Stem Bar s'impose comme un bistro raffiné, axé sur l'exécution d'assiettes de saison et d'infusions botaniques minutieusement sélectionnées. La cuisine privilégie l'intégrité des ingrédients, utilisant des produits frais pour élaborer des plats qui mettent en avant les saveurs naturelles plutôt que les préparations complexes. Des surfaces polies et un design intérieur minimaliste définissent l'espace physique, créant un environnement centré sur la clarté et la précision architecturale. La carte propose une sélection renouvelée de petites assiettes conçues pour le partage, accompagnées d'un programme ciblé de spiritueux naturels. Le service demeure efficace et objectif, garantissant que chaque interaction donne la priorité aux composantes culinaires avant toute autre considération. Cet établissement offre une approche calculée de la cuisine de bistro moderne, mêlant techniques accessibles et attention rigoureuse aux détails.
Stem Bar est largement reconnu comme une adresse incontournable du quartier à Montréal, appréciée pour son atmosphère vibrante, ses cocktails créatifs et un menu exceptionnel incluant des plats phares comme les pancakes salés à la burrata truffée, le tartare de bœuf et les choux de Bruxelles. Bien que de nombreux clients soulignent la qualité du service et la finesse des ingrédients, les expériences sont parfois nuancées par des temps d'attente, un niveau sonore élevé ou des politiques de rotation des tables jugées rigides. Malgré certaines critiques concernant la taille des portions ou l'accueil, la majorité des visiteurs considèrent l'établissement comme une destination de choix pour une expérience culinaire élégante et savoureuse.
First time trying Stem bar - I thought the standout was the halibut crudo - perfectly balanced, bright & refreshing - the perfect summer app. I also loved the green goddess salad. The deep fried brussle sprouts were delicious but far too greasy. The cavatelli was good but not great - the lamb was completely shredded & mushy instead of being a true ragu with texture. It made the dish feel mush heavier. We enjoyed the steak which was cooked well & very flavourful. Unfortunately, the desserts were very mediocre - the cheesecake with salted caramel looks like a Basque cheesecake with the burnt top but it's not a Basque cheesecake at all - the texture isn't creamy & smooth like it should be - it just felt like a seriously overcooked cheesecake with a very gritty texture & it didn't help that it was served room temp/warm. The rhubarb parfait was very runny & the strawberry shortcake was dry.
My favourite restaurant/bar in Montreal. I've been there so many times & the food has never disappointed. I've tried a lot of dishes on the menu & I've genuinely loved every single one. The pancake burrata truffle is hands down my favourite & a must order. This is the one place I recommend every single time someone asks me for restaurant recommendations in Montreal. & the service is impeccable!
From Vancouver - would come back probably 9/10 visits for the cavatelli & natural barolo paired. Chris did an excellent serving - really impressed overall.
Stem Bar has a beautiful ambiance, great decor, & a really nice vibe. The cocktails & wine list were solid. I love September Cafe, so I was really hoping to love Stem Bar just as much. Unfortunately, the food was extremely salty across the board, which made the meal hard to enjoy. It's unfortunate because I had high expectations, but based on this experience, I wouldn't recommend it.
Fabuleux ✨ une des meilleures adresses où il m'a été donné de souper (& pas juste au Québec). Outre le service qui était impeccable, les plats & cocktails étaient délicieusement exécutés. Nous avons passé un excellent moment au Stem Bar. Merci pour tout ! Une adresse exceptionnelle à ne pas manquer si vous êtes à Montréal. Ps : il est recommandé de réserver si vous souhaitez être installé à une table sinon vous serez au comptoir ce qui a été notre cas mais ça nous a parfaitement convenu.
Amazing spot! Chris & the team crushed it with great cocktails & food & even gave us a list of ~15 restaurants to check out while we're here for the week. Super awesome vibe & great bartenders!
Exceptional from start to finish. STEM does not take reservations, but when we arrived on Friday at 7pm, we went straight up to the bar, where there was plenty of seating. We were greeted warmly by the staff who were very helpful in recommending what to eat & drink.
Although STEM appears to be a bar first & a restaurant second, everything we ate was truly exceptional-well presented dishes which were original & the perfect sharing portion.
The cocktails are straightforward & no-frills, but prepared well. The wine selections by the glass were the perfect pairing to the meal, a light crisp red perfect for summer nights.
We sampled the smoked trout fritters, which were topped with caviar-crisp on the outside & creamy in the middle. Next we had a pile of crisp brussels sprouts which had a great balance of flavour & texture. This went well with the unique salted pancakes with burrata. Underneath the burrata was a pile of delicious truffle shavings which elevated the dish, it was truly delicious. Finally, we had the spinach rotolo which sat on a pool of delicious & creamy tomato sauce. The meal was filling & the perfect portion for sharing.
There are many more dishes on the menu that we would like to try & we will most definitely return again!
Overall, the atmosphere, cocktails, wine & high-quality dishes make STEM bar an excellent value & a great date night locale in a neighborhood known for excellent eateries!
