Montreal is a hot-spot for amazing pubs and cocktail bars. Don't believe us? Take a look at this list of the best bars downtown Montreal. Our criteria were simple: great reviews, great atmosphere and somewhere around the downtown core. We've got spots in the Old Port, right in the heart of the city, the Quartier Latin, and... okay, maybe even a couple places that are creeping into the south end of the Plateau... don't hate! But if you're somewhere around the south end of the city and need a drink, look no further than this list of the... Best Bars Downtown Montreal Terrasse at the Hotel Nelligan View this post on Instagram ☀🏁 Add a little sun to your F1 weekend. ☀🏁 Whether it's for brunch, lunch, happy hour or dinner, we are ready for a weekend of festivities. Are you? /// ☀🏁 Ajoutez un peu de soleil à votre fin de semaine de la F1. ☀🏁 Que ce soit pour le brunch, le lunch, le 5 à 7 ou le souper, nous sommes prêts pour une fin de semaine de festivités. Et vous ? . . . . . . . . . #terrassenelligan #rooftopterrace #mtlfood #mtlmoments #expoldmtl#oldmtl #vieuxmtl #foodiemontreal #foodiemtl #vieuxportmontreal #vieuxportmtl #mtlresto #mtlview #mtlsummer #mtljetaime #mtlterrasse #montrealview #restomtl #montrealrestaurant #mtlfood #mtlfoodies #mtlfoodie A post shared by Terrasse Nelligan (@terrassenel) on Jun 5, 2019 at 10:01am PDT What: Hotel Nelligan's seasonal rooftop bar & grill, offering views of the Old City & St. Lawrence River. Where: 106 Saint-Paul St W Head to their website here. Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill View this post on Instagram Had a fantastic night watching Dave Young and co. 😍 Thank you @lorentis for the surprise! Such a memorable evening. A post shared by Izzy Martinez (@izbotnet) on May 18, 2019 at 6:47pm PDT What: Diverse styles of live jazz & popular jam sessions, in a brick-wall semi-basement with casual fare. Where: 1254 Mackay St Head to their website here. BOHO MTL View this post on Instagram B.O.H.O 💕 @boho_mtl #boho #bohomtl #bohostyle #bohochic #bohovibes #bar #cocktails #cocktailbar #drinks #mixology #speakeasy #newspot #relax #casual #goodvibes #goodtimes #oldmontreal #vieuxmontreal #montreal #friday #fridaynight #longweekend #blogger #bloggerlife #love #❤️ A post shared by Cocktail Bar & Kitchen (@boho_mtl) on Mar 20, 2019 at 6:01am PDT What: Speakeasy-style, late-night cocktail bar with a tropical beach theme & international bites. Where: 436 St Francois Xavier St Head to their website here. McLean's Pub View this post on Instagram Two terraces, twice the fun, as we're Keepin' it Real on Peel! #Montreal #GrandPrix2019 #F1 A post shared by McLean's Pub (@mcleanspub) on Jun 6, 2019 at 10:14am PDT What: Storied English sports pub for draft beer tables, grub & billiards, with a patio on a historic square. Where: 1210 Peel St Head to their website here. Bistro à Jojo View this post on Instagram Blues Bar 🍻 🍁 🍁 🍁 #blue #blues #bar #amazing #pretty #photos #photography #photographie #picture #decouverte #destination #discovery #travel #voyages #traveling #love #artistic #art #canada #montreal A post shared by Mel Laurens (@pixelyourtravel) on Mar 5, 2019 at 2:11pm PST What: Longtime late-night club offering booze & nightly live blues & rock bands in a boisterous setting. Where: 1627 St Denis St Head to their website here. Nyks View this post on Instagram #NYKS #poutine #beer #montreal A post shared by Kuroapp (@kuroapp) on Jun 5, 2019 at 2:49am PDT What: Unpretentious tavern whipping up comfort foods with a twist, plus happy-hour beer deals. Where: 1250 Rue de Bleury Head to their website here. Bar le Lab View this post on Instagram Invasion Cocktail est de retour du 20 au 31 mai avec un programme haut en couleur et 20% de rabais sur nos cocktails sélectionnés! Lequel viendras-tu goûter?! Télécharger gratuitement votre passeport sur www.invasioncocktail.com 🍹👇🤩 Crédit photo Justin Victor A post shared by Bar Le LAB (@barlelab) on Apr 24, 2019 at 5:15pm PDT What: Decor harking back to the Prohibition era creates an old-school vibe at this mixologist-centric bar. Where: 279 St Catherine St E Head to their website here. Randolph Pub View this post on Instagram Le Randolph Pub Ludique Quartier Latin vous a concocté deux nouvelles merveilles juste à temps pour le long weekend, Santé! 🍻🎉🍂 #randolphmontreal #randolphgames #cocktails #jeuxdetable #longweekend #randolphquartierlatin #publudique #jeuxdesociete #jeux #j2s #boardgames #boardgamegeek #bgg A post shared by Randolph Montréal (@randolphmontreal) on Oct 6, 2018 at 9:14am PDT What: Playful hangout known for an expansive library of board and card games, plus beer and cocktails. Where: 2041 St Denis St Head to their website here. Gokudo View this post on Instagram Come quench that #ThursdayThirst, we'll save you a seat. A post shared by Gokudo (@gokudo_mtl) on Mar 22, 2018 at 2:01pm PDT What: Stylish Japanese restaurant & bar offering craft cocktails, plus traditional snacks and rice bowls. Where: 630 Rue Cathcart Head to their website here. Nhậu Bar View this post on Instagram Discover a side of life you've never experienced as you head into the wee hours.