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.
Mona Loa is a true hidden gem in Montreal. Cozy atmosphere, amazing cocktails, & friendly staff make it the perfect speakeasy experience. A must-visit!
We had an amazing experience last night at mona loa. Charly's service was impeccable. She greeted us with a smile & made us feel truly welcome. She was kind & patient as she canvassed the menu with us, taking the time to explain each dish & sharing her personal favorites. When we hesitated over what to order, the waitress recommendations hit the mark especially the tuna tataki, the sharing platter & the filet mignon. We will definitely be back soon!
Nous avons eu un service impeccable de la part de Charlie au Mona Loa. Elle a été extrêmement attentionnée & de très bons conseils. Elle nous a recommandé le tataki de thon ainsi que le plateau à partager, deux excellents choix. Elle nous a également fait découvrir un cocktail appelé Habibi, qui n'est même pas encore sur la carte, & qui était tout simplement délicieux.
Merci Charlie pour cette belle expérience, on reviendra sans hésiter !
Je suis allée il y une semaine & Charly ma serveuse ma trop bien servi!! La nourriture etait super bonne & le vibe est vraiment original! Parfaite place pour prendre un drink le personnel est vraiment top :)
Parfait pour un 5 à 7, je recommande. Décor magnifique, belle ambiance. Service rapide! Les cocktails choisis sont délicieux & vous pouvez commander vos cocktails favoris.
Sep 7, 2025
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You won't get a table!!!
We had reservations for 3 at 9pm on a Saturday. First they made us wait in a table outside. Then we waited at the bar for 1h when we eventually figured we were not going to get a table because of the lack of organisation. The vibe, music & food is okay here. The service I wouldn't say as much. The owner was kind enough to offer us something to drink. It was shots & we didn't feel like drinking shots so we asked for'cocktails' instead, which were the shots with pineapple juice. I found that to be very cheap considering the prices on the menu. Overall me & my friends were disappointed with our experience here.
This resto is a sham your instagram videos are nothing like what you serve , this is the worst place i ever ate in montreal ! I actually came home & cooked food !!! your salmon tartare is just salmon there is no other flavors we were charged for two tartares . There was only 3 little tostios chips
For the tartare .. i took your signature drink it was less than good Im sorry $250 for entrees & 2 drinks now i know why the place was empty
Ce resto est une arnaque ! Vos vidéos Instagram ne ressemblent en rien à ce que vous servez. C'est le pire restaurant où j'ai mangé à Montréal ! Je suis rentré chez moi & j'ai cuisiné ! Votre tartare de saumon est juste du saumon, il n'y a pas d'autres saveurs. On nous a facturé deux tartares. Il n'y avait que trois petites chips Tostios.
Pour le tartare… j'ai pris votre boisson signature, c'était vraiment pas bon. Désolé, 250 $ pour les entrées & deux boissons. Maintenant, je comprends pourquoi l'endroit était vide.
Vibes only. Pricey but unimpressive menu. Door personelle were great, wait staff was more attitude then service. Go for insta content if you need to, but don't expect much else.
Sep 1, 2025
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Pretentious attitudes, bordering on rude. Slow service. Took a while just to get a menu. Cocktails not that exciting. Was served drinks with no cocktail napkin, no water. The vibe of the space itself is cool, fun DJ, but it didn't make up for the bad energy from the staff who all seemed to not be getting along amongst themselves. If you've been there too long without spending they will ask you to pay your tab & leave. Seems to prioritize young women. Trying to be a night club but it's just a small bar with food. Could be better in so many ways. Skip.
Mona Loa is Montreal's newest hidden gem. The cavernesque, intimate atmosphere creates the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night. The staff is outstanding-warm, attentive, & clearly passionate about what they do. The cocktails are exceptional, with the standout being the Habibi, hand-delivered by the owner himself. The music, the vibe, & the energy make this speakeasy the city's new hot spot. A must-visit.
