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Sans Soleil Bar

Chinatown
4.6$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 6:30 pm
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Sans Soleil Bar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
BarGreat selection of cocktails

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Reviews for Sans Soleil Bar

Food
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on Google4.6 (400+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Reviews describe Sans Soleil Bar as a vibrant, intimate venue with a speakeasy mood and a vinyl led DJ vibe that transitions from dinner to a late night dance floor, drawing praise for the warm atmosphere and attentive service. The food earns frequent high marks for quality and flavor, with favorites like sashimi, duck magret, and other carefully prepared dishes; some diners note that portions can be small and seating is snug when the room is crowded. Drinks are highlighted for craft and variety, including well made cocktails and a notable focus on Japanese influences, though a limited downstairs drink menu at times is mentioned. The staff and overall hospitality are repeatedly praised for friendliness, knowledge, and responsiveness, contributing to a sense of welcome even during busy periods. Taken together, Sans Soleil Bar is seen as a standout Montreal spot for those seeking a unique combination of excellent food, strong drinks, and a music driven atmosphere, with many fans planning return visits despite occasional organizational hiccups on crowded nights.
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Went on a Wednesday & a Saturday. Wednesday was way more fun because more room to dance & not as crowded plus the crowd was way better felt like pros vs amateurs. This place spins strictly vinyl & bartenders really take their time craft the drinks on Wednesday. Bartender spent like 10 minutes on my drinks on Wednesday night.

Dec 7, 2025
on Google

We were seated at the bar & had the wonderful company of the bartender. He was knowledgeable & had great recommendations for the saké. Very welcoming without being nosy. The food was excellent, we had the agedashi tofu & chirashi sushi. An authentic & elevated rendition of japanese cuisine. Great overall experience

Aug 11, 2025
on Google

A bit too much narrative from the bouncer before we were allowed in, a bit too much fog inside, a bit too much tired 80s music from the DJ, & a bit too much harassment from a drunk local patron (not the venue's fault).

The venue has potential, but we left early due to the factors listed above.

The drinks were fine, but the lighting was so dim it was difficult to read the menu & appreciate the work the bartender put into the drinks.

Jun 26, 2025
on Google
5.0

Got a table at the bar last minute. Had the BEST bartender walk us through the food & sake. Shared stories of Japan. We asked for some teaching on how to eat traditionally. He was so genuine & took this experience beyond anything we have had in the past. The food & the vibe & the music (dj) was wonderful but his personality & time is something we will talk about for a long time. The club vibe after dinner was also really great. Music dancing food team 10 out of 10.

Apr 27, 2025
on Google

Drinks were great & one of the bartenders looked like Troye Sivan 💜💜

Oct 14, 2024
on Google

Worth every penny & minute, the staff is stunning & the food just as amazing, also huge shoutout to the bartenders I had that night, literally stole my heart ❤️

Apr 5, 2024
on Google
5.0

Bartender & host were very fantastic- not sure their names, bartender with buzzed hair & a nose piercing & host with a buzzed head & sleeveless shirt (Feb 17th, 7:00pm). Had great recommendations, conversations, & very accommodating. Food & cocktails were incredible. Overall a highlight of our trip from Boston to Montreal.

Feb 20, 2024
on Google

This basement bar presents a fun urban experience. No visible front, when you come to this place you'll recognize it from a door with a lineup at the side of a random lot. Gives it a somewhat underground feel to it, pun intended. There is no cover which is great. The place was visibly never fully renovated to be a bar, so it still has the layout of a commercial basement. It does offer some seating around the sides & the back room which is nice. It gets loud but you can still hold a conversation if you are trying to. The bartenders are skilled at their craft. Music here is a bit unconventional but very fun to dance to. Overall this place has a different but enjoyable vibe.

Nov 3, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
2.0

Bartender was not friendly.

Aug 4, 2023
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Great space with excellent sound. Server & bartender were super friendly & knowledgeable. Early in the night we had great service. Later in the evening, as DJ set started, we felt a bit ignored. We tried to order our dinner & learned the kitchen had closed & no one mentioned it. Overall a good night out though, we just had to drink our dinner instead of eating.

Jul 24, 2023