A taste for taste. A bless in a continent where fake food has become normal. Wines are really special, food has fine taste and the atmosphere is cosey! Don't doubt just go! read more

Pullman - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Dimner for two. Grilled cheese and bison sliders were excellent. Don't forget the churros dessert. Excellent service and amazing food.....

Perfect service, really friendly staff, very comfortable seating in a cool environment. We shared 8 small plates, 2 desserts, and a cheese board - all excellent! Wines were delicious too, and the half pricing on bottles on Sunday night was a great deal - we'll be back next time we're in Montreal! read more

This is a super cool wine bar, but expensive for the area it's in considering it's near McGill campus. However I went here with my mom and discovered it was the perfect atmosphere for all ages! Perfect for more of an upscale date but also nice for a place to relax before and/or after a dinner. The cheese plate is delicious but like any wine bar like this one it doesn't contain enough cheese for the price. There's a large variety of wines available dating way back but for our budget we chose the cheapest red wine available, but it was still delicious read more

Loved this place for late dinner and drinks. Waiter was down-to-earth, knowledgeable about wine and was able to point out some great ones for us. We had the serf tartare and the charcuterie plate, which were both excellent. The space was modern and industrial, but unique lighting made it feel super inviting and warm. Overall, I had a fabulous time! read more

This is a classy bar, with a varied assortment of snacks, and other food items. While ambiance and decor lend to add stylishness and 'class' to the establishment, the service is primarily mediocre. Space is a bit concerning, but if you don't mind spartan seating in a dim-lit corner, then it poses no issues. It is the space issue that proved rather burdensome (having to get up a few times to accommodate servers passing through can be a bit undesirable - but it was busy, and the staff did ultimately accommodate us). It's definitely romantic, and I'd recommend it, even if it is just grabbing a glass of wine with your partner. read more

Excellent tapas and great ambiance. A reservation is absolutely recommended. It was just me and they managed a spot at the bar but kicked a guy out next to me due to reservations. read more

Every single dish we ordered, 4 of them were outstanding. No weak links. Rabbit confit, quail, duck and parsnip, mushroom and polenta.

I have been a occasional client of theirs over the last 4 years, they have a great space with an a very cool vibe and decor. The wait staff is very charming and helpful and they know wines very well. I would describe this place as a wine / tapas place, they have a huge selection by the glass, and their bites are always fun and tasty. The bill can go up fast with those little bites so beware of your orders, but the fun filled evening,the bites and wine themselves are definately worth it. read more

Twice I have gone to Pullman and to be honest, I was not really going for the tapas. It's just the perfect meet and greet spot. If you have ever experienced online dating, then you know meeting at the perfect spot is what sets the mood. Pullman has this relaxed atmosphere of people who want to drink and socialize, the appetizers are just breaks in those intimate moments of deep conversations. They say oysters and red wine are aphrodisiacs, luckily Pullman's has the best of both and a staff that is very knowledgeable about their alcohol (rare in most bars and lounges today). My only complaint is that three appetizers that my group ordered was never delivered, but who is counting when there is an abundance of champagne. You will enjoy yourself if you are in good company and forget how short the weekend is. read more

A solid 3 stars. Wish I could give it a half more because it's right in the middle. I've been to this place a number of times mainly because it's so crazy close to HGI. I really did like this place when I first went there. Now having been there, say, 4 times, over the past couple of years my enamour is somewhat subdued. Substantial wine list with some ecclectic choices if you're into buying bottles. As single diner you still have a good selection of wines by the glass so no hardship. The food is all small plate and that's fine because you get a chance to sample a bunch of different stuff. Gets expensive as a single diner though. This place is not cheap. Have to say my favorite on the menu is the gravlax. Shrimp with chorizo is salty and very tasty. Bison sliders- okay. Cod balls - near miss. goat cheese with peppers - uninteresting. Okay. so my base conclusion is that the food is good but not breathtakingly great. Would I come back again? Yeah, on a rainy or cold night it's a reliable place to go for sustenance. But with so many excellent choices for a fine summer night? Maybe I'll give it a few months before I come back. read more

My boyfriend and I walked in without a reservation on a Friday night. They seated us right away (at the bar, tisk tisk) but the servers were very professional and knowledgable. We had 4 dishes. Calamari, bison burgers, tuna steaks and chorizo. They were all divine, well prepared and the delivery of each dish was timed perfectly. We had 2 glasses of wine each. The server knew lots about each kind of wine and I liked that they deal exclusively with organic producers. It was very trendy, a little over priced but all in all a great Montreal experience. read more

Too popular, and consequently too crowded. You can't just go for a drink. You also have to order a tapa or some other dish. Cocktails are pretty standard--nothing innovative. All things considered I don't endorse coming here for a dining/drinking experience. It's a rare thumbs down from me. read more

Food was amazing. Atmosphere was very chic and fun. Especially recommend the mini grilled cheeses. Staff was wonderful, timed our courses perfectly, and made amazing wine recommendations. I'd recommend making a reservation if you have a large party, because the space for large parties is limited. Not to say you shouldn't bring a larger group there, because everything is perfect for sharing. Would definitely return. read more

