From Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Best Nearby Bars (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Montréal, QC Madhatter (Nightlife - Bars) 1220, rue Crescent, Montréal  QC  H3G 2A9 • 514-987-9988 Distance: ~0.617 km         Description: Although it likes to call itself a dive bar, Madhatter is really quite a bit nicer than the average beer-swilling den! For one thing they have a great rooftop terrace (absent from the vast majority of true dives). They also have an actual theme – Alice in Wonderland – which is trippy and fun. Then there's the beer selection and the prices: about 20 beers on tap, at starving-artist-friendly prices. Burgers, sandwiches and the like are available, and DJs spin crowd-pleasing tunes once the night gets going. Thursday's Bar (Nightlife - Bars) 1449 Crescent St Hôtel de la Montagne, Montréal  QC  H3G 1Z5 • 514-288-5656 Distance: ~0.629 km User Rating: 8.6666 / 10         Description: Connected by tunnel to the Hôtel de la Montagne, this well-known club meets a variety of needs. If you're in the mood to drink, the bar on the main floor can set you up with your beverage of choice. If you'd rather dance, the disco on the lower floor plays all sorts of music that you can groove to. Just listen for the rhythms and show off your best moves. Given its central location, Thursday's attracts a diverse group of patrons and is a terrific place to meet people. One of Montréal's most popular clubs. Sir Winston Churchill Pub Complex (Nightlife - Bars) 1459, rue Crescent, Montréal  QC  H3G 2B2 • 514-288-3814 Distance: ~0.684 km User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: This complex has been a mainstay on Crescent Street since 1967, and helped usher in the nightlife for which the area has become famous. In addition to two outdoor terraces overlooking Crescent, there are three floors, each with its own distinct personality: the cozy Sir Winston Churchill Pub, the more upscale Winnies Bar and Restaurant, and a stylish dance club/lounge called Karina. In the pub, enjoy a game of pool or darts and a pint of your favorite beer, a pitcher of sangria or a cocktail. If it's food you're after, try Winnies Bar and Restaurant, where you'll find a great selection of traditional and international fare (the same menu is offered in the pub). Finally, there's Karina, a sleek space where world class DJs keep the grooves coming into the wee hours. Grumpy's (Nightlife - Bars) 1242, rue Bishop, Montréal  QC  H3G 2E3 • 514-866-9010 Distance: ~0.704 km         Description: The bartenders here regularly win "Best of..." awards in the local press – people just love them. And that makes for one happy, friendly, laid back crowd of regulars. The vibe differs from night to night, depending on what's scheduled – you might hear 80s favorites, an open-mic session, jazz, blues or rock. Reliable and fun. Foufounes Electriques (Nightlife - Bars) 87, rue Ste-Catherine Est, Montréal  QC  H2X 1K5 • 514-844-5539 Distance: ~1.280 km         Description: For those not into the usual club scene, Les Foufs is the perfect alternative. The three-floor space has pool tables, dance floors, a stage for bands, a booth for DJs and a patio. The ground floor is your basic pub; upstairs, there's a cover charge for bands and DJ-led theme nights. The real difference here, aside from the lack of pretension and the wildly diverse crowd, is the music: punk, metal, hardcore, emo – if it's "alternative" you'll hear it here. Shed Café (Nightlife - Bars) 3515 St Laurent, Montréal  QC  H2X 2T6 • 514-842-0220 Distance: ~1.479 km         Description: The Shed is more restaurant than bar during the day and early evening. The menu takes an international approach: you can have pizza, tapas, burgers or a stir fry, all of which are tasty and affordable. The kitchen stays open late but once the usual dinner hour passes, the vibe gets decidedly livelier as the lights get dimmer. Considered a Montréal original. Café Campus (Nightlife - Bars) 57, rue Prince Arthur est, Montréal  QC  H2X 1B4 • 514-844-1010 Distance: ~1.624 km User Rating: 7.3334 / 10         Description: This venue features great live concerts from top independent bands and performers. Depending on the night, you'll find blues music or a variety of other genres. The décor isn't elaborate, but the music more than compensates. It's a fantastic place to come with friends, nurse a beer, and enjoy the sounds of the talented performers. The club also offers great DJ-mixed dance music that's popular with locals and tourists alike. Bily Kun (Nightlife - Bars) 354, ave du Mont-Royal est, Montreal  QC  H2T 1P9 • 514-845-5392 Distance: ~2.842 km         Description: Reveling in its kitschy-stylish décor, Bily Kun is about as unpretentious a spot as you'll find anywhere. The vibe has been called "electric" but it's not a high-energy club by any means – people come here to relax. Absinthe and beer are the quaffs of choice, and live jazz is on the schedule a few nights a week. Word of warning: the rather infamous ostrich heads may take some getting used to! Whisky Café (Nightlife - Bars) 5800, boul St-Laurent, Montréal  QC  H2T 1T3 • 514-278-2646 Distance: ~4.036 km         Description: Aficionados and novices alike find plenty to love at this stylish lounge. The selection of whiskey is truly astounding – if the plethora of choices makes your head spin, opt for a sampler. Or try a tasting of grappas instead. Alternatively, you could luxuriate in a pairing of champagne and foie gras, ice wine and chocolate, or porto and cheese. There's a separate cigar lounge, as well. This is the place to celebrate the good life. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.