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The Sparrow / Le Moineau
Categories: Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Nightlife Bars Lounges Restaurants Canadian (New) Breakfast & Brunch, Lounges, Canadian (New) [Edit]
5322, Boulevard Saint-LaurentMontréal, QC H2T 1A5
(514) 690-3964
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 5 pm - 3 am
Wed-Fri 12 pm - 3 pm
Sat-Sun 11 am - 3:30 pm
Sat-Sun 6 pm - 3 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Dessert, Late Night, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
- Music:
- Background
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
21 reviews for The Sparrow / Le Moineau
20 reviews in English
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Review from Sue S.
5/26/2012
Loved our brunch here!
I had the eggs benedict which included poach eggs, asparagus, and hollandaise on homemade biscuits. And it was served with homemade tater tots. Amazing! The biscuits were deliciously light, the sauce was yummy and the eggs were perfect.
My husband had the huevos rancheros and a side of tots. Both were fabulous. Everything is housemade which is nice.
Great stop for brunch. Thanks yelpers for pointing us here. -
Review from Marie K.
Montréal, QC
5/23/2012
Had a drink with friends at Sparrow and really loved the atmosphere and service.
I also appreciate that they haven't overstuffed the bar with tables to maximize the potential monetary gain, sacrificing ambiance. It is a bar that is roomy and easy to chat with friends in.
Can't wait to go back and try their food. -
Review from marc d.
5/17/2012
i have been going on and off since it opened. sometimes it is ok and other times it isn't. i went last night for birthday drinks and sat at the uncrowded bar for 10 minutes while the bartender ignored my wife and i. so we left and called my friends who were meeting us there and went somewhere else.
they have no 5 a 7, the drinks are pricey, the clientele is a mostly hipster too cool for school crowd. it is cozy and nicely decorated inside though. the soundtrack is what you would expect from montreals mile end.
such a shame, i want to like this place but it just reeks of insecurity and insincerity. -
Review from Cassy H.
3/13/2012 3 photos
The Sparrow is adorable and I simply LOVE. IT. The store front doesn't say "The Sparrow or Le Moineau" instead there's a picture of a sparrow. Drawn to its aesthetics, my friends and I walked into this dimly lit, dark wood furniture joint (wooden tables, chairs, bookcases with books in French! Simply classy and extremely hipster-y.
Anyway, we stumbled upon this place because we wanted to check out some local bars and have a place to hang out... and I think we hit jackpot (at least for our personalities, we were looking for cool, hipster-y hangout with not too many people). We were able to play a game of Jenga thanks to the bar (I guess they offer some board games?) As for drinks, my favorite drink of the night was the dark and stormy! It was the perfect blend of rum and ginger beer... très délicieux!
Although it was a Sunday night, the place wasn't completely deserted, it had the right amount of people. The crowd consist of young twenty something hipster-y looking people.. some of which can be young professionals or mature college kids who are able to engage in some intellectually stimulating and witty conversations.
Bottom line: I loved this place and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Montreal! -
Review from Matthew P.
Montréal, QC
Chalkboard Brunch
One of my favourite spots for brunch. Great, friendly service with new spins on brunch like tortilla chips and chuncky guac or poached citrus and quark cheese.
Their pork belly was fall apart tender with a fantastic sear on it, bottom line, I've yet to eat anything at the sparrow I haven't liked and they make a mean Tequila Sunrise. If there is a better way to start your Sunday, I am open to suggestion.
I have also received, via a reliable source, word that they make a great cheese burger...all in do time, The Sparrow.
Final warning, beware the hipsters. I have a feeling that all the 'wool sweater crowd' who go to Divan Orange have heard word of how good The Sparrow's breakfast is...if only they didn't offer a vegetarian option....
waka waka -
Review from Catharine D.
3/14/2012
LOVED The Sparrow.
I didn't even know they serve food- but the bartender made the best dark and stormy I've ever had! I loved the aesthetics- from the sparrow stained glass, the furniture, the old photographs on the wall and the stocked book shelves. Good music and JENGA! Not to mention friendly people. All around a great vibe- I wish I could go back there right now!
