Pub Bishop & Bagg

Service? ICONIC. Emmanuel and Becca didn’t just serve us they adopted us for the night. My sister and I came in hungry and left emotionally fulfilled. 12/10

The beers and the burger were fine, but the potatoes which came with the burger were one of the best I've ever had in my life. I would return there just for those potatoes, too bad they are not served separately. The staff was also very nice and friendly, I recommend this pub.

Probably the worst fish and chips I’ve ever had in Montreal. The chips are home fries, which is weird. The batter is spongy and soft. They don’t give you tartar sauce. Hard to mess up fish and chips but this was bad. Service was very kind.

Such a great night! Over 300 gins to choose from. The drinks were great, the bartender Becca was so sweet and made great recommendations! We tried the kabobs, jerk chicken, gravlox and potatoes. Will definitely be coming back.

I haven’t been back in a while but I used to love coming here! I forget what ordered other than the crab cakes but it was all good 😌 Update: I came back and had the cabbage, jackfruit curry. They were both delicious. My friend and I liked her fries because the sauce was flavourful and decided the quinoa burger was good but too rich (maybe the bun)

The selection of beer is good. Their own beer is a must try. I also saw a big selection of strong alcohols if you're into it. The food is good as well. Their potatoes are iconic and really well seasoned. The daily burger is usually good, but it's also a bit small for the price that you're paying. It's a nice little place in the Mile End that you should try. It's not very vegan-friendly though.

This pub has great food and an amazing staff!! Becca and Manuel went above and beyond for us. We called late at night to know if the kitchen was still open as we landed later than expected and were starving. The kitchen was about to close so Becca nicely suggested she would take my phone order and when we arrived 30 minutes later, we had a warm welcome and a warm meal. Delicious as well. If you’re in the neighborhood, definitely go there :)

Was visiting Montreal from the U.S. and stayed near here. Went to this pub 4 nights in a row. Great place to grab a few too many drinks. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Windows open to the street make for a great atmosphere. They have TVs but only have them on for big games which I like. I highly recommend this place!

Came here to try the Dahl-Housie dish, while good, it seemed like a less flavorful version of dahl-- with melted cheese. The clamato-based bloody mary was tasty, and the potatoes had a tator tot texture which I liked. Service was quick but it wasn't too busy on a Saturday brunch.

Excellent beef cheeks! You have to go just for this dish, it's perfect comfort food. My vegetarian friends also found plenty of exciting dishes. Friendly staff looked after us well.

Fun place for a beer or cocktail. Beautiful outdoor seating. I did not know there were so many types of gin. A perfect treat on a beautiful day. Friendly service and knowledgeable staff. Learned about different types of gin. A real treat.

A classic pub with great drinks and even better food. Lively ambiance and a nice selection of original and classic beers, local gin and delicious cocktails balance the delectable meals superbly.

Pub anglais très sympa, très cosy pour une soirée entre amis ou en amoureux. Le barman est vraiment top, il nous a fait découvrir des gins anglais. Service un peu mitigé, autant nous avons eu une serveuse top mais les autres pas aimables du tout. La carte des plats est sympa mais j'ai pris le burger est la viande était vraiment beaucoup trop cuite mais mes amis ont pris le poulet et le ragoût, ils en étaient très satisfait

Love the food and love the service!! Get the steak. The cook Katherine came out to our table and made sure that we were enjoying our meal... Simply the best :-)

The food was awful, i asked for clam fettucine, and the chef assured me the anchovy was better because they were all out of shrimp and clams. It was disgusting, and the noodles were completely undercooked. i asked for chips and salsa, im sorry guys but a ton of mint and basil DOES NOT constitute salsa. service mediocre at best, at least i enjoyed my carlsberg, oh and i asked for dessert and all they had was "banana bread" lol

I've been here a couple of times now, for lunch, for dinner, for late night snack, for drink with friends (they drink, I sit) and I've always had a good time. Their menu has some decent choices. I think their burger is the best and it's a different variety every week/day sometimes, but it is customizable anyway. Their chocolate mousse dessert is surprisingly rich and dense in chocolaty flavour. They do play sports games often here. Recently they've added brunch for the World Cup games but the place fills up fast! And like all places, they do not take reservations when important games are playing. They also host game nights, I plan on going soon. The service is nice and I never had any issue with the wait times.

