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Kitschy dive bars, Korean-style private rooms, and one fondue restaurant: this is where to go when you need to belt out a song into a mic.
June 10, 2026
A night out in Montreal can mean a lot of things. Your neighbourhood bar. That swanky new wine spot across town that you saw on Instagram. Music, food, and conversation. The walk to get a late-night poutine, when you really should be heading home.
Sometimes, though, you want to fill your evening or afternoon singing once-overplayed songs that, come midnight, transform into the most vital, heartfelt masterpieces.
So here's where to go in this city when you feel a show coming on. Some of these spots are perfect for hitting the town on a girls’ night or looking for some routine tomfoolery with the guys. Others prove ideal for an unexpected date night activity, will satisfy your whole friend group, or even for a family outing (so your kids can sneak in a few hours of uninterrupted, dedicated singing).
Situated downtown just steps away from the Guy-Concordia metro station, Le Mic is a classic karaoke lounge. Their private rooms, outfitted with large TV monitors, coloured LED lights and plenty of space for however many friends you decide to subject to your rendition of “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” stray from the typical bar karaoke setup, but in all the best ways. Enjoy a full list of drinks and snacks, with rooms starting at $28 per person.
Open since 1984, La Date is a karaoke bar in the Village that embraces its multitudes. After all, it’s more than a place to pick up a microphone and sing (though you should, unsurprisingly, expect to do a fair bit of that). Their programming promises fun—drag queen karaoke, hockey playoff streaming parties, and other theme nights—while a bank of over 70,000 songs offers an abundance of options for you to belt out. Whether you’re a seasoned showstopper or timid, first-time crooner, La Date’s welcoming spirit is likely to bring out the performance of a lifetime.
L’Astral’s divey atmosphere and cash-only policy draw in the regulars and keep the cheap drinks flowing—but so do their karaoke nights, every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. While the mic stand and sing-along system don’t emerge every night, when they do they’re there until a lively 3 a.m. It’s the kind of liveliness that can only be found where the patrons are three beers in, belting showtunes with an unabashed, Broadway-level performance attempt that doesn’t quite match the tenor of their voice.
During any given night at 3 Minots you’ll find a queue of karaoke hopefuls waiting patiently for their turn on the stage. Or, on a weekday more likely, a steady rotation of the few people at the bar taking to the microphone, then grabbing a drink to observe, then doing it all again. On the stretch of Saint Laurent teeming with nightlife, this is the kind of place that passersby step into as a second location, but also where karaoke-loving Plateau residents head over to flex their vocals. It’s a dive for sure, but one with character and characters.
Notre-Dame-des-Quilles is a queer bar in Little Italy that, yes, does have two bowling lanes, but embodies an energy that expands beyond that of a bowling alley. Think of it as part dive bar, part cocktail bar, part venue. They’ve got cheap but well-crafted drinks and food, and a full set of programming that ranges from cabaret nights to queer prom and speed dating. Every Sunday, though, expect karaoke nights where everyone shows up to impress.
Song lyrics cover the ceiling of Zoé Karaoké—Elvis, Adele, Bob Marley—a dimly lit venue with the glow of a disco ball illuminating those on stage. By early evening, Zoé is a fondue spot, with all-you-can-eat fondue running you $50 a person. By 8 p.m., though, it comes alive with pink-purple lighting and eager singers ready to stun the crowd with a song chosen from their catalogue of over 250,000 tracks. If you want to energize for your forthcoming performance of “The Confrontation” (in which you play the parts of both Jean Valjean and Javert) with copious amounts of dippable cheese, this is where to go.
Au Vieux St-Hubert is known for its cheap drinks (really, they’re some of the best priced in the city), festive atmosphere, and karaoke that’s bolstered by a supportive crowd and large selection of songs. Head onstage and sing your favourite tune, then grab a round of shots for your group—they’re 10 for $20. The bar stays packed well into the night, with Québécois and French songs taking the reins, though, really, who’s to know what will come on past midnight.
Modelled after South Korean karaoke venues, Pang Pang offers private rooms. If you tend to shy away from the more public karaoke bars, here’s the perfect solution, where you can perform in front of a group of people you’ve curated for maximum fun and comfort, and with whom you can take a picture in Pang Pang’s photo booth once the night winds down. On weekdays, they have a $20 per person special, where you can have a room for up to 5 hours. One thing of note: Pang Pang Pang isn't a bar, and doesn't serve alcohol.
