Sora 45 offers breathtaking views of Montreal from the top floor, often described as the highlight, especially at sunset, with a chic, relaxed vibe and a menu that shifts from coffee and pastries by day to inventive cocktails and small plates by night. Reviewers consistently praise the cocktails for their craft and originality, the atmosphere for being inviting and lively, and the staff for friendliness and attentiveness, though a few note occasional service hiccups and pricing that makes the food portions seem small for the cost. The location can be a bit tricky to find and access involves elevators and clear signage, but once inside the panorama and the varied seating areas make it easy to linger or study, while crowds can mean long waits and audible buzz during peak times. Coffee gets mixed marks, with standout mocha and cafe vibes in some reports, but occasional cold drinks and daytime cafe experiences that miss the mark in others. Overall, Sora 45 is often described as a must visit for the view and cocktails, a place to enjoy a date or after work drinks, with the sunset experience repeatedly singled out as unforgettable, and the drinks and ambience frequently highlighted as the main draws even when the food is secondary.
Such a good vibe with humourous & friendly staff, excellent cocktails, dim lighting & great music. Shout out to the service team who create a welcoming & lively ambiance: Louis, Carlito, Zack & James 🫶🏼 Highly recommend for a night out!
Jan 31, 2026
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J:y suis allé simplement pour y prendre un verre. Délicieux cocktails. L'ambiance & le décor ajoute à l'expérience.. on a une très jolie vue de Montréal. Je recommande l'heure du couché de soleil sur la ville.
The most unique bar in the city, & one of few places that can claim that you're not just there for the view. The cocktails are incredible & well crafted, shoutout Louis for the coolest Japanese inspired menu. This is a spot where the drinks & the views combine into the perfect evening. Definitely a must visit bar if you're in the city!
Sora bar is a definitely to go when you are in downtown Montreal & you love cocktails. The view of the bar is breathtaking. The service was very good. The only thing I didn't like much is there food menu. There portion is extremely small. It doesn't worth ordering it. Like my tuna tartare was very tiny for what the price I'm paying for it.
Bonne expérience. Les cocktails avec & sans alcool étaient délicieux. Le serveur a oublié une partie de notre commande de nourriture, mais il nous a fait un rabais. La vue est absolument spectaculaire.
Dec 7, 2025
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Gros coup de coeur pour le Sora45 ! Tellement aimé mon expérience que j'y suis retournée 2 jours de suite. Très bon service de James & Carl. 🙌🏼
Les cocktails sont vraiment raffinés & excellents à un prix raisonnable pour la qualité + Très belle sélection de spiritueux. La vue est impressionnante; les rayons de lumière qui se reflètent à travers les cocktails lors du coucher de soleil lors du golden hour : tout simplement magique. 🍸 👌🏼
À essayer absolument : le tartare de wagyu australien aux huîtres. Tellement bon que j'en ait repris 2x.
Very strange experience. The place feels luxurious while also relaxed at the same time, with beautiful views & chill music. The cocktails are intricate & delicious, with well balanced flavours. The service was, unfortunately, a let down. Nonchalant, throwing the drink coasters a meter across the table & loudly talking at each other, almost screaming, across the place. When we asked for the bill, we were made to wait some good time for no apparent reason.
I believe this can be a 10/10 place, but our experience was just not.
Jul 3, 2025
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Overall nice experience, sashimi bowl & special maki sushi, very presentable & decent flavour. cocktail was so so. Service was pretty good. The restaurant is on top floor & supposed to have stunning view in the evening, but not when it's too dark & if you sit at the table facing the rooftop, not much to see.
Nous sommes venues prendre un verre pour le coucher de soleil, le cadre est magnifique, le service impeccable, les cocktails, mocktails & le vin sont très bons, je recommande vivement
A very chill place with an amazing view. With a surprise menu & cocktails that change often. Ask the barman for any information for drinks or what they could make for you.
Mar 22, 2025
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The talented people who run it bring to life an intimate, welcoming atmosphere with exceptional service. It was easy to be enthralled by their infectious enthusiasm for their craft, especially since everyone was so generous in sharing their perspectives & recommendations during our time there.
The drinks themselves were incredible - beautifully presented & delicious - several of my new favorite cocktails came from behind the bar. The Honeydew & their version of the New York Sour were among the standouts.
Visiting Sora, you'll undoubtedly leave with a greater appreciation for excellent cocktails & what the best of Montreal has to offer.
Sora 45 was recommended to us by a bartender from one of North America's top cocktail bars-her personal favorite spot in the city. That alone speaks volumes about just how special this place is.
From the moment you walk in, you're met with an incredible team that's as welcoming as they are passionate. The drinks? Somehow even better.
If you're looking for an unforgettable cocktail experience in Montreal, Sora 45 is it. Calling it now that this will be in the top 50 cocktail bars in North America before you know it.
J'ai été deux fois au SORA45. La première fois, c'était pour une soirée jeudi 5 @ 7. L'ambiance était vraiment cool : il y avait un DJ, & les cocktails n'étaient vraiment pas chers (martini espresso à 10$ on aime). En plus, on est arrivés vers 6h, donc on a pu profiter du coucher de soleil - c'était magnifique. La vue sur toute la ville est incroyable, & le décor aussi. Ils ont fait en sorte que tu puisses profiter de la vu peu importe ou tu t'assoies dans le restaurant. Après ça, je me suis dit que j'essaierais bien d'y aller pour manger. Donc on est retournés un vendredi soir, avec mes amis. Les prix étaient beaucoup plus élevées. Mon amie a pris le cocktail tangerine, apparemment le meilleur cocktail qu'elle avait bu de sa vie ! Niveau carte des vins, très complete, beaucoup de choix mais très peu de choix en dessous de 100$. Pour le repas, on a commandé pas mal de trucs. On a bien mangé, on était quand même rassasiés. La qualité est la, les produits sont frais, mais est-ce que c'était les meilleurs sushis de ma vie ? Non. Donc, la bouffe est bonne oui mais faut être prêt à payer pour l'expérience & le cadre. Louis, Carl, & Andrew ont été des hôtes incroyables & ça a vraiment élevé notre expérience. Merci pour la soirée!
Came three weeks ago & absolutely adored the food & views. Carl & André helped curate a great experience for my wife & I at the bar with their cocktails! Only downside was the sun kept shining in my eyes, but Carl gave me sunglasses & I was good to go!
Ceci savere etre une critique positive, j'avais de grandes attentes envers cet endroit, puisque le tout semblait superbe sur les réseaux sociaux Nous arrivons là-bas & sommes placés dans une allée un peu perdu . On attend au moins 10 minutes pour avoir un simple verre d'eau, le serveur ne semble pas parler français, mais cela nous importe peu 15 autres minutes secoulennt avant qu'ils viennent nous demander ce que nous allons boire . Cela aurait pris un autre 20 minutes avant de recevoir nos cocktails lorsqu'il nous a apporté nos breuvages. Nous nous sommes dit qu'il nous ouvrirait & avons immédiatement demandé la facture qui a tardé encore un autre 10 minutes . Le tout aura pris plus d'une heure pour un simple cocktail, nous voulions faire la fête & boire & aurions pu dépenser beaucoup plus d'argent, les cocktails étaient absolument délicieux & la vue spectaculaire Mais nous nous sommes découragés & sommes devenus très impatients. Pour cette raison, on ne pense pas y retourner .