Initially I just wanted somewhere, anywhere to PEE.. washrooms during pandemic are hard to find! Few drinks, great salad... amazing 90s hip hop mix; camp-lo, nas, tribe..... And a washroom!!!!

I've been here only twice - once for dinner and once for brunch. Thus, this review is based on both of those experiences. The first time I had the jerk chicken and Mac and cheese. It was good, favourful tender chicken. The Mac and cheese was a little dry. But it wasn't something I thought about and craved afterwards. However, I went for brunch recently and I still think about that delicious plate I had, I think it was called fisherman plate (see photo). It came with amazing gravlax with caviar, three kinds of salad and rye bread. There's just something so delicious about this smorgasbord of goodness! I have been craving it ever since! Hope to go back soon to fulfill that craving. Another thing, it was too busy on Sunday morning, unlike a lot of the brunch places in the area. So no line ups woo!! Dinner on the other hand it was very crowded, almost every table was taken.

I've been to Bishop & Bagg a few times now and I always have a great time. I tried to reserve online for Friday night but they were full so I called and they were nice enough to squeeze us in. They have an extensive menu of gin's whiskey's, Bourbons, rhums, beers, wines and cocktails. Definitely something for everyone! I had the "something sweet" and "Jasmine" cocktails and both were fantastic! They have a great food menu but I don't think I made the right choices. My friend and I shared two appetizers that were just ok. The mozzarella appetizer was too vinegary for me and the chorizo focaccia wasn't really a focaccia. It was a very very dense dough with tiny cubes of chorizo. I know that their jerk chicken, the burger and the salads are all really delicious so I'll make sure to order those next time. Great pub, cozy atmosphere for 2 people or a group. Always a great time !

Not going to change my stars, but I had a veggie burger here that's worth talkin' 'bout. Sparrow was too full, so we moseyed over here, just 3 pregnant ladies near-hangry after Yoga. We were able to grab a spot on the patio - out of reach of the adorable but mega loud Elton John marathon that seemed to be happening within. Ok! We were treated to prompt and friendly service- almost too friendly but not quite. The veggie burger has no protein which is a bummer, but if you're going to do the so-ubiquitous-it's-boring portobello burger you should do it like this. Delicious perfect brioche bun (so puffy!) Super juicy smokey mushroom, slightly spicy and saucy. Straight up. With a pickle and a side of the world's most perfect garlic potatoes. Crunchy and gooey with bright flavours of lightly pickled (I think) red onions. So good. Perfect yoga food ;)

Cute little corner bar, nice airy and Irish pub vibe. Great drinks, good service, decent prices. They have a great cocktail menu. They have a brunch menu which looks good and not overly complicated.

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 3/5 Decor & Style: 3/5 This place owns my favorite Reuben sandwich OF ALL TIME. Called the Cheesey Reuben: Homemade beef brisket, choucroute, gruyère on focaccia. It was so good, that on our 3 day stay here I came back twice! We also tried the Hanger steak which was amazing, however the Reuben overshadowed the Hanger steak. The bar was cozy, small, and a great place to watch the world cup. Very Pub-like, wash closets really small.

Stopped for an appetizer and again this spot did not disappoint. The bartender Sean Michael was attentive and informative on their Gin selection. Over 160 different Gins! So I had a beer!! Lol Had their salad and Buffalo cheese app... both good choices. Good music, unassuming place well done. I'll be back to try their cocktails.

Randomly stepped into this pub on a sunday night after a meeting for quick dinner. I ordered the wild mushrooms, halloumi and bacon salad. The individual components of the salad were excellent, especially the thick cut of bacon. However, all in all the salad was bit too greasy. But I can't complain since its a pub and they were probably keeping it real with the idea of greasy food. 3/5 for food. For drinks I got myself two whiskey/bourbon based drinks: a manhatten and a brooklyn. Both drinks were very smooth but strong on the alcohol content. I would definitely recommend both for people who like strong drinks. 4/5 for drinks. The service was a bit slow at first but they managed to make me feel welcomed and the food and drinks didn't take to long. 3/5 for service. What really hit the point was the ambience and the environment. Its pretty amazing to see a pub packed on a sunday night but their trivia nights seem to be very popular. Trivia is not really my thing but if you are up for it you should definitely go with a bunch of friends. The ambience is very cozy and has an on point english pub vibe; Dimly lit spot lights, a few stained glass windows and the exposed wood definitely makes you feel warm. 5/5 for ambience! The final bill for me with tips came to 56 CAD. It might seem a bit expensive but their options for beer and appetizers are quite reasonable. Go here with a group of friends instead of just by yourself!

