Hands down the best poutine fusion in Montreal. The Portugese chicken compliments the poutine very…read morewell and definitely a dark horse in Montreal. They don't seem to get as much attention as some other poutine places, but don't sleep on this experience. For their price, it is a lot of food, one large serving of their 19$ grilled chicken with sausage and poutine is a great meal that will last you the entire day, it was more than enough for two. They debone two legs of chicken on top of the poutine that they pulled fresh off their grill! Service was fast, there is plenty of room to eat at the restaurant and they have a separate counter for the pastries. We had to get some of their Portuguese tarts (10$ for 6) and they were also amazing. Creamy, custardy, perfectly baked. It reheated well in the air fryer when we brought some back as souvenirs to enjoy. This is a place worth stopping by in Montreal, poutine in one hand and a batch of tarts for dessert on the other.

The Portuguese chicken poutine here is literally top tier. The mix of the chicken, chorizo, and…read moresauce is elite, and the portions are huge. Honestly, the only reason it's not a 5-star is because the line is always insane and it gets super crowded inside, but the food low-key makes up for it. Def a must-try in Montreal!

No fuss setting…read more Portuguese Chicken with Poutine = heaven on a plate. The chicken was tender, seasoned well and complimented by the tangy spicy sauce we selected. The patis de nata (I believe) would taste much better if it was heated. We bought it from the case. Otherwise, the service was fast, friendly and efficient.

Nothing chang still same food is great Still same ambiance…read moreand service was goood Still one of my favs spot

Super chill and calm ambiance in the restaurant! The restaurant is pretty small but it has a nice…read morecozy atmosphere and the hosts were super welcoming and friendly. The food was pretty good but the ribs entree was a little small in my opinion because we asked if it was big enough to share among 4 people and he said yea but it wasn't lol. For one person it's a lot of food for sure, lots of fries but ribs were small and not a lot of meat on the bones. Shrimp appetizer was my favorite! Lots of flavor and I love the garlic oil that it comes with. I also don't know what's going on with that red pepper action in every dish lol it's like a little flare I guess xD Overall I'm giving 4 stars because of how good the service was and how welcoming the hosts were. They really make you feel right at home! Also nice flavors as well but just portion sizing could use some work. I had a great experience :)

The ambiance is dark and a bit dated, which I was hoping meant our meal would be amazing. I love…read morefinding gems, but this meal matched the decor. We ordered the chicken, shrimp, sausage which came with bread, fries, roasted red peppers, and salad. The food was okay. I thought the shrimp, roasted peppers and bread were the best part of our dinner. The staff was very attentive and friendly which along with the nata for dessert was the highlight of the meal.

Cute bar! I enjoyed the cocktail called "Wayne". The popcorn was decent as well. The menus are cute…read morewith little post-it notes. There is some outdoor seating in front of the building, and plenty of indoor seating as well as spots at the bar. It is fun to sit at the bar and watch the drink process.

We came here for a light dinner and drinks. We were able to sit outside, which was very nice. It…read morewas an eclectic menu for dinner... Not sure it really met our expectations. Drinks were OK but nothing special. Our server however, was very nice and attentive.

Cafe Chez Jose was the perfect stop to kick off a very full day in Montreal…read more We arrived around 8:45 am on a Saturday and were promptly seated. The space inside is tight and by the time we left, there was a significant queue, so keep that in mind. The food was extremely filling but not too heavy at all. The vegan breakfast provided a good variety that was rich in flavor. I will be back on my next trip.

Cute down to earth restaurant with delicious and plenty of vegan and vegetarian breakfast dishes…read more Original and authentic with friendly and efficient service

I've never gone here before because if I wanted a chicken sandwich, I would go to serrano which is…read more5 minutes away. But this place still has it's own charm! I like that you get an actual meal here and not just the sandwich. You can get a side of rice, salad, fries, poutine, potatoes. It's really great! The chicken is good and the sandwich is filling. If you get it with the fries it's a great lunch.

What a wonderful place! Lots of great patio seating with great people watching views; great wait…read morestaff and the food was amazing. Had the best lunch here-honestly best chicken I have ever had+ salad+ bread + fries. And a small carafe of wine. Sat here for a while reading my book and eating and it was magical.

