The Coldroom fonctionne comme un établissement de type speakeasy mettant l'accent sur des cocktails artisanaux de haute qualité et une sélection spécialisée de plats à partager. Le lieu utilise une esthétique industrielle et tamisée pour favoriser un environnement axé sur la discussion et l'appréciation des boissons. La clientèle choisit parmi une rotation de créations de mixologie saisonnières qui équilibrent des profils aromatiques complexes avec une précision technique rigoureuse. L'axe culinaire repose sur des tapas, privilégiant des assiettes de petit format conçues pour une consommation décontractée dans un cadre partagé. Des murs de briques apparentes et un éclairage feutré définissent l'architecture intérieure, créant une séparation distincte avec l'extérieur urbain environnant. Chaque aspect de l'opération souligne un engagement envers les techniques classiques de barman et une approche raffinée de la consommation sociale. Cet espace constitue une destination privilégiée pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience sociale définie par une préparation minutieuse des boissons.
The Coldroom est un bar clandestin très prisé du Vieux-Montréal, reconnu pour son entrée mystérieuse et son atmosphère intime et feutrée. Les visiteurs saluent régulièrement la créativité et la qualité des cocktails, soulignant le savoir-faire des barmans capables de créer des boissons personnalisées à la demande. Bien que l'offre de nourriture soit limitée, l'expérience se distingue par une ambiance souterraine unique, un accueil chaleureux et un service professionnel. Bien que l'endroit puisse être très fréquenté et nécessite parfois une attente, la plupart des clients considèrent cette adresse comme un incontournable pour quiconque recherche une expérience de mixologie de haute qualité dans un cadre singulier.
You ring the door at the'secret entrance' & someone opens the door for you. The dude looked serious but it is part of the experience. The bartenders are amazing with great knowledge & repertoire. The drinks are great & they have the perfect snacks. Part of the magic is when you're drunk & you get kicked out & wow where am I? Suddenly at the'Rue Saint-Paul'. Amazing experience!
Would have loved to leave a full review on everything from drinks to ambiance, but unfortunately were stopped at the door. After ringing the bell, we were told they were on a wait. We put our name on the waitlist & gave the hostess our contact information, & when pressed for a timeframe, we were told'it's hard to say,' which was frustrating, especially knowing that the industry standard is to always give a time range even something as absurd as anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour. We waited with increasing frustration as party after party were allowed entrance while we were overlooked. I rationalized that some of these people were already on the waitlist ahead of us & must have received a call or text that their seats were available, however there were others let in that clearly didnt know where the doorbell was as it was their first time visiting. After waiting for over 45 minutes, we left the area. During our wait, the hostess saw us sitting there several times but didnt give us any updates, & was seen darting in & out of the side entrance as she left her station & had to rush back to answer the doorbell which took away from the mystery of the speakeasy. Even after we left, we received no updates, not even to let us know that they would not be able to accomodate us before the bar closed. This has lead me to believe one of four conclusions: 1) the hostess is incompetent 2) bar's standards of hospitality are below that of the industry standard 3) we were dressed inappropriately for the venue, in which case we should have been informed of the dress code (although there were others allowed entry who were dressed as casually as we were) 4) we were discriminated against by, nationality, ethnicity, or sexuality (in which case management needs to adress these issues with their staff).
The Coldroom was such a fun & memorable speakeasy experience in Montréal. The hidden entrance, intimate atmosphere, & stylish décor made the place feel special from the moment we walked in. The cocktails were creative, beautifully presented, & expertly made, with plenty of unique flavors beyond the usual bar menu.
The bartenders & staff were friendly, knowledgeable, & made the experience even more enjoyable. It's a great place for a relaxed evening, a date night, or drinks with friends while exploring Old Montréal. Definitely worth visiting for the atmosphere & inventive cocktails!
23 juil. 2026
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A very cool hidden speakeasy that's definitely worth checking out if you're in Montreal. We visited as part of a Friday night bar hop & only had to wait around 15 minutes to get in, which wasn't bad considering how popular it is.
Finding the entrance is part of the fun, & the separate exit adds to the mystery. Once inside, the dark, intimate atmosphere makes it a great spot for a quiet drink, a date night, or a catch up with friends.
The cocktails were excellent & well crafted, & there are a few nibbles available if you're feeling hungry. Prices were also very reasonable for the quality.
I'd recommend it for couples or smaller groups of up to four or five people, as the cosy setting suits a more intimate experience. Definitely one of the more unique bars we visited in Montreal.
We went right at opening & got a table right away as we were the first ones there but it filled up very quickly, which speaks to its popularity! It has a nice atmosphere with speakeasy vibes as the bar is in the basement. The drinks were good but very strong. The menu also had fun characters with drink vibes which added to the experience. The entrance was it a bit confusing though as we thought the exit door which faces the street (Rue St. Paul) was the entrance.
We went to this bar on a recommendation from a friend. It was fun to find the entrance & be let in. It's a very cool atmosphere & definitely feels like a sneaky secret. We sat at the bar & Milee was our bartender. She was super lovely & made wonderful drinks. We established that we had some Vancouver connections & she helped with Montreal recommendations. The bar itself was great & then Milee took it to the next level. 11/10 recommend & 20/10 to Milee 🙂
I've visited this place twice already. The first time was with my boyfriend-we sat at the bar & had an amazing time. The second time, I went with my family, & they loved the cocktails. The service wasn't as good during our second visit, as I had to get up & ask for water for the table, but I understand-it was very busy.
This is truly a speakeasy. The entrance looks like a regular exit door: no name, just a ring, which I found fun, since the whole point of a speakeasy is that it's hard to find. Once they open the door, you go down the stairs & enter the bar through another door that almost looks like a cold-room door.
The place is simple, with brick walls, but they serve some of the most amazing cocktails I've tried in Montreal. The menu is adorable, with duck illustrations & well-detailed descriptions. My favorite drinks were Death Mark, Rice to Meet You, Internal Affairs, & Joe Peachi.
I'll definitely come back on my next trip to Montreal.
The entrance was admittedly a little hard to find as it was an inconspicuous black door tucked away in the corner that required guests to be buzzed in. That aside, The Coldroom was an excellent speakeasy with cozy atmosphere topped up with great drinks that all add up to shape the perfect night.