Working In the mile end, this is a super dependable and solid option for lunch. Reasonably priced, great burger (to die for home style fries), and gourmet salades and sides allows for everyone to find something they love. Staff are ultra fast, even if the place is packed, you can be in and out within the hour. I have also been a few times for Sunday trivia (Anglo). The MC is beyond funny, and we always have a blast.

Was wandering around with 10 guys on a bachelor party when the rain hit us hard. Most places couldn't fit us but I called and they were able to fit us in right as we got there. Good beers on tap. Solid pub food that made walking around in the rain for 20 minutes not so bad. Really saved our night. Will visit again when I return to Montreal.

Every once in a while I find myself daydreaming about their crabcakes. The channa and scramble breakfast, the sweet hospitality of our waiter.... I love Canadians

This place is a little dark and a little loud, but the beer is great and the food is pretty good too. I've seen people calling it a British pub and I have to say, being from Britain and all, that it really isn't. At least, not in terms of food - pub fare in the UK tends to be a lot more straightforward, whereas here everything is quite fancy (and a little pricey too). I think Bishop & Bagg makes a better terrace pub in the summer than a food pub in the winter!

Went there on a friday night for a drink to celebrate a birthday. We were four people and we had made a reservation earlier on the same day. I actually liked this place, i did not expect it to be good. We decided to give their food a try so we all ordered different things. I am not so sure what are the names of the plates we ordered but we really enjoyed them. I was very surprised about my plate ( it had brussel sprouts in it) because it was so delicious!! The ambiance is nice, it was packed so it was extremely loud. We couldn't hear each other so we had to scream lol. Also, the tables are reallllly close to each other so it's a little tight! Anyways, this place was great. It's good for groups or to grab a drink with friends. You really should try their food too, the prices are surprisingly cheap!

A very cool English style pub. The music is a bit load (for an English pub) but you have an nice selections of beers (and styles) for 8-9$ a pint interesting cocktails for 10-13$ and the food also looks nice. The place looks perfect whether you are solo or if you are in a group. I liked the overall atmosphere and service, it was a bit expensive but will go into my "cool place in the neighborhood" list

Fantastic! Situated on one of the busiest streets in The Mile End is this upscale pub. A previous yelper had written great reviews on the brunch menu and my fiancé and I had to grab a bite before leaving Montreal back to Toronto. We drove all the way from old Montreal for this brunch. WORTH IT! The brunch menu was SMALL only 4 items but we had been eating eggs Benedict across Montreal so far so we figured why stop. Delicious and the salad on the side was phenomenal! Will 100% be back next time we are in Montreal, to try a burger - as this looked to be even more delicious. My only advice if you're visiting The Mile End area - is that local street parking is a tad confusing - make sure you read the signs carefully!

Wasn't expecting much from this British Pub but the house burger was great. It was juicy and had bacon and cheese on it and came with potatoes smothered in some sort of wonderful sauce. We sat near the outdoor area and had a great time. Friendly staff, great hangout.

My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this place while walking around the area looking for breakfast that also took credit cards. We were SO impressed with the quality of food for the price. They definitely had the best Benedict we've ever tasted. He ordered the special Benedict which had pork cheek, roasted tomato, cheese and a delicious pesto-hollandaise. I ordered "the yank" which was the yummiest basic breakfast I've ever had. The eggs were cooked perfect, the sausages were savory and succulent and the potatoes were like hash browns but pressed into a triangle shaped nugget that made them way better than normal. I really wish this place was closer to home because I would totally go to brunch here every weekend. It was that good! Please give this place a try if you are in the area. It is most definitely worth it :) Thank you Bishop and Bagg for an amazing Saturday brunch!!!

First thing to mention is I did not have any food here but the smells coming from the kitchen were interesting. We went there for a beer after work. Looking that the menu, we decided to try the house beer, the 3 of us thinking we'll try it and then switch to another, more known beer. We were so surprised with the house beer that we all ended up taking only the house beer and 3 glasses of it each. The house beer we took was a blonde and the taste was soft but refreshing. Well worth the price.

