Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Montreal

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Montreal? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Restaurant Bungalow

4.9

4.9 (38)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Market Cuisine

Plateau Mont-Royal

About the restaurant

Bungalow restaurant has been a neighborhood favorite in the heart of the Plateau Mont-Royal for 18 years. It offers dishes inspired by the Québécois, French and Mediterranean cuisines using seasonal local ingredients that you can enjoy in a warm and inviting setting. A definite must try if you are ever in the area!

Top review

Jennifer

Dined on Jun 16, 2025

Lovely meal and fantastic service. We are still dreaming about the focaccia.

NÖAM

4.8

4.8 (97)

CAN$30 and under

Mediterranean

Côte-des-Neiges/NDG

About the restaurant

Good food, good mood, serving up more than just food, were dishing out memories. Welcome to our culinary journey. We observe the Sabbath so Friday and Saturday hours with change based on when the sun goes down.

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Alexa

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Noam is delicious, great vibe, amazing drinks, and always consistent. The staff are attentive and the service is always perfect. The food is incredible! Everything we order is always both presented beautifully and so tasty. Love the Tartufo pizza and the Noam special fried zucchini tower!

Jellyfish Montreal

4.7

4.7 (293)

CAN$51 and over

Market Cuisine

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Located in Old Montreal, between Griffintown and the Old Port, Jellyfish has quickly become a must. Ranked among the best restaurants in Montreal, Top 100 Canada 2019 by Opentable, it is a reference for the concierges of many boutique hotels in Montreal.

Neat decor, chic without pretension, Le Jellyfish offers you a dynamic atmosphere conducive to a festive evening without excess.

The crudo + charcoal aspect is the duality of the crudo and the aromas of the charcoal grill. A crudo section (oysters, tataki, tartare, sashimi, carpaccio), vegetables on the grill, hot starters, and a selection of charcoal-grilled meats and fish.

Our talented sommelier Gabrielle Boland signs a dynamic and sought-after wine list.

Our mixologist offers you a list of original cocktails.

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Evan

Dined on May 25, 2025

Jellyfish offers an amazing culinary experience in Montreal. Every bite was delicious. We specifically enjoyed the Rotelle pasta with bone marrow.

Bar Dominion

4.6

4.6 (22)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Gastro Pub

Downtown

About the restaurant

*About Bar Dominion*
Discover Bar Dominion: Where mixology meets culinary artistry. Renowned mixologist Andrew Whibley, from Cloakroom Bar fame, and celebrated chef Pablo Rojas of Provisions have united to redefine Montreal's cocktail and dining scene. With classic-style cocktails, and a menu featuring a full raw bar alongside delicious shareable plates, Bar Dominion is a fusion of their talents in a historic venue reborn. Experience this exquisite journey where every sip and bite is a masterpiece.

*Need To Know*
The kitchen is open until midnight every day! Some seating is available daily through OpenTable; otherwise, we will always have places available for walk-ins. For groups larger than six, please email info@bar-dominion.com and we will gladly make arrangements.
Please note that we have a 15-minute late policy for all reservations and that our bar license does not allow minors on site (18+). Do not hesitate to contact us at 514-303-0266 for any other inquiries.

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Charlie

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Great atmosphere! Crowd temporally dies down around 7:30-8pm once the office drinks crowd finishes, but then it comes back at 9! Great value!

Sea-Me

4.6

4.6 (35)

CAN$51 and over

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of downtown Montreal, SEA ME restaurant beckons you to indulge in contemporary Italian coastal cuisine within a modern and trendy setting.

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LisaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had a fantastic meal! Everything was delicious and the service was wonderful! I would have liked a bit more time between courses but other than that it was a great meal for our last night in Montreal!

Kwizinn - Vieux Port

4.6

4.6 (148)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Montreal's unique modern Caribbean fusion restaurant with a carefully curated selection of all-natural wines and unique exotic cocktails, each crafted to perfection. While visiting us, you can immerse yourself in the sophisticated ambiance of Jazz Night on Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m., enjoy the dynamic beats of local DJs every Friday and Saturday, and savour the culinary delights of our Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., followed by the vibrant energy of Cuban Night from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sundays.

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Nicole

Dined 1 day ago

Food was amazing as usual! So much variety with the discovery menu. We have taken this menu 3 times and never regretted it. Our compliments to the chef. I found a few of the drinks over priced 23 or 28$ for one drink is too much. Drinks took a while to arrivez however the service was great. We will be going back again soon. 5/5 experience

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Barranco - Montreal

4.5

4.5 (48)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Peruvian

Plateau Mont-Royal

About the restaurant

Barranco is an urban Peruvian restaurant in Montreal. Our mission: to introduce you to the richness of Peruvian cuisine in a warm and colorful setting. Inspired by Lima's Barranco district, our menu, signed by chef Daniel Silva, features authentic flavours and typical dishes such as ceviche, revisited with a modern twist. Come and share a unique moment, where Peruvian culture meets the energy of the city.

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angelo

Dined 5 days ago

Every dish we ordered was excellent. Delicious drinks as well. Highly recommended

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Experience

Experience Barranco

Stanley

4.3

4.3 (147)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Downtown

About the restaurant

Là où chaque instant devient une expérience à partager. Idéalement situé en plein cœur du centre-ville de Montréal, dans le hall entièrement rénové du Centre Sheraton Montréal et à seulement quelques pas du Centre Bell, Stanley vous accueille dans un espace vibrant qui célèbre le partage des expériences. Offrant une atmosphère chaleureuse et invitante, Stanley propose des plats inspirés de la cuisine locale et basés sur le concept d'utilité, facilitant les nouvelles connexions. Stanley est la pierre angulaire, le point de connexion, le lieu de rassemblement des gens.

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Rita

Dined 5 days ago

I had an excellent service provided by Habib. He was not the waiter who was actually taking care of my table ( the waiter had a terrible attitude and for some reasons was very frustrated). I am happy Habib was able to take care of my table and make us enjoy our experience. The place is beautiful and food was good.

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Experience

Brunch Stanley

La Belle et La Boeuf - Anjou

4.1

4.1 (419)

CAN$30 and under

American

Montreal East

About the restaurant

Any children under 18 years accompanied by Adults must contact restaurant or risk of not having a table available.
8oz of ground chuck from 100% fresh never frozen Certified Angus beef

Our meat comes from prairie-raised cattle that feast on dry wheat and pasture. The meat is then aged to achieve a superior quality of marbling and guaranteed tenderness. Not only is it tasty, it's healthier too. That's how we offer exceptionally tender, tasty and juicy meat that you want. There is no better beef than the one served at the Beauty and the Beeeef!

EAT, DRINK, AND TASTE IT!

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JamesVIP

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

Great place to get together with the guys. Will definitely go back.

Lounge at Marcus

3.8

3.8 (15)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Marcus Lounge & Night Bar is Montreal’s stylish hotspot for expertly crafted cocktails and vibrant nightlife. Head Mixologist Jay Lawson leads an ever-evolving, seasonally inspired program known for bold flavors and theatrical presentations. By day, enjoy elegant pre-dinner drinks and relaxed conversations in a chic setting. As night falls, the atmosphere comes alive with live DJs, bands, and pulsing beats, drawing a dynamic crowd attracted by elevated bottle service and unforgettable moments. Whether unwinding or celebrating, Marcus Lounge & Night Bar is where Montreal comes to sip, savor, and socialize after dark.

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Piyush

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

The server was good . Good quality food and the ambiance was amazing . They gave us a special cake for our anniversary

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