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 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.
We dived in here during the heavy snow earlier this week, cold & wet. We were met with excellent friendly service. Burgers, steak & veggie option were great & the wine list was excellent. Probably the best food we've had all week on our vacation in Montreal (much better than Keg!).
Très bon restaurant Très bien placé en centre ville Seules les frites ne sont pas excellentes, ce serait meilleur si c'était des frites fraîches faites maison
3e fois au Vargas, probablement la derniere. J'y ai ete mieux servi lorsque j'y ai depense entre 200 a 300$ au lieu de 600 a 700$. La qualite de la nourriture est toujours presente, mais si le service client compte pour vous & que vous n'etes pas un habitue evitez cette place. Avoir ete au Farside, au Deville, au Mirella's ou a la limite meme au Rib&Reef nous aurions ete mieux servis qu'ici. Go where your money is appreciated. Point blank. Au moins ma chienne aura un bon reste de moelle oeuse a deguster comme collation.
Les plats sont bons & les aliments frais.Bon service & bonne ambiance, pas bruyant du tout ,pas de musique forte non plus. Bref,bien pour passer un bon moment au centre ville en toute simplicité avec de belles vues sur la rue .On peut relaxer & manger dans un bel endroit. Il y a du personnel, chose rare & pas d'attente. Alors c'est réussi.
Apr 4, 2024
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The food & service (thanks to Tamara) were impeccable. I would put this exceptional experience on the same level as a 4 diamond Castel & Resorts. Perfect for a business lunch, as the noise is minimal & perfect for establishing business relationships. Congratulations to your entire team... You were utter perfection.
Top tier steakhouse restaurant in Montréal QC. Exquisite food & over the Top service. Thank You Kaessandra for providing the most pleasant experience. A must place to go if you are in town.
Can't believe I had never been before... my husband brought me here for Valentine's Day... & what a great meal it was! We ordered: shrimp tempura, beef satay, cap steak, roast beef, grilled mushrooms, fries, & baked potato. My water glass was never empty, the service was excellent overall. While I didn't like the peanut sauce with the satay, the meat was super tender & flavourful on its own, & we were happy the sauce was on the side. The mushrooms were insanely delicious as was my cap steak, the roast beef was good, just nowhere near as good as my steak... looking forward to our next visit!
Decor & atmosphere nice. Service was A+. Prime rib was good but not the best I ever had. Prices are very reasonable for a downtown higher end restaurant. 28$ for table d'hôte, I consider this value for downtown. Will definitely go back
It was a bitterly cold Feb 24 when we four lady friends who just attended mass at the nearby St Patrick's cathedral were both freezing & famished on the walk back to our hotel. We all agreed to have dinner at the first restaurant we'd come upon, any restaurant. Then there was Vargas just after a few blocks. If that wasn't an answered prayer, I don't know what is. Anyway, we went in, & had a totally unforgettable dining experience, courtesy of our server. His warm & engaging personality more than made up for the frosty & condescending welcome from the receptionist. The ultimate salesman that he was, we went for his suggestions on a porterhouse entree, with all the best accoutrements & potables, then finally capped with coffee & a shared cheesecake. Altogether, it was a most wonderful evening for these women on a weekend getaway to Montreal. Sebastian, you're the best!!! We hope to see you again the next time we visit your beautiful city.
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The food was disgusting.ordered a VIP platter to share with friends & for 64$.. it was nooot worth it at all. I could have gotten the party pack at M&Ms for 20$... the drink was good tho. This place used to be so good! The waiters seem annoyed as hell like it hurts to smile. Blah. Never again.
We are at this restaurant yesterday & had an amazing time. The food was amazing. The waiter Sebastian was very good in making our stay comfortable. Even though he is not really sincere in looking after us, but he made our stay worth it. You can tell that he is trying his best to make us comfortable but I know he is only doing his job. But the sincerity is not really there. Pushing us to buy expensive food not letting us decide want we wanted. I think he is thinking we have no money to spend, but we proved him wrong. The Manager trying hard to accommodate us & trying to talk to us, maybe sizing us up if we have Mon to pay. Really a very weird feeling. First time here at this restaurant last night. We were hungry & new to the area, we had no choice but to eat here. The welcome that we received was very disappointing but we stood our grounds to stay. The two Ladies at front was so rude & prejudice. Looking at us with disgust because we are Asian & not formally dress because we are on vacation. The way she asked the question if we have reservation is totally rude. If I want to hang up my coat in the coat cart was totally rude. We were thinking of leaving but we stood grounds to show them. The looks that we received are not pleasant. But at the end Sebastian tried really hard to make us comfortable. You can really tell that sincerity of every one was not there. I find this restaurant full of prejudice people. From the Manager , the hostess & waiter. So if you are Asian or miniority looking make sure you dress up going to this restaurant so they don't look at you weird. Now I know why people not liking Montreal. Very disappointed in treating us. Not a real welcomeing place if you ask me. Medy
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!!!
Sebastian made our night. we went out for a bachelorette & he was so much fun, knowledgeable about the menu & had many great recommendations. We are not even from montreal & would definitely make the trip out again just for him !
The food was pretty good. However, the coffee is so bitter that I can't drink it. Very old & not fresh taste. My friend & I took a sip & stood up. & one of the servers, Old Woman, had a very stiff attitude, which was unpleasant. I think people like that shouldn't work as servers.