🏮 . . . . . . . #souslarue #montreal #montrealnightlife #nhaubar #nhau #cocktailbar #mixology #cocktail #oldmontreal #vieuxmontreal #travel #nightout #night #bar #montrealbar #cocktails #drink #drinks #lanterns #vietnamesefood #magical #vietnameselanterns #housemusic #dj #djs #deephouse #worldhouse #deephousemusic #dance #speakeasy A post shared by Nhậu Bar (@nhaubar) on May 17, 2019 at 10:00am PDT What: Hand-made ingredients, exotic spices and a beautiful clientele help bring this subterranean speakeasy from 5 à 7 to late, five nights a week. Where: 600 William St Head to their website here. Le Warehouse View this post on Instagram Happy Saturday! 😈 #weekend #saturdayvibes #crescent A post shared by Le Warehouse (@lewarehouse) on Apr 27, 2019 at 11:15am PDT What: Bustling, 2-story venue with a set-price menu of burgers, tacos & salads, plus beers & cocktails. Where: 1446 Crescent St Head to their website here. Hurley's Irish Pub View this post on Instagram Catch today’s Six Nations Game France vs Wales in the Rec Room at 3pm! $20 entrance fee for the day the games are played and a free pint! —————————————————————— Venez voir le match des Six Nations entre la france et le pays de galles à 15h00 aujourd’hui dans la salle du Rec Room. $20 pour la journée accompanée avec une pinte gratuite! A post shared by Hurleys Irish Pub (@hurleysirishpub) on Feb 1, 2019 at 8:44am PST What: Cozy brick-wall & carved-wood setting with a patio for beers on tap, single malts, grub & live music. Where: 1225 Crescent St Head to their website here. The Cloakroom View this post on Instagram A World of Mystery... The Cloakroom Bar Montreal. . . . #thecloakroom #cloakroombrisbane #cloakroommontreal #cocktailbar #cocktail #bar #mixology #craftcocktails #drinkoftheday #alcohol #cocktails #drinks #bartenders #drinkstagram #instadrink #drink #cocktailporn #bestbar #imbibegram #imbibe #cocktailtime #brisbane #montreal #cocktailoftheday #bartending #classiccocktails #whiskey #gin #vodka A post shared by The Cloakroom Bar Montreal (@thecloakroombar) on Oct 12, 2017 at 3:05pm PDT What: Stylish speakeasy-style bar featuring specialty cocktails in a cozy, dimly lit space. Where: 2175 Rue de la Montagne #100 Head to their website here. Clandestino View this post on Instagram Perfect date spot 💋 tag your date whos never been to clandestino ❤️ @clandestino_mtl #clandestinomtl #clandestino #bar #speakeasy #secret #underground #mezcaleria #mezcal #tequila #cozy #tulum #vibes #mtlmoments #mtlblog #nightlife #montreal #thursday #thirstythursday #5@7 #goingout #destination #blogger #influencer #love #❤️ A post shared by Clandestino MTL (@clandestino_mtl) on Aug 9, 2018 at 5:09am PDT What: A new bar, tucked away in Vieux Montréal, dedicated to Mexcal and Tequila. Where: 436 St Francois Xavier St Head to their website here. Suwu View this post on Instagram This is where you want to find yourself all weekend, conveniently located 3 seconds from the @dimemtl Block Party this Saturday & Sunday. Music tonight from Dudley 🎼 2 for 1 shots of Jameson after 10pm 🥃 A post shared by suwumontreal (@suwumontreal) on Sep 13, 2018 at 1:16pm PDT What: Rustic-contemporary neighbourhood bar & eatery with cocktails, gourmet bar bites & sharing plates. Where: 3581 St Laurent Blvd Head to their website here. Bootlegger View this post on Instagram Full house tonight! See you here #whiskybar #whisky #montreal #canada #follow #nighttime #nightclub #whiskygram #whiskylover #whiskytime #whiskycollection #montrealmoments #montrealcity #montreallife #montrealblogger #montrealnightlife #montrealfoodie #mtl #mtlmoments #mtlnightlife #ardberg #teelingwhiskey #montrealphoto #mtlmoments #taliskerstorm #thursday #fridaynight #knobcreek #oldpulteney #bushmills A post shared by Cocktail - Whisky - Live Venue (@bootleggerlauthentique) on Nov 4, 2016 at 10:24pm PDT What: Warm Victorian-era cocktail bar for bespoke libations, elevated bites & live music. Where: 3481 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, 2nd floor Head to their website here. Brutopia View this post on Instagram #theoffwhites #music #craftbeer #burger #weekend #love at Brutppia A post shared by Brutopia (@brutopia_brew_pub) on Nov 16, 2018 at 8:28pm PST What: Large, 3-level microbrewery known for homegrown seasonal brews, with live music, patios & eats. Where: 1219 Crescent St Head to their website here. So where are you headed tonight?! If you do stop into one of these hot spots for a drink at some point this weekend, be sure to tag us in your Instagram story @mtlbog! Happy drinking Montreal!
