Polari is Villeray’s newest natural wine bar. With only a couple of tables and a handful of bar seats, the cozy room is perfect for sipping on a great selection of wines from small producers paired with a short menu filled with top-quality products from excellent Québec artisans, such as bread from Hof Kelsten and charcuterie from Aliments Viens.
Polari stands out as a warm, neighborhood wine bar with a simple, sincere menu of small plates, a strong, varied wine list, and attentive, friendly staff; the space is intimate and chic with a cozy vibe and a terrace, making it ideal for after work, dates, or casual evenings with friends, while some visits note occasional cold service or dishes arriving at room temperature; overall, it feels like a refreshing, affordable go-to where every drink and bite adds to a welcoming, enjoyable experience.
Je suis allé pour une date au bar ce mardi 5 Mai 2026 & la serveuse avait une attitude désagréable! Elle a fait des commentaires intrusifs & une attitude hautaine tout au long du service. Vraiment décevant...
Perfect wine bar...wish it was my local one --- out-of-towner here. Beautifully selected wines & the bites are perfect to pair with the drinks. The staff are all friendly & professh, & super cute.
May 12, 2026
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Polari is a perfect neighborhood bar. In a compact space on a quiet street, it's where wine nerds & locals who are in-the-know go. They gave a great selection of natural wine, & when I'm not drinking I love that they carry Drinks Farm. There are also some snacks that are simple & pair well with a glass of something bright & irreverent. Service is knowledgeable & present without being overbearing. A true Montreal gem.
Been here three times. I find their wines overpriced & mediocre. The non alcoholic options are terrible. & the food options are laughable & overpriced.
The service matches Parisian standards. We are grateful to be served.
The appeal of a neighbourhood bar is understandable. But using queerness as a way to celebrate or propagate mediocrity is disappointing.
Ambiance chaleureuse & excellent service !
La nourriture était délicieuse & de très bonne qualité & le vin impeccable
Je recommande vivement cet endroit & j'y reviendrai sans hésiter:)
Polari propose un repas tout en simplicité, où chaque bouchée révèle une sincérité & une maîtrise rares. Pas de flafla, juste des saveurs honnêtes, un service impeccable & une ambiance chaleureuse. Une halte parfaite sur la rue de Castelnau.
Went to Polari a couple of times in the past few weeks & had always had a great time.
The food portions aren't big, so it takes a few different plates if you're looking to make a meal, but they're all delicious (even the bread with whipped butter is a hit!) & perfect for snacking.
The wine selection is excellent, varied, & just extensive enough to keep things interesting without being overwhelming. For non-wine drinkers, the cocktails are also top notch & the beer selection is small but solid.
The service is absolutely wonderful! Everyone is very friendly & super knowledgeable about both the food & drinks, so if you're unsure of what to take, they'll be able to help guide you to something you'll enjoy.
The decor is simple, but strikes an awesome balance between chic & warm/cozy. Music adds to the atmosphere, but is still quiet enough that you can easily talk without needing to raise your voice.
I definitely recommend Polari for a drink & snacks!
This is honestly one of the most refreshing spots to go to in the city. I've been quite a bit of times over the past year & I can earnestly say that the wine list has been incredibly curated, affordable & everything glass I've had has been insanely delicious. The food also packs its punch. Small sharing plates with produce from JT market & fish/seafood conservas in cans that I'm a total sucker for. Can't recommend this place enough 🫰
Points forts : Lieu très agréable, avec une vraie vibe de quartier. On y croise ses voisins un mercredi soir tranquille ou un samedi plus festif. Belle sélection de snacks & de vins, assez accessible sans être trop basique. J'aime particulièrement le service au comptoir, surtout l'été. Service en général très sympa!
Points faibles : Malheureusement, il suffit qu'une employée soit tellement désagréable, que les clients finissent par en parler entre eux. Je ne laisse jamais d'avis d'habitude, mais elle a été carrément méchante avec nous, sans raison claire.
