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Taverne Square Dominion
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Featuring a plethora of interesting 1920s-inspired design details, the Dominion Square Tavern is a cut above your average downtown eatery. Enjoy simple classic fare such as mussels and fries or a pulled pork sandwich in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Top it off with a sinful serving of sticky toffee pudding. Newly reopened, the tavern is already a huge hit with the downtown professional crowd. A full bar, cocktails, wine and beers awaits.
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Featuring a plethora of interesting 1920s-inspired design details, the Dominion Square Tavern is a cut above your average downtown eatery. Enjoy simple classic fare such as mussels and fries or a pulled pork sandwich in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Top it off with a sinful serving of sticky toffee pudding. Newly reopened, the tavern is already a huge hit with the downtown professional crowd. A full bar, cocktails, wine and beers awaits.
101 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 101 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(54)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(49)
- hot spot(43)
- vibrant bar scene(33)
- neighborhood gem(28)
- great for lunch(25)
- good for groups(20)
Taverne Square Dominion Reviews List
Review 1 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were traveling from the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were traveling from the US and looking for a Montreal bistro - our hotel recommended this and it was great! The food was delicious, the service friendly, and the vibe exciting. The braised beef was delicious!"
Dined on 25/04/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good honest food, comforting,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good honest food, comforting, nicely presented. Attentive service.
Will definitely be back with the family for Sunday Roast!
Will definitely be back with the family for Sunday Roast!
Loved the experience merci!"
Dined on 24/04/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for a pre-game meal,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great for a pre-game meal, close to the Bell Centre."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dominion Sqare Tavern has
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dominion Sqare Tavern has quickly become my favorite downtown spot. From home-made Ginger Ale in the Rye and Ginger to the old-fashioned-styled with a modern twist fare, DST provides an experience fit for financiers and hipsters alike. DST is a nod to Montreal's heyday with modern sensibilities. The tavern should be required visiting for anyone in Montreal."
Dined on 22/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Service and Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The top notch cocktails are always a great start to a fine meal at the Dominion. As tempting as the regular menu always is, I advise you to ask about the specials (apoetizer and main course); you might be peasantly surprised by what is being offered.
A great place for a small group of friends or an intimate twosome in this adults only venue. The wine list is always original and the waitress or waiter is knowlegeable and able to make great pairing recommendations."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have been to Tavern Square
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been to Tavern Square Dominion a few times. The endive salad, beet salad and salmon & blini is the perfect trio to share "à deux"!
The service is always very good... relaxed yet professional and attentive."
The service is always very good... relaxed yet professional and attentive."
Dined on 10/04/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 7 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
GREAT FOOD, FAST SERVICE.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great pre-habs game location. The food was excellent - we had the mussels cooked in broth of cider and bacon! The sticky toffee pudding was a bit more well done than traditionally served, but came with a really refreshing scoop of coffee flavored ice cream, so overall great!
The wine list was extensive, but we kept to the cocktails and beer/cider. The drinks prices were on the high side, but tasted great, used premium ingredients and came quickly!"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Discovered on Montreal divas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Discovered on Montreal divas blog. It was exactly as they described. The ambiance was supreme. The menu and food met our expectations. The roasted cod was the best cod I have had outside of Newfoundland. The portion sizes were just right - not too large. Definitely quality over quantity. We met an old friend for dinner and were able to have a great discussion. The server did not rush us and this made for memorable evening. We will go back next time we are in Montreal."
Dined on 30/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Gastropub
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lovely throw back atmosphere. Casual but hip dining. Unfussy food well prepared. Sunday roast just like mom or grandma might make. Pleasant atmosphere day or night. Gastropub you wish was around the corner."
Dined on 10/03/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Un peu cher pour ce que c'est
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Un peu cher pour ce que c'est (2 entrée, un menu du jour et un plat à la carte avec deux bières et deux verres de vin, 2 dessert et un thé: 150$) pour le dîner."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 11 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beautiful decor, good food.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Heart of downtown Montreal, beautifully restored last century tavern serves well prepared dishes. Parking next door makes the location very convenient. Limited menu, English pub fare with a flair. Good wine list. Extensive cocktail list. Very noisy when the place gets packed, which would be most weekend nights. Would go back."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very clean and good food with
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very clean and good food with frendly service. May be not ideal for business lunch."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 13 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Can be a little noisy. Certainly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Can be a little noisy. Certainly on the hot spot list, since for each of the two times I've had lunch there I saw local actors. Food reminding me of the one found at British pubs, i.e. not leaning on light choices."
Dined on 11/03/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great cocktail list with homemade
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great cocktail list with homemade tonic and lemonade to mix. Traditional dishes executed perfectly. Old school digs with but by no means dated. Lively ambiance reminiscent of a Parisian bistro in a London hotel...Recommend highly."