Normandie is a rustic, brick-walled tavern in the Village that’s been open since 1981. With two terrasses, happy hour until 8 p.m., and doors open until 3 a.m., they’re a nightlife spot with many draws, though karaoke every night is their largest. The bar is modest, boasting a small stage and TVs placed on each wall, but it suits the steady stream of performers entertaining the crowd each night.
This Chinatown spot features eight karaoke rooms and a lounge, each with its own eclectic mural and booth-style seating. It’s a bit hidden, in the basement of an old building, but worth the adventure. If you tend to have a few drinks with your karaoke sessions, CEO might be a cost-effective option, with a low flat fee that’s supplemented with a drinks minimum. Plus, they’ve got YouTube connectivity so the song options are endless.
Little Italy’s Taverne Cobra hosts karaoke every night of the week, starting at 10 p.m. Its atmosphere is lively, complete with vintage signs and memorabilia hanging on every wall and ceiling, and a red-purple glow emanating every which way. It’s a dive bar and karaoke venue in one, and a spot that takes a cheeky approach to the musical activity, slapping their signature slogan, “Tayeule pis chante,” or “Shut up and sing,” on T-shirts, and offering no food menu—bar jumbo hot dogs.
The humble Brasserie des Patriotes of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve can be described in three simple words: food, shows, and karaoke. It’s a dive for sure, comprised of well-worn tables and chairs, TVs hanging on the walls, and a menu of cheap eats and drinks. On Fridays they have comedy sets followed by karaoke starting at 11 p.m., while Thursdays and Saturdays patrons can start singing at 10 p.m. If you’re looking for an affordable night where you can perform to a bar of strangers (or friends), it makes for a solid option.
La Remise is a Rosemont watering hole with cheap drinks, pool, foosball, and, of course, karaoke every Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. They’ve got over 30,000 songs to choose from, spanning every genre and era you could imagine, and if you’re not in the mood for singing, but still want to enjoy some music, they’ve got a jukebox with Quebec rock for playing. Not the ritziest spot, but is it really karaoke if you don’t let your hair down a little?
Bar K Karaoke’s private rooms are open six days a week, 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. With room reservations ranging from $26 to $61, depending on the day and group size, compared to other karaoke spots with private rooms, they’re quite affordable. Expect simple rooms, affixed with white-tiled floors, bench seating, and disco lights, plus cheap drinks and a short menu of Korean snacks.
Every place here was visited by someone on our team.
Kitschy dive bars, Korean-style private rooms, and one fondue restaurant: this is where to go when you need to belt out a song into a mic.
June 10, 2026
A night out in Montreal can mean a lot of things. Your neighbourhood bar. That swanky new wine spot across town that you saw on Instagram. Music, food, and conversation. The walk to get a late-night poutine, when you really should be heading home.
Sometimes, though, you want to fill your evening or afternoon singing once-overplayed songs that, come midnight, transform into the most vital, heartfelt masterpieces.
So here's where to go in this city when you feel a show coming on. Some of these spots are perfect for hitting the town on a girls’ night or looking for some routine tomfoolery with the guys. Others prove ideal for an unexpected date night activity, will satisfy your whole friend group, or even for a family outing (so your kids can sneak in a few hours of uninterrupted, dedicated singing).
Situated downtown just steps away from the Guy-Concordia metro station, Le Mic is a classic karaoke lounge. Their private rooms, outfitted with large TV monitors, coloured LED lights and plenty of space for however many friends you decide to subject to your rendition of “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” stray from the typical bar karaoke setup, but in all the best ways. Enjoy a full list of drinks and snacks, with rooms starting at $28 per person.
Open since 1984, La Date is a karaoke bar in the Village that embraces its multitudes. After all, it’s more than a place to pick up a microphone and sing (though you should, unsurprisingly, expect to do a fair bit of that). Their programming promises fun—drag queen karaoke, hockey playoff streaming parties, and other theme nights—while a bank of over 70,000 songs offers an abundance of options for you to belt out. Whether you’re a seasoned showstopper or timid, first-time crooner, La Date’s welcoming spirit is likely to bring out the performance of a lifetime.
L’Astral’s divey atmosphere and cash-only policy draw in the regulars and keep the cheap drinks flowing—but so do their karaoke nights, every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. While the mic stand and sing-along system don’t emerge every night, when they do they’re there until a lively 3 a.m. It’s the kind of liveliness that can only be found where the patrons are three beers in, belting showtunes with an unabashed, Broadway-level performance attempt that doesn’t quite match the tenor of their voice.
