Vargas delivers a sophisticated fusion of classic steakhouse traditions and contemporary sushi preparations. The menu features premium cuts of beef grilled to exacting standards alongside an array of precision-crafted sashimi and maki rolls. Patrons encounter an environment centered on high-quality proteins, emphasizing the natural flavors of seasoned grilled meats and fresh seafood selections. The culinary approach balances the intense heat of the grill with the clean, refined textures characteristic of Japanese culinary techniques. Each dish reflects a technical focus on ingredient integrity and consistent preparation methods. The space is designed to support a streamlined flow between the robust steak offerings and the delicate presentations found at the sushi bar. This establishment maintains a disciplined dedication to these dual culinary pillars, ensuring each component remains distinct yet complementary within the overarching menu structure.
Vargas is widely regarded as a sleek, upscale downtown Montreal destination that excels at providing a sophisticated atmosphere for both business meetings and celebratory occasions. Many patrons praise the quality of the steaks, noting that the meat is often cooked to perfection and full of flavor, while the addition of fresh, high-quality sushi adds a unique and enjoyable variety to the menu. While the service is frequently described as professional, attentive, and charismatic, some visitors have reported inconsistencies regarding wait times, occasional errors, or frustration with tipping and pricing structures. Despite a few mixed experiences concerning specific dishes or side options, the restaurant consistently earns high marks for its vibrant environment, excellent drink selection, and the welcoming nature of its staff.
Comme plusieurs autres couples avec qui ont a discuté, malgré qu'on a réservé UNE TABLE POUR 2 plusieurs semaines à l'avance. Arrivé sur place à 20:30 on nous a placé au bar. J'aurais compris si le restaurant était full. Mais plusieurs tables & banquette étaient disponible (environ une dizaine) & ceux tout le long de notre présence sur place jusqu'à notre départ vers 22:00. TRÈS DÉÇUE.
Mon mari à réservé depuis 1 mois une table pour 2 spécialement pour la St Valentin, en arrivant on nous met au bar lorsqu' on demande un accommodement aucun n'est offert. C'est quoi je dois réservé au mois de juin pour m'assurer d'avoir une table pour la St Valentin. Pendant la soirée plusieurs tables sont resté vacant & personne n'est venu nous la proposer. Mauvaise expérience c'est dommage.
Feb 14, 2026
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Dinner for 5. Service=good overall but waited quite a while for waiter/water. Also, food runners brought wrong dishes to wrong people twice. Waiter (Pascal) was friendly, fun & funny.
Food: Bread rolls were good but some were not that fresh. Grilled octopus app was good but not great & had a weird orange sauce. Definitely not worth $30. French onion soup was not hot & the cheese barely melted=someone took it out of the oven way too early. Sent it back & 2nd time around it was hot & melted & broth quite tasty. $12 grilled veggies that we chose as sides with steaks were a let down. Burger de Dave (topped with aged cheddar, maple-glazed bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles & chipotle aioli. Served with golden fries. ) was good but a bit messy because of the aioli, & the meat is not well seasoned. Filet mignon was very good, as was the Miso glazed salmon. Overall a good meal but not great bang for your buck at around $70 per person without booze. Keg offers better overall food & value.
This is a hidden gem in Montreal. When you think of Vargas it doesn't ring a bell as a talked about restaurant. However, it's twice I go to this restaurant for business suppers & its honesty amazing. The entrees are more on the expensive side however, the size of the entree is huge! It's so worth it. Go to Moretti & the same style of entree is the same price & it is half the portion. Now in terms of quality the food was fantastic! My colleagues & I will definitely go back. If you work downtown you need to go! I'd suggest sitting on the side of the bar since it's renovated.
Hier fut ma 3e expérience à ce restaurant & chacune de mes visites était en lien avec un événement corporatif. L'accueil est très chaleureux, débutant avec un cocktail 🍸 préparé par une équipe au bar, très compétente & sympathique. Ensuite, temps de passer en salle à manger avec des tables bien espacées & bien dressées. Un menu 4 services est servi, en plus de paniers de pains chauds. Le service de vin inclus par l'événement est bien respecté avec le remplissage fréquent de nos coupes. La nourriture est servie à une température parfaite pour les repas chauds, le tout est bien présenté & les aliments sont frais & savoureux. Le menu corporatif de cette visite consistait d'un choix de salade 🥗 César ou jardin, suivi d'un carpaccio de boeuf ou dumplings 🥟 frits aux crevettes 🍤. Ensuite, mon choix de repas principal s'est arrêté sur le filet de morue noir & pour clore la soirée, on nous a servi un bon dessert, frais & léger, au chocolat noisettes. Je conclus mon avis en remerciant l'équipe de service & celle de la cuisine qui ont très bien préformé tout au long de la soirée 💯
My wife & I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary by having dinner at Vargas. It was absolutely amazing. My wife had the prime rib, which was done to perfection, accompanied by the garlic mashed potatoes. She absolutely enjoyed it! I had the Beef Wellington. It was also amazing! I also had the lobster mashed potatoes, & oh my goodness, they were brilliant! We followed up our meal with the strawberry cheesecake. Wow, it too was amazing!! Our waitress/bartender Amy was very friendly & extremely professional. She is a great conservationalist & wise beyond her years! You are very lucky to have such an amazing employee. Bravo!
Waitress was amazing! She had to do it all at the bar & tables & took great care of us. Prime rib could be better & sea bass was a bit salty. Foies gra was great as well as beef tartare. Oysters were amazing as well.