Dined on 07/03/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 15 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nous sommes allés en groupe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nous sommes allés en groupe vendredi pour savourez le fish and chips au menu. C'est certes un des meilleurs qui se sert dans bien grand. Notamment, la panure sur le poisson était légère et n'en masquait pas le goût.
Il y a quelques semaines, nous nous étions aussi rendus en groupe pour la côte de boeuf du dimanche soir. Encore là ce fut une expérience mémorable autant du côté de la nourriture que de la réception.
Mon épouse et moi fréquentons ce restaurant régulièrement."
Il y a quelques semaines, nous nous étions aussi rendus en groupe pour la côte de boeuf du dimanche soir. Encore là ce fut une expérience mémorable autant du côté de la nourriture que de la réception.
Mon épouse et moi fréquentons ce restaurant régulièrement."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very noisy, which is part
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisy, which is part of it's vibe. Service: ok (quite "Montreal"). Food; ok. Quite expensive, but it is downtown Montreal. Worth a visit."
Dined on 28/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 17 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Sunday Roast. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic Sunday Roast. Great waitstaff. Not a bad way to spend a Sunday evening."
Dined on 17/02/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an excellent time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had an excellent time. The food and atmosphere were great! You must absolutely try there cocktails, all of them are awesome!"
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 19 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great atmosphere with unique
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere with unique old-school ambiance. We had a 60’s style upscale dining experience. Such a cool niche spot for a romantic date night. Loved the steak – both my date and I had them perfectly made to our tastes. Perfect portion sizes and realistic prices for an upscale restaurant. The cheesecake for dessert was the perfect end to our meal, creamy and sweet. Our server was attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend to any friends visiting Montréal. We visited from Toronto and I’m very glad that I made a reservation here, my boyfriend made the comment that he wished he knew of a similar place to dine in Toronto."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brilliant as usual. Oh, yeah,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Brilliant as usual. Oh, yeah, their G&T's are great."
Dined on 12/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 21 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely Sunday Dinner in a Noisy Pub
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dining on Sunday, February 10th. Relatively empty at the time (around 6:30pm). Service was friendly and efficient but slightly inattentive; we had to ask for glasses of water (none were provided) and drink refills. Food was great, as always (old-school pub classics: I had the Sunday Roast which was perfect). I had asked to be seated somewhere away from loudspeakers as I was dining with my dad who wears double hearing aids, but we can't really escape the sound system unless you're seated outside in summertime. The music when we arrived was very noisy techno but then segued into more acceptable classic rock, but was still a tad on the loud side. (On a busy night, the restaurant can get pretty noisy anyway)."
Dined on 10/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasant as ever
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food and a pleasant Sunday evening.
Mussels were good and wine list extensive.
Minor gripes (really quite minor) was that the Pimms cup was a bit weak (I sometimes beef it up with a dash of gin) and the bangers and mash was not quite hot enough.
If your are around St Catherine, this is one of the best choices."
Dined on 10/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 23 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, ambiance, bad waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really liked the food and atmosphere here. The lighting and ambiance was perfect, 30's themed and beautiful. The food, though a bit pricey, was super yummy! However, our waitress Chloe was so bad it kind of ruined the rest of it for us! She was very snooty, and made us feel like we were not cool enough for her service. She ignored us at every chance she could (putting her back to us ,seemingly purposefully, when talking to the tables next to us, avoiding eye contact etc). I must say the hostess was incredible and came over at least twice when he saw we needed something and were being ignored. I don't know why she hated us so much from the start?! We were smiling and warm to her. Everyone else that served us seemed polite and professional"
Dined on 08/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was only adequate, nothing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was only adequate, nothing special about their "special"."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
J'adore ce resto, on a l'impression
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"J'adore ce resto, on a l'impression de voyager dans le temps. L'ambiance et les plats sont réconfortants. À retourner sans faute."
Dined on 24/01/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Belle ambiance dans une salle
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Belle ambiance dans une salle qui respire la tradition mais avec une foule plutôt jeune et dynamique. La cuisine est bien exécuté mais un peu lourde. Ce n'est pas une critique, c'est tout à fait dans le concept/style du lieu.
Peut-être un peu cher, quand même.
J'y retournerais."
Dined on 24/01/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 27 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best dining experiences
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best dining experiences I have had in Montreal, and this is a city with no shortage of excellent restaurants. It was the perfect place to get away from the -27c weather and enjoy a cozy dinner with good friends."
Dined on 22/01/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 28 for Taverne Square Dominion
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Original food downtown
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very much appreciated. Discovered a few months ago; this was my second time. I will definitely return. Very friendly and unpretentious yet classy service. Dish offering is very original."
Dined on 19/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Taverne Square Dominion
Based on the average of (73) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
8 out of 8 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic