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.
everything about this place…10/10! my boyfriend took me here for my birthday & everything was absolutely phenomenal!!!! From the food, the ambiance, the service (shoutout Tom, who was the literal BEST!) & everything else in between. I love it here.
my biggest food recommendations are the Sashimi, Duck & tartare + their cocktails of course.
Ambiance très cozy, la musique est vraiment goovy c'est agréable. Nous avons pris le bol de sashimi avec le riz en dessous & tout était très frais. Le poulet était super bon!! Par contre, nous avions commandé les udons & avons reçu les ramens à la place (petite erreur du serveur), mais nous avons décidé de le garder, car nous étions curieux autant d'y gouter. Un peu déçu, ce n'est pas un goût qui plait à tous. Je trouvais que c'était un peu lourd & qu'après quelques bouchées on se tannait. Bref peut-être juste des goûts auxquels nous étions pas habitués, mais pas un plat que je reprendrais personnellement.
Mar 15, 2026
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une belle expérience au Sans Soleil. ca faisait un moment que je voulais y aller. les cocktails étaient bons, le nourriture excellente ! J'ai été impressionnée par les sashimi qui font partis des meilleurs que j'ai mangé à Montréal ! La musique est sympa & le service agréable. Un bel endroit !
Very cool speakeasy- attentive servers & food was extraordinary! Every single dish we ordered had such unique flavours & the quality of the sashimi was exceptional. Really enjoyed the vibe- the music in the background was very chill & the lighting was appropriately dim. Highly recommend!
Booked the Sans Soleil bar for a 6:30 dinner to be able to enjoy the DJ that begins playing at 8pm. To clarify, their food menu is from Fleurs & cadeaux which was absolutely phenomenal - their sashimi selection is to die for as it is so fresh. They have this delicious 2yr aged soya sauce which is also provided for the sashimi. We also ordered the uni chips & dip, the marinated veggies & the peanut sauce udon. The service was generally pretty great but it took over 45 minutes for our last dish (we think the kitchen forgot our final dish which is why service was so slow in the end). All in all, would love to return again for this delightful supper club located below the eclectic pink restaurant! They also had a fun vending machine filled with beers & sakes which is meant to mimic all the fun vending machines japan is known for!
Quel bel endroit, un petit bar bien caché. Le choix de boissons est très bien, lcocktails, bières, vin & saké. La nourriture excellente, j'aurais aimé goûter à tout, mais ma limite a vite été atteinte avec quelques de plats partagés. Le sashimi de saumon, ouaaa le bonheur avec la petite sauce soya vieillie. Andrée-Anne a fait un excellent service & bien répondu à nos questions. Malheureusement la soirée s'est terminée rapidement avec une panne électrique. Nous avons eu droit à une facture fait à la main. Quelle expérience. À notre sortie, il y avait plusieurs camions de pompier, ce qui a dû déclencher le manque d'électricité. Nous voyons y retourner.
The food, vibe, music & attention to detail was fantastic. Melt in your mouth sashimi, tasty duck, pork belly & udon. Ask for a sake pairing & try something earthy & fun. Great recommendations from our server on their sake. Mind blowing flavours. Great experience.
Nov 13, 2023
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Sans Soleil is an absolute standout for food & cocktails in Montreal. Tucked away in a tiny space, this charming speakeasy is an adventure to find but well worth the effort. While it seems to be a popular nightlife spot for dancing & music, the real stars are the inventive dishes & expertly crafted cocktails.
My new wife & I visited Sans Soleil while honeymooning in Montreal. The lovely & passionate server Lily guided us through the menu, explaining each item with such attention to detail. We were blown away by the quality & unique fusion of French & Asian flavors, especially at these reasonable prices. The sashimi was incredibly fresh & converted me into a raw fish fan. The duck sashimi style was a revelation - if you've never tried it, you must.
Every dish was meant for sharing & arrived one after another in a progression of flavors. Subtle, complex tastes were artfully arranged in ways I didn't expect from this unassuming spot. Lily delighted in making recommendations, practically ordering for us after hearing what we liked.
The cocktails were just as strong, flavorful & inventive as the food. Each one came with an unexpected twist. The music & dance floor didn't appeal to us that night, but some regulars mentioned it was an odd night for the usual scene.
Make sure Sans Soleil is on your Montreal bar crawl list. This soulful hidden gem delivers an absolutely memorable food & cocktail experience worth savoring.
Enfin un bar où le débit sonore est parfait! Les sashimis sont dignes des plus grands restos, les cocktails sont délicieux le staff génial. Merci pour tout!
One of my fave restaurants in Montreal. The food is incredibly good & fresh, the set up , decor & ambiance is super cool, without trying too hard, the downstairs bar is tasteful, mature & the DJs that play are lowkey & good nothing pretentious. The noodles & bowl of rice with sashimi on top are to die for. My boyfriend & I brought friends there last night & we're already trying to rsvp for this Friday with another set of friends to get them to share our resto "discovery ".
