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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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Electrifying rock & metal atmosphere/ heads

Aug 12, 2025
on Google

For lovers of rock & metal that is your destination staff are extremely nice & friendly a must try

May 3, 2025
on Google

If you like gothic rock-style bar or just looking for a place where to have big okay beer for 10$ & play pool then this is ideal.

Mar 2, 2025
on Google

Une de mes bars préférés avec la bonne musique rock, des fois ça arrive industriel mais tu peux choisir n'importe quelle chanson avec $1, la seule détaille ils acceptent pas débit/interac, seulement crédit & cash alors prépare vous votre carte ou cash en advance.

Jan 3, 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

It's Piranha bar, man. The new haven for rockers & metalheads since Fouf's sold out. You've got all the usual potables, several floors, 2 reserved usually for events like local shows, & all in all, it's a fine place to sleaze out with your rocker buddies.

Aug 12, 2024
on Google
3.0

Not much of a vibe about the place during the day. Bit disappointing that a rock/metal bar was playing Brit pop music like Blur....

Jun 13, 2024
on Google

The best rock/metal bar in Montreal.

Dec 12, 2023
on Google

calling this place a dive bar is almost an insult: great for a post workout beer with all the sport venues upstairs (jiu-jitsu, boxing, indoor football), its all booze, rock & roll, & bartenders in cute goth/metal outfits. you feel a bit back in time, & in the best way. if you are into the whole rock & roll scene, this place will feel like home coming back for a gig for sure, see you guys soon :)

Dec 8, 2023
on Google

Is this Montréals best dive bar
I dunno but if it is... glad I went.
Had some time to kill before catching a train & so I travelled down rue Sainte Catharine & found this gem.
Decor (sort of run down Canadiana), Casino (game slots on the other side of the space), Music (alternative, rock, metail), & a pool table - I dunno, it all just fit!
Cool drink specials during the day & the service was actually pretty good. Servers came to us for orders & all of it was enough to have tons of talking points.
Screens around to watch any game that is being played was nice.
Didn't realize concerts were played in here as well... maybe next time!

Sep 15, 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