Undoubtedly the quietest pint to be had in the Latin Quarter, this plush Scottish pub features more than a dozen beers on tap, most imported from Britain and Ireland. The aficionado will find even the most obscure scotches, and there are daily single malt specials for those looking to test their palates.
Reviews of L'île Noire Pub highlight a deep selection of whiskies and an extensive drinks menu that many find impressive, paired with a cozy, British-Scottish vibe and a setting that works well for dates or evenings with friends. Service receives a mix of praise and criticism: attentive, friendly staff and solid overall service when not overwhelmed, but reports of understaffing on busy weekend nights leading to delays and miscommunication. The atmosphere is described as warm and convivial, with pirate-inspired decor and a terrace that offers a pleasant view, though music volume and crowding can vary and affect the vibe. Food options are available and generally acceptable, with some noting good value for drinks and snacks while others find the bites not aligned with prices or gluten-free options limited. Overall, the pub is viewed as a top choice for whisky enthusiasts and socializing, offering a classic Montreal bar experience with notable night-to-night variation.
Excellent place in an excellent area. I was just disappointed with how our hostess treated us. We were on a date of 2 & he offered the bar which he declined. He then gave us a weird table for 6 with uneven chairs & a weird table placement. Thankfully, our lovely waitress gave us a proper date table & it fixed this issue.
Un bar incroyable! Un vaste choix. Les serveurs & le mixologue connaissent bien leurs produits.
Dom est juste une perle. Vous voulez être au bar pour le voir travailler & discuter avec lui! 💯
Mar 15, 2026
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Very slow service on a Saturday night. The bar was clearly understaffed, we had to wait just to be seated even though our party had already arrived. Some friends waited 45 minutes for food & were then told it would take another 15-20 minutes, so they cancelled their orders. Overall, an extremely disappointing experience.
Rude staff & bad management (understaffed on a Saturday night) meant a terrible service all around. It meant no service & I waited ten minutes at the door to be seated before just trying to find my group, a bartender yelled at me claiming they were too busy to help, while they were the only person available to show me my reservation. Honestly, this place shouldn't be open if they can't handle it.
L'endroit est cosy, la carte est longue & pleine de belles choses tant à manger qu'à boire
Il fait bon y passer un moment à deux ou entre amis.
Les conseils des serveurs sont tout à fait intéressants & je ne trouve pas les prix spécialement ahurissants.
Malheureusement l'ambiance est trop changeante. Là où le bar est très agréable quand il est intimiste & certains soirs, il devient difficilement supportable quand certains employés veulent transformer l'endroit en boîte de nuit avec de la musique bien trop forte alors que ce n'est vraisemblablement pas le lieu pour ça ..!
Nov 12, 2025
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Pour un 5@7, une date... Endroit parfait. Il y a un bon choix de spiritueux. Tout dépend le barman, il conseil ou non dans le choix de la boisons. Par contre si vous voulais grignoter, le prix ne correspond pas à la quantité.
Super beau bar avec une sélection variée de drinks. Amateurs de whiskey & de gin, c'est l'endroit idéal pour vous! Il y a aussi un bon petit menu de nourriture qui change selon la saison. L'ambiance est cozy & festive, un excellent endroit pour venir avec des amis ou pour une date. Le staff est aussi incroyable, petite mention spéciale à Kiki & Perle :)
Feb 6, 2025
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Excellent bar pour les whisky & gin, l'expérience des barman est impressionnante ! Le bar était très rempli & le service n'était pas aussi bon que d'habitude. Malheureusement la cuisine n'est pas au rendez-vous & la nourriture était plus que décevante. Une'salade' qui était plus un tas de tzatziki accompagné de quelques pois chiche & concombre. Le reste de la table était aussi déçue des burgers, poutines & grilled cheese. Mangez ailleurs !
As a big fan of whisky, & working in a top cocktail bar, i'm highly impressed. Both the selection & the knowledge with which it is served is exceptional! Thank you Laurie!
Oct 2, 2024
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Nous sommes a Montréal pour voir le show hommage a Linking Park & deviné se qu'il joue dans le bar? Biens sûr ils suivent la tendance. C'est du Linking Park
Incredible gin & scotch menu. Great small plates. Terrace was a really chill spot to people watch in the city. Great, unpretentious, cocktail/gin/whisky bar.
