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The best bars and neighbourhood drinks on Laurier Ouest and beyond

Published on: August 7, 2025

By: Avenue Laurier Ouest

Five distinct Mile End bars—Bar Henrietta, Dieu du Ciel!, Taverne du Pelican, Bar Kabinet, and Le Roseline—featuring vibrant interiors, signature drinks, inviting terraces, and stylish decor that reflect each venue’s unique atmosphere.

From sticky summer days to snow-covered evenings, Montréal always finds a reason to raise a glass. In the Mile End, natural wine is endless, craft beer is readily available on tap and top-shelf, innovative cocktails are shaken with precision. For unhurried conversations, date nights or a spontaneous 5 à 7s, these are the best neighbourhood bars to enjoy a well-poured drink with a plate of something exceptional.

Bar Henrietta

Vertical brick pillar with “Henrietta” painted in bold white letters outside the restaurant, with tree reflections in the window.
Close-up of a chilled glass of orange-hued wine with the word “Henrietta” printed on it, set on a sunlit wooden table.
Outdoor patio of Bar Henrietta with striped awning, curved wooden chairs, and leafy green plants in planter boxes.

Often loud and always lively, Bar Henrietta feels like entering a mid-century modern home—dark wood panelling, brass mirrors and even a spiral-corded vintage phone (yes, it does ring). The cocktails are refreshingly simple (the Belle Jaune is a must-try), and the snacks are far from forgettable. Our favourites? Towering spiced popcorn with manchego, beef tartare, gnocchi and the staple Portuguese bifana. On the beverage menu, you’ll find an extensive list of privately imported bubbles and wines, with local options and many imports from France. If you manage to snag a seat at the bar, you’ll catch a front-row view of the open-concept kitchen in action. Keep in mind: they have a no-reservations policy, so arrive early or be prepared to wait.

Dieu du Ciel!

People gather on the bustling outdoor patio of Dieu du Ciel, a popular Montreal microbrewery, beneath the bar’s recognizable sign on a lively city corner.
A bartender pours a golden pint of beer from one of several shiny brass taps at Dieu du Ciel’s bar, each handle labeled with a different brew.
Interior view of Dieu du Ciel’s main bar, featuring a long brass-topped counter, dark wooden stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glassware.
A quieter seating area inside Dieu du Ciel with brown leather banquettes, dark wooden tables, and minimalist black chairs, lit by natural light from large windows.

For a laid-back 5 à 7 or long overdue catch-up with friends, Dieu du Ciel! is consistently a good time. All beers are brewed on-site, with seasonal picks rotating through the year, making it a go-to for craft beer enthusiasts. Both casual and inviting without ever feeling generic, you can expect bold, experimental brews ranging from a cocoa and vanilla stout to a pale ale fermented with koji, along with a tight list of classic cocktails like their Gin Cirka & Tonic. As for food, think comforting pub fare—aged beef burger, fish and chips—but also options with a twist like panko chicken filets and salmon tartare.

Taverne du Pelican

Brick façade of Taverne du Pélican, a classic Montreal building with open windows and patio string lights, located on Laurier Ouest.
Two people toasting with a glass of white wine and a pint of beer on a sunny terrace in Montreal’s Laurier Ouest neighbourhood.
Moody, warmly lit interior of a Montreal bar with a pool table, hanging lights, and window seating that opens to a tree-lined street.

When you’re in the mood for something simple and affordable, Taverne du Pelican is where to go. No frills, no fuss, just a menu that’s unpretentious and thoughtfully created, featuring a small selection of good-quality wine, beer and cocktails. With the crowd as varied as the overheard conversations (longtime locals, students, nearby cooks fresh off their shifts), you’ll spot frosty pints sweating on the metal bar and crisp vodka sodas in short glasses. Since the bar houses a popcorn machine and pool table, it’s easy to see why people tend to linger longer than planned (in the best way possible).

Bar Kabinet

Overhead view of a shared table at Bar Kabinet, with ornate plates of charcuterie, tartare, and octopus, surrounded by wine glasses and a vintage candleholder.
Interior of Bar Kabinet featuring vintage decor, marble-top tables, velvet banquettes, cane-back chairs, and soft lighting under fringed lampshades.
Close-up of Bar Kabinet’s wine list and blue menu folder on a sunlit white table, with a vibrant pink cocktail on the side.
Street-level exterior of Bar Kabinet, featuring red awnings, a glass door, and a display of wine bottles visible through the window.

Bar Kabinet is the kind of place that makes you want to dress up—no matter the day of the week. It’s sophisticated, intimate and slightly indulgent. Their luxe cocktails range from a zesty Brazilian lemonade to a Dark & Stormy with homemade ginger syrup. Their impressive wine list features bottles from Italy, France, California, Spain and beyond. With caviar bumps and French-inspired aperitifs like a chicken liver mousse dusted with sea buckthorn gel, there are artful details in every plate, pour and velvet-draped seat. Kabinet was designed for lingering, celebrating and ordering just one or two more rounds, guilt-free.

Le Roseline

Glass of white wine with an hourglass logo, set against a softly lit, blurred background in a cozy bar setting.
Black-and-white photo of two men sharing a drink and conversation at a dimly lit bar, illuminated by a classic table lamp.
Close-up of Le Roseline’s window logo, partially framed by green leaves, with bold lettering reflecting in the glass.

Some bars only get better as the evening goes on and this is one of them. With live jazz in the air, dark leather booths and never-ending oysters, Le Roseline has the essence of a chic hotel lobby, with the warmth of an upscale dinner party—serving up dishes like shareable charcuterie, charcoal-grilled octopus and escargot. The wine list leans natural while the cocktails—like the sparkling French ‘75—stay classic.

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