I came into this bar absolutely blasted on the 4th of July, Remus made some of the most exquisite…read moreabsinthe drinks and give a very thorough and detailed explanation of the how sugar cube dissolves into the absinthe. I couldn't pay much attention to him in the moment, but after watching the video recordings my friends took of Remus explaining that process I gained a deep appreciation for the country of Canada as a whole but more importantly Remus. I honestly do not remember most of what happened after that but I do know I had a phenomenal time.

Visited Bootleggers on a Sunday evening during the start of their happy hour. Oysters are $1 but…read morethey had minimum order of 6. The oysters were served on ice, with lemon slices, and homemade sauces in dropper bottles. The oysters were so fresh and so tasty that we ended up ordering a second round. The drinks were tasty and the servers were helpful! I chose the Mercredi for my drink. The server forewarned that they didn't have the carbonized version of the drink -- but it was still delicious! It caught my eye because it was plum gin based. It also had chai tea syrup, apricot liqueur, lemon juice. I was a little hesitant to get it at first because I was worried the cinnamon or chai flavor would overwhelm the drink but that wasn't the case at all. All of the ingredients balanced each other very well. It also helped that our server said it was her favorite drink on their menu. The location was super cute. Lots of seating at small tables and bar seating. I was a fan of the bathroom! The women's bathroom was very clean, with a cool LED and mirror above the sink.

I loved this bar! Best bar we visited while during our entire stay in Canada!…read more Lots of scotch's to choose from and why also has a great selection of gin. GREAT BARTENDER, super chill crowd, I could of lost hours hanging out in this place. The prices are very reasonable too.

What an amazing pub to stumble upon off the beaten path. Cozy vibes, friendly staff and awesome…read moreseasonal drinks!

We stopped in just for cocktails and had such a great experience! Our server was amazing ( didnt…read morecatch her name but she had black hair and tattoos) -- so kind and accommodating, she really made us feel welcome. The cocktails were fantastic too. I tried one that started with an "S" (gin-based) and another floral gin cocktail, and both were really, really good. The drinks were balanced, refreshing, and beautifully made. The location is also perfect -- such a great spot to enjoy the evening. Definitely recommend for both the service and the cocktails!

Je ne suis pas fan de pubs, ni de bars. Je suis venu 2 fois pour assister à des match…read mored'improvisation et c'était juste correct... Y a un McDo pas loin et le wifi marche à partir du pub... so ça c'est cool I guess.

Big in Japan has been around for ages but it was our first time visiting on a Friday evening. No…read morewait at 7:30pm, small lineup when we left two hours later. The atmosphere is dark, moody, not too loud, but very warm inside. Cocktails are $12.00 to $20.00. - Saké sour ($16.00) - best of the drinks we ordered - Tokyo mule ($12.00) - El jimador ($18.00)

Hands down, one of the most refined speakeasies in Montreal. This beautiful modern bar with a…read moreunique layout that could possibly sit up to 50 people is tucked behind a long hallway. Our server Sophie was very friendly and when I couldn't figure out what type of drink I should get, she made it her mission to brainstorm with the bartender to curate the perfect drink for me.

We were looking for something close after a long day of travel from the US and Le Trefle seemed to…read morefit the bill on a Thursday evening. Place was packed and noisy, very noisy. Guiness was excellent (I would hope so in an Irish pub), as was the shot of Jameson. Her Fish and Chips were skimpy, mostly fries. My Burger Tip & Top (actually chicken, not beef) was interesting, but not quite what I was looking for. Again, portion was very small, with lots of fries to fill the plate. Staff was friendly, but with the crowd very slow. I'd come again for a beer, but I'd leave the kitchen alone.

