Discover Pub Bistro Nyks, located on Bleury street, right in the heart of Downtown Montreal, a few steps away from the Place des Arts metro station. Enjoy their numerous specialties, such as their savory grills, delicious nachos, hamburgers, paninis, fresh salads, and of course, the notorious fried calamari! As soon as you walk into Nyks, you will feel the welcoming friendliness in a warm decor. Nyks offers an excellent choice of imported beers, along with an interesting selection of scotch and wine. Enjoy a lovely evening among friends or unwind after a show or concert!
Reviewers describe Nyks Bistro Pub as a cozy, compact spot in downtown Montreal that blends pub charm with a refined dining vibe, offering warm, attentive service and a lively atmosphere even when busy. The menu earns praise for both comforting staples and standout specialties, including duck confit poutine, mussels, French onion soup, and a notably delicious steak or burger, with many noting well prepared dishes and thoughtful plating. Drinks receive frequent compliments, from well balanced cocktails to a solid beer selection, and the bar service is often described as efficient and friendly. Some guests mention that it can be quite noisy and tightly spaced at peak times, with service slipping a bit during crowds. Overall Nyks Bistro Pub is seen as a strong value with high quality food, creative options, and a dependable team that makes it a good spot for a casual drink or a more substantial dinner, with reservations recommended on weekends.
We came across this spot on our first night in Montréal & it immediately set the tone for the trip. The atmosphere was honestly really cozy, welcoming, & full of that effortless Montréal charm. Our server, Amélie was truly wonderful, so kind, patient, & full of great recommendations. You can feel when service comes from the heart, & hers absolutely did.
The food was incredible - very fresh, flavourful, & clearly made with care. Their specials & salads are next level & the mussels + fries combo was perfect. Everything came out beautifully plated & tasted even better than it looked. The portions were also very generous, & the whole place was clean, warm with a relaxed & elevated vibe.
We loved it so much the first time around that we came back again a second time! If you're visiting Montréal & want a late-night spot with great energy, delicious food, & friendly staff, this place is a must! Highly recommend!
Nice experience overall with good food in a city vibe. Very professional waitstaff. It's an extremely noisy environnement with no sound deadening - with everyone at all tables basically needing to shout to be heard by their tablemates. Not my favorite atmosphere, but I'd still recommend - especially if you don't mind noise. I say, try it & see if it's your style.
Visiting from out of town, I had dinner here this past week on someone's recommendation. The meal was great, the bistro pub vibe was nice, but the service was seriously lacking. The cocktail (L'amère pompette) was refreshing & not too sweet, & the duck confit salad was delicious & filling - the duck leg was tender with some nice crispy bits, the salad was not overdressed (as is often the case), & the vinaigrette was really well done - the seasonings were very nicely balanced, not too acidic, not too salty. However, I was largely neglected by my server. I was sitting at one of the few tables available outside, & the tables inside were busy, but didn't seem overly busy. After I got my cocktail, I took my time to enjoy it & the lovely weather, finished it, & then waited, & waited. Finally decided to get the attention of another server to order my meal. When my original server brought out the salad, I asked if I could also have some bread with it - they said no problem, it will just be a few minutes in the oven (& so I was thinking wow, the bread will be nice). The server never came back with the bread, & never came back period. Since the the salad was generous, I decided to not bother asking for bread again, but again, after finishing my meal, I waited. I had to flag my server down so that I could pay the bill. I still gave a decent tip, since I enjoyed the food, but the service was disappointing, especially since it seems that the service is usually good based on the other reviews.
NYKS is a cool-yet-unassuming bistro/pub that surpasses expectations with it's great food, drinks, & service.
We visited NYKS for lunch on a Thursday afternoon in July. There's a few options in the area of Ste-Catherine & Bleury Streets, but we found one of the best.
