Pub Wolf & Workman serves traditional pub fare within a rustic environment defined by exposed stone walls and classic wooden fixtures. The menu highlights hearty comfort dishes, including beer-battered fish and chips, savory meat pies, and substantial burgers paired with crispy fries. Guests select from a rotating assortment of local and imported draught beers designed to complement the savory, salt-forward flavor profiles of the kitchen. The atmosphere maintains a focus on casual social interaction, supported by a layout that encourages patrons to gather at long communal tables or elevated bar stools. This establishment centers its identity on the standard practices of a quintessential public house, prioritizing accessibility and consistent food preparation. The operational philosophy emphasizes a straightforward approach to drink service and menu execution, ensuring that standard pub offerings remain the focal point for every visitor.
Pub Wolf & Workman is a highly regarded destination in Old Montreal, celebrated for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and an interior that perfectly blends vintage charm with cozy pub comfort. Guests frequently praise the exceptional quality of the menu, with standout items like the iconic chicken pot pie, beef stroganoff pie, and the flavorful scotch egg often cited as highlights. The service is widely described as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making it a favorite spot for both locals and travelers to enjoy everything from brunch to a lively evening out. With its beautiful back patio, impressive selection of craft beers and expertly crafted cocktails, and a consistent ability to provide a memorable dining experience, this pub remains a must visit staple for anyone exploring the area.
My first & only review goes to Wolf & Workman, who absolutely earned it. My friend, Kate, & I spent over a week in Montréal & stumbled upon this spot on our first day. We ended up coming back again & again. The food & drinks were excellent, & the staff couldn't have been kinder to us (shoutout to Kayla!). We're already planning our return to Montréal, & the chicken pot pie & drinks alone are more than enough reason to come back. We're wondering how many visits it'll take before we earn scarf hanging privileges? Our team/place of work would look pretty good up there…
Our group of five tried Wolf & Workman last week. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation, & they were able to seat us immediately. Our server was friendly & made recommendations as requested. He was prompt & helpful. We ended up ordering the Burrata & Mezze Plate for appetizers & the Hanger Steak, Beef Stroganoff Pie & Chicken Pot Pie for entrees. The Mezze Plate was amazing. I highly recommend this dish. It was beautiful & the flavors melded together so well. I loved it. I also loved my Beef Stroganoff Pot Pie. The beef was tender, the mushrooms tantalizing & the savory sauce blew my mind. Three members of our group ordered this dish, & we were all delighted. The Chicken Pot Pie & the Steak were also highly praised. This was a great dining experience.
Definitely recommend trying this pub in Old Montreal. We were a group of 8 people, on Friday evening, & they were able to accommodate us at the terrasse on the back. We stayed for drinks only, they have a lot to choose from & they are all tasty. Beautiful decor & great friendly staff!
Update : came back 2 years after my first review & would still give it a 5⭐. Tried the chicken pot pie, it was good but I prefered the beef Stroganoff pot pie.
We came here for drinks before our dinner at a different restaurant & we regretted not booking this place for our dinner instead. We were drooling over every food that was brought to other tables, we've noticed that the pot pie was the popular dish & I can't wait to try it next time I am in Montreal!
Hearty pub food in the middle of Vieux-Montreal. The mezze plate, burrata & fisherman pie were real standout dishes! We were seated in the outdoor terrace, where there was a fantastic ambience, great service & even dog friendly!
Amazing food & service. I mixed up my reservation & they were so gracious & kind & found us a table despite the busy Saturday night crowd. The food was very very good. Everything we tried - the hanger steak, the pot pies (so incredible), the fattoush - was delicious. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Pub Wolf & Workman impressed in all the ways a top-rated restaurant should. The food, drinks, service, location, ambiance, & value; all excellent!
We made reservations well in advance for a Thursday evening at 7:30 PM. Upon arrival, we were greeted courteously & promptly seated in a dining room. There was a terrace at the back, which looked great & was full of people enjoying the good vibe.
The whole place was lively, with a vibrant buzz, but somehow it also felt warm, inviting & relaxed, as any place calling itself a pub should feel. The inside had an aesthetically pleasing mix of old-world, even luxurious charm, with a nice modern twist. Trendy, yes, but cozy, too.
Our server was very good. Prompt. Friendly. Bilingual. She listened & engaged & gave us bang-on recommendations. It was busy & she had several tables, but she was positive, attentive & readily available all evening. Great job!
The cocktails were on point. A Coconut Marmalade Horchata & a Wild Strawberry Margarita. I also had a nice pour of Murphy's Irish Stout. All were excellent.
We started with a delicious Howard Scotch Egg with maple syrup sausage, Branston chutney & arugula. Fantastic!
For our mains, we sampled from their famous'Pie Shoppe' & had the popular Chicken Pot Pie & Beef Stroganoff Pie. They were amazing. Eye-poppingly humongous & perfectly prepared. Which is better is a matter of personal preference (esp. re: chicken vs. beef), but in our opinion the Beef Stroganoff Pie was extra-delicious & peerless.
The Wolf & Workman left a great impression as a hospitable, somewhat upscale pub-style restaurant with a great offerings & a very nice blend of British/Quebecois vibe, right in the heart of Old Montreal.
