Yer'Mad Bistro Bar emerges as a cozy, distinctive spot with a strong local vibe, good music, and friendly service that many visitors describe as welcoming and sociable. The vibe is praised for being lively and authentic, with cold beer and attentive bartenders who keep an eye on refills and conversations, while the experience as a whole can show uneven service and a limited food menu. A cash only policy and occasional notes about food prices and the value of dishes are common practical caveats, along with some comments that the food does not always match the menu description. The crowd is described as friendly, with a mix of locals and visitors, and the place is seen as a memorable Montreal find that adds character, even as a few reviews mention quieter times or locals who stay within their circle. Yer'Mad Bistro Bar stands out for its atmosphere and hospitality, making it worth a visit with friends despite the cash constraint and the limited menu.
Love this place, super nice peeps.
Great punky dive bar atmosphere.
...to be clear, that is a very good thing. LoL
Snack food, good but snack food.
Can be very loud at times.
Nice little bar right in front of Berri station. Great atmoshpere. The beers are good, the nachos are delicious, & it's a great place to meet with friends. Be aware, though: it is a cash-only bar. There is an ATM on site, but the fees attached to it are eye-watering.
Jul 13, 2025
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I often bike past this bar but I've never tried it until last night. It's cozy & low lit however however I wasn't happy about the fact they only take cash. Thankfully, the person I was with had cash on him. There's an ATM however you'd probably have to pay a fee. The drinks are pretty cheap so that's a plus.
The best bartenders, music & atmosphere for a Canadian pirate Irish dive bar. Love the lighting, logo stickers, lighting & wide variety of guests in a central location with friendly ambience & drink specials. Worth visiting with groups!
Absolutely great place, great ambiance, great people. Edit on the review: 4 years later, I came back by chance in yer mad. I encountered Phil the bartender & I remembered what I loved the most about the place, the AMAZING staff. Phil was so incredibly kind to me, he literally made me feel welcomed & helped me out with good will & friendliness. Paired with the cozy atmosphere yer mad feels so homey I actually felt like I had walked into a little comfortable basement home party hosted by a friend rather than a random pub. I am name dropping Phil in this review hoping his manager will see this & know what a wonderful person works for him! If someone, as a customer, encounters Phil, make sure to tip him a little extra😌. Don't forget to tip all the other bartenders! They're doing a most wonderful job! With warmth, good humour & good nature. The atmosphere & the coziness & the staff make up for the fact that they only take cash. Which is practically a crime in my eyes as a member of a technology savvy generation that doesn't carry cash or even a debit card since it became possible to pay with your phone.
Jun 8, 2024
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Lors de mon récent séjour à Montréal pour un événement, j'ai découvert un véritable joyau caché ! Après le concert, un lundi à 23h30, je cherchais quelque chose à grignoter & suis entrée dans un endroit où j'ai été chaleureusement accueillie par la barmaid, Jade. Son service était tout simplement fabuleux, & les prix étaient incroyablement abordables. Même en n'étant pas une grande buveuse, j'ai été agréablement surprise par l'atmosphère accueillante & sécurisante de l'endroit, & j'ai fini par y passer toute la soirée. C'était vraiment un moment merveilleux, une petite perle rare dans la vie nocturne de Montréal. Je recommande vivement cet endroit.
This quirky bar is a hidden gem. The staff were extremely helpful & genuinely kind. The location looked questionable at first, but once you enter this basement bar, you feel that the atmosphere is not what you would expect. I would recommend this bar to anyone who likes to venture off the beaten path.
Unique, quirky, friendly, lively little basement bar that I will definitely visit again. Jade made us feel very welcome, almost like old friends. Along with all the other staff who were more like a group of good friends than just coworkers. We received excellent service & thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Be aware, it is a cash only bar. They do have an ATM on site, but to avoid the service charge, bring yer money.
Le bar est malade! Atmosphère de fou, musique excellente, & surtout, un service impeccable & surper amical de Jade! Je recommende à tout le monde!!!! Ps: table de babyfoot gratuit!
Apr 9, 2024
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