Zero complaints about this wire bar. The waiter, Dabril, was very knowledgeable about every wine that was offered and was quick with recommendations. He was also very personable and remembered us when we returned a couple days later. The tapas were the perfect size to try different foods without getting filled up too quickly. Between the two nights we probably tried 1/3 of the food offered and it all tasted pretty good. The atmosphere was lively without being uncomfortably loud. There are four areas that you can sit in that allow you to sit at a small dining table, a secluded bar in the front, couches in the front, or a larger bar in the back. read more

I came here for the MTL a Table event since people spoke good things about this place. The location is quite dark , and the chairs/seating is quite uncomfortable. Our watiress was really friendly and really knew her selection of wines. I give them 5 stars on that. However, the food was mediocre and I wasn't really "wow'ed" I felt like the menu didn't have much vareity and I was surprised there was no fish or chicken options. We chose the moka brownies which were horrible and tasted like dry/badly done from a box cake mix. I wouldn't really return to this place. read more

Food poisoning!! We were a big group of people and my best friend's husband and I both ordered Bally's! The following day at 6 am, I woke up with severe stomach cramps, and vomiting, fever and diarrhea that lasted for 2 days! The same happened to my best friend's husband...we were the only ones who had Bally's at this place and that was the only thing that both of us ate alone without the group. Please make sure you store your alcohol correctly! My vacation got absolutely ruined! I am visiting from California for 5 days only and I lost several days because of this incident...I am writing this review while in bed. read more

Arrived in Montreal late after a drive there from New York. We wanted an intimate wine bar with small plates and this place fit that description exactly! I got a caiparinha and it was way too strong I needed to ask for them to add club soda but I guess I can't criticize that too much since I think this is more of a wine place. We got the raw scallop and my boyfriend said it was the best scallop dish he's ever had! We also got the venison tartare which was great but the chips could have used some more salt. The bison sliders had a nice punch of flavor. Overall a great place and I will recommend it to friends who visit Montreal. read more

Bittersweet after leaving the restaurant. The food was delicious no doubt but when they say small plates THEY MEAN IT. Plus when i asked the waiter what kind of wines they had he apparently pulled out some $17 glass of wine that I had no idea about the price until the bill came. Honestly do I look like I drink expensive wine? Definitely not. While the food was good I'd be weary to go back solely due to the unexpected costs and lack of communication with the wait staff read more

It's difficult to give an accurate overall score because it's quite non cohesive in terms of decor, the style of food, and the service. If you're sitting at the front or on the first landing, it's about the best spots you can get. The back section of the restaurant looks like it's perpetually in need of renovation and looks like it wasn't meant to be opened to clients. The view isn't all that great either as the glaring bright Provigo grocery store sign is front and center across the restaurant. Decor gets a low 3* score from me. The food was unique and it's supposed to be tapas styled and of a Canadian fusion influence. There's enough variety in tapas choices from small bites to more savoury dishes. The food is nicely presented and the taste is intricate and thoughtfully put together for the most part. I would compliment them on the food presentation as it makes up for less cohesive restaurant decor. I would put that at 5*. The salmon gravlax didn't make too much sense to me in terms of how to eat it but it wasn't bad. As for the wait staff, I'm not sure if the lengthy delay between the dishes was intentional but it was a considerable wait after the first 2 dishes. One of the wait staff must've been impatient to get out of the resto so her service was very average but the other one serving us was nice and friendly. Service would get a 4*. Crowd is mainly of a younger age group but a couple brought their child to eat there, which I would say it's not really a kid friendly resto. It's a pretty decent place (only at the front) for a date and as every dish is supposedly shareable it does require some negotiation for who gets what. 3 people eating makes it very tricky to split evenly so best to show up in pairs or someone will be short changed for their meal. Most recommend 3-4 dishes per person to be considered filling. Overall, I would say it's a unique experience, more on the pricey side especially if you throw in the wine. It gets a 4/5 from me. read more

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Great find on our first night in Montreal! Sampled some wine flights and every single tapas plate we ordered was excellent. The green beans and lobster roll were our favorites. read more

Disappointed!! Recommended by hotel staff to come here, small portions, under poured our wine glasses by a long shot. Upon sitting down, the waitress had the audacity to say you'll have to order something , after only being in the restaurant for 2 minutes!!! Maybe it's a misunderstanding between French and English but she spoke English well. I look expensive , I'm fit, and attractive no need to ask that honey I ordered a charcuterie , a cheese plate and bison burger sliders, which by the way were über greasy and uber tiny I felt like I was eating my toddlers portion. Ugh bummer first night in the city and my view was a bunch of real housewives from New York City having a drunken ol time. Next time going to the quaint romantic better view of Old Montreal. read more

We had an amazing experience here, no reservations but were able to be seated for an hour. We chose the cheese board and each a flight of wine, exceptional service and perfect pairings read more

This place has a lively atmosphere and a chic industrial decor. The drinks are good but expensive (cocktails 10-20, beer 6.60 and up). The food is dressed up pub food served on small plates but it's reasonably priced (7-14 per tapa plate). We showed up on a Friday night without a reservation and were served little glasses of complimentary wine while we waited. I've been there more than once and I would go again, but I haven't written home about it. Only this review. read more

