Bar Le Tunnel

Bar Le Tunnel is the kind of place you find once and keep in your back pocket. Wedged into the Plateau with zero fanfare, it’s a stripped-down bar with solid beer, no attitude, and a clientele that ranges from off-shift cooks to local artists ducking out of the rain. The taps lean local and imported, and the vibe is half alleyway hideout, half backroom hang—think cantina energy without the kitsch. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, and that’s exactly the appeal. On warmer nights, the open-air setup draws in a steady hum of conversation from the sidewalk. You won’t find DJs or themed cocktail nights here, just a cash-only counter, a few regulars, and enough charm to warrant a second round. It’s a quiet reminder that some of Montreal’s best bars don’t need to shout to be heard.