13 x The Best Local Bars in Montreal

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Montreal. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of Le bar A or step into the future with a drink at Atomic Cafe. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable night out in the city!

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Arcade MTL

Video Game Heaven

Finish him! Me-style kick! Hadouken! Shoryuken! If you’re familiar with these phrases, odds are that you're a gamer, or at least played a video game or two in your life.

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Dasilva

Arthur

Sep 13, 2025

Quilles Moderne Inc

Duckpin bowling place

My bowling career has taken a new turn in the winter of 2023 when my job started a bowling league this winter, in teams of 6 players and we meet twice a month at Quilles Moderne Inc.

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Relaxing

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Jérémie

Gerhardt

Sep 13, 2025

Bílý Kůň

Watch out for the ostriches!

"Bílý Kůň" Montreal is my favorite friendly local bar .The curiosity? The 'taxidermy chic' effect! The walls are adorned with heads of stuffed ostriches

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Julie

Gauthier

Sep 13, 2025

4 Origines Microbrasserie

Local Brewery

Their mission is to “help educate patrons on the brewing process & above all else, to brew quality, an independent beer that Montrealers can be proud of”.

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Dasilva

Arthur

Aug 27, 2025

Kabinet

Romantic drinks

"Kabinet" is the perfect bar in Montreal to go on a romantic date! This place inspires great love in me... Enjoy, but don't spread the secret too much!

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Julie

Gauthier

Aug 4, 2025

SAT

360° venue

"SAT", or La Société des Arts Technologiques in Montreal, is a fantastic multidisciplinary place, created in 1996. I love the satosphere, it's a must-see!

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Art & culture
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Music
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Restaurants

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Julie

Gauthier

Aug 4, 2025

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