Food was great! Selection of drinks, especially Bourbon/Irish Whiskey/Gin, was excellent. Atmosphere is bussling and casual but an older crowd. Staff is nice but no extra mile. Made reservations for my husband and I on a Saturday night and the food was amazing. You don't really need a reservation for dinner per se but it helps as this place fills up pretty quickly after 9 pm. I HIGHLY recommend the bourban "tea" cocktail, spiced nuts, buffala starter (!!!so good) and the jerk chicken plate. The chicken plate comes with enough chicken for two people fyi and jalapeno stuffed mac & cheese! Both excellent. My husband got the beef pie - flavours were right on the money but the texture of the pie was not .. The burger of the day looked amazing too but we didn't order it. Overall the food was great, not what you expect for a "pub" in a good way - it turned out to be more of a gastro-pub even though the atmosphere definitely suggests lesser quality/creative food. We were very pleasantly surprised. They lose a star because we felt like we were being rushed out after our meal for a group of 3 people who were very obviously being rude to the manager when they first walked in...which was confusing for us. We had ordered more than 70$ worth of drinks alone at that point + food and showed no sign of slowing down so we didn't really understand why our business was less valuable. We walked out because we felt like they wanted us to which never leaves a good taste in your mouth. If the clientele etiquette was there, this would have been a perfect review!

Environment cozy & comfortable Food & Service are great All menu starting at C$5.95 Portion is great too! There are 4 of us and we enjoy variety choices with our tight budget!

One of my favourite restaurants. Simple dishes with lots of flavour. I always get the Bhaji Rama .( kale, squash, onion bhajis, pomegranate and pumpkin seeds) and it's delicious each and every time. It can get packed on a weekend evening but you can usually get a seat within a short wait. Really sweet staff and good selection of drinks!

Location: Corner of St. Viateur Ouest and Clark. The closest subway is probably Laurier (orange) or you can take the 55 bus up St. Laurent from downtown and walk over. Street parking is available but metered and hard to come by unless you get there early on weekends (parking is free on Sundays until 1pm and you can usually find a spot on the main). The place: It's your typical pub-style decor - cozy. They have a small terrace with about 6 tables or so. We sat outside. We got there around 11 a.m. on a Saturday and had no problem getting a table. The goods: I wouldn't say these guys have typical pub fare, which is nice because really, who wants the same old, same old? My date had the trout, which, by the way, is served whole - so be prepared to work for it. He thought it was great, but was less enthused about having to de-bone it. The serving was pretty healthy and comes with spinach and kale (I think). On my end, I had the English breakfast (not on the menu) and really enjoyed it. My (scrambled) eggs were perfect and flavorful, the hash browns were AMAZING (I had to slap my date's hand a few times for trying to steal them), and I really liked the blood sausage (for those of you who read my reviews, you know I'm not a meat eater so that's kinda saying a lot). Overall, we had a great brunch experience. Note that our waitress told us about breakfast/brunch options that weren't on the menu. I'm not sure if this is because they're only served on weekends. Service: Our waitress was really friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Price point: I didn't pay (YAY!) but I think the total was about $40 for two people.

I love a good pub so when I heard so many positive things about Bishop and Bagg I couldn't wait to try it out. It is owned by the same people who run the Burgundy Lion so you expect it to be a quality pub given how good their other spot is. Even though it is fairly new it's already become a popular spot and once you have their food and drink you'll see why. They have a small cocktail list, good selection of beers on tap and a vast selection of scotches to taste. The cocktails are slightly on the expensive side for Montreal standards however they are strong so you do get your money's worth. I wasn't a fan of the Pimm's Cup which was a little on the weak side but that was the one exception. The Sidecar and Planter's Punch were both amazing and on the strong side. My friends who got the Bloody Caesar did say it was one of the better ones that they've had and that it was super spicy which is the way they liked it. Foodwise they have a smallish menu but they are one of those places that like to focus on doing a few items well as opposed to being too diversified. Don't expect food like burgers and wings. They take pub food up a notch. I ordered jerked cornish hen with plantain mash. Cornish hen can be very dry if not cooked properly but they got it just right and weren't scared to play with spice either. Take note that to order food and drink here they do it in the style of a proper English pub which means you go up to the bar to place your order which will then be brought to you. They don't take reservations so if you're going to be a group show up early. This place gets packed very quickly especially on weekends. Once you try it out though you'll understand why it's so popular. I'm definitely adding this pub to my list of preferred pubs and bars in Montreal.

