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Restaurant Bar Vivar

Spanish wine bar
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
CLOSEDOpens Thursday at 11:30 am
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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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4.7153 ratings
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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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5.0

On a passé une très belle soirée ! La bouffe était très bonne & le service aussi. Je viens de l'Espagne mais j'habite ici depuis 8 ans. Mes parents visitent souvent & ils aiment la cuisine espagnole, ils étaient super contents & ils ont dit que c'est le meilleur restaurant qu'ils ont essayé à Montréal. Leur vermut est aussi très bon :) On reviendra !

May 31, 2024
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Dorota
5.0

this place is amazing. our server called our friend a wiener.

May 25, 2024
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Guy
5.0

What a great way to begin a week long vacation in Montreal. Do yourself a favor & ask the host to curate your selections for you. We'll be back again before we go home.

May 19, 2024
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David
3.0

Ambiance: - Plus un bistro high end $$$ qu'un bar à tapas. La bouffe; - Exécution : très bien - Le goût: manque un petit kick/je ne sais quoi

May 19, 2024
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Kim
5.0

We stumbled into this restaurant, tired & hungry from a day of traveling. The maitre d' saw us coming & proceeded to take care of us the way a maitre d' should. He ascertained how hungry we were (very) & curated a most delicious meal. There was a deliciously crunchy fried thing, a Spanish tortilla with lobster, sweetbreads that were light & delicious despite being fried, a morel & fried egg dish that was out of this world, & steak frites that were a religious experience. To describe dessert as French toast with vanilla ice cream doesn't do this dish justice. All the wait staff were top notch. Seriously. Go here & eat. You will not regret it.

May 18, 2024
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Sam
5.0

Authentic, interesting, as close to the real thing as you can get with an exceptional Montreal touch!

May 18, 2024
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Mhd
5.0

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
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Dennis
5.0

Great food. Incredible service. Amazing wines. Highly recommended!!!

May 17, 2024
on Google
Olivier
5.0

Excellente expérience chez Vivar, accueil très convivial. Nous avons laissé l'hôte des lieux choisir le vin & les plats & c'était délicieux !

May 15, 2024
on Google
Laurent
5.0

Très beau restaurant avec l'esprit espagnol, la joie de vivre, le soleil , plats généreux & très bien élaboré par le chef , je conseils vraiment !! 🥘🍷🌞

May 15, 2024
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