Restaurant Bar Vivar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	11:30 am - 9 pm
Thursday	11:30 am - 9 pm
Friday	11:30 am - 9 pm
Saturday	10 am - 9 pm
Sunday	10 am - 4 pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday

10 am - 9 pm

Sunday

10 am - 4 pm

Bar Vivar offers an elevated take on classic tapas, blending Basque and Spanish influences with inventive dishes and a strong focus on fresh seafood. The chalkboard menu changes often, inviting repeated visits, and the atmosphere is cozy and intimate with warm, attentive service and a well curated wine and vermouth selection. Dishes are described as creative and deeply satisfying, with the tortilla de patatas singled out as a standout and many reviews noting a memorable bar side experience. The experience is refined yet approachable, suitable for dates, friends, families, and private events, with the staff going above and beyond. Prices are commonly noted as on the higher side, but the quality of ingredients, flavors, and service often justify the cost. Occasional critiques mention small portions relative to price, some saltiness, and timing issues with dishes arriving at different times, as well as legibility challenges of the chalkboard menu. Overall Bar Vivar emerges as a hidden gem in Montreal, offering a lively yet cozy Spanish vibe, creative tapas, and a space that encourages repeat visits and culinary inspiration.

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Benjamin

5.0

Une très belle trouvaille. La nourriture était délicieuse, les assaissonements parfaits, l'ambiance cozy, & le service impeccable.

Dec 1, 2025

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Elena

Perfect wine bar, atmosphere is great, cozy interior & immaculate service 👌😍

Nov 30, 2025

Tessa

Bar Vivar is one of those little gems you almost don't want to share because you'd like to keep it all to yourself. It's small, cozy, & full of charm. The chalkboard menu changes often, always fresh, creative, & never boring. Don't get too attached to any one dish, because it may not be there next time, but that's part of the magic. Each visit feels like a new discovery, like the restaurant has a personality of its own. If you're looking for a cozy night with good company, great food, & a little surprise, this is the spot.

Sep 9, 2025

Mhd

The best experience ever, food was fantastic, it's super unique & takes you above cloud. Super friendly staff, atmosphere was cozy. Definitely coming back here

May 17, 2024

Kay

My Husband & I had a delightful experience at Vivar with Patrick one of the owners. The food is fresh, delicious with beautiful presentation. Patrick's knowledge of wine was amazing, he had us enjoying a great variety of wines from around the world. The place is cozy & welcoming. If I didn't live 6 hours away I would make this my go to place tapas & wine. You must put this on your list of places to try!

Apr 7, 2024

Beatriz

What a great surprise! The restaurant has a great cozy ambiance & the service is incredible. The dishes were phenomenal, a real work of art! I highly recommend the octopus, it was superb, really soft & flavorful. The dishes are not huge if you are really hungry you might wanna order two. Will definitely be coming back here!

Mar 22, 2024

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