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Vargas

Downtown
4.3$$ & $$$$
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Vargas Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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.

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4.3405 ratings
5★
62%
4★
20%
3★
6%
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on Google4.1 (1700+)
*as of 2026-07-01
4.3405 ratings
5★
62%
4★
20%
3★
6%
2★
9%
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Vargas is widely regarded as a premier downtown destination, frequently praised for its stylish atmosphere and high-quality steak and sushi offerings. Many patrons highlight the perfectly cooked meats, tender rib eyes, and fresh sushi as standout features, often noting that the service provided is attentive, professional, and enhances the overall dining experience. While the majority of visitors leave satisfied with the vibrant ambiance and flavorful dishes, some feedback suggests inconsistency regarding side dish options, pricing value, or occasional lapses in service speed and food seasoning. Despite these minor critiques, it remains a popular choice for business meetings, date nights, and celebratory gatherings, with many guests expressing a clear intention to return.
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Joanna
2.0

A little disappointed with the food this evening…. Drink was mid, side was excellent but the steak itself (ribeye) was upsetting for the price we payed for…. But our waitress Emy was a delight !

Jan 10, 2025
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Niro
4.0

Food was good but overpriced, dessert was also fine. Drinks were good. Overall good place but nothing out of the ordinary for a steakhouse

Jan 2, 2025
on Google
Hector
5.0

Amazing steak in a nice decor! Plus my wife loved the sushis

Dec 22, 2024
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Gabriel
2.0

Ordered Kansas aged steak for lunch. Tasted like I cooked it, not over a BBQ but on a Temu griddle. Unseasoned. Barely 1/2 inch. Tasted like steak you find on the clearance section of a low end supermarket. Baked potatoes top was great, bottom had the consistency of leather. Unimpressed. Service was great.

Dec 12, 2024
on Google
Richard
5.0

I came here for a group work dinner. The menu was necessarily restricted, however the steak & frites was excellent, the peppery dauce with it was just right & tbe service was attentive. The atmosphere was good, very noisy but still quiet enough that i could have a conversation without difficulty.

Nov 7, 2024
on Google
Anthony
5.0

Always an excellent place for a nice dinner. The steaks in particular are top notch.

Oct 15, 2024
on Google
Vladimir
3.0

This will be my one & only time at Vargas, sorry to say. The vibe was nice staff polite but the food was very bland, the tomahawk steak was absolutely disgusting. I have never paid so much for terrible food in my life. If a 160$ steak was that bad then i am afraid to say anything cheaper would be any better.

Oct 14, 2024
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Dawid
5.0

Great restaurant, best steak I've ever eaten. Service at a very high level.

Sep 24, 2024
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Rudy
5.0

This is my second time visiting here. The first time, we had a less than stellar experience as one of our party's streak was first under cooked, then over cooked. While they did take it off the bill, it was disappointing. This visit, however, they knocked it out of the park! All of our steaks were perfectly cooked. The sides were absolutely delicious. The wine selection was huge. Our server was extremely attentive but not intrusive. One of our party ordered the sushi platter & it looked incredible. He said that it was delicious as well.

Sep 7, 2024
on Google
C.R.
4.0

Had a nice meal, steak was tasty & sushi was well prepared. Our server, Pascal, was awesome! Very friendly, great recommendations, & just a really cool guy. The restaurant is undergoing renovations to make it look more modern, which will help with the atmosphere. All in all, we had a great time & the food was very good.

Sep 2, 2024
on Google
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