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20 Montreal Restaurants & Bars Are Staying Open Until 6 AM For 1 Night Only

Montreal's nightlife is as iconic as the food scene and it's about to push the boundaries of both. Nearly two dozen Montreal restaurants and bars in the Village will remain open until 6 a.m. for one night only this month. On October 7, 2023, the Village is hosting one final summer-style blowout before Montreal's rue Sainte-Catherine reopens to cars.

The Société de développement commercial (SDC) du Village, in collaboration with the borough of Ville-Marie, is offering an all-night extravaganza where 20 Montreal establishments on rue Sainte-Catherine E and Atateken will join in on the fun.

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The 7 Montreal Bars The World Is Most Excited About In 2023

Montreal is known for its thriving restaurant scene, and the city's watering holes are no exception. You never know when a humble bar stool has been a judge's seat at a world-class mixology competition. From secret speakeasies to rooftop retreats, these spots redefine happy hour and discerning drinkers will find themselves spoiled for choice.

Here are award-winning Montreal bars that have scooped up accolades as effortlessly as their bartenders scoop ice:

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Montreal Restaurant Sauvage Has A Sultry New Dining Room & Menu Fit For The Perfect Night Out

Montreal — grab your friends, dress to impress, and get ready to indulge in an experience that is equal parts delicious and undeniably sexy. Sauvage, one of the city's hottest spots has unveiled its brand-new second-floor dining room and a sizzling menu, making it a must-try restaurant for the quintessential night out.

Located in the heart of Montreal's Vieux-Port on rue Saint-Jacques, Sauvage has officially launched the Green Room.

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The Best Bars In Canada Were Ranked & Montreal Swept The Top 3

From the colourful neon signs illuminating the streets to the irresistible aroma of mixology wizardry, Montreal's bar scene exudes a magnetic charm unlike any other city across the true north and a recent ranking of the 50 best bars in Canada is proof of just that.

Canada's 100 Best released its annual list of Canada's 50 Best Bars and Montreal earned itself eight entries, with two spots landing in the top three. "This year’s edition of Canada’s 50 Best Bars celebrates drinking establishments of all types — from swanky speakeasies to cheerful public houses," the magazine wrote.

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2 Montreal Bars Just Ranked Among The 50 Best In North America

Raise a glass for Montreal bars. Two local drinkeries, the Atwater Cocktail Club and Cloakroom, have made it onto the 2023 edition of the North America 50 Best Bars list, ranking 32nd and 35th, respectively.

There are a total of seven Canadian entries in the latest ranking. The U.S. leads with 28. Mexico follows with 14. Only one bar in the Caribbean made the list.

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This New Aperitif Bar In Old Montreal Is A Summer Oasis With Bold & Refreshing Drinks

Bar Bisou Bisou, a Mediterranean-inspired cocktail bar with a menu full of aperitifs using low-ABV creations, opened in Old Montreal last week, instantly joining the upper ranks of the city’s elegant drinking establishments.

Created by Kevin Demers of theaward-winning bars The Coldroom and El Pequeño, Gregory Buda of the cocktail education programs at The Dead Rabbit and The Beagle in New York City, and Robert Weeks, who worked at The Hawsmoor in London, England, before bartending at The Coldroom, Bar Bisou Bisou is the place where people can grab a highly crafted drink before their meals out in the neighbourhood.

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These 4 Montreal Bars Are Ranked Among The Best In Canada

Montreal is a city that takes its cocktails seriously. From classic speakeasies to trendy new bars, the drinks scene in Montreal is constantly evolving, pushing the boundaries of mixology and creativity.

This year, several local bars have been named finalists for the highly coveted Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. The awards recognize excellence in the global spirits industry and are considered one of the most prestigious accolades in the cocktail world.

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9 Hidden Montreal Speakeasies That Are Bound To Spice Up Your Nights Out

Montreal is home to so many swanky bars, pubs, and lounges, but if you're looking to spice up your nights out in the city with a splash of secrecy, then a hidden speakeasy ought to do the trick.

Luckily, there's no shortage of must-try hidden bars across Montreal. Whether you're in the mood for a sultry and sexy moment, glitz and glam, or feeling more jazzy vibes — here are a few secret spots worth checking out:

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11 Swanky Montreal Bars With Surprisingly Cheap Drink Deals

Times can be tough these days, but that doesn’t stop you from going out to bars in Montreal now and then, does it? The good news is that you don’t need to break the bank. These bars won’t just serve you a great drink, but they’re served in the kind of places that will make you feel like a million bucks.

Here are some swanky Montreal bars with amazing drink deals:

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A 2000s Dance Party Is Coming To Montreal This February & It's Gonna Be A Y2K Utopia

If you grew up in the 2000s, odds are you got to get down to some pretty rad tunes. Well, you can totally re-live those moments and get a much-needed dose of nostalgia this February at a 2000s-themed dance party hosted by SUPER TASTE MTL.

"Another day, another drama. It's time to channel your best bad girl behaviour for the February 18, 2023, edition of Dance Party 2000," SUPER TASTE wrote on the event's Facebook page.

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A Ranking Of North America's Best Bars Included 2 In Montreal

Each year, 50 Best publishes lists of the top bars in the world — this year, Montreal got a pitiful zero entries on that list, despite boasting myriad mixologists and plenty of well-loved watering holes. But in North America, the city has a better shot. Two Montreal bars made it to the 2022 50 Best bars in North America, and those in the know won't be surprised by who made the cut.

Highest-up for Montreal is El Pequeño, coming in 29th place. El Pequeño is a classic Cuban bar which opened in 2018 in Montreal's Old Port. Its name translates to "The Small One," which is apt considering the bar's 150 square foot interior. It was co-designed by a cabinet maker, which makes sense — it's not much bigger than a swanky walk-in closet!

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I Tried Montreal Halloween Pop-Up Bar Black Lagoon & The Drinks Alone Are Worth The Visit

The long-awaited, nationally recognized gothic pop-up bar series Black Lagoon has finally landed in Montreal, and MTL Blog got a firsthand look at what the final version looked like, complete with creepy custom glassware and a bespoke Rob Zombie-filled playlist.

Last time we visited the Black Lagoon, it was partially set up as a preview of the main event. Co-creator of the entire nine-bar series, Kelsey Ramage, told MTL Blog in August that there would be a stand-up coffin, a smoke machine and even a creepy hidden area taking advantage of the space in the host bar, Bar 132 Vintage.

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