The chicken wings are the best!! It's a cute local Irish bar with friendly staff and a good day…read morecrowd

A great transition from the Mr. Donut of old to the "sports and music" based establishment it has…read morebecome. A great local watering hole that has many coming in to see and listen to the great music that the Owners have achieved in their reputed Jam Nites (that cater to their love of music). Jam Nites on Mondays (Blues) & Weds (Mixed music), with Bands occasionally on weekends and for special events. Have been a proud patron for a few years, and even prouder to have been able to host an annual music-memorial to great friend Orson Clarke for the past 2 years. The little bar with a big heart. You become family quickly here...

Stunning new lounge in West Island. The inside of this lounge is absolutely gorgeous. They put a…read morelot of details in the decor and interior design of this lounge. The staff members are super nice and ready to answer any questions you may have. We just went for drinks (pricey but delicious). They have a few food items on their menu too. Pretty pricey but the vibes are immaculate. They had a live DJ on Friday night too. They just opened so go check them out!

ONION RINGS!!! I visited for dinner and found the…read morerestaurant relatively quiet, but unfortunately, our service was a bit lacking. It was difficult to get sides of sauce, water refills, or even the check in a timely manner. I ordered the Bookmaker Steak Sandwich with onion rings. While the sandwich was generously filled with meat, it didn't quite deliver on flavor. On the other hand, the onion rings were a highlight- crispy, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. The batter held up beautifully, with each bite cleanly separating from the onion without any pull-apart mess. Overall, I'd be open to giving this place another try, perhaps with a different entrée, as I believe there's potential here, and those onion rings are definitely worth returning for.

Came in late - like 11pm I think!! - for some dinner. I had bangers and mash. It was fine,…read morenothing too great. Also had a poutine which was pretty good! I think I liked it better than the bangers and mash to be honest. I didn't have any beer or anything but they looked to have a good selection of beer and booze. There was live music, guy playing guitar and singing. He was pretty good. Server was very nice and helped with answering questions.

Love this place! Never disappoints. They have an ample selection of beers on tap, including widely…read morerecognized staples and relatively unknowns. The food is always excellent. The filet mignonettes poutine, while some may is expensive, is well worth the price for the indulgence. Another favourite is the pub chicken sandwich. Also, you can't go wrong with any of the desserts. I also need to call attention to the excellent service (Caroline was especially fantastic!). And they do pub trivia on Wednesday nights, which is always a load of fun!

Always nice selection on the weekly menu. Have to yet to try something we didn't like. Nice pub…read moreambiance. We prefer the 1st floor but it's pretty small and fills up fast. The 2nd floor has a more basic ambiance but there are a few televisions to watch sports. Service is always great!

My hotel was nearby and I kept seeing people gathered outside or walking in this place. Around 4:30…read moreone evening it was quiet, so I walked in to check out the food menu. You walk in and there's a clothing store on one side and black curtains straight ahead. I just stood there confused for a second until someone suddenly appeared and escorted me through the curtains, down a long dark hallway, and into this intimate, dimly lit bar. Turns out, I had accidentally stumbled into a speakeasy. The space is tiny--maybe 6-8 seats at the bar and a long banquet along the wall for 10-12 more people. No menus either. They ask what you like and don't like, then craft a cocktail specifically for you. The pours are generous and the bar is stocked with top-shelf liquor. About a drink and a half in, I realized I needed actual food immediately and had to leave. The staff was friendly, personable, and chatty, and because the space is so intimate, you naturally end up talking with the people around you. Definitely more of a solo or date-night spot than a group hang. Such a cool, unexpected experience.

The Cloakroom Bar came at the recommendation of one of my colleagues as a place to check out in…read moreMontreal. I'm a fan of cocktail bars, and after reading up on this spot I made it my intention to check it out. It just so happened that it was a short walk from my hotel, so we decided to check it out one night before heading to dinner. The Cloakroom is a speakeasy, nestled behind a hidden door in a men's clothing shop. In the line of being a speakeasy, the space is small - there are only 24 seats but since we got there right at opening we were seated right away. The space is dark and intimate, with the bottles of liquor lit up behind the bar providing an attractive focal point. One of the more unique features of the bar is that there's no menu; we told our server the types of liquors we wanted along with the flavor notes and they crafted a cocktail based on our tastes. We ultimately had two rounds; my first drink was vodka-based and fruity, while I went with something gin-based and dryer. Both were very good - there's little fanfare with presentation; the bartenders let the drinks speak for themselves. Service was great; due to the setup, each patron is given extra attention which really highlighted the experience. Overall, I really enjoyed my time at The Cloakroom Bar. This was definitely a unique experience with excellent curated drinks. I would definitely return the next time I'm in Montreal.

