if visiting.
The staff was very friendly, I was being helped out by Fred & Ales at the bar. Ales was very helpful when answering questions I had about the menu & specific recommendations &/or translations from the french terminology on the menu.
All in all, it was a great experience & I will definitely be back on my next trip to Montreal!
Good selection of drafts here. Camerise fruit beer was the most interesting of the flight. Light, fruity, & easy-drinking. Went well with their chicken sandwich, which was snack-sized but full-priced.
Cocktails felt a bit watered down & the chicken sandwich was expensive for what you get. But the cheese plate was worth it. The cheese selection is basic but the bread was amazing, crunchy & full of flavor.
We combined a visit with a trek up & down Mount Royal. Promise of beer at the end of the trail kept us going. As a devotee of the "follow the beer" principle for our family travels, I have been to many a brewery, microbrewery & beer pub. Reservoir is a gem. I had the milk stout & West Coast (Quest) IPA, both were fresh & excellent. The fried chicken sandwich was spot on. Place was hopping on a Thurs. afternoon. Only minor ding was no AC in dining area inside- wife could not handle, so we ate outside; probably saved me from consuming many more beers!
This is the best fried chicken sandwich in the city, hands down. & the lighting is nice? They always have interesting ciders on tap? Their service is funny & kind? What more do you want?! In the summer their terrace is charming, but they're my favourite cozy snowy bar in that neck of the woods.
Top notch food (we had the croque madam, beef sandwich, & chicken sandwich) & excellent beers in a lovely little space. I'd love to go back & try everything else on this menu!
Je prends une profonde inspiration puis expire. Voilà, je suis fin prêt à vous communiquer mes impressions de la brasserie Réservoir. Une petite appréhension me tenaillait, car je souhaitais que la critique soit à la hauteur de l’euphorie papillaire qu’avaient engendrée en moi certains de ses aliments exquis.
À ceux qui préfèrent qu’on en vienne tout de suite aux faits, je leur fais cadeau de deux choix les plus enivrants : la burrata (je suis presque sûr qu’ils la servent au paradis) & le sandwich au poulet frit (comme je désirerais en connaître le secret?!)
Ces deux plats sont une symphonie gustative qui berce tout notre être d’une douce mélodie & qui nous fait oublier tout le reste. Croyez-moi, je ne grossis en rien mon expérience; ma partenaire de table était témoin de ma grande aise. D’ailleurs, ce repas a mis mon amie de bonne humeur pour le reste de la journée.
Sont dignes de mention également la salade de tomates & le sandwich aux crevettes & le financier en tombée de rideau. Ce dernier, même avec la panse bien remplie, se consomme aisément grâce à sa légèreté.
Cette fois, je n’ai pas de petites histoires comiques à vous raconter, mais c’est tant mieux, car je craindrais de détourner l’attention de la véritable vedette : le talent culinaire de ses chefs & cuisiniers. Cependant, je vous laisse avec quelques remarques sur le cachet & le service. On retrouve des éléments communs avec plusieurs locaux rénovés : des notes de bois, des lampes suspendues, de la brique blanche. Très épuré, sans fioriture, avec une chouette terrasse pour les beaux jours d’été.
En ce qui concerne le service, bien que courtois, il était à la limite du lent, néanmoins sans susciter d’impatience. Nous savons tous que la pénurie de personnel contraint parfois à faire plus avec moins.
