Mona Loa Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	5 pm - 11:30 pm
Wednesday	5 pm - 2 am
Thursday	5 pm - 2 am
Friday	5 pm - 3 am
Saturday	5 pm - 3 am
Sunday	5 pm - Midnight

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

5 pm - 11:30 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 2 am

Thursday

5 pm - 2 am

Friday

5 pm - 3 am

Saturday

5 pm - 3 am

Sunday

5 pm - Midnight

Reviews describe Mona Loa as a visually striking cavernous speakeasy with dim lighting, warm tones, and a unique decor that makes the space feel intimate yet elevated. The vibe is repeatedly praised as cozy and immersive, a great setting for dates or a night out with friends, and the cocktails are often highlighted for being creative and well balanced, with a standout Habibi cocktail frequently praised. Food receives mixed notes, with some dishes like seafood and sushi praised for freshness and flavor, while others arrive cold or fall short of expectations for the price. Service is generally friendly and attentive but inconsistent at times, and during busy periods some guests report slower pacing or seating and menu hiccups. The location and atmosphere are consistently cited as a major draw, including the sense of discovery and the overall aesthetic, sometimes described as a hidden gem on Crescent with a basement bar and lively music. Reservations are advised as the place fills up, and a few reviews caution about noise levels and the value for money. Overall Mona Loa is seen as a must visit for ambiance and drinks, with the experience varying by visit depending on service and kitchen execution.

Reviews for Mona Loa

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*as of 2026-03-15

4.1 201 ratings

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Mathias

5.0

I really liked the vibe of this place kind of reminded me of a cave. Shoutout to Simon for making me the best drink ever.

Mar 15, 2026

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Mathieu

Très bon vibes & super service de simon 🍸

Geo

Amazing drinks..ask for rose cup drom simon

Mar 14, 2026

Jénny

Charly était trop sweet !

Anna-Maria

Love the service!! Charly was amazing

Joelle

Charly was sooo sweet😍 totally recommend

Mar 13, 2026

Cha

3.0

Good service, music & drink just dont get sushis

Steven

Magnifique expérience avec Simon. Vraiment recommandé!

Mar 8, 2026

Florence

Très belle ambiance!
Merci Simon pour le super service.

Location recommandée pour prendre un verre entre amies

Mar 6, 2026

Aurora

Amazing experience here, great staff(shoutout Simon) everyone here was incredible & super friendly! Amazing food & even better drinks. Definitely recommending to everyone who wants a great meal & even better vibe!

Mar 4, 2026

Maxence

Le décor l'endroit est vraiment atypique & le staff est incroyablement gentil & à l'écoute, je recommande fortement !!

Mar 1, 2026

Kenny

Amazing vibes on this lowkey spot on crescent, red room aura. Good place to bring a date. Simon an amazing bartender with great experience was whipping it up behind the bar, ask about him

Bastian

Cozy speakeasy vibes, staff is super friendly go see simon , sophia & mali great service

Maxine

Mali was an amazing server I absolutely loved my experience here!! So kind, attentive & welcoming. 10/10 plus the place looks insanely cool at night.

Addie

Male was an amazing waitress & hostess ! We had an amazing time with her she's so lovely & the service was wonderful!

Jonathan

Un endroit vraiment magnifique & avec un joli design accompagné d'un service agréable

Shot out à Simon 🫡🫡🫡

Marie-Ann

The bartender (Simon) was actually great! Amazing recommendations!!!

Feb 28, 2026

Juliette

love the bartender x2

Canadian

4.0

Special place - feels like you are in a magical cave. Dimmed lights, nice music, great service. Japanese black cod was absolutely delicious. Cocktails looked nice but I didn't mine as it felt like alcohol quality wasn't at the highest standard. Nice place for a birthday party or to impress your date.

Feb 27, 2026

Native

Unique experience from the food to the decors.

Feb 22, 2026

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