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

Anytime is coffee & cocktail time right? Well apparently it is at Cafécoquetel! Right in the heart…read moreof Villeray, you can either enjoy your favourite third wave coffee (Zab), mocktail, cocktail, cider, beer, or glass of wine anytime from 9am to 9pm from Thursday to Monday. Dark'n'Stormy, Expresso Old Fashioned, Hot Toddé are alcohol-free but you can always add a shot depending on your mood. Order a Penicillin, Cayenne Negroni, Pomme Collins, or a custom classic of your choice if you feel line something stronger. Today, a Nordic shrimp roll was calling me but will reserve that when I return with friends over a glass of white vino... for now, I opted for the menu du jour grilled cheese, and their signature latte with steeped rose petals and pink peppercorns - a brighter, fruitier, milder in spiciness than the black peppercorn. Opened in February 2021, headed by Pénéloppe Tancrède (Brasserie Harricana) and Gabriel Lavallé (Café Paquebot), is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. What a beautiful first experience this was, and certainly won't be the last. Hope you get to discover this hidden gem!

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.

This is a #ThankYouThursday covid-19 review. I am walking down streets in my memories and thinking…read moreabout some of the ridiculous fun times I've had in Montreal bars. Our nightlife is what makes our city and I really hope the provincial and federal government get together behind some actual coordinated support for these crucial local businesses. I used to live near Hemisphere gauche and have walked by all kinds of different crowds gathered outside, it's so awesome to see how different kinds of communities can feel welcomed in live music venues and bars and I love walking by and feeling, not just unthreatened, but somehow welcomed in their midst. I've sat on the window ledge here and enjoyed a cheep beer and the people watching, and I've rolled in here with a crew of badass lady friends after another bar closed and the staff let us take over their karaoke set up and drink whiskey and sing all our frustrations out till closing time, no fuss.

Awesome Staff! Took amazing care of us and even jammed some SLAYER for me. Thank you for the…read moreRespect. I will be back on my next trip.

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 :)

From the owner: Chez Josie is a cozy bar in the heart of Villeray perfect for a dinner with friends, no matter the…read moresize of the group. Our menu is inspired by cuisine from around the world that we enjoy and we hope you will enjoy it as well. After dinner, we hope you will join us for a cocktail from our curated menu of favorites and enjoy the sounds of our DJ from Thursday to Saturday.

Nice location and cool, mellow vibe. Excellent pizza chorizo , then a nice prosciutto plate washed…read moredown with a tasty local 77 Double IPA. Scotch selection average.

It's funny, just when I was thinking "this area needs one more bar" Huis Clos pops up. Sitting on…read morethe sunny side of St Denis, corner Villeray, and opened by the same crew that brought you Monsieur Smith out in HOMA, Huis Clos is most definitely welcome. It's a little on the edge of fancy for my taste, but with a nice selection of cocktails around the $10 range I am not mad at them. The Mojito and Ceasar were classic and strong, and the $22 charcuterie sharing plate was actually big and hearty and plenty for two people, with neat tastes like the pickled egg and vegetables, and the beet mustard. The big backlit lettered sign with drink specials looks great and helps prevent the feeling of squinting at a chalkboard in a dim bar so popular around town. There's a sizeable booth in the back nearby windows into the kitchen, but the prime seat for me is right in the front in the setting sun, I'll be back earlier next time to try and slip into it. Service was slow but super friendly, I think they'll ramp right up into excellent.

Talented and creative kitchen. Friendly service. Just tasty as hell with a cool and welcoming vibe…read more Bathrooms also nice.

The Brussels sprouts with hummus and the ceviche Barranco are delicious, and service was prompt.read more