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4.7 (38 reviews)
Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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Griffen R.

Whoa Nelly ! Lol. A much more approachable top 10 restaurant than others, Beba delivers on a mix of creative dishes with well crafted classics, served by down to earth people whom you can call your friends. Classic Montréal vibe of people enjoying their lives along side great food being served !

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Gayan P.

I celebrated my birthday in Montreal, and what could have been more memorable than a dinner at Beba--a hidden gem, subtly tucked away in Verdun, away from the buzzing tourist trail. Planning with ChatGPT's help, I asked for a place adored by locals, with food that stood out. Beba emerged in that shortlist, and I was enchanted from the moment we stepped inside. Atmosphere & Service Beba's décor feels intentional without a shred of pretension--warm tones, an intimate 28‑seat room, and an open kitchen that frames the cooking like a private performance. The service was equally considered: heartfelt yet polished, guiding us through the menu with genuine care. We chose dishes we were drawn to while letting the staff curate the rest, and the balance between those two felt seamless. Highlights from the Menu Our assortment of plates revealed the elegance of simplicity anchored in complexity: * Montadito de maquereau, sésame, beurre salé et raifort (sesame montadito with Japanese mackerel, salted butter, and horseradish)--a sublime reinterpretation of fish on toast, with nuanced textures and flavor layers that lingered. * Involtini de courgettes et bette à carde, yogourt et noix de pin (zucchini and chard involtini with yogurt and pine nuts)--the "thing wrapped in a leaf" manifested as tender pasta-like rolls that spoke of Mediterranean finesse. * Os à moelle avec pan con tomate et anchois (bone marrow with pan con tomate and anchovy)--incredibly rich, abundant, and gloriously unrestrained--a decadent, fatty indulgence that felt indulgent in the best way. * Dattes farcies au foie gras, pistaches et huile d'olive (dates stuffed with foie gras, pistachios, and olive oil)--the notes I have simply surrender to calling them the most incredible dates; sweet, savory, and texturally perfect. By the time our chop d'épaule de porc avec aubergines à la charcutière (pork shoulder chop with eggplants à la charcutière) arrived, we were near full--but such was the generosity of the portions and richness of flavor that we polished every morsel. With no room left for dessert (though I heard whispers of a silky flan with dulce de leche that teasingly escaped us), we exited contentedly sated. Despite the outstanding caliber of ingredients, thoughtful technique, and warm ambiance, the bill arrived without any staggering shock--refreshingly reasonable for an experience of such quality. I felt deeply grateful for this birthday meal: every plate, sip, and moment is now etched in my memory. Beba is that rare type of place: a neighborhood restaurant that feels elevated yet accessible, intimate without being precious. It earned a place in the Michelin Guide's "Recommended" list for its polished, ingredient‑driven cooking unfolding without pretense. I will absolutely recommend it whenever I recount our Montreal trip. It has become etched in memory--a quietly perfect birthday dinner, where each bite felt crafted just for the celebration.

Knish with caviar
Lloyd M.

Great neighborhood restaurant. Went by myself worried that there were multiple items I wanted to try and it would be too much food. To my relief, they offered (without asking) that most of the dishes could be in half order, which was perfect. My favorites were the mackerel, you have to get it, and the date stuffed with foie gras. Both were incredibly unique and incredibly good. The knish with caviar was also something I never envisioned that also worked well. While the beef cheek was also good, it was not as insanely unique as the other three dishes. Would love to go back.

Ernest F.

One of my favourite restaurants in Montreal. There's so many great places to eat, but Beba definitely stands out as a rockstar restaurant. Great unique dishes. Amazing service. Cute decor. Love it here.

Sarah V.

Really excited to try this place! Food was excellent. My husband and I could not stop talking about it. . Enjoy everything we ordered. Service was great and staff were attentive. Sat at the bar and enjoyed watching food being made. Really great experience! And if you're lucky to snag an earlier reservation time, props to you!

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Joe S.

Food here was so good. First upscale Jewish restaurant I've ever been to. Meat was excellent. Dishes so thoughtfully put together.

Beluga caviar appetizer.  SO good.
David P.

What a nice, intimate place to to have a good dinner. I was so impressed by the service, the close attention, and of course the food. Often when eating alone on business trips, servers don't pay much attention to you since the bill is only for one. This was not the case here. The waiter went over each item of the menu in detail, which was very much appreciated, and certainly changed my anticipated order. I tried the empanada, the tonnarelli, and a caviar appetizer not listed here that was pricey (as expected) but incredibly delicious and worth every penny. Was well worth venturing out from downtown to enjoy a delicious meal here!

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Angela A.

