Andrew’s is the kind of dive bar where cheap drinks and an unfiltered vibe rule the roost, just a block off the main action on Sainte-Catherine downtown. It’s not winning any awards for decor, but with shots of liquor and cheap mixed drinks, it’s a go-to for budget-conscious regulars, students, and anyone who wants a drink without fuss.

The crowd is a mix, from hipsters to locals to students on a budget, and the staff has been called everything from refreshingly direct to downright ornery. But for those who know what they’re getting into, Andrew’s is a low-key spot to start or end a night, and maybe even leave with a story or two about the city’s unpolished side.