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Restaurant Bar Vivar

Spanish wine bar
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
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Restaurant Bar Vivar operates as a vibrant hybrid space that functions as both a curated market and a Spanish-inspired eatery. Patrons find an assortment of high-quality imported goods, such as artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and specialized pantry staples that reflect authentic Iberian culinary traditions. The preparation of hot plates prioritizes bold, simple flavors characteristic of classic Mediterranean cooking techniques. Seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and savory tapas dominate the menu, providing a focused selection of small plates designed for communal consumption. Wooden accents and minimalist shelving define the aesthetic, bridging the gap between a functional retail environment and a casual dining destination. This dual-concept establishment ensures that guests can shop for gourmet ingredients while simultaneously engaging with the rich, unpretentious flavors of regional Spanish recipes.

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Bar Vivar is widely celebrated as a cozy, charming destination that transports diners to Spain through its creative, high-quality tapas and authentic pintxos. Frequent visitors consistently praise the fresh, seafood-forward dishes, noting the tortilla, calamares, and croquetas as standout menu items that reflect a passionate, innovative culinary approach. While most guests describe the service as friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, opinions regarding pricing and portion sizes are mixed, with some finding the experience expensive for the quantity provided. Despite occasional feedback about the seating or service consistency, the overall consensus highlights a warm, artistic atmosphere where the rotating, chalkboard-style menu ensures that every visit feels like a unique and inspired discovery.
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Kevin
5.0

Big grin on my face as I walked out of Bar Vivar. The food was so delicious that it gave me chills. Great for a midday vermut. The tortilla is the highest form of the art. Chef George & team are also super cool & interesting people. Thanks y'all!

Oct 22, 2025
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Carlos
2.0

Menu was illegible, hand written on a blackboard. Portions were very small & pricey for what they were, food was way too salty & arrived in different times so my friend had to wait 5 minutes for her meal while mine had arrived.

Oct 5, 2025
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Nicolas
5.0

Hidden gem restaurant. Was in Spain a week ago & felt like I was still there. High quality ingredients, great service & cute spot. You must go there if you want good Galician food at a reasonable price!

Sep 27, 2025
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Tessa
5.0

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
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Mathilde
4.0

Super chaleureux, sans prétention, des vrais amoureux des bonnes bouffes & bon vins. Nous avons passé une belle soirée, la playlist était 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

Aug 28, 2025
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Hadrien
5.0

We were a table of four.
Great food! We'll be coming back!

Aug 24, 2025
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Rafael
5.0

Lovely small dishes & good wine options.

Aug 23, 2025
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Guillaume
5.0

Wow ! On s'est régalé. Ils font tout maison, on a pris le jamon, le chorizo & les croquetas avec un excellent cocktail.

Merci beaucoup, le service était tout aussi excellent 👌

Aug 21, 2025
on Google
Serial
5.0

Super chill place, good energy, ever changing menu. Try the jamon.

Aug 21, 2025
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James
5.0

Plonk good, food better, the kitchen knows what they're doing, delicious + lots of choice, sauce on the croquetas (sic) was glossy & punchy, they're making their own ice cream, its just quality for money

Jul 31, 2025
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