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.
We had a great time playing cards at this pub. They have a nice selection of Quebec beers & also a huge selection of whiskeys from Ireland, Scotland & other regions. The prices are quite reasonable & I'd say lower than most other places. The food is also quite good, a decent selection, a little bit of something for everyone. The plates are fairly small, but the prices are in line with the size & there isn't a whole bunch of extra stuff to thrown away at the end. The music is also kept at a reasonable level, it did get loud in the evening just because there was a lot of people but no one was overly loud, it was just busy, which was nice to see. The only real complaint I have is with the tables, the oval tables are very crammed in & made it hard to have your drinks & play a small card game, rectangular or square tables would be much better.
Couldn't imagine a better place for a drink inside, on the balcony, & then back inside for a Guinness. Musical chars at its finest with pleasant, easygoing staff.
I go every other month for a meeting with scientists & the pub has a cozy little back room set aside for the scientists. I have never actually had any food at the pub but their drinks are pretty good!
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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Un grand merci à toute l'équipe ! Marie-Perle nous a accueillis chaleureusement & nous a parfaitement conseillés pour des drinks avant notre spectacle. Nous sommes revenus après, & Nikita, avec ses shooters Baseball, ainsi que Laurie, qui a préparé des Martini Espresso délicieux, ont rendu notre soirée mémorable. Tout le staff est attentionné & contribue à une ambiance vraiment agréable. Un super moment, c'est certain que nous reviendrons !
Pub featuring an extensive selection of Scotch whiskies from various regions of Scotland. The food & other drinks are very good. I especially enjoyed the French onion soup. It can get quite loud though.
Very nice place to chill & have a drink. Went there after a show & it was very much needed. A little change of environnement with a refreshing beverage. Thank you Dave for your welcoming & amical service! I will definitely come back in the future!
I had the Knightmare from their seasonal menu which was very delicious
Un de mes pubs préférés! Les drinks sont excellents & choix de gin & whisky est impressionnant. Etbles serveurs sont sur la coche! Ils connaissent leur drinks & savent diriger le client selon ses goûts afin de permettre une belle expérience de dégustation.
Mar 13, 2023
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**Ok for drinks & ambiance not for food or dinner**
We tried visiting this place when the patios opened up in Montréal a few weeks ago. There were tables available however we were told they were reserved. So at the time we went to another restaurant on St-Denis.
In order to guarantee a place today, we reserved in advance.
The local beer pints on tap (Boreal, st-Ambroise & one l'île noire which is a red). We ordered the charcuterie platter ($22) with the description that you see on the menu. No indication that they are out of foie gras mousse & a replacement of what appeared to be a Costco selection of cured meats. There was a big glob of mustard a few pieces of bread & voila.
I think they should take notes from pubs & breweries in the area because we didn't feel like we got our money's worth. Also, we didn't feel the server was enthusiastic about the menu, we understand why. When we asked about food items in the Google review, they remark was that they "changed" the menu
Our conclusion, Ok place for beers & drinks, not for food.
Ambiance fort agréable. Bonne nourriture. Choix ahurissant de drink. Serveur tres sympathique qui nous a bien conseillé. C est sur qu'on reviendra. merci!
Was a great first time visiting. Scotch of the month & samplers were delicious. Only issue was that music was too loud to have a convo at times. All in all, would return to drink again.