Upon arrival around noon, the place was coming alive. The staff were friendly & welcoming. We were quickly seated at a high-top table for two on the sidewalk out front, which was rather nice. NYKS had its streetside garage-style windows rolled up, with nice tables set up at the interior's edge that gave patrons inside a cool summer vibe & made passers-by (like us) want to drop in for a visit.
Our server was excellent. Friendly, charming, efficient, helpful. What more can you ask? It was a hot summer day & he quickly took our drink order & ensured that we had refreshment right away.
Before I discuss the unexpectedly excellent food, I'll mention that our server claimed NYKS had the best pour of Guinness in Montreal. I've been to all the best Irish (& English) pubs in the city, & Guinness is'my' beer, so his words raised an eyebrow. I happily put his claim to the test. The best in the city? Them's fightin' words, on a stage of unstable dynamite. But having recently enjoyed Montreal pub crawl experiences (plural), along with my fair share of pints'o the black stuff, I'll say this: I split the G & thoroughly enjoyed my glass. Followed by another.
The food was outstanding & of much higher quality than we expected for an afternoon lunch at an unpretentious bistro. For that matter, the food was as good (or better) than that which had been served to us at some of top-rated places we'd recently visited. A pleasant surprise!
For an appetizer, we had a fabulous'warm seasonal mushroom brushetta.' For lunch, it was an excellent & surprisingly satisfying Niçoise salad, with a generous portion of pan-seared tuna steak, mixed green salad, green beans, tomatoes, baby potatoes, a soft-boiled egg, kalamata olives, red onions, & fresh herb dressing. Also, a very tasty Ratatouille, with added lamb sausage, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, & puff pastry with basil pesto.
All in all, a 5-star lunch.
I've frequently walked past NYKS in the evening & it appeared to be a popular bar for the 5-to-7 & nighttime crowds. Based on other reviews, it seems that's true. But it's also true that NYKS is more than just a bar. It's a great little place for refreshing drinks & an exceptionally nice meal.
Jul 26, 2025
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My fav spot in Montreal ! Le burger est incroyable, le dessert au chocolat juste parfait. Ambiance cosy, vibes au top, & service irréprochable ( big up à O'Neill 🙌). À tester absolument !
Just got back from a weekend away in Montreal. This was our favorite dinner of the weekend.
The vibe is super cool-great music, stylish decor, & a chill but energetic atmosphere. The food was delish. Every bite was packed with flavor & beautifully presented. Shoutout to Marie, our server, who was seriously amazing. She was so friendly, attentive, & made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back next time we make it back to Montreal.
Love it. Small, & close proximity brings a tight vibe that's really nice. Great staff & service, chill atmosphere great tunes. Great beer selection & unique, great quality food options.
Excellent food, excellent atmosphere & very friendly service staff. The food was Amazing & reasonable costs. The vibe was pretty cool, despite being packed & a full house it was pleasant. The meals came out hot & perfectly timed for good conversations, drinks & enjoying the space.
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Great spot in the middle of Montreal for chill vibes & drinksrinks. Decent menu that is well prepared. We were staying down the street & for a group of thirsty travellers, we found ourselves well taken care of.
OMG, NYK's Bistro Pub in Montreal is seriously THE SPOT for killer mussels & frites! 🦪🍟 This place is legit - their seafood game is super strong, & those mussels? Totally to die for! The vibe is super chill, with friendly staff who know how to serve up some seriously delicious grub. Whether you're looking for a casual dinner or just want to hang with friends, NYK's totally delivers. The fries are crispy, the mussels are fresh, & the whole experience is just chef's kiss. Trust me, if you're in Montreal & craving some epic seafood, NYK's is where it's at - you won't be disappointed !
The restaurant has a cheerful, cozy atmosphere with a vibrant downtown vibe. The food was amazing, & the drinks were unique & delightful. While the food took a little extra time to arrive, the friendly servers made up for it. Overall, it's a great spot to hang out with friends!
Excellent post concert spot. Kitchen is open late. Onion soup is a 10. Cool vibe. Crowded even after 10pm, but friendly staff got us a couple of bar seats.