Very unqiue place . I walked into without even knowing much about it . I was blown away by their food . Everything was delicious and very fresh . You can feel that every plate is very well thought and made with high quality ingredients. The drinks were very good , just that a few of them looked/tasted the same just the price was higher in some . We thought the server didn't heard us right as the drink looked exactly the same and when we confirmed she responded in very condescending /sarcastic way saying is around the same type of alcohol so of course is gonna look the same what were we expecting.However overall we enjoyed our experience, not a place I'll go back to be honest , but I did definitely enjoyed trying this type of place and food .

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Jennie C.

Loved this tiny neighborhood gem. Saw it on the top 100 Canadian restaurants list and was in town, so decided to come check it out. Luckily for me, the person next to me at the bar was also a lone diner and we decided to share dishes so we could taste more things. I started with the lost lake drink which was quite delicious, very tropical flavors. Our first dish was the tuna capellini, which was an off-menu special. This was by far my favorite dish, chunky pieces of tuna on top of a bed of capellini tossed with sweet crushed tomatoes, and I don't even like tuna! Mackerel and empanada were other highlights - loved the mouthfeel of the mackerel and how it balances with the creamy spread on the bread below. The empanada was piping hot, filled with flavorful chorizo and soft chunks of potato. The involtini and beef ham were too salty for my palate. Also felt the involtini was overwhelmed by the pine nuts on top. The tautog was a very toothsome texture, almost like monkfish, but cooked perfectly. However, the sweet tomatoes and lightly flame-kissed zucchinis underneath stole the show. I liked the food in general, though a few were overseasoned/unbalanced. Love the in-season eating concept and would happily come back to check out new menu items!

Wine picked the bartender --great choice
Jeffrey W.

This is a must visit restaurant in Montreal. I was blown away by both the food and the experience. The service was not only friendly but intensely knowledgeable. Someone was always around to keep us engaged, and every single dish ranged from wow to HOLY ****! Do yourself a favour, and when you go here, get an empanada. I haven't had a lot, but I can guarantee at the minimum it will be delicious. In fact, I found myself wishing I'd bought a bunch for takeout so that I could have them the next day, and perhaps the day after that. I could wax poetic about all the food, but some of the greatest highlights for me in no particular order: 1) Wild Trout caught by Ontario's Affinity Fish, who ikejime their products to ensure a really high quality offering. Over two months later and I can still remember the wonderful crispy skin, and the incredibly clean flavours of the fish 2) Fresh Foggy Shoals Squid a la plancha with potatoes, peppers, garlic oil and aioli. Squid cooked properly has a wonderful texture that is not rubbery at all, and it's really fun to eat with that slight bounciness. 3) Pork Shoulder Chop: I'm a very clean eater when I eat outside. I hate getting messy because it's less convenient to go to the washroom, and you look like a slob. But this bone-in cut of meat was so juicy and decadent that I couldn't help myself (especially after encouragement from the staff). I picked that bone up like a barbarian and gnawed away at it because it was above and beyond the normal pork you'd expect at a restaurant. 4) That flan! Rich with the flavour of cream and vanilla, loaded with fresh blueberries, and a velvety smooth texture. I wish more restaurants here would do this, and that they all did it at least 75% as well as Beba in preparing it. I would be a very happy (and very fat) man. My goal is to visit Beba every time I come to Montreal for an extended period of time. I will fight you for a seat, you have been warned.

The bartender made amazing drinks!
Lee O.

Cute homey feel with fresh open kitchen that you can see your meal being made! Everything was clean tasting, fresh, not salty but savory! The fish was like butter and perfectly cooked, empanada was flaky and buttery with just enough shell that it's not caked! The mushroom dish was flavorful, filling and perfectly cooked! Super amazing staff! The bartender was amazing who came around to ask us how our drinks were and even personalized our drinks on our second round! Kudos

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Jean-Francois C.

Beba an Argentina Tapas place where you can share fancy plate with friend. the place look very good and its was full house a friday evening. we love the butternoch and the duck Empenada . We also eat the Pintade a bigger plate was like a Grand ma do amazing service its just perfect. Agood place to try

Oso L.

Quite possibly the best meal I've ever had in Montreal. From the cured Japanese mackerel on sesame buns to the caviar topped-knishes to the pastrami brined beef tongue...oh my lord this place was fantastic. Excellent cocktails and like everywhere else I've eaten in this great city, the service was unmatched!

* Spinach and cheese empanadas (3 Pcs) * Chicken chile verde empanadas (3 Pcs)

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Cocktail menu at the bar. French anyone?
Cocktail menu at the bar. French anyone?
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