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Vargas

Downtown
4.3$$ & $$$$
OPEN11 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm
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Vargas Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
SteakhouseSushiGrillCateringGreat selection of winesResto-Bar
Vargas is situated in the heart of downtown Montreal business district, and walking distance to all the major hotels. Vargas is a chef driven American classic Steakhouse in an elegant and sophisticated ambiance, Our focus is on quality and freshness, from our sustainably sourced fish to the perfectly aged Canadian Beef. Vargas is unique to the city to offer the combination of Sushi and Steak, you can’t go wrong with such a varied offer of flavors. Our wine cellar is extensive and offers something for everyone by the bottle or by the glass. The staff are always attentive and professional your GM’s Mike Digaletos and Stefano Apostolatos can cater to any private function and special requests.

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Reviews for Vargas

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on Google4.1 (1600+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Vargas is described as an elegant, versatile dining spot where steaks, sushi and seafood shine, with meals praised for fresh ingredients, bold flavors and beautiful presentation. The atmosphere is repeatedly noted as warm and beautiful, with a renovated bar that adds a New York vibe and makes it a good setting for date nights, business lunches and celebrations. Service is often described as friendly, professional and attentive, with staff who know the menu, though a few visits mention slower pacing or occasional missteps in timing or food delivery. Dishes receive strong marks, from tender ribeye and tomahawk steaks to standout sushi plates and creative appetizers, while some sides and seafood platters disappoint or feel pricey for the portion. Desserts and cocktails garner praise, especially the creme brulee and well crafted drinks, though some diners call out uneven value for money. Corporate and private events are described as well organized with efficient wine service and generous portions. Overall, Vargas comes across as a reliable choice for flavorful, quality meals and a memorable night out, with many guests planning to return for celebrations or regular visits.
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VIP playger & Filet Mingon with Kamakazi roll, highly recommended.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google

Reserved the place for two friends & I for a bachelor's dinner. Not busy at all on a Sunday considering it's the long weekend. Ordered two platters of sushi accidentally but didn't regret it, a Porterhouse with fillet mignon. Food was absolutely phenomenal & the service was impeccable. Recommend this place 10/10

May 20, 2024
on Google

Went for New Year's Eve. Great food, service & atmosphere. Strongly recommend for steaks but all food is excellent & good quality

Mar 10, 2024
on Google

Excellent service, Sebastian - thank you for such a wonderful & amazing experience we had with your service, will definitely recommend to friends, & looking forward to seeing you again soon!!!

Feb 25, 2024
on Google

Went to dinner with my girlfriend last night & everything was fantastic. We were served by a waiter named Roberto & he was impeccable. Would recommend & will definitely be returning.

Jan 27, 2024
on Google
4.0

The steak was amazing. Rib eye fry aged 28 days to perfection. The sushi on the other hand was lacking, & probably not even on par with your typical all you can eat joint. The service was great, but it seemed like a restaurant made more for business meetings than to celebrate special occasions. Overall, if you are looking for great cocktails & steaks, would recommend.

Jan 17, 2024
on Google

Service impeccable. Chaleureux & professionel. Coùt abordable dans un beau cadre. Je recommande

Nov 30, 2023
on Google

I brought an associate from out of town to Vargas not too long ago, as I've been several times before & always had a great experience. We requested to sit at the bar & ordered an assortment of appetizers, including, the shrimp cocktail, shrimp tempura, grilled angus beef satays & the tuna tartare, as well as, several delicious cocktails. The shrimp tempura was notably very delicious, but everything else was still very good; the food has never disappointed. The only downfall of this particular visit was the atmosphere on this specific night. Someone who looked to be either the manager or possibly a supervisor seemed to be hovering around the bar area, staring at the customers sitting at the bar for prolonged periods of time. As someone who has been there before, it felt very odd, & for my friend who had never been before, he felt very uncomfortable as a result of this individuals actions. It was a little disappointing & led us to cut our time shorter than we would've liked because we didn't feel very welcome. The bartenders that night were phenomenal & made one of the best espresso martinis i've had in a while (would recommend) Johanne & Cris were extremely kind & made our experience notably better. We loved talking to them & spending the night with them at the bar, excellent service! Overall, will be returning, as the restaurant is normally wonderful in all aspects, but this particular evening was a little bit disappointing.

Nov 28, 2023
on Google