During any given night at 3 Minots you’ll find a queue of karaoke hopefuls waiting patiently for their turn on the stage. Or, on a weekday more likely, a steady rotation of the few people at the bar taking to the microphone, then grabbing a drink to observe, then doing it all again. On the stretch of Saint Laurent teeming with nightlife, this is the kind of place that passersby step into as a second location, but also where karaoke-loving Plateau residents head over to flex their vocals. It’s a dive for sure, but one with character and characters.
Notre-Dame-des-Quilles is a queer bar in Little Italy that, yes, does have two bowling lanes, but embodies an energy that expands beyond that of a bowling alley. Think of it as part dive bar, part cocktail bar, part venue. They’ve got cheap but well-crafted drinks and food, and a full set of programming that ranges from cabaret nights to queer prom and speed dating. Every Sunday, though, expect karaoke nights where everyone shows up to impress.
Song lyrics cover the ceiling of Zoé Karaoké—Elvis, Adele, Bob Marley—a dimly lit venue with the glow of a disco ball illuminating those on stage. By early evening, Zoé is a fondue spot, with all-you-can-eat fondue running you $50 a person. By 8 p.m., though, it comes alive with pink-purple lighting and eager singers ready to stun the crowd with a song chosen from their catalogue of over 250,000 tracks. If you want to energize for your forthcoming performance of “The Confrontation” (in which you play the parts of both Jean Valjean and Javert) with copious amounts of dippable cheese, this is where to go.
Au Vieux St-Hubert is known for its cheap drinks (really, they’re some of the best priced in the city), festive atmosphere, and karaoke that’s bolstered by a supportive crowd and large selection of songs. Head onstage and sing your favourite tune, then grab a round of shots for your group—they’re 10 for $20. The bar stays packed well into the night, with Québécois and French songs taking the reins, though, really, who’s to know what will come on past midnight.
Modelled after South Korean karaoke venues, Pang Pang offers private rooms. If you tend to shy away from the more public karaoke bars, here’s the perfect solution, where you can perform in front of a group of people you’ve curated for maximum fun and comfort, and with whom you can take a picture in Pang Pang’s photo booth once the night winds down. On weekdays, they have a $20 per person special, where you can have a room for up to 5 hours. One thing of note: Pang Pang Pang isn't a bar, and doesn't serve alcohol.
Normandie is a rustic, brick-walled tavern in the Village that’s been open since 1981. With two terrasses, happy hour until 8 p.m., and doors open until 3 a.m., they’re a nightlife spot with many draws, though karaoke every night is their largest. The bar is modest, boasting a small stage and TVs placed on each wall, but it suits the steady stream of performers entertaining the crowd each night.
This Chinatown spot features eight karaoke rooms and a lounge, each with its own eclectic mural and booth-style seating. It’s a bit hidden, in the basement of an old building, but worth the adventure. If you tend to have a few drinks with your karaoke sessions, CEO might be a cost-effective option, with a low flat fee that’s supplemented with a drinks minimum. Plus, they’ve got YouTube connectivity so the song options are endless.
Little Italy’s Taverne Cobra hosts karaoke every night of the week, starting at 10 p.m. Its atmosphere is lively, complete with vintage signs and memorabilia hanging on every wall and ceiling, and a red-purple glow emanating every which way. It’s a dive bar and karaoke venue in one, and a spot that takes a cheeky approach to the musical activity, slapping their signature slogan, “Tayeule pis chante,” or “Shut up and sing,” on T-shirts, and offering no food menu—bar jumbo hot dogs.
The humble Brasserie des Patriotes of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve can be described in three simple words: food, shows, and karaoke. It’s a dive for sure, comprised of well-worn tables and chairs, TVs hanging on the walls, and a menu of cheap eats and drinks. On Fridays they have comedy sets followed by karaoke starting at 11 p.m., while Thursdays and Saturdays patrons can start singing at 10 p.m. If you’re looking for an affordable night where you can perform to a bar of strangers (or friends), it makes for a solid option.
La Remise is a Rosemont watering hole with cheap drinks, pool, foosball, and, of course, karaoke every Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. They’ve got over 30,000 songs to choose from, spanning every genre and era you could imagine, and if you’re not in the mood for singing, but still want to enjoy some music, they’ve got a jukebox with Quebec rock for playing. Not the ritziest spot, but is it really karaoke if you don’t let your hair down a little?
Bar K Karaoke’s private rooms are open six days a week, 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. With room reservations ranging from $26 to $61, depending on the day and group size, compared to other karaoke spots with private rooms, they’re quite affordable. Expect simple rooms, affixed with white-tiled floors, bench seating, and disco lights, plus cheap drinks and a short menu of Korean snacks.
Every place here was visited by someone on our team.
