The Irish are everywhere, including Montreal. My wife wanted a glass of Port after a cool day of shopping and sightseeing on foot around downtown, the underground cities, and Old Montreal.
We walked up to the Pub Claddagh and saw a Celtic band seated around a table playing music (so why not go in?).
They not only had Port (Offley '95), but a large selection of beers, ales, scotch, and other liquors.
Even with the band (guitar, mandolin, and violin), the atmosphere was cozy and we were able to talk to each other.
Pub Claddagh is clean and well-lit compared to stereo-typical pubs. All bar stools and chairs were upholstered in colorful cloth and tapestries, and they have a nice wood bar, and wood floor with in-laid tile work. Nice light fixtures lined the bar.
There is a small humidor on the bar (did not partake).
Pub Claddagh is in a very popular section of Crescent Street easily reached on foot from downtown hotels.
We enjoyed the quality live Celtic music and hilarious conversation and instrumental improvisation between songs.