This is a favorite and one of the few places I come back to repeatedly (there are just too many good places to go in Montreal). I've eaten in the restaurant proper as well as the bar several times and it has always been excellent.
As you walk into the restaurant you smell this amazing wood burning fire which I just love. It has a historic building ambiance with beautiful old brick, but really interesting modern touches with some of the design and artwork. The food is fantastic. Have tried several different dishes and it is consistently great. The charcuterie plate is highly recommended.
At the bar there is a really great group of people in front of and behind the bar. The staff is incredibly friendly, inviting and have a decent amount of regulars coming in to see them. There is also a party room (or 2?) for events so if that is of interest.... check it out. The downstairs is also a club later on in the evening. Have not been there (yet) when it is open, but it looks fab.