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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Charles

5.0

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

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Catherine

Un vrai'hidden gem' de Montréal. Chef George exécute avec passion des tapas inspirées du nord de l'Espagne. Le charmant Patrick est en charge des accords. Un des rares endroit à Montéal avec plusieurs choix de Xéres & Vermouth. Merci pour la belle soirée

Dec 6, 2025

Marky

3.0

Ham was so heavily marinated that you couldn't taste it. The tortilla de la manana's sharp cheese overpowered the whole thing. The arancini & chicken wings were alright. The French toast with vermouth ice cream was exactly as it should be. Decor was more catered to brunch than dinner considering it's a "bar". Efficient, polite, & proactive service from our waitress. Menu could have been written more clearly on the board, & the other server didn't even offer to explain the menu until asked.

Jan 20, 2025

Willem

Friendly hosts & a great selection of drinks. The Sauvignon Blanc was lovely & they had an excellent range of vermouth. Would recommend!

Oct 10, 2024

Andrew

Very tasty vermouth selection & friendly host!

Dan

While the food was fine, the prices were beyond what I'm comfortable paying. I was hoping to make this my regular spot for a quick vermouth & a few tapas, but spending over $50 for two 2 oz servings of vermouth & two bites of food is highway robbery.

Sep 30, 2024

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