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Piranha Bar

Downtown
4.4$$
OPEN8 am - 3 am
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Piranha Bar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Located in the middle of the centre of the heart of downtown, downstairs we have punching bag strength tester, pool table and darts, classic arcade game, VLTs, and upstairs a 300 capacity live music venue. We love Montreal and provide relaxed, quality experience... and at night we are a spaceship come meet aliens

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Reviews for Piranha Bar

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on Google4.1 (1400+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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63%
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Review Summary

Reviews describe Piranha Bar as a downtown dive with an electric, eclectic vibe where cheap drinks, a welcoming crowd and a heavy metal, punk and goth sensibility draw locals and visitors alike. Staff are repeatedly praised for friendly, attentive service, the shows are well staged with solid sound for the venue size, and the place is noted for its lively atmosphere, a big terrace and even slot machines. Safety is a concern for some, with warnings to go in groups for young women and calls for better security. No kitchen currently serving food, but outside food is allowed, and the venue is known for its real piranha tank feature that adds to the unique vibe. Overall the place is seen as a standout metal-focused hub in the city, beloved by a mixed crowd and appreciated for its character, price point, and consistent live entertainment.
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genuinely the worst bar in montreal. avoid. the bouncers are the worst, they police the bathrooms & forcibly removed a transgender woman out of a washroom stall because she didn't look'woman' enough. ive also seen them confiscate belongings during bag checks. not to mention their complicity in hosting problematic right wing bands that other venues won't take. avoid avoid avoid if youre a real punk.

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

Awesome place to see tribute bands I love it

Jun 3, 2025
on Google

What a fun venue to watch live band!

May 8, 2025
on Google

Came here for a Mayday hip hop concert. FYI there is 3 levels at this establishment. The basement level were I mistakenly went first was jammed packed & was rocking pretty awesome was not my final destination. Main level is the bar/pub & upstairs was where I was supposed to be. I did visit the main floor bar & the staff was very nice, wasn't too busy. This review is mainly for the upstairs venue. Poor signage to say the least if you walk up off the street at least. The upstairs was small, sound was good right at the stage but anything further back was way way too loud. The performers had issues with the venues wireless mics so one had to stay mostly stationary with the wired mic. Green room was tiny but added to the charm. Stage was pretty small & there is a large concrete beam almost forehead level on stage with lights that went directly into the performers eyes. I had a great time. Drinks were reasonable. Got to seey favorite band so no real complaints from me. Would love to see them in the downstairs spot in the future.

Sep 9, 2024
on Google

Cool spot with Absolute Undergrounds all over the bathroom. My band's ad is in this photo. Neat little moment for my partner & I. He's an AU ad salesman.

Sep 2, 2024
on Google
5.0

One of the best venues to see Metal bands passing through town, especially now that the stage is located in the basement. This makes it much cooler in the summer months. Regardless, good sound & intimate setting with clear sightlines. Always good beer available at competitive prices. Be sure to see all your favorite, obscure, Metal bands here.

May 28, 2024
on Google

I sometimes go to this venue to see local music acts, my friends & their bands often play here. Never ate the food here (didn't even know they had food here), but the drinks aren't too expensive. Will definitely come back here for more shows.

Apr 30, 2024
on Google

The sound guy for concerts is the best I've ever seen in hundreds of bar shows! All three bands sounded incredible & we left without our ears ringing. Great bar service, friendly staff. It is however your typical Mtl alley out back, but we all expect that at these venues, it adds to the flavor!

Sep 17, 2023
on Google

No question...its a Rock Bar but great bands, great music. Three floors so all different types of rock & metal. Friendly vibes

Sep 3, 2023
on Google