Philémon Bar

Mehnush

1.0

We had a very disappointing experience on New Year's Eve. There was no information or explanation on the website about any mandatory food service or special conditions for that night.

We had only reserved seats at the bar, & when we arrived, we clearly told the staff twice that our reservation was for the bar area. After we were seated, they poured champagne for us without asking or explaining anything beforehand. Then we were told that on that night, if you have a reservation, you must dine there & pay for food.

This policy was never mentioned on the website, nor was it explained to us in advance. As a result, we were forced to leave after only about ten minutes & still had to pay $44 for three glasses of champagne that we did not request.

Overall, the experience showed very poor management & communication. This behavior was unprofessional & disappointing.

1 janv. 2026

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Melissa

1.0

this place sucks. service is waaaaaay too long, like 20 min to receive a drink & music like basically chom fm but super loud. what is up with the volume going up & down & the lights. bye losers

16 déc. 2025

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Camille

2.0

Aucune option de nourriture quand nous sommes passés
Pas de service en français :((((
Mais sinon beau bar & la musique était bien

8 déc. 2025

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Jordan

3.0

Meh. Faux upscale. Not very good.

6 juil. 2025

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Stephanie

5.0

Un Moscow Mule des plus réussi !

L'ambiance & choix de musique parfait (un peu plus rock comme j'aime), les drinks au 1001 saveurs & le super service A+++ font de cet endroit le parfait match pour une soirée arrosée entre amis.

3 juil. 2025

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Adam

5.0

Good drinks, friendly bartenders

27 juin 2025

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Shana

4.0

Completely IN LOVE WITH MILAN! He was MVP all night! The place was a lil too packed for my liking but he made the stay go from a 30 minute drop in to 3 hours!! Music was a 4 star on 5

25 mai 2025

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Maya

4.0

At the end a great experience, even with a bit of a bumpy rode 😅 I reserved for my birthday for 10 people 3 weeks in advance & the waitress explained that there's food, drinks, we'll have the lounge & I can bring a cake with me. I confirmed by text 2 days before. On the same day, at 2 pm, the same waitress calls saying there will be no food - like none, literally just olives - available because the chef is sick. Which I understand, but on a Saturday night I'd expect some back up. The waitress told us she's sorry & knows it's a party of 10 & that it will be challenging to find another place, but she contacted several restaurants nearby to accommodate us. We ended up all searching for half an hour & I found a place to dine. The waitress also told us we were welcome to the lounge at 10pm (which normally they only take reservations until 8pm) & offered a bottle of Prosecco to apologize. We arrived at 10:15 & got seated & had our bottle, & ended up having a great time! Thanks for accommodating.
A great place to dance but gets JAMMED PACKED. If I wasn't on the lounge it would be annoying to be in such a crowd.

11 mai 2025

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Philippe

3.0

If you like dive bars this is the place for you. Very nice bartender. Two gin tonics cost $28 as though it was a high end bar. Everything is very old & beaten up.

20 avr. 2025

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Vyg

5.0

Had a blast here! Bar was LIT on a Wednesday night-even with the road torn up like a war zone for construction. Cozy dim atmosphere, beautiful & intriguing people, great music, lots of seating. Vibes were epic.

With such hospitable owners like Ariel & JD, & friendly bartenders like Antoine, can't help but feel the magic at this special little gem. Grateful to discover our new favorite hang out in the old port. 10/10

10 avr. 2025

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Arthur

5.0

Bar avec le meilleur staff de Montréal, bonne musique & bon cocktails

13 mars 2025

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Marcela

5.0

Looked like a great space, but was closed at 6pm on a Saturday night despite what Google had listed as hours.

1 févr. 2025

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Alain

4.0

Too crowded for my taste. Service impeccable

30 déc. 2024

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Chris

5.0

Good drinks

29 déc. 2024

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Romain

5.0

Bon endroit pour faire la fête. Le lieu offre des DJ set & des soirées à thème. Le personnel est très sympa.

8 déc. 2024

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Rebecca

2.0

We went here on a Sunday night when the bar was basically empty. Getting there was tough with all the construction. The espresso martinis were watered down. At one point, the whole bar came together to enjoy a song (Iris), & the small bar started to create a beautiful vibe. Everyone was singing. Then the bartenders stopped the song halfway through, killing the vibe. Maybe we would have stayed if the vibes were good, but this bar does not know how to create or maintain one. We left as soon as this happened.

7 oct. 2024

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Christopher

4.0

Philemon Bar in Old Port, Montreal, offers a chic & vibrant atmosphere, perfect for a lively night out. The bar's modern, industrial design combined with its cozy ambiance makes it a great spot to unwind or catch up with friends. The music selection is excellent, often featuring live DJs, which enhances the overall experience. The drinks menu is well-curated with a variety of cocktails, beers, & wines. The bartenders are skilled & friendly, always ready to recommend something new if you're undecided. The crowd is generally upbeat, contributing to a fun & energetic vibe throughout the night. However, the bar can get quite crowded, especially on weekends, which might make it challenging to find a spot to sit. The prices are also on the higher side, but the quality of drinks & the ambiance justifies it. Overall, Philemon Bar is a fantastic choice for those looking to enjoy a lively evening in Old Port, offering great drinks, music, & atmosphere. It's definitely worth a visit, though be prepared for a bustling crowd & slightly steeper prices.

17 août 2024

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B

5.0

Great atmosphere with a mixed crowd. Friendly door & bar staff. Its a good time.

12 août 2024

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Eric

5.0

We had a great time sitting at the bar, listening to great music (90s, 2000s hip hop) & people watching.

11 août 2024

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Mzoo

4.0

Bonne ambiance rien à redire.

5 août 2024

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