Casa Minhota is a homey Portuguese restaurant with great service, authentic food, and a relaxing…read moreatmosphere. The prices are what you would expect from a nice restaurant, a bit expensive but fair, and they have numerous selections to choose from. I hadn't tried Portuguese fried sardines before and they were quite delicious, and served with lemon and a spicy piri piri sauce that really enhanced the dish--big portion and had leftovers! The grilled Chorizo was delectable as well, with the charcoal flavor really shining through--not too spicy. My favorite dish was the Pork and Clams stew, a classic Portuguese surf and turf dish that was a little potato heavy but the flavor was perfect with hints of lemon, red pepper paste, and a salty, but not-too-salty brine on the tender pork loin. Another dish I tried was the grilled pork medallions: it was a bit average but still good. The potatoes were a little soggy/not crispy and the green salad was a touch too simple with just balsamic vinegar and olive oil; nothing special, but decent. The grilled Portuguese chicken was pretty nice and had that charbroiled/grilled flavor and the meat was quite juicy. The large serving is enough to share if you aren't too hungry and came with same sides as the pork medallions dish, which felt a bit repetitive... The waiter was very attentive and checked up on our table often. Good service. I prefer Aldea, another Portuguese restaurant a few blocks away, since they had similar prices and a bit better quality, more uniqueness of flavor...but if you are feeling a more homey, family-style energy then Casa Minhota is perfect for you.

The entire experience has been a true, happy journey to Portugal, elevated by the enthusiastic…read moresharing & care of the front of house staff. It starts with the parking out back, which is about 10 spots immediately adjacent to the rear of the restaurant. Parking there is only for restaurant patrons but there is usually parking on Rue St-Laurent, a most happening of places. The side is a happy Portuguese tiled experience, which I say with authority having dined in the most Portuguese place, Ironside neighborhood of Newark, NJ. The music is extremely well chosen Portuguese modern music which greatly enlivens the entire mood. I cannot say Africa things about the food. We came during Montrèal Restaurant week, locally called MTLáTable, which has C$27 3-course brunch specials which are ssoooo gooood, our party of seven ordered all different dishes and the quality presentation and unique cooking style of each one is to be complemented. Clearly the prep staff made fresh choices of ingredients of every type. Many highs include the unique drinks menu and the happy staff whose attitude make you want to go straight to Portugal, a famously idealized land & people, appropriately so. Salud!

After not having a bad meal in Montreal during our week long stay, we cancelled our reservation at…read morea top French place in the Old Town and decided to have something more fun. Portuguese food fit the bill and Douro had exactly the menu we were looking for with sardines, croquettes, caldo verde, and tons of fish and seafood choices. As fitting our last meal in Montreal, Restaurant Douro was the best meal and friendliest service we had in Montreal during our stay and we highly recommend it. We started with a salad, caldo verde (both included with our mains), two perfectly-sized bacalao croquettes, and six garlic shrimp. We had a choice of three daily fish special: Icelandic cod, branzino, and Arctic char. My wife had the char and I had the cod, both elegantly and perfectly prepared. The Portuguese wine list is extensive and I was even recommended a new favorite! It's near Little Italy and out of the way from the usual tourist routes. While you could call it a neighborhood gem, it's a big step up from that. Located a short, easy walk from the Beaubien metro station, it's perfect for the special occasion, quiet business meal, date night, or for just excellent Portugese seafood and friendly service.

Food was really solid and portions were generous. The tapas to start were great, especially the…read moreshrimp and calamari. Slightly pricey but you can tell the quality is there.

Crazy good food. Forget about the stuff you been callin food. This is food! Best cod, squid is so…read morefantastic you'll want to keep ordering.

AMAZING !!! Usually, when I order chicken thighs, the meat inside is too dry. However, this cozy…read morerestaurant serves one of the best chickens I have ever had. I did not have any high expectations for some reason when my best friend told me it was his favourite place, but i was very very wrong. This place is so so so good. Definitely would go back again, for sure!

My son went into anaphylactic schock on the night of his birthday while eating here! Despite…read morerepeatedly reminding the wait staff about his severe sesame and nut allergy, it seems that NOBODY knew that the tahini they put into the chickpea purée is actual sesame!! We exited the restaurant and my son could not breath, his face became swollen, eyelids bubbled up! He was rushed to CHUM by ambulance and taken into priority! He was kept there for 10 hours after administering epipens and various meds to calm the reaction. I called the restaurant and asked again if there was sesame or nuts in his dish. They said NO. I called the restaurant 2 days later to speak to the owner- he only called me back after 3 days. His response..."sorry...we do put tahini in the chickpea purée, but only a little".... Absolute ignorance!

They have an amazing lunch special. For just $20 you get a soup or salad and a huge entree plate…read more The fish was cooked very well, and the meats had great flavors. The lamb was a little over cooked but the pork and chicken were definitely the stars of the meat plate. The grilled octopus and calamari were appetizers, and I really liked the calamari sauce but the octopus was just alright. Service was perfect the whole time.