Reviews describe Snowbird Tiki Bar as a tropical escape that transports guests from Montreal into an immersive, visually striking space. The decor earns frequent praise for intricate carvings and striking lighting, creating an intimate yet playful vibe. The venue combines high end vibes with affordable prices, and the cocktail program stays true to tiki roots while adding clever twists. Drinks are a major draw, from dramatic showpieces like a zombie and a flaming volcano bowl to well balanced classics, often with eye catching garnishes. The atmosphere is ideal for dates or nights out with friends, with a relaxing midweek energy and more lively weekends. Food is not the focus for many, though the Cuban sandwich is available. The space, including a summer terrace, feels transportive and unique for tiki lovers, making Snowbird Tiki Bar a standout Montreal destination despite occasional slower service and occasional price increases.
Walking into Snowbird Tiki Bar felt like you suddenly aren't in Montréal anymore, but in a tropical paradise.
The first thing that hits you is the decor. It is next-level. I'm talking intricate carvings, gorgeous lighting, & a vibe that is totally immersive. I was shocked at how cool the place looked considering the prices are actually really reasonable. It's definitely high-end vibes without the high-end price tag.
As for the drinks, they clearly know their stuff. It's a solid cocktail program that sticks to traditional tiki roots but adds a fun twist. We had ordered:
• A shark drink where you pour the'blood' in yourself (total 10/10 for the drama).
• A flaming volcano bowl that literally lit up the table.
• Even the simpler drinks had beautiful flamingo foam art on top.
We visited on a Wednesday night, which I highly recommend. It wasn't crowded at all, just a great, chill energy. Also, a massive shoutout to Mathis the Barman. He's hilarious & gave us amazing service all night.
If you want a fun night out, this is the spot. So I'll definitely be back at Snowbird Tiki Bar asap!
My boyfriend & I always come to this bar, & it's a blast. The atmosphere is great & unlike anything in Montreal. Whether you go on a week day or the weekend the vibe & service are excellent. They have tasty & beautiful drinks & even souvenir cups/glasses. While the starting prices of the drinks are not the most modest, they are very generous with the serving size & the amount of alcohol. Its overall a pretty fair price for a nicely made cocktail & the wonderful experience.
Overall, i HIGHLY recommend the tiki bar & it is my go to cocktail bar!
Aug 8, 2025
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As someone who makes sure to hit up tiki bars in every major city, this one did not disappoint! Authentic & great decor. & the cocktail menu had the classics & cute kitschy originals. Highly recommend
Wow! I love the decoration. It was very creative! The food & drinks were good. I would recommend this place if you're looking for a unique place to drink & enjoy with your friends!
Bar très sympa avec une bonne ambiance, les gérants sont très gentils également & aux petits soins. Pour les cocktails ils sont super également, j'ai pris le voodoo & c'était très bon ! Je recommande
This is a bar that you have to visit in Montreal!!! I went there on Saturday for a friend's birthday. We arrived at 5pm & stayed until 11pm. It's really cool to see how the atmosphere changes as the night goes on. During the day, it has one aura & at night the vibe is completely different. There are really cool spaces, at least 4 spaces for larger groups, which provide a certain amount of privacy without losing the atmosphere of the bar. The decor & lighting are a show in themselves, the service is very good, the prices are normal, it's not a cheap bar. But you have an experience there, not every place can offer you that. I highly recommend that you go at least once.
Aug 13, 2024
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Snowbird is my favourite bar in the city. I recommend it to everyone. It's not my most-frequented, & you'll walk out having spent more than you would at, say, a dive bar, but I haven't had better drinks anywhere else. I used to think their prices were on the higher side... & have since been disappointed by every other place that charges $17 for a cocktail, in comparison to the quality you get from Snowbird. If you go with a large group, you will likely have to wait a while. The security is strict with bag checks, & if you have any food in your bag, they likely won't let you bring that in. I have heard they have a roof but have never sat there. It's hot inside, & the bathrooms are cramped. The seating may not be the most comfortable. You may have to wait quite a while between drinks, unless you go up to the bar, which I don't know if that's totally acceptable here (I have done it before when it's not busy). You may end up being grateful for the wait, because the drinks are STRONG. Don't let these comments dissuade you! It's my favourite bar for a reason. The ambiance is serene, it's so well decorated & has so much to look at inside. The tiki mug displays they have on the walls are wonderful. But most importantly, their drinks are the best tiki drinks I have had at any tiki bar in any city. & again, they are strong without tasting offensive. You can even buy souvenir mugs, if you're willing to fork over the cash.
A really cool place, it's like a hidden cave & the vibes are awesome. Really thoughtful interior design, however - I came here last weekend with a few friends for my birthday, but was left a bit disappointed when it took 30 minutes for a server to finally come by to take our orders. Everyone at other tables was constantly putting their hands up wanting to be served, & after we finally got served was another 20 minutes wait for drinks, so that's almost an hour sat there waiting without a drink. When they finally came, the drinks were great. But we'd already decided the service was so poor that it was a -one drink only- situation, even though we really wanted to stay & enjoy more drinks, it just wasn't a reliable service. Would love to recommend this place but only if you're extremely patient.
Superbe découverte de ce lieu insolite ! Dès la montée des marches (un peu de sport ça ne fait pas de mal), nous sommes plongés dans l'ambiance de ce bar ! Agréable acceuil & de nombreux cocktails servis dans différents récipients originaux (possibilité de repartir avec moyennant finance) Je recommande pour un petit verre entre amis dans une "bulle de déconnexion" le temps d'un instant
