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Le Rouge Gorge

Sophisticated yet relaxed bar with a long wine list focused on French regions, plus gourmet bites.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$$
OPEN3 pm - 3 am
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Le Rouge Gorge Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
FrenchTartareBuvetteGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesWine Bar

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Reviews for Le Rouge Gorge

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (1200+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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78%
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Review Summary

Le Rouge Gorge comes across as a stylish yet approachable spot with a beautiful interior and a cozy, welcoming vibe. The bar scene and overall atmosphere are standout, with well crafted cocktails, a serious wine list, and a sophisticated but relaxed mood that fits both dates and nights out with friends. Service is frequently praised for attentiveness and friendliness, with staff described as knowledgeable and helpful, though a few notes about slower or inconsistent service and some loud moments appear. The menu is small but strong, with items such as ceviche, fried chicken, crudo, and other shareable bites receiving praise, while portions can feel small and prices can be on the higher side for some guests. The overall experience blends a high end feel with good value for quality, particularly for drinks and wine, and the place is repeatedly recommended as a top spot to visit. The ambience ranges from a convivial bar to a chic speakeasy downstairs, offering different vibes for different evenings. Most reviewers say they would return and that the place leaves a memorable impression with tasty food and excellent drinks.
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Excellent service, rien a dire! Cependant cela devient vite une cacophonie quand c'est rempli. Mais c'est un excellent bar à vin. Je recommande!

Apr 1, 2026
on Google
5.0

Certainement l'un des meilleurs bars-restaurants qu'on puisse trouver à Montréal. La décoration est très élégante & le personnel extrêmement professionnel & poli. La qualité des cocktails & des plats est excellente pour le prix. Notre barmaid, Christina, était très sympathique & professionnelle. Je le recommande vivement.

Oct 12, 2025
on Google

Loved this spot, nice ambience & good food. I asked for no salt on my meal & they totally respected. ceviche is not a bog portion but so fresh & nice. They usually have two kind of small cake for birthday celebration which I like the Lava cake which is very moist & chocolate based. Recently they added schnitzel in their menu & It is soooo good! Also I tried the torched fig with goat cheese & it was fresh & delicious! 😋 Everything is highly recommended!

Sep 28, 2025
on Google

Très belle place, accueillante & chaleureuse. Bonne ambiance, idéale pour date ou retrouvailles entre amis. Les cocktails sont excellents. Je recommande ce bar.

Sep 3, 2025
on Google

Great place! I recommend the pork cheek!

Apr 22, 2025
on Google

Les recommandations des sommeliers sont toujours excellentes, on mange très bien & les prix sont raisonnables.

Nov 8, 2024
on Google

Great wine bar with a large selection. I highly recommend.

Aug 28, 2024
on Google

Le service de Gabriel, notre serveur, était hors-pair. Je ne pourrais me plaindre d'un hôte aussi accueillant & connaisseur de son menu. À chaque fois que je visite la place, je m'y sens à la maison! J'alme bien les vins de macération & un petit rouge léger après une longue semaine & Gabriel sait toujours me conseiller en me proposant un vin en plein dans ma palette. & que dire de leur figue fromage avec ses croûtons... un délice! Je recommande ce lieu à tous mes amis, mais surtout ce service à tous les amoureux du vin à la recherche d'un nouveau petit nid pour vos 5@7 ;-)

Mar 28, 2024
on Google

Would 100% recommend. Great staff & atmos to here. Thank you to Tomas for his great recommendations of Montreal!

Mar 24, 2024
on Google

This is my top tier date wine bar, & Rouge Gorge has for me, the best sommeliers in town. I love how dynamic & *fun* ordering a glass of wine is at this place. I have never felt bad about my vocabulary or wine background here, & am grateful for everything the staff have taught me. I recommend the popcorn shrimp, & I dream about their salad.

Dec 19, 2023
on Google
3.0

Went there on Saturday night it’s a very loud place you can’t have a normal conversation with your friends I don’t recommend for a date

Oct 18, 2023
on Google
5.0

J’ai adoré mon expérience! Première visite mais certainement pas la dernière!! Autant le service que la nourriture était exceptionnel! Le plat de figue wooooow & la tarte aux pêches woooooooowwwwwwww!!! Je recommande fortement ces deux plats!!

Sep 23, 2023
on Google