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Restaurant Bar Vivar

Spanish wine bar
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
OPEN11:30 am - 9 pm
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Restaurant Bar Vivar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Restaurant Bar Vivar

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*as of 2026-05-01
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Review Summary

Diners describe Bar Vivar as a vibrant, intimate spot that blends classic tapas with original dishes, where a tortilla and other Spanish and Basque inspired plates showcase high quality, seafood forward ingredients, and creative takes on grand classics. The wine and vermouth selection is a highlight, complemented by attentive, friendly service and a warm, cozy atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. The menu changes regularly, presented on a chalkboard, and encourages trying a range of dishes, many of which leave guests inspired and eager to return. While some find the portions small and the prices a bit high, the overall experience is widely praised as worth it, with comments about the thoughtful execution, the kitchen's adventurous spirit, and the welcoming team. The bar vibe and chef driven approach create a memorable, almost cinematic evening that has Montrealers calling it a hidden gem.
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Elevated take on the classic tapas you would fine in a Spanish bar mix with original dishes. They have good vermouth & the staff is friendly. A bit on the pricer side but a fun vibe. I'm not crazy about some of their weird'wooden throne chairs', I guess that's the only negative I could come up with.

Feb 3, 2026
on Google

Lovely small dishes & good wine options.

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

This place is an absolute gem, surprisingly tucked away in plain sight! They serve an amazing variety of Spanish inspired small plates. We opted to sit at the bar & had delightful conversations with chefs Georges & Andreas, who treated us to an impressive spread of dishes that were nothing short of exceptional. The front-of-house manager, Patrick, was equally engaging, & his wine pairings were perfect. From now on, this will be our go-to spot every time we visit Montreal!

Oct 1, 2024
on Google

The tortilla de patatas is absolutely amazing & so is the jamón plate. The drinks & seasonal dishes are hit or miss, I want to love & support this place so much but it's not totally on point unfortunately.

Aug 10, 2024
on Google

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
on Google

This restaurant has the best vibes & menu! Patrick suggested the best dishes - Highly recommend the tortilla, calamari bagel 🤩, zorza & croquettes, just wow! We went home elated

Jan 27, 2024
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