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.
Vargas offers a standout combination of prime steaks and fresh sushi in an elegant, comfortable setting, with many guests praising the quality of ingredients and the attentive, friendly service that makes dining feel special. The experience is described as great for business meals and celebrations, with highlights including perfectly cooked steaks, tasty sides, and attractive presentations, as well as well made cocktails and a welcoming atmosphere. Some visits note slower service, occasional dish mix ups, and questions about value for money, and there are mentions of a children's menu confusion and a few guests feeling the service could be more polished; overall Vargas comes across as a destination for memorable meals and repeat visits.
J'ai été avec mon fils & mon petit fils de 9 ans hier j'ai vraiment aimé le steak tomahawk qu'on a partagé était délicieux c'était la première fois que je mangeais ça & mon petit fils sushi très bon & le serveur était funny avec mon petit fils très bon service
Dining at Vargas Steakhouse & Sushi Restaurant offers a unique blend of upscale steakhouse dining with a modern, stylish twist. Located in downtown Montreal, the ambiance feels sleek & vibrant, making it a great spot for both business dinners & nights out.
The steak was definitely the star of the evening. Cooked exactly as requested, it came out tender, juicy, & full of rich flavor. You can immediately tell the quality of the meat is top-tier, & the preparation is done with precision. Each bite had that perfect balance of char on the outside & a melt-in-your-mouth texture inside.
What sets Vargas apart is the option to mix things up with sushi alongside your steak. It's not something you see at every steakhouse, & it adds a fun, elevated touch to the experience. The sushi was fresh & well-prepared, making it more than just an afterthought on the menu.
Service was professional & attentive, helping create a smooth & enjoyable dining experience from start to finish. Overall, Vargas is a great choice if you're looking for a high-end steak with a bit of variety, all in a lively Montreal setting.
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Indeed a hidden gem!! My wife & I walked in with no reservations on a Friday night & we were treated like royalty. Prompt & polite service, excellent drinks, excellent food, excellent atmosphere, & fantastic location (right by central station). This time we came for the sushi but they have an assortment of dry aged steaks/cuts of meat that will definitely be a must try next time - imo reasonable prices for the experience. Give it a try, you won't regret it.
This is one of the best steakhouses I've ever tried. Everything was amazing. Benjamin was very helpful, & the service overall was excellent. The steak was perfectly cooked & the sushi was very fresh. The atmosphere was elegant & comfortable. Definitely coming back again.
If you had an option to only try one restaurant in Montreal, consider this on the top of the list!
Came here for a date night for the first time, & wow the meal was amazing. Started off with the small plate of sushi. 10/10 super fresh. I had the rib eye steak I believe & it was cooked to perfection. Ended our night with the strawberry cheesecake & let me tell you it wasn't your ordinary slice of cake. It was presented so beautifully I didn't even want to eat it lol (but I did) & it was delicious. 10/10 would recommend
Dinner was exceptional. I got East meets West with Filet mignon & kamakazi sushi roll. Absolutely the best steak I've ever had. The bearanaise sauce was so good as well. Our server Yannick was so accommodating & answered all of our questions. Absolutely amazing quality & service.
I'll get to the food in a bit, but first I'd like to talk about the service.
I believe anyone can be a waiter. Anyone can bring the food to your table, fill your water, check in to make sure you're doing fine. These are the basics & any half-caring waiter could achieve. What is difficult is the charisma. Being able to make your guest laugh while also knowing when to give them space, to have such a knowledge of the menu to describe sauces as'to die for' & be correct.
Let me introduce you to Raph. A brilliant waiter whose humour & ability to read the mood elevated the meal to a place a chef cannot take it. These are skills that separate the regular chains to the restaurants that you reserve to celebrate. Raph, if you're reading this, thank you for the amazing service.
My partner & I celebrated our 3 year anniversary here! This is what we ordered
The VIP Platter for 2: incredible, if you're going with someone who doesn't mind sharing, this is perfect for you. The peanut butter jam was my highlight
The 12oz Filet Mignon: Our waiter suggested the'Dion' sauce. Amazing, no notes, cooked perfectly, absolutely get the Dion sauce & garden salad.
The Creation Sushi plate: another banger, each bite unique & REAL GINGER!! Which is always a nice touch.
My partner got a Dirty Martini & I a simple gin & tonic, both delicious.
To end our meal, we each had an espresso, a perfect way to end a lovely experience.
Including Tax & Tip, our total was around 250$ (worth it)
Some smaller notes. It really irks me when you ask for a takeout box & the service will make you pack your own, Vargas avoided this which my partner & I really appreciated.
All in All, a wonderful experience. Will for sure be returning for other big celebrations.
Creative dishes… but as creative stuff usually goes, the client/consummer might not get it, or not all of it. The sushis were great overall, the tuna tartare was too sweet for my palate & the VIP appetizer was interesting.
The food here is just ok I feel but Ive always been very satisfied with the service & even though the food is just ok i must say i keep going back for the sushi pizza which actually looks nothing like a pizza 😂 it looks like a butterfly on some days & tear drops on another day. I do recommend trying it though it is sooooo tasty.
Bone-in Rib eye & Rip cap steaks were amazing. Sides were equally great. Sushi was fresh too. Staff was amazing & very attentive. Great vibe with chill & upscal decor. Would definitely come here again. They were also able to accommodate our well behaved toddler!
The food was exceptional. The Salmon Wellington & Sushi (specifically the Omakase) are for sure recommended. The fries are out of this world. The servers are super friendly & caring about the service. This is definitely the place to try high quality food in Montreal.
Jan 3, 2025
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Excellente soirée avec un personnel très gentil & professionnel (malgré un long moment d'attente à notre arrivée). Superbe ambiance des Fêtes, les sushis étaient WOW ! Mais la morue beaucoup trop cuite. Autrement, nous recommandons, c'était vraiment super.
the entire place stinks of meat! no smiles to be found on any worker's face & the energy of the servers/hostess was just off... the sushi however was DELIGHTFUL! the fish was fresh & the portions were satisfying.
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.
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.
