Ouvert depuis 1927, le Midway est une institution mythique, voire même emblématique, de Montréal. Située au coin des rues Sainte-Catherine et Saint-Laurent, la taverne a vu plusieurs pages de l'histoire montréalaise défiler sous ses yeux. Plus de 20 parades de la coupe Stanley, l'arrivée du métro de Montréal, Expo 67 et bien plus.
Taverne Midway, taverne chaleureuse au style rétro, offre une ambiance conviviale avec une playlist éclectique et un décor de briques qui rappelle les bars urbains; le personnel est régulièrement loué pour sa gentillesse et son service attentif, capable de mettre les clients à l’aise et de rendre chaque visite agréable même lors des soirées les plus fréquentées; les boissons et les cocktails sont variés et appréciés, les bières sont bonnes et les nachos reviennent souvent en tête, tandis que l’offre culinaire paraît appétissante; l’endroit attire un public vivant et enthousiaste, idéal pour une première rencontre ou une sortie entre amis, avec une énergie qui peut aller du chill à la fête selon l’humeur et l’affluence; globalement, le rapport qualité-prix est perçu comme raisonnable et l’accueil chaleureux, l’ambiance et la possibilité de profiter du billard ou d’un concert improvisé font de cette adresse une halte à revisiter.
Laissez faire le Central en face, c'est ici que ça se passe. Super vibe rétro & chaleureuse avec playlist des années 70. Ne commander pas les nachos, on en devient accros en quelques bouchées. Nous en avons commander 4 autres :) Cocktails bons sauf le mojito trop dilué. Service sympathique & efficace.
Honestly one of the best bars in Montréal - no question about it! The atmosphere is always perfect, whether you're there for a chill night or a wild one. But what really makes Midway special is the people. The staff is absolutely incredible - from the manager to the bartenders, servers, & even the busboys. Everyone goes out of their way to make you feel at home.
They actually remember their customers, greet you by name, & treat you like a friend, not just a face in the crowd. It's rare to find that kind of genuine care & consistency these days. The service, the energy, the smiles - everything feels personal & authentic every single time.
Huge thank you to the whole team for always bringing that good vibe & making every visit a good memory. You guys make Montréal proud! 🍻
While exploring Montreal over the weekend, we stumbled upon Midway, not once, but twice during a bit of spontaneous bar hopping. It wasn't on our radar; we just happened to wander in while strolling down Saint Laurent Blvd. From the moment we walked in, there was a vibe. The bartenders felt like old friends- laughing, joking, & welcoming everyone with ease. As luck would have it, we arrived during the bar's birthday weekend, so the place was buzzing with celebration.
What made it truly memorable wasn't just the drinks or the music, but the people behind the bar. They were genuine, chatty, & even gave us a list of other local gems to check out. Their energy was contagious - we had a great time because they were clearly having a great time.
Montreal is a city full of character, & if you're lucky, you'll find yourself in a place like Midway where you don't just grab a drink, you feel like you belong.
This is an absolutely beautiful bar & great place for billiards / pool & beer.
The staff were all so incredibly nice. The beer they recommended was delicious, & the pool area was nice & & secluded from the rest of the bar. The one downside to the pool table is that it is near the washrooms.
The atmosphere is what elevates this bar as a spot to recommend. See the pictures for an idea, but the music selection fits the art deco vibe they have going perfectly in my opinion.
Other than the price of the beers which was a bit high, this is definitely a bar worth going to if you can afford it.
Stopped by here two nights, first on a Thursday then Saturday. Thursday was laidback with a decent amount of people & Saturday was busy but still chill. I think it's because people here are sitting either at the bar or tables conversing. It's not a bar where people stand & talk & walk around. I found that interesting as it makes for a different vibe. There's a variety of beers on draft & I tried one (Hop Valley) that was good. I drank a cocktail which was just the right amount of alcohol, not weak or strong. Its a pleasant & friendly place to relax with friends.
