As January draws to a close, Montreal refuses to slow down. This week offers a thrilling spectrum of sounds, from the raw energy of a cult metal act and the intricate layers of a genre-bending violinist to the earth-shaking bass of a dubstep titan and the frosty euphoria of a world-class electronic festival. It all starts with a perfect burger in the city’s coolest contemporary dive bar.
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🍱 Restaurant of the Week: Double’s Late Night
📍 Address: 5171 Avenue du Parc, Montréal, QC H2V 4G3
Tucked into a semi-basement on Park Avenue, Double’s Late Night is Mile End’s contemporary answer to the classic dive bar. Conceived by influencer Victor “Coach Vic” Petrenko and celebrity chef Danny Smiles, this spot revives the neighbourhood’s late-night spirit with a cool, unpretentious vibe, great drinks, and a surprisingly excellent kitchen—home to one of Montreal’s best burgers.
Atmosphere & Décor
Designed by Studio Kiff, Double’s nails the dive bar aesthetic with a polished, trendy twist. Think a long bar, bench seating, a pool table, sports on the TVs, and vintage posters, all in a moody, inviting space. It’s the kind of place that feels instantly familiar, perfect for a casual drink, catching a game, or fueling up after hours. With 35 seats (expandable to 70), it’s intimate but can buzz with energy.
🍽️ What to Order
The menu is a masterclass in elevated bar classics, crafted by chef Danny Smiles with top-notch ingredients.
The undisputed star is the Double’s Burger. Featuring a double patty in a brioche bun with extra mayo, this burger is so good it has earned a spot on Tastet’s official list of Montreal’s Best Burgers. Other must-tries include the photogenic, crispy onion rings with dip. It’s simple, satisfying food designed to pair perfectly with a cold beer or a well-made cocktail.
🍹 Drinks to Match
The bar focuses on classic, well-executed cocktails and a solid selection of bottled beers. It’s a no-fuss program that complements the food and the laid-back atmosphere perfectly.
Why You Should Go
Because Double’s Late Night fills a essential niche: a cool, comfortable, and consistently good spot that’s open late. Whether you’re starting your night, looking for a place to watch the game, or craving one of the city’s top burgers after midnight, Double’s delivers with genuine style and zero pretension.
🔗 Visit Double’s website
📝 Read the Tastet review
🏆 See its spot on Montreal’s Best Burgers list
🎤 Performances of the Week
🧊 Featured Event: Igloofest – Week-End 3
The winter celebration at the Old Port continues with another powerhouse lineup for Igloofest Week-End 3. Bundle up for three more nights of world-class electronic music on the coldest dance floor in the world.
🎵 Weekend Lineup:
- Thursday, January 29:
- Sapporo Stage: YAYA LA BAE (7:30 PM), High Klassified (8:30 PM), Manaré (9:15 PM), Hamza (10:00 PM)
- Friday, January 30:
- Sapporo Stage: Arielle Roberge (7:30 PM), A-Trak (9:30 PM), DJ Snake (11:10 PM)
- Videotron Stage – Octov: Manolow (8:00 PM), KORVN (9:30 PM), BitterCaress (11:00 PM)
- Saturday, January 31:
- Sapporo Stage: Jares (7:30 PM), Qrion (9:00 PM), Lost Frequencies (10:30 PM)
- Videotron Stage: Cirque Cosmic (8:00 PM), Shirlee (9:30 PM), Guillaume Michaud (11:00 PM)
🎫 Tickets & Practical Info
- 📍 Location: Old Port of Montreal
- 🗓️ Dates: Thursday, January 29 to Saturday, January 31, 2026
- 🎟️ Tickets: General Admission starts at $49 + tax. VIP Tickets (with heated terrace, fast entry) start at $97.07 + tax.
- 🔗 For tickets and full festival info: Visit the Official Igloofest Page
🎵 Jade Lemac at Théâtre Beanfield
Rising pop artist Jade Lemac brings her powerful vocals and heartfelt songwriting to the intimate stage of Théâtre Beanfield. A standout new voice in the Quebec and Canadian music scene, this is a prime opportunity to see a future star in an up-close setting as she connects with her audience through personal and catchy melodies.
📍 Venue: Théâtre Beanfield, 2490 Notre-Dame Ouest
🗓️ Date & Time: Thursday, January 29, 2026 — 8:00 PM
🎟️ For tickets click here (Evenko)
🤘 Ghost at Bell Centre
Swedish occult-rock phenomenon Ghost returns to Montreal for a massive, theatrical arena spectacle at the Bell Centre. Led by the enigmatic Papa Emeritus, the band delivers a spellbinding show filled with melodic metal anthems, elaborate costumes, and stunning production. It’s a one-of-a-kind concert experience that is equal parts rock opera and communal ritual.
📍 Venue: Bell Centre, 1909 avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, January 30, 2026 — 7:30 PM
🎟️ For tickets click here (Evenko)
🎧 Subtronics at Place Bell
Bass music titan Subtronics brings his mind-bending, high-energy “Tesseract” production to Laval’s Place Bell. Known for his chaotic, genre-smashing dubstep and breathtaking visual production, a Subtronics show is a full-body auditory and visual assault. Prepare for a night of heavy drops, intricate sound design, and a crowd united by wobbly basslines.
📍 Venue: Place Bell, Laval
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, January 30, 2026 — 7:00 PM
🎟️ For tickets click here (Evenko)
🎻 Sudan Archives at Le Studio TD
Genre-defying violinist, vocalist, and producer Sudan Archives (Brittney Parks) takes the stage at Le Studio TD. Blending R&B, electronic, folk, and Sudanese fiddling traditions into a completely unique and captivating sound, her live performance is an intimate, powerful, and beautifully raw display of artistic innovation.
📍 Venue: Le Studio TD, Place des Arts
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, January 31, 2026 — 8:00 PM
🎟️ For tickets click here (Evenko)
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