The prices for cocktails were a little steep- $8 and not very big. That's pretty much my only complaint. Otherwise it was a total win and I definitely want to go back (and try their food!). -
Review from Andrew B.
4/30/2012
Great place for lunch or just to have a drink and hang out on a rainy day. The borcsht is really good and so is the roast pork sandwich. Try the polenta fries! Its like a cross between french fries and cheese puffs.
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Review from Mike S.
2/24/2012
I didn't even know they made food! lol. I went here a few times, late night for drinks. It was really fun. Friendly staff!
I can't wait to try the brunch. -
Review from Crystal H.
Vancouver, BC
12/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
Putting a bird on it, even in Montreal, this particular Sparrow has my kind of lounge vibe: dark, lit by candlelight, well-spaced tables, small capacity, sharable couches. Pro-tip: ask the server to see if those sitting on the bench or the couches can scooch over. It gets busy on Saturday nights.
I would imagine that the bartenders whip up quite the spirit, but you wouldn't sense it from their cocktail list. Plain Jane and paired down, it offers the classics: Dark + Stormies, Mules, Old Fashioned. It was aromatic and balanced, but the ice appeared to be from a dispenser and weakened the overall aesthetic of the drink. I know, I'm being picky and spoiled; I blame it on the many wickedly mixed Old Fashioneds I've had the pleasure of sipping on.
I've been told the food is fantastic, especially brunch, but didn't a chance to try it myself this time. There's also a second level that they owners have been trying to get licensed. I wish them lots of luck, it looks like it would be a fantastic space!Listed in: Montreal, In a Weekend
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Review from Risa D.
For me Sparrow is best for polenta fries, hamburger and a stiff drink at the bar. Warm, dim, thoughtful and humorous with a good weekday lunch and weekend brunch. Same owners as at Blizzarts and Korova, same excellent music, friendly staff and event-organizer artist extended community. Upstairs is awesome - beautiful wooden balcony, simple stage and seating, beautiful but empty bar (no license yet sadly - maybe they could sell old-timey soda pops?)
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Review from Yumi L.
10/11/2010
Amazing brunch experience!
I am a big brunch person and this definitely met my expectations. Went a lil before 11am, had bar seating right away. The place was full with a line. I enjoyed the bar seating alot. The waiters were very personable and quick with service too. We had the Eggs Royale (eggs florentine with smoked salmon) and baked eggs with mushroom. Both dishes were excellent. We also ordered a side of Bubble and Squeak (somewhat like a pan-fried mash potatoes/ home fries-like). By the time we were done with our meal, the line was outside the door.
I would definitely go back to The Sparrow during my next Montreal trip and highly recommend it to anyone visiting there. Great way to start the day with amazing food and the most friendly service! Not to mention, love the old-time decor of the place. -
Review from Grant R.
Montréal, QC
3/24/2011
My favorite watering hole in town, hands down. Just not on a Friday nor Saturday night, but that's fine. It can get very crowded and busy, but that's fine. The owner (Murad) personally makes sure that all of the bartenders can make cocktails properly.
My first time there, I ordered my first martini, ever. With gin, and dirty. The barman was a new face, and the owner was right there. As it was not too busy, he took the time to personally show the barman the Sparrow way of making a proper dirty gin martini and it was delicious.
Every concoction be it a classic (Manhattan, Rusty Nail, Bulldog, etc.) has one downside: it is so good that you down it so fast that you need to order another right away. The sparrow-specific cocktails are definitely also worth a try.
Having not yet tried the brunch, I have at least tried the "pub grub" which is deliciously crafted and very gobble-able as well.
Servers are prompt and professional with and amazingly easy on the eyes - which shouldn't matter; but it does ameliorate the experience on a superficial level at the least. -
Review from K M.