I've been here before for food and drinks and liked it when I brought my parents here a couple weeks ago I found the food slightly more on the disappointing side first it took longer then average to receive the food then I felt the dishes were a bit hit or miss the octopus was too dry so a miss the chicken a hit the sausage was extremely spicy and the halloumi salad very oily - the appetizer salad we got with roasted beets was probably the best thing we had off the menu!

Good spot for a variety of purposes. Nice set-up, calm atmosphere and quality food. Yes this is a gastropub with all of the trimmings. As an example, it has a gin list as long as the grocery list of an octo-mom. The food menu is inspired by fresh, good quality ingredients, which definitely cannot be said for most pub food (hence my gastropub label). I've said this before about other pubs (e.g. rebel house and their blackened chicken salad): you wouldn't think to order a salad at a pub but I LOVED the Bhaji rama, a mixture of kale, squash, onion bhajis, pomegranate and pumpkin seeds. Scrumptious.

TLDR: Great cocktails. While I'm a bigger fan of its sister, Burgundy Lion, Pub Bishop & Bagg is also a great pub to frequent. I opted for one of their seasonal cocktails which was composed of whisky, warm apple cider, caramel syrup, and spices. It warmed me right up as did the pub's friendly atmosphere.Overall it was a fine experience. I think I will have to visit again for their tempting food menu.

I'm not going to comment on the "British" theme. I'm going to comment on the brunch menu - which I've had several times and is an interesting menu that is more dynamic than the standard eggs, toast, potatoes. So that in itself is a treat. Crab cakes with poached eggs is so delicious. Crispy crab cakes and perfectly poached eggs. One time the bread on the side was stale - but that was mentioned to the server and immediately rectified. The dahlhousie is also delicious. A great fancy grilled cheese too. Really enjoy eating brunch at this place and often there's so many things that sound great on the menu I want to try them all. Went for dinner once - wasn't bowled over by the menu choices so opted safe with the burger and it was ok. Nothing to write home about and if i was having a burger craving it wouldn't be one I would go to. However once again, their brunch menu and food is A+

Another great addition to the Montreal Pub scene by the folks that brought us The Burgundy Lion. Great food, great drinks and great times, what more can you ask from your local Pub?

A rock solid brunch, with the sweetest little burger special (and some fantastic mimosas) that made my tummy very happy. If you've cone to the neighborhood for a trip for Montreal's famous bagels, hop down a block for a cozy lunch, some great service, and a yummy bite. The hash brown frites are worth the visit all by themselves!

Great Plateau pub, great food, friendly environment. I have had breakfast and dinner here and it is better than most pub food in the city. I like the vibe, especially on Saint Viateur

My friends and I really enjoyed is Mille End Plateau watering hole. It's the type of place that is reminiscent of my youth in my 18-25 year old days of spending lots of time and money meeting friends for pints on the weekends. Tables surrounded the place and they were not jammed in like other places. The music they played was really good. Some vintage some funky and the atmosphere was really relaxed. A very solid beverage offering plus a kitchen serving food what else could you seriously ask for in a neighbourhood pub. Place wasn't totally packed but enough to provide the feel that you weren't drinking alone. No one likes to hang out in an empty pub. Something about feeling like you want to be where the action is at on a Friday or Saturday night. One downside was that there are not two single washrooms. This could pose problem if is place is busy. Service was adequate. It was semi busy so our server was running between tables. Nothing unbearable and we tipped her with each drink so she would keep coming back. B&B is a good place if more relaxed meet ups with friends are your game-plan. Not sure if this is a pickup bar as people seem to come in groups. If this is your conquest best of luck. We shall be back for drinks in the future.

