Cloakroom
Golden Square Mile, Montréal
Bar in Montréal, Canada
Book with PearlWhy go
Cloakroom is a below-grade cocktail bar in downtown Montréal, operating with walk-in ease and late hours that extend to 3 AM on weekends. The drinks are classic-leaning and competently made, the room is dim and intimate, the format favours spontaneity over advance planning. Best for late-night socialising rather than quiet conversation, with semi-private group options available for casual gatherings.
About Cloakroom
Cloakroom is useful for Montréal visitors looking for a late bar with an intimate, below-grade setting and a format that favours spontaneity. It opens from 4 PM daily, with hours extending to 3 AM on Friday and Saturday, the confirmed dress code is smart casual.
How to think about a visit
The page positions Cloakroom around classic-leaning cocktails, a dim room and focused evenings rather than loud, large-scale nightlife. It may suit after-work drinks, intimate catch-ups, solo visits and date nights. Semi-private group options are noted for casual gatherings, while the small format may be less suitable for large celebrations or anyone seeking a spacious party setting.
Before you go
Use the page to confirm the core planning details: Montréal location, opening hours and dress code. Details such as seating, reservations, accessibility, menu format, pricing and current drinks should be confirmed directly with the venue before making plans around them. For late visits, note the different closing time on Friday and Saturday.
Planning details
- Location
- 2175 Rue de la Montagne #100, Montréal, QC H3G 1Z8, Canada
- Website
- cloakroombarmtl.com
- Phone
- +15142849393
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cloakroom embraces a quiet, deliberately small-bar aesthetic. Tucked next to a coatroom on Rue de la Montagne, the space favors close conversation and unhurried drinking over spectacle. The physical constraints — a compact footprint and a low seat count — are treated as design decisions: they concentrate attention on well-sourced spirits, seasonally rotated cocktails and the relationship between guest and host. The result is a cozy, relaxed setting where the evening unfolds at a measured pace and the bar’s restraint reads as a form of refinement rather than limitation.
Best For
This is a bar for focused evenings: after work drinks, intimate catch-ups and solo visits where the bartender is part host and curator. Its downtown-to-residential location makes it a convenient stop for professionals winding down, while the small format and controlled menu make it a strong choice for date nights or quiet special occasions that prioritize conversation. Parties seeking loud nightlife or large-group celebrations will find the scale limiting; Cloakroom rewards those who come for the craftsmanship and the company rather than the crowd.
Ordering Tips
Expect a short, tightly edited drinks program that changes with seasons; the bar’s approach is about depth rather than breadth. Lean on staff recommendations and the host relationship — the format is designed so bartenders can speak confidently about every selection. Because seating is limited, plan for a focused visit rather than a long meal, and be prepared for a curated, cohesive list rather than an expansive menu of choices.
Planning details
Location
2175 Rue de la Montagne #100, Montréal, QC H3G 1Z8, Canada · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
To compare Cloakroom with other Pearl bars in Montréal, start with the kind of evening you want: an intimate, late, cocktail-focused visit or a different room and format. Then check hours, dress code, group suitability and the level of planning required. Cloakroom is the clearer fit when walk-in ease, smart casual dress and late weekend hours matter.
Bar context
When Cloakroom is the right bar choice
Choose this page when you are considering an intimate Montréal bar for after-work drinks, a date night, a solo visit or a late social stop. Cloakroom is less suited to plans centred on large groups, loud nightlife or a spacious setting. Confirm reservations, seating, accessibility, pricing and the current drinks programme directly before visiting.
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Compare Cloakroom
| Option | Best understood as | Planning note | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloakroom | An intimate Montréal cocktail bar with late weekend hours | Walk-in ease is noted; confirm seating, reservations and current drinks directly. | 2026 Canada's 50 Best Bars · #12026 North America's 50 Best Bars · #56Top 500 Bars 2026 · #210Tales Spirited Awards 2026 - Best International Bar Team – Canada * - Best International Bar Team – Canada * (Regional Top 10 Honoree)2026 Pinnacle Guide2025 Canada's 50 Best Bars · #22025 North America's 50 Best Bars · #312024 North America's 50 Best Bars · #392023 World's 50 North America's Best Bars · #35 |
| Nearby alternatives | Other Montréal venues with different formats | Compare the room, hours and planning requirements on each Pearl page. | No published awards |
| Award-led options | Venues selected for recognition or rankings | Use recognition as a comparison point, not as a substitute for checking fit. | No published awards |
| Casual fallback | A less specialised option for an easier stop | Check the venue’s current hours and format before going. | No published awards |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What time does Cloakroom close?
It closes at 1 AM from Sunday through Thursday and at 3 AM on Friday and Saturday.
What is the dress code at Cloakroom?
The confirmed dress code is smart casual.
