Reviews describe Pubjelly as a vibrant, high energy dining spot with a warm atmosphere and a focus on sharing plates and standout service. Diners frequently praise the food as excellent or phenomenal, with favorites including seafood options like lobster croquettes, grilled octopus, and beef tartare, along with crafted cocktails and strong wines. The service is repeatedly described as attentive, coordinated, and genuinely friendly, creating a welcoming environment even on busy nights or for groups and families. The vibe mixes energy with romance and an unpretentious, world class level of hospitality. Some notes mention occasional price concerns and variable value, occasional delays or long waits during peak times, and a few dishes that did not meet expectations such as overcooked potatoes or a less successful pizza, yet highlights and menu versatility keep guests returning. Locations described as lively and picturesque in the Old Port, with reservations recommended for the terrace on warm days. A recurring theme is the effort and teamwork of staff across the floor, kitchen, and bar, delivering a consistently positive experience and a reason to return for both new and repeat visits.
Very sceney spot. The vibe is great for energy & romance. Come here with the expectation to enjoy the experience & see & meet interesting & exciting people. Dozen oysters come with a free martini from 5-7pm Tue-Saturday
The vibe is really nice & the drinks are really good. The food is less than average for the price, specifically the octopus which tasted like it was heated in the microwave
Feb 14, 2026
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My god-what a place. This was our second visit to Pub Jelly, & it absolutely delivered again.
The food is phenomenal-not trying to be flashy, just excellent & competitive at the highest level. What truly sets it apart, though, is the service. The entire team operates as one unit: host, servers, kitchen, bar, expo-everyone is completely dialed in & clearly communicating. It's rare to see that level of coordination, & it shows.
Best of all, there's zero pretension. We showed up in sweats with less-than-perfectly-behaved kids & felt totally welcome. World-class service, great food, & a genuinely warm, unforced vibe. You can tell they care-& that they actually enjoy working together.
Sister restaurant to Jellyfish which is much cozier & smaller. We've been multiple times & always enjoyed the food & vibe of this place. Meat & fish are always great. The cocktails are delicious. It does get loud on busy nights but not nearly as bad as next door. Highly recommend for a great meal with some excellent service.
We very much enjoyed our second destination meal in Montréal at Pubjelly. As it was our last night, we splurged to share a bottle of wine & enjoyed our shared dinner of PEI Oysters, Quebec Snow Crabs, Cauliflower Tempura & Shrimp Focaccia. They call the latter pizza & it was probably our least favorite dish. Service was great as was the vibe. It did seem expensive, but we were still adapting to big city prices!
I had an amazing dining experience at Pubjelly. The staff, especially our waiter, was exceptional. The service was prompt & attentive. The food was delicious, but what truly set this place apart was the wonderful vibe & the staff's dedication to ensuring a memorable dining experience. I can't wait to return!
What a great vibe! Loved everything about it! The service, the food & the drinks. Our waiter was phenomenal, he was able to suggest things on the menu according to our taste, he was on point! We had a variety choice of oysters, soooo good & so fresh! We pretty much ordered a bunch of things on the menu & everything was delicious! I would definitely come back!!
