Milky Way Cocktail Bar focuses on a curated selection of artisanal pizzas and rustic pasta dishes designed for casual enjoyment. The menu emphasizes traditional preparation methods that highlight the quality of simple, robust ingredients. Guests encounter a vibrant atmosphere defined by neon aesthetics and a retro-futuristic design scheme that prioritizes a cohesive visual identity. Culinary offerings revolve around hand-stretched dough topped with balanced flavor profiles and al dente noodles coated in savory, house-made sauces. Each plate reflects a commitment to comfort food classics executed with consistent technical precision. This establishment provides a dedicated space where industrial design elements meet straightforward, satisfying Italian-inspired recipes in a high-energy setting that remains focused on flavor and presentation. The kitchen maintains a steady output of reliable dishes that anchor the bar experience.
Milky Way Cocktail Bar is widely celebrated as a vibrant, hidden gem in Montreal, offering an eclectic and stylish atmosphere with a stunning skylight and retro tropical decor. Guests frequently praise the creative, high quality cocktails and the convenience of ordering delicious pizza from the restaurant located downstairs. While the majority of visitors highlight the attentive service and unique speakeasy vibe as key reasons to return, some feedback mentions challenges with wait times during busy weekends, occasional inconsistencies in service, and concerns regarding drink portions relative to the amount of ice used. Despite these minor points, it remains a highly recommended destination for a date night or a fun outing with friends.
I stopped by again this week after a great experience last times, but the service this visit left a lot to be desired.
On my previous visit, the atmosphere was excellent & the staff especially the friendly bouncer with the big glasses gave fantastic suggestions that made for a memorable night with some excellent signature drinks & pizza.
This time felt completely different. The bouncer I mentioned before wasn't there anymore, which was already a letdown. While the drinks themselves came out in reasonable time, everything fell apart once we finished. We sat there waiting to pay for what felt like forever around 20-30 minutes just to get our receipt from our server. I even tried asking the bartender if I could settle up directly to speed things along, but was told we had to wait for our waitress, who was nowhere to be found & clearly wasn't checking on tables.
When I finally left a tip that reflected that lack of attention, I heard the waitress yell'Jesus' from across the room-apparently offended by a gratuity that matched the service we received. The entitlement was pretty off-putting.
Two very different experiences at the same place. Hopefully they sort out the service issues, but I won't be rushing back anytime soon.
Cocktails super bons, bel endroit, nourriture majoritairement bonne mais service vraiment mid aucun retour sur nos questions ou check up sur notre table serveur un px blasé pt juste une mauvaise soirée :(
This might be the best bar in Montreal - we had 5 drinks (shared between the two of us) & every single one was amazing. They also had a DJ (on Friday night) who was great. Music was not too loud to talk, but great vibes to the point that we weren't ready to leave! & it would have been worth a visit just for the decor. We went to another bar (in the World 50 Best Bars list!) that was super disappointing & this place knocked that one out of the water by a mile. We had to wait in line but it moved quickly & was totally worth the wait.
Aug 15, 2026
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really nice small place with great DJ (Yes the DJs are really good & create an amazing vibe)
the food is good & tasty.
Fun & diversified drink menu to try.
Milky Way Bar is always a good time. The food is good & the cocktails are amazing.
I will say that, while I still like their pizza, the sauce is a tad bit too acidic.
The cocktails, however, are where this place shows its chops. The'Crème de la crème' (Disaronno Velvet, Malibu, peach, litchi, lime) &'Lulo mirage' (Cachaça, Planteray Original dark rum, lulo, passion fruit, lime, condensed milk, egg white, Angostura bitters) in particular are 2 of the best cocktails I've ever tasted in my life. Those alone are worth coming here.
Just as amazing as the drinks was the host/waiter, Edgar. He's super cool & the one who put me on to the Lulo mirage drink so I'll forever be grateful for that. Not only that but, upon hearing about my love for acidic cocktails, he brought me a citrus based shot after I was done eating. Edgar is the GOAT.
Milky Way Bar is dope. I really enjoy going there. The whole staff is very engaging to talk to (including the lovely woman who almost hit me with the door as I walked up the stairs! 😅😅).