Toronto, ON
10/4/2010 3 photos
Came to Sparrow on Sat Oct 2 for brunch with 4 others. Got there as it opened at 10AM. Staff were very friendly and on the ball even though the place filled by 10:30am. A forgotten side of the potato-cabbage dish was on the house even though we said it was totally fine. We were enjoying the food and atmosphere so much, a slight oversight was easily forgiven. Glad we did not cancel that side though b/c it was great!
I had the Eggs Florentine with smoked salmon. The hollandaise was just right...not too heavy or overpowering! everyone else thoroughly enjoyed their choices as well! Coffee was a nice medium-bold that complimented the meal (sometimes we forget just how important coffee can be to set the tone for the meal...especially after a late night before!)
In the two days we spend in Montreal, I believe we hit the two best brunch places in the city...this one and Le Cartet on McGill! Thanks to my fellow Yelper's for the great advise on both these places!
Special NOTE: They don't take credit or debit so be sure to bring cash! -
Review from Lawrence B.
Outremont, QC
9/2/2011 3 Check-ins Here
Awesome fries. Great beer and atmosphere. Cool wait-staff. And rumour has it they make the best BLT in Montreal. Oh and there are line-ups for brunch. The staff from Sparrow started a place called Lawrence (What an awesome name), which I tried and liked. It lacks the ambience and cazh atmosphere of The Sparrow...but I'd go back. I can't say if there is a ndifference now that the staff has moved on...but will check out Sparrow again soon and chime back in.
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Review from John H.
Montréal, QC
10/8/2009
Fourteen of us met for a late brunch at The Sparrow.
First the big news; Ethan one of the owners and his wife just had a beautiful baby grl who was present with her mother!
Second; they just got their liquor licence and the bar side is open.
Chocolate banana donuts were what I started with, and this was a mistake. They were delightful! But he mistake was in not waiting as they gave a few plates of them to our party at the end of our meal and they were comped.
I had rhe English Breakfast wch was a brilliant fry up with all the extras! I will mention that they have wild chanterelles on the menu right now as they are in season.
Service was much more than compentant! It was friendly and helpful.
The biggest delight for me was the price. With my brekkie, donut and 3 pots of tea, I got out for well under $20.00 -
Review from Rodene R.
8/3/2010
There weren't many places I could call amazing in Montreal, but as far as breakfast goes, this place helped me gain about 5 pounds.
Had their french toast, scrambled eggs over toast, and salmon! All were very delicious and the food's taste remained consistent, every time I went back.
The service was great, although it was always always packed with groups of hungry folk. Not the most spacious restaurant, so they get 4 stars.Listed in: Restaurants
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Review from Buster M.
Laval, QC
3/30/2010
A bit on the pricey side for breakfast / brunch but you get what you paid for. Salmon and scrambled eggs are fantastic, as is the English breakfast.
I like places with revolving menus, and even the mainstays are great - excellent burger and even better fries make this a must-visit. Just wish they were open more often and with more regular hours. Also the long wait, strange reservation rules, and cash-only payment make this 4 stars instead of 5. -
Review from Debaser S.
Toronto, ON
1/5/2012
My favourite bar in the city hands down. When I used to live in Montreal, i came here all the time. Everytime, i visit i make it a point to come here. Why? The beer selection is great, the service staff are awesome and they play some of the most cutting edge awesome music from a variety of genres. This is one of the places that make me want to move back to Montreal every day!
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Review from sophie p.
Montréal, QC
3/7/2011
haven't tried the breakfast yet, but late at night for a drink.
i love their bathroom wallpaper. -
Review from Mahsa Y.
Montréal, QC
3/14/2010
This is a cute place on st laurent that we visited for brunch. It is cozy and was packed on Sunday at noon. We waited 35 minutes for two spots at the bar, but enjoyed a great coffee and crumpets while we waited. Really really good quality coffee.
The brunch selection is good but small, with plenty of English delights for those who seek a greasy spoon (am I using that correctly?). I had baked eggs, which were great, and my husband had the florentine, which he enjoyed but didnt consider amazing. Each dish was about $14. The atmosphere was very comfortable and friendly.
I really like the place, and would love to go back.
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