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.
This is a great spot & I have eaten here often with much pleasure but things have changed--something I wish had been made clear on the website. Previously, same menu upstairs at Fleurs & Cadeaux & downstairs at Sans Soleil. No longer. I came for a special sake & some fave dishes which are no longer available downstairs. While they still share a kitchen, it seems the two venues are now being made more distinct from each other. I prefer the upstairs menu & seating style so won't be visiting downstairs again. Note that much seating is on backless stools--my friend & I tried to sit side by side so that we should both have back support but were not permitted as it would crowd the next table. We each had a drink & left (after asking for my fave sake to be brought downstairs) so I don't know how to rate this venue now. Great for people with strong backs who enjoy the music-forward vibe. I'm sure the food & drink will be excellent but it may not so comfortable for people who want a quieter space for conversation & need seating with a back.
Most fantastic & delicious dinner. Such a great spot with amazing vibes. The music was spot on & the service was top notch. Great recommendations & tasty food!
Mar 12, 2025
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Sans Soleil est bien plus qu'un restaurant : c'est une véritable expérience culinaire, sensorielle & visuelle combinée! Hier soir, entre amis, nous avons dégusté le menu découverte, & chaque plat était un voyage pour les papilles. L'ambiance décontractée & ultra-cool, accompagnée d'une excellente sélection musicale, a ajouté une dimension unique à notre soirée. Le staff est chaleureux, attentionné, & contribue à rendre l'expérience encore plus agréable. Je recommande fortement à tout amateur de bonne cuisine & de vibes relax & modernes. Une adresse incontournable à Montréal!
The food was nothing short of extraordinary from start to finish! We opted for the Chef's Choice menu, & every dish was a delightful surprise that just kept surpassing our expectations. Our server, Pablo, was an absolute gem-hilarious, friendly, & attentive. He answered all our questions & made us feel completely at home. We were celebrating a friend's birthday, & the thoughtful extra touches truly made the evening special. The music & DJ perfectly set the vibe for an unforgettable night. Highly recommend!
My husband & I were visiting Montreal for a few days & intended to go to Fleurs & Cadeaux for dinner, but we got sent to Sans Soleil when we arrived. Boy are we glad we ended up there! The vibe at Sans Soleil was so cozy & fun, perfect for a rainy Sunday evening, & we loved the DJ. The cocktails were creative & tasty, & the food was incredible. We ate every last bite. Andie, our server, was amazing too! We left feeling like we lucked out having this great dinner experience in such a fun spot we never would've found on our own.
Oct 7, 2024
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I hate to say it but there are some bars that just guarantee good music & good vibes & this is one of them. However I have found that recently there have been many tech bros & finance bros coming I think becuase it's so close to the convention centers & it's fine but also they all bring their backpacks here & then it's like stuff is jingling around in there while they're dancing & I just feel like it's a small space already so it just takes up a lot more space to bring your backpack to the dance floor like there's a lot of storage for you to just leave your bag on the ground I promise no one is going to steal it like idk
The drink & vibe were good but the waiters were super rude!!! First of all we asked them for food & he said it's gonna be the last call & just after two minutes he said it's done no more food! Then they got the order & asked for money before serving which was my first experience like this & felt very uncomfortable! Last but not least my friend asked a waiter to come for another order he didn't answer & just with gestures said come here!!! It's a shame!
the food & vibe was great! i love places like this that are cool, & hip & fun but tbh i thought maybe the service was a biiiiiiiiiit of a too cool for you vibe. that being said, it was still lovely & i'd go back.
Aug 7, 2024
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My husband & I had a nice time at this cute & very small, semi-hidden cocktail bar. The vibe is reminiscent of grandma's basement - super cozy & cool. Perhaps the best part of the experience was that the food at Sans Soleil is served from their sister restaurant, Fleurs & Cadeaux, which is upstairs. The noodles might be the best thing we ate our entire trip!
Really cool place. I like the food, drinks, & the vibe. I've been a few times & the service has always been okay, but for whatever reason the staff was unpleasant my last time visiting. They just did not seem like they wanted to be there or that they were happy I was there. I went with a friend from out of town, & after we put in our drink/food order he actually asked me if he had done something to offend the server (he didn't do anything & is generally a really polite person). We ended up staying for only one drink & a snack then went elsewhere for round 2.
Jun 26, 2024
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Im not one to write bad reviews, but the service was terrible. I've worked in the industry for a long time & I've never witnessed something like this..... seriously re-consider some of the staff or perhaps more experienced people! other than that vibes are great & so is the music.
Food was perfectly executed. Special shout out to Chef Aaron for proposing a thoughtful sequence of dishes. Service was also particularly friendly. Not sure I'm spelling their name correctly, but Elyes was truly the best, from the moment we arrived until we left. Vibes were also on point. Book those two DJs often ;) 11/10!
WOW!! Incredible food, service, ambiance, & vibe. One of the best dinners I've had in a while. The donburi, tuna, & duck were phenomenal & the cocktails delicious. Loved how the place transforms into a cozy dance club as the night progresses. Highly recommend for a special night out.