Bonne bouffe, prix convenable, très bon service. Bière à 3,50$ pendant les matcha des canadiensread more

The Lachine waterfront is quite notorious, with the beautiful views, the marina and the line of…read morerestaurants/terraces. It does not however have a pub/bar. This is where Bar Trois Devins comes in. Ambiance/decor : Very clean (including bathrooms). It has a heavy, sombre feel, with wooden beams and exposed brick, which is very appropriate. Drinks : What differs them from most bars is that they import beers and stay off the mainstream track. Kudos. Their cocktails aren't decorated like Mardi Gras, but very well mixed and taste good. Service : I was actually impressed on how fast our waiter served us, considering the bar was completely full. (to both bring our orders and when we were ready to check out). PRO : Location. Many enjoy the restaurants on that strip, yet feel that their night is cut short due to regular restaurant hours. It's right next to (walking distance) all the restaurants and is open late. CON : Due to the fact that it's one of the only bars in the area, it can sometimes attract a clientele that may not be right for you. If you are with a small or larger group, this would go unnoticed however. NOTE : This could be an interesting place to rent (as a venue). Reason of 3* rating : I was not blown away, considering Montreal is a bar&restaurant capital, but nothing disappointed me or anyone at my table.

I would give it 4.5 only because of the 2 obnoxiously loud gentlemen when we were there (it's not…read morethe businesses fault but the clientele at a place does affect our enjoyment of it). Stopped by around 10 on a Wednesday night for a post meal pint. The place itself is very much pleasing to the eye. Reasonably priced draft with craft beers and a lot of imports you won't find most places (from Sam Addams to Bass). Scotch / whiskey collection behind the bar was nothing to joke about and the glass wall cellar was quite impressive. As for the staff, they were relaxed enough to make me believe it might have been the owner / manager and he was really top notch. He kept a good humor going with us throughout our stay without being too intrusive. Would definitely stop by to try their other beers if I find myself back in the area.

Spectacular spot!…read more Very cozy inside, dimly lit with little lights at each table. Stone walls, oil paintings and antique decor. All the plates are different and unique from each other. We ordered the Paloma mocktail which was extra tasty. Starters were the brioche bread that was baked with a crispy top and the herb butter paired very nice. We also got the asparagus and scallops. I was thinking it would be the whole scallop, but it was cut into little pieces and put on top of the asparagus. For the entrees we got the filet and another steak I can't remember the name?? The filet was cooked to absolute perfection, crispy on the inside and so tender and soft on the inside. We got one of each of the sauces as well as the sides. The butter sauce was my favorite. The asparagus came with such an earthy sauce it was a flavor bomb in your mouth. Service is great, only thing is the server forgot about my Diet Coke for 15 minutes but no worries on that. Very cozy date night spot! Loved everything about it.

I'm not exactly sure how Barroco landed on my radar; I was taking Montreal recommendations from…read moremultiple outlets, and when I was organizing them it caught my eye as a potential place to grab dinner. Pics and reviews looked great, so we made plans to dine here during our penultimate night in the city. Barroco is located in Old Montreal, right on Rue Saint-Paul. The exterior has really charming curb appeal, and upon entry we were greeted by the same. This isn't a large restaurant, arranged with tables and a few booths throughout the space and a bar on the back wall that serves as a focal point. The vibes were on - the restaurant was tastefully decorated with a mix of old-fashioned fixtures, stone walls, and earth tones. The restaurant was quite lively - the vibes were on. Their drink menu is quite creative; we actually started our evening at the bar while we were waiting for our table and the bartender made some great suggestions - both cocktails I had were really good. The food menu is mostly French inspired; it wasn't extensive but they had a good variety of creative dishes. We decided on two starters - the brioche and the octopus salad. The brioche was fine, it came as one roll with a side of seasoned butter. It was a little on the dry side, and the butter wasn't very flavorful. The octopus salad was much better; the octopus was sliced and arranged on top of a ratatouille which provided a good complement of flavors and textures. For my main I got the OG braised beef. The beef was almost pot-roast style, seasoned with maple and aged balsamic sauce and paired with truffled celery root purée. This was delicious - the beef was super tender, and the sauce provided great flavor. The puree was an awesome side - the entire trip was super comforting and familiar while also being new and interesting. We decided to get two desserts - the madeleines and the olive oil cake. The former were baked fresh and came with a side of chocolate pudding and salted caramel, while the latter came with whipped cream and coached pears. Both were good, but I preferred the madeleines; the warm sponge paired with the chocolate and caramel was a great finisher to the meal. Service was great - everyone from the host to the bartender to our waiter made us feel welcome; they definitely elevated the experience. Overall, I had a great time at Barroco; the food, vibes, and service were all on point. I would definitely consider returning the next time I'm in Montreal.