Stem Bar

L

4.0

🍽? Food:
⭐ Rating (1-5): 5
Notes (flavor, freshness, temperature, presentation): Fresh ingredients that tasted like they came straight from the garden. The shareable plates were perfect for trying a variety of dishes, & every plate was beautifully presented. The tomato salad with homemade croutons is an absolute must.

👤 Service:
⭐ Rating (1-5): 5
Notes (speed, friendliness, accuracy, recommendations): Attentive & friendly throughout the meal. The staff made excellent recommendations, checked in regularly without being overbearing, & brought each dish out at the perfect pace.

🌿 Atmosphere:
⭐ Rating (1-5): 5
Notes (cleanliness, bathroom, decor, noise level, comfort): Beautifully designed space with charming artwork & a warm, inviting atmosphere. A cute, comfortable spot that makes for a great dining experience.

⭐ Overall Rating: 4/5
(Average of the 3 or your weighted preference)

Final Thoughts:
A great meal & a restaurant I'd happily recommend. The tomato salad with homemade croutons was the standout dish & is worth ordering. We were too full to try dessert, but that's at the top of our list for next time. I'd definitely return the next time I'm in Montreal.

Leah

5.0

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!

Tal

3.0

Came as a group of 10. The first comment by the staff was'you should go across the street to the pub'. We stayed non the less.
Eventually we occupied two big tables. The waiter asked us to stay seated in our places because of the ordering of the dishes. He mentioned that we would not be able to order food past 2145. At 2300 they brought the bill & started to pick up the chairs.
It was my third time there, & in spite of the food being great, I will not be back because of the lack of patience & flexibility from some of the staff.

Mony

5.0

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!

Erik

4.0

Tried it out on a Saturday afternoon. Picked a spot on the terasse. Trendy area. Service was very good. Interesting dishes. I was particularly pleased with the deviled egg appetizer & the porch milanais. I was happy with my experience & am likely to return.

Wedyan

5.0

brussel sprouts another level 👌👌 all dishes are good 👌👌

Myriam

5.0

One of the few places in Montreal that's consistent & excellent. Quality ingredients & dishes that are truly mastered & not overworked. Great vibe, especially in the summer on the terrace. The clams & bacon dish is incredible.

Jenny

5.0

Interesting food, it was great to try some new dishes & I liked the set up they offered with many tapas style dishes. Lovely food gem! The drinks I would call interesting, the cloudy orange wine was actually nice but avoid the Quebec red wine they have on the menu.

Natalia

4.0

The food was great, we picked 7 dishes to share for 3 of us & we were full! The service was fast once we got a table. The only downsize is the fact that they don't take resos however their system of waiting & ordering is a drink in the meantime is great!

Jessica

4.0

Not sure if I want to give this place a 4 or a 5 star since the food didn't amaze me, but the wine, service & atmosphere were great. The Brussels sprouts are probably the star of the show, being my favorite dish. The sauce & texture were excellent. The other dishes we ordered were good as well but not "wowing" enough for the price. They lacked a bit of flavour & texture. In the end I would recommend ordering the Brussels sprouts, anchovy toast, pot de creme & a bottle of wine for a pricier night out. They also don't take reservations so try to go later in the evening to grab a table right away!