There's finally a solid British style pub (think Burgundy Lion) on the plateau. Open 7 days a week till 3am, this place might become a go to! This place delivers exactly what it promises: British favourites with a great bar selection in a casual pub-style environment. They offer both British style brunch and lunch/dinner, and both are pretty good. At Brunch, I had the curried lentils, poached eggs, cheese curds & toast, while my husband had the full English. I have to say both were great! The coffee, not so much though, but hey that's what you get for ordering a latte in a pub. Next time, perhaps I'll try the Clamato-vodka, which seems to be a crowd favourite here during brunch. I also highly suggest the crumpets, which were still warm from the oven. They also have a decent lunch & dinner menu. We tried the lamb kebabs, which were just ok, and a green salad, which was nice. Finally if you're looking for a place to watch an English football game or even hockey, this is really a nice option.

I am not a pub fan. I actually hate pubs but decided to tag along with friends and grab a bit here. OMG!! So happy I did. I had the lamb kebabs with a couple of Lucky Gingers on the side. DELISH. The ambiance is amazing. The food was amazing. Nice chill place. Definitely suggest you check it out!

You'll be paying a bit more than the MTL average for a pint and a snack, however the quality and service here has always been really good. Excellent cozy pub vibes & Sunday night trivia here is the best!

Great service and food! Emily is the best, we are visiting from out of town and we felt right at home. Amazing knowledge of the specialty drinks and she recommended an amazing scotch, red breast whiskey...

Stumbled across this spot while trying to take a break from the rain on a Sunday night. Wasn't sure what to expect, but we wanted a drink or two, and the menu on the outside looked promising. The country music playing worried us a bit, but the playlist transitioned into some classic hip hop which was more our speed. We sat at the bar and the super nice staff welcomed us and took our orders. Not too hungry, we just shared the Mile End Bangers: Homemade sausage, smashed potatoes, homemade ketchup, arugula, and fennel with some kind of sweet balsamic dressing maybe? Long story short, it was surprisingly really good. The homemade sausage tasted delicious, but the story was about everything surrounding it: the homemade ketchup tasted like some kind of tomato marmalade, the arugula with the balsamic was fresh and tasty, and the potatoes provided the perfect starchy balance. Clearly the folks in the kitchen care about what they're cooking. Also had a couple whiskys, enjoyed the quaint and slightly quirky ambience, and overall had a nice experience. Will definitely come back and try some of the other dishes!

Came to this English pub on a Sunday night for their weekly trivia night and had a blast. The food had a pretty good quality to price ratio and included a variety of large portioned English fare. I ordered a Bloody Caesar and was glad that I did, it was one of the tastiest Caesars I've had in a while. The Caesar was decadently covered in green beans, olives, a pickle, and a delicious sour and salty rim. I highly recommend going to their trivia night if you're down for a casual fun Sunday night (starts at 8:30pm). There are two rounds and the winner of each round wins $50 off of their tab.

Really good variety of scotch and whisky, the food is good and of good quality. The decor is really nice and offers a really good feeling the whole time you spend there.

I have been there many times and I just like it more and more every time. Great food, super friendly service, and well decorated. Plus the neighborhood is fun to walk around. One of my favorite favorite neighborhood spots.

Surprisingly good food for a pub! I truly enjoy the food, service and music, but my only small criticism is that the atmosphere feels a bit in-authentically "Irish Pub", but it's lots of fun just the same.

Mile End may not of needed another British pub (The Sparrow is two streets away) however, Bishop & Bagg do things the traditional British way by ordering food and drinks at the bar and they bring it to your seat. The inside is all dark wood with a great looking bar and a nice selection of scotch and whiskey. I drank their House Ale and it was mediocre BUT the food made up for it. I got the onion "soup" (not a soup) and it was delicious. I could of eaten three of them. My boyfriend had the quail with mash and he thought it was great. The only bummer is that we were both hungry after we left. Although the food is good, this is more of a drinking pub by the looks of it. Not that many people were eating when we went. I've been to Burgundy Lion and they are not afraid of promoting alcoholism in St. Henri (as if you have to). So I don't see how Bishop & Bagg won't become the next Mile End (a more high end version at least) watering hole. It'll be a great spot in the summer when they open up that front window and I go to enjoy a pint.

Ok, Wednesday night not a packed night but nobody came to see us for at least 10 minutes in...Not even water? We got up & left and we're sitting at Mile End grillade and they're taking our order in less than 2minutes! Sorry, but I'm maybe not chill enough for this place! I may give it another chance some day, but for a new place it sucked that that happened!