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Mona Loa

Downtown
4.1$$ & $$$
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Mona Loa Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Mona Loa

Food
Service
on Google4.1 (400+)
*as of 2026-05-01
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69%
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11%
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Review Summary

Reviews describe Mona Loa as a vibrant yet intimate speakeasy with cavernous, unique decor and a friendly, attentive staff. The overall vibe, atmosphere, and craft cocktails are repeatedly praised, with many noting strong drinks, interesting menus, and memorable private events, while some visits suffer from loud music, slow service, and high prices or small portions. Food quality is described as good to excellent in places, though not always consistent, and a few guests feel the value does not fully match the cost. Reservations help with seating and the space is cited as ideal for birthdays, dates, or nights out with friends, making Mona Loa a must visit for ambiance and cocktails, even when experiences fall short on timing or service during busy periods.
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Merci Charlie superbe soirée & surtout un excellent service.

May 2, 2026
on Google

The food was 5/5, Ranim de server was so nice & helpful I'm definitely coming back for my birthday next year. I loved it (the place is also perfect)

May 1, 2026
on Google
5.0

I loved the karage chicken. They had nice service & ambiance. I would 100% recommend.

May 1, 2026
on Google

Very good service & waitress was amazing (raneem) the food was good with good portions, highly recommend!

May 1, 2026
on Google

Excellent customer service & food, great for a big group, good music & vibe

May 1, 2026
on Google

Super place amazing vibe great customer. Great food quantity & taste amazing 😍

May 1, 2026
on Google

Nish was amazing great service & drinks. Loved the tiramisu.

Apr 29, 2026
on Google

At first we weren't sure we had found it as there was no signage outside. The lighting in the bar is not what the internet would lead you to expect. It's dark & grey, not red, suggesting Lava as Instagram shows it. Onto the important thing: the drinks. Being serious connoisseurs of tiki cocktails we came prepared to judge, but the barman on that night, Simon, did not disappoint us!! The cocktails were transcendent! Some of the best we've had. He builds them with real skill & style, on the bar in front of you. Happy with our drinks we engaged Simon in a conversation surrounding cocktail ingredients, tinctures, syrups & tequilas. Knows his stuff! Prices were what you expect on Crescent street. Will definitely return.

Apr 26, 2026
on Google

Had an amazingggg time at Mona loa. All the staff was welcoming, especially Nish & the host Sophia. They were the sweetest & their hospitality was above & beyond! Would definitely
to come here. The drinks were also delicious & the interior is stunning!!
10/10

Apr 26, 2026
on Google

Took a WHIILLLLEEE to receive the order, made my afternoon a disaster. Wouldn't recommend

Apr 25, 2026
on Google

Really great place!! The service was immaculate & the food was delicious. I really liked the tartare & the drinks! :) A must!

Apr 25, 2026
on Google

Amazing service, venue, & the staff was extremely helpful throughout the night! Cocktails were incredible! Was a pleasure to be here.

Apr 25, 2026
on Google

Très mauvaise expérience rien avoir avec les photos & le marketing mis dans ce restaurant! Booker pour un événement & a attendu 1:30 , rien de disponible dans le menu , & sushis médiocre .

Apr 23, 2026
on Google

This place is definitely a VIBE! The cave aesthetic is super unique, food was tasty but most of all the night we went the DJ was playing some bangers. Our server Michelle was amazing as well. It's a great supper club spot in the city!

Apr 20, 2026
on Google

Amazing service. Amazing food amazing drinks.. everything is perfect about this place.

Apr 14, 2026
on Google

Cavern is nice! The cocktail is good, but nothing more.

Apr 12, 2026
on Google

Excellent service de la part de Charly , nourriture excellente également !

Apr 12, 2026
on Google

J'ai eu une très belle expérience au Mona Loa ,le service de Charly est impeccable 👌

Apr 12, 2026
on Google

Oh my my !!! Ça faisait un moment que je n'avais pas vécu un score parfait de cocktails (pornstar, mango inferno, aloha habibi, un autre à la poire & j'en passe !!). 🍸 What a night !!

Le service au bar était impeccable & j'ai eu la chance de discuter avec le propriétaire (hyper sympa) & il nous a fait des recommandations excellentes sur son menu.
✨✨✨ ça vaut le détour !

Apr 12, 2026
on Google

Expérience mitigée, mais je mets 3 étoiles surtout pour le service.

Le lieu est vraiment magnifique. Super ambiance, lumière tamisée, petites chandelles, musique parfaite, très beau spot, très Instagrammable.

Par contre, les cocktails… vraiment très très chers pour ce que c'est. Environ 24$ (avant taxes & tip), & honnêtement pas bons. Très sucrés, pas équilibrés, ça faisait plus'sirop' qu'autre chose. À ce prix-là, ça devrait être irréprochable.

Côté nourriture, même feeling. J'ai eu du mal à comprendre le concept, tu passes de sushis (Japon) à une bavette frites, pis… un tiramisu (Italie?) sans trop de lien. & dans l'assiette, c'était assez fade, pas super travaillé & froid pour la bavette. On a aussi attendu un bon moment pour les plats.

Cela dit, ils faisaient une promo avec une table d'hôte à 49$. & là, honnêtement, rapport qualité-prix, ça passe déjà mieux. À ce prix-là, est-ce que je peux vraiment chialer autant ? Disons que ça aide à faire passer la pilule. Mais à prix régulier, clairement non.

Le gros point positif reste le service. Merci à Michèle, vraiment top & super travaillante. Elle était toute seule en salle & gérait tout : accueil, service, cocktails, tables… franchement bravo. Ça paraît qu'elle aime ce qu'elle fait, super souriante, & c'est elle qui a sauvé l'expérience.

J'y retournerais peut-être pour l'ambiance & prendre un verre, mais pas sûr pour manger.

Apr 10, 2026
on Google