I like pubs, but this place has a classier feel to it. It's a bit noisy but atmosphere is great. I ordered a lychee martini and these cute, expensive, but DELICIOUS churros that came in 7 3-4 inch pieces with chocolate sauce. They also sold mini burgers which were quite yummy as well. Food is definitely expensive, but prices of drinks is normal what they are usually worth. Service is decent and dress code is casual surprisingly for such a nice place! Would go again for a glass of wine instead next time. read more

One of my favorite wine bars in the world. Wonderful selection of wine. Constantly changing seasonal menu with delicious tapas. The service is above and beyond generous. We always have a lovely time. It's a classy date night destination. Take the love of your life or take your friends. Highly recommended! read more

We were a group of four and tried 8 small plates. We loved them all, but devoured two orders of the Pois Verts - English peas with beurasse (a light, whipped goat cheese) pistachios and mint leaves. The charcuterie tray was also a favorite of two of our party. Even the raw vegetable tray was special, with arugula salt, a delicious sauce, and perfectly crisp vegetables. read more

Great wine bar. Fantastic selection of imported wines. I always enjoy myself at Pullman. It's a trendy place that doesn't feel overly stuffy. I've sat at the communal tables on the ground floor a few times and ended up conversing with strangers. They have a small, but tasty munching menu to keep you full as you go to town on wine! read more

This is as good as a wine bar gets. I would maybe drop it down half a star for the slight wait for our server when we first sat down, but I've been here twice while visiting Montreal, and I really adore it. I just love a good wine bar and this one is busy in a good way, has a chic modern vibe, and delicious small plates. They also accommodated our group of five at short notice on a weekend, which I appreciated. I love their unique bar setting. It actually made it really intimate and fun. The grilled cheese... I die... read more

Great spot for drinks and apps. The drink menu consisted of several great tasting beverages. We ordered 6 dishes - by far the mini bison burgers were the best of the tapas. read more

I love the wine bar concept. They have a really nice selection and a knowledgable and friendly wait staff. A great place to go on your own and sit at the bar to have a glass or two and try out couple of tapas from their nice selection. There isn't much around the neighborhood, so if it's too busy and can't get in you'll have to settle for much less. If I lived nearby, it would definitely become a local hangout, especially after a long day at work. read more

The food was amazing! Well prepared, well cooked, and well presented. I highly recommend Pullman. Only reason why I took away one star was because the tables were so small. read more

Definitely a notable and repeatable stop for me while in Montreal. Not only do they have one of the most fantastic wine menus I've ever seen, they also have some tremendous amuses-bouches to pair it with. Aged grilled cheese with a crips apple wine on a rare and balmy summer afternoon is heaven. A nice glass of red wine with snow slamming against the windows takes the pain off the winter cold. Make sure to look up and admire to painstakingly assembled cocktail glass chandelier. I always tip extra when I think the poor employees are probably forced to clean it... read more

Lovely wine collection. From the first moment I stepped in the ambiance of the walls and the magnificent chandelier mesmerized me. For finger food I recommend their mini burgers. For wine, I have never been disappointed by their mini samplers. Great place! It's a must see place in my book: the perfect place to enjoy fantastic sips of wine over lovely conversation with friends read more

Wonderful service. Great selection of beverages. We enjoyed brandade one night, and the chocolate truffles (amazing) the other. Lovely, chic ambiance. Great for a light meal, or an after-dinner drink. They do require that you purchase food, not just a beverage. Would definitely visit again. read more

Wonderful staff and tapas, plus wonderful wine and wine knowledge by our waitress. They took mercy on us non-French-speaking Americans and we had a great first meal in Montreal at Pullman. We reserved via Open Table and were put in a back room away from the funky chandelier, but no matter--totally a great meal. read more

Had an excellent dinner with a great variety of tasty dishes with local touches. We were three so it was easy to share. Extensive wine selection as well. Extremely pleasant staff. We sat in the window, but sitting downstairs might be overly noisy. Will definitely return. read more

Excellent quality food, you can tell they take it seriously. Portions are small but it is tapas/sharing style. The chorizo, gnocchi, octopus and cheese plate were terrific. Wine list is great. There is a mix of the classics plus funky déclassifié, natural and new world wines. Service was great too - the girl who served us knew her stuff and obviously loved her job which always shows! We will be back. read more

The service was very helpful and friendly as well as efficient. Whoever envisioned this restaurant has succeeded as the atmosphere was hip, but comfortable, energetic and lively but personal and with a good sound level. In addition, the food was creative and comforting at the same time. We started by ordering a trio of Pinot Noirs from the large and interesting wine list (many good ones by the glass). These were a nice showing of Pinot from different European areas and all were very nice in some way. We tried various small plates (goat cheese toast, cod croquettes, grilled cheese, gnocchi) - all were delicious especially the sliders with tiny potato stick frites. We had a great time in this restaurant and would recommend it anytime. read more

Good selection of wines by the glass including interesting flights. Prices reflect the quality of the wines being served. Food is good.