Your neighbourhood hangs out bar with pool tables, major sporting events viewing and lives music…read moreover the weekend. Nice place with a large parking lot, friendly staff and most of their customers as well. Food is available after 18:00 but a bit pricey for a bar and a wide selection of beers and drinks. So give it a go if you into the games or live music and let me know how it was for you.

Love this pool bar! Not the fanciest place but staff are very friendly. It's a very good place to…read morego with friends for a fun night out. The only thing is that they do not provide you with a drink menu which makes things a bit confusing for someone looking to try some unique drinks and not just a classic cocktail.

Playground is a very fun place, and excellently run. They are predominantly a casino gaming space,…read morebut they have multiple solid dining spaces including The Rail (a coal fired bistro), Drunken Dragon (Japanese), and a steakhouse. I have been at least four times there. From the gaming perspective, they are the best poker room in all of Canada and perhaps all of North America. Dealers are excellent, food & beverage service is excellent (and the food itself is great in the poker room), and they have good quality tables, seating, and chips. They also have lots of tournaments there. The overall place is kept clean and they're always going around cleaning the gaming machines / slots. There are no live tables here other than poker, but they have electronic roulette, blackjack, and baccarat. I have only eaten at The Rail. Dinner there was very good. The cheesy garlic bread was solid. The bacon Hawaiian pizza was a great pizza. Service there was good, too. Also, Playground has complimentary valet parking.

Came here for the first time on Saturday May 11, 2024 around 3PM. I heard about it through social…read moremedia as they have recently renovated and expanded the place. I am used to the Montreal Casino, if we are to compare the two, Playground is significantly smaller and more geared towards poker players. Our group was just interested in slot machines - you have to create a membership card to play, which is free, and they give you up to $30 in credits for liking their social media handles. This was straightforward and easy. The slot machines are located on the first and second floor. Upper floor is part of the expanded area and is overally nicer, has fresher carpet and less of a smell. I was surprised to see many smoking rooms - despite being enclosed, whenever the sliding doors open, the smell gets around. Drinks are free while you play, food is free only if you play at the poker tables. Unlike the Montreal Casino, there aren't any self serve stations, so no free soda or water around. The 2nd floor has a stage with occasional live music or shows. The new restaurants for japanese food or steak are also on the 2nd floor. These are beautiful and a nice touch - probably the nicest feature of the Playground. The rest of the area is unfortunately kind of cramped and dark, there is a lack of color and ambiance. Maybe different lighting or more decorations could liven up the place. I found the mood to be a bit depressing. There is no real glitz or glam. Still a decent option if you are just interested in slot machines or poker and would like to have a nice meal on site, but for a fun night out, I find this place to be too small and lacking options. For example, there are no branded slot machines, no famous pop culture icons or anything noticeable. Many other casinos have games featuring celebrity shows or artists which I find more enjoyable. Note the parking is free and there is plenty outdoors however much of the lot is not paved so can be quite messy if you are literally walking in dirt during bad weather.

I loved the food at Lou's. A really great gem in the West Island! If you're looking to stay in the…read morewest and avoid the busy downtown area this is the place ! Everything we ordered was so tasty and the portions were generous! Our wait staff was so kind and attentive we were seriously impressed !!! The whole vibe of the restaurant is quaint and very retro-- loved it! It's a cozy little restaurant that I would highly recommend! Will be visiting again and again!

Chose this spot for my family birthday dinner, wanting something comfortable yet still upscale…read more Lou's really fit the bill in both departments. Decor is retro Mad Men style with plush banquettes and booths. Service was quietly attentive and everything came out quickly and as ordered. We had a couple of beers, even though the cocktail menu had a lot of fun listings. Several cool martinis to choose from. To start we had the tuna tataki and Parker rolls. Oh those hot little buns are just perfect and the crudo deliciously spicy and melt in your mouth. We shared steak, pasta with braised beef, cauliflower cheese, fries and a salad. A great way to try a couple of things and there was not a thing left on any plate. Really enjoyed it and will come back.