OLD MONTREAL DAY DRINKING: THE COMPLETE BAR CRAWL GUIDE
By Connected Montréal · Feb 28, 2026 · 06 MIN read
Old Montreal is famous for its French architecture and cobblestone charm, but it's also surprisingly great territory for a daytime pub crawl.
Quick Summary
- Terrasse Nelligan offers rooftop views of the skyline and the St. Lawrence River.
- Les 3 Brasseurs brews neighborhood-specific beer inspired by Old Montreal's trade history.
- Pub St. Paul has pool tables and flatscreens for catching college football on Saturdays.
Terrasse First
If you're day-drinking in Montreal and the sun is out, you need to be on a terrasse (patio). Every local is outside soaking up the sun. Terrasse Nelligan offers incredible views of the skyline and the St. Lawrence River — great crowd in their mid to late 20s. For something more upscale, Terrasse Bonsecours turns into an open-air party on weekends. Plan the rest of the evening with our itinerary guide.
SeaSalt & Ceviche Bar
One of the newer spots in Old Montreal. The restaurant is huge, easily holding your entire group. They're known for sangria that pairs perfectly with their ceviche. They bring in a DJ on weekends, making it the perfect pre-dinner drinks spot.
Pub St. Paul
If pitchers of beer are more your speed, this is your bar. It might seem out of place in Old Montreal, but it's a welcomed respite from the trendy cocktail lounges. Pool tables, flatscreen TVs, and a solid option to catch college football on Saturdays.
Les 3 Brasseurs
Yes, it's a chain microbrewery, but if we hadn't mentioned that, you'd have no idea. They brew beer specific to each neighborhood — in the Old Port, they have a beer dedicated to Old Montreal's export-import history. Order a flight, have some bar food, and get properly primed for the evening ahead.
Location Highlights
- Old Port of Montreal: TERRASSE NELLIGAN — ROOFTOP VIEWS OF THE OLD PORT AND BASILICA
- Old Port of Montreal: TERRASSE BONSECOURS — OPEN-AIR PARTY SPOT ON WEEKENDS