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!

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.

Hands down the best speakeasy or cocktail bar we visited while in MTL. It's behind a hidden door…read morenext to the smallest bar in Canada, which is so fun. You want to be brought in and it's dark and moody with the BEST craft cocktail list. The theme is duck - which is so fun. Our bartender was OUTSTANDING. He gave not only the best drink recommendations, but also gave us a hand written list of his favorite spots in MTL (drinks, dining, activities, etc). I wish we would've gotten his name because I cannot praise him enough!

Loud, crowded, cramped. Speakeasy, but follows no speakeasy traditional rules which takes some of…read morethe away. Drinks were ok, not great. If they stepped up their game with drinks some and had better options for cocktails it might be a 3.5. Speakeasies are supposed to be quiet, this one wasn't at all. To get in it's a hidden door that you need a password to get in and that was the only speakeasy thing about it, other than being underground Server was ok, nothing outstanding

This is a very cute little spot and the owner Mike was very attentive. The mussels in the amuse…read morebouche were well seasoned and fresh. We had the welk as an entrée - it was very good and cheesy. Afterwards we had the gnocchi and fish as a main meal. These were probably my favorite gnocchis I've had in a very long time. The mushroom sauce was perfect. They didn't have the branzino that day so it was replaced with a different fish which was tender and soft but the portion was a bit too small for the price. We had a wonderful cappuccino to finish the lovely night.

Basilico Italien Express was a random stop over one of my fellow foodies suggested in DDO. I was…read moresurprised how modern and eclectic this resto bar was. From the outside it seemed nothing more than a family joint, walking in the lights were dimmed, modern seating and decor with a great R&B playlist dropping beats in the background. Mike & Josh were great at hosting. You will have a good laugh from the cocktail menu. To name a few: morning wood, 1 inch punch, grow a pear. These cocktails were original and worth the starting price at around 14$ a drink . I had the 1 inch punch that is is a bourbon pineapple infused drink, I enjoyed the presentation and smoothness of it. We also had dessert- the olive oil strawberry trifle cake and Nutella bomboloni were my favourite. Desserts are around 9$ and up . The menus revolve seasonally. A really cute place for hangouts or date nights. Highly recommend!

The poutine here is perfectly crispy, the gravy rich, and the cheese curds melted just right. The…read morestaff are genuinely friendly and gave great drink suggestions, The space is a bit snug and can get noisy, but that only adds to the lively and cozy atmosphere

Had drinks twice here with my wife on our recent ski trip. It's a beautiful bar and has food from…read morethe same kitchen as the fancy restaurant Choux Gras, which is right next to it. They have a top notch selection of spirits, some local beers, and wine. We only had a light lunch, but everything we had was delicious and beautifully presented. I recommend this if you're looking for a touch of elegance that's not typical of the apres ski options around the slopes. It's a nice change of pace.

Great ambiance! Live music was amazing, food was great, good drinks! Owners and staff are very…read morewelcoming, highly recommended!!!

Great new bar in little Italie ! Original and fresh cocktail. Nice food selection…read more Must try

Great spot for cocktails with a group! Good vibes, chill music, tasty drinks and decor.read more

I'm stupid. I thought La Distillerie No. 1 was a distillery, and we were visiting a place to taste…read morebespoke liquors. It's a nice pub/bar run by pleasant folks. There's nothing special about this place, and normally I would never schlep 30 minutes to get here.

10/10 recommend for quality cocktails and good vibes! Pro tip: go during HH to take advantage of…read moretheir larger drinks! Definitely a must visit when in Montreal :)

Excellent food and excellent service. Quite and cozy…read moreenvironment You must test the tres leches desert.

I have been to this restaurant two times in the past month and a half and both times it was a great…read moreexperience. The first time I tried one of the taco dishes. It took me forever to decide which one because they all looked good. The Tres leche cake was delicious. The second time I went to the restaurant I ordered the mission burrito, very tasty! The margarita list is really good and worth experimenting with. Great friendly service as well. Perfect for group outings

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.