Bars & Lounges

When one thinks of going out downtown Montreal, it's usually the chaotic university and tourist drinking scene that springs to mind. Though that's certainly a fair assumption, Grumpy's is a small, hidden gem among the mess

Refined, world-class cuisine is great. But sometimes nothing beats a night of all-you-can-eat BBQ or crab washed down with a few brews in a loud, vibrant atmosphere. Enter: Bookers BBQ Grill and Crab Shack

Aside from a great crowd, music often plays the biggest factor in whether or not we decide to stay at a bar or roll out early. We've rounded up Montreal's best music bars, suitable for any taste

For the YP lady in Toronto, hotel bars are the perfect mix of low-key and vibrance for a social night out in the city. We hit Toronto's top 5 (all in one night) to give you a sense of the scene on a Saturday night

As chic cocktail lounges, wine bars and martini spots increasingly populate the downtown area, beer lovers are feeling perhaps a little left out. Not to worry, there's still a host of great places to enjoy a brew in this town

With the season 5 debut of Mad Men just around the corner, fans of the AMC hit show will be happy to know that scotch is alive and well in Montreal. Make a stop at L'ile Noire if you're after that refined, perfectly-aged liquid bronze

As Ultra on Queen West officially closed its doors after New Years' Eve, many young professionals have been wondering what will become of their once-beloved weekend hotspot. With the new space almost complete, they'll be relieved to know that CUBE will soon launch

You might not notice Big in Japan Bar when you pass by it the first time...or the second or third time, either. But once you step inside its doors, we guarantee you won't be leaving anytime soon

As an era came to a close with the closing of Ultra, a new one is set to begin as INK Entertainment get ready to launch their latest nightclub venture, CUBE. Expect top international talent, exceptional service and world-class design at this bound-to-be Queen West hot spot