We came here for a weekday lunch. I strongly recommend making reservations in advance because we…read morewaited for more than 20 minutes to be seated although a couple of tables were empty. They have a modest fusion menu that varies from Mediterranean cuisine to seafood and tartare. The decoration of the restaurant is very cute and cozy, it has bigger tables for gatherings and also high bar chairs if you want to bring your laptop and work there. The service is rather slow though and might not be efficient during a work- day lunchtime. We ordered "Hummus with Pita", Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki", "Fattoush Salad" and "Seasoned Fish". Hummus and salad were really good. Chicken skewers tasted okay, but fish wasn't seasoned enough and was smelly. The portions are rather small compared to their price. I would definitely love to try their weekend brunch.

We were unaware that their brunch menu is only on the weekends which sucked because that was the…read moreonly reason we came. We decided to stay anyways since we were starving but we didn't care for the menu. Very heavy on the seafood and Lacked flavor. The salad however was pretty tasty and would definitely recommend for the vegetarians. Aside from that, if you aren't a seafood fan I'd skip.

I was attracted to Street Monkey because it was Cambodian food which is rare to find but familiar…read morein that it was Southeast Asian. We started with cocktails. I had a Lucy Liu which was delicious and had a little kick to it. The Thai basil was great counterpoint. The service was helpful and prompt and the gentleman knew the menu well. We started with the pork belly and shrimp chip combo that was in a slight sauce of red curry. The spices and flavor were delicious. We also ordered the pickled vegetables which was refreshing contrast to the meat. We also ordered stuffed chicken wings and green papaya salad. We ended with the desert of mango with sticky rice. The mango was perfectly ripe and sweet and tart enough to contrast with the coconut milk sweetened sticky rice. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the cooks work in the kitchen. The space and ambiance were lovely.

This was the first place we ate at as we rolled into town, and it didn't disappoint. When you walk…read morein, you're greeted by the wonderful smells of charcoal grilled meat. The atmosphere is upbeat, casual, and modern. The papaya salad had great texture and balance, highly recommend. Our server Kevin was very friendly and attentive, and gave us advice on some local spots. We found the stuffed wings to be very flavorful, although we thought the sausage inside could have been juicier (it was just a tad dry). But overall, great place to get a bite! Oh, and the cocktail & their house lager was delicious!

Close to Courtyard by Marriott. We got in from Saratoga and after the drive wanted something…read moreclose, but not the hotel restaurant. We saw the Yelp reviews, the menu and took the chance. It is a small restaurant off the beaten path. According to our server, mostly patrons from the business district for lunch and tourists in the evening, like us. We speak a little above basic French and our server allowed us to speak when ordering, but was gracious when we got out of our league and took over in English. Not to worry, you do not need to speak French in Montreal. It was enjoyable for us though, to at least keep the skills fresh. We ordered the filet mignon with the mashed potatoes and asparagus and two cocktails. The cocktails were refreshing and light. The dinner came and the meal was cooked perfectly to order and delicious. There are a couple of photos of the meal in the picture queue and it looked exactly the same. The meat was so tender and of high quality. The only problem, for my wife and I at least, is that the sauce was not necessary. We like the taste of the meat and do not require a sauce, but in this case, it was very appropriate for the plate. Just saying for those of you who might have the same palate. Overall a great experience and a delicious meal. If ever in Montreal again this will be a must stop. The also have an ample wine selection. You can find something affordable and appropriate for the meal.

We came here for lunch on a Monday with a group of 5. This is a pretty small place in turns of…read moreseating, and not a big option on the menu. I ordered a market salad with chicken. For a lunch at this price, the food was not that good. The chicken is very dry and tasteless. The salad was okay. The wait time for our food was pretty long, given we were the second group there, and the first group was much earlier that us (from when they had their food ready...)

The Brussels sprouts with hummus and the ceviche Barranco are delicious, and service was prompt.read more

This is the tale of two restaurants. The first one is all the waitstaff trying to do their job, and…read morepresumably the cooks as well. My waitress was very nice and helpful. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time. The other tale are all the, what, managers? Owners? Hosts? Running around with their heads cut off, each of them with a tablet with their seating plan. Yelling at one another, getting in the waitstaff's way, and generally making it look like the end of the world is going to happen. It was absurd and it made everything pretty unpleasant. I think I was watching the owner get really concerned about a dj, hanging out with him, and then bolting to go to talk to a manager. Finally, I know a lot about Peruvian food, including traveling to Peru. The food at this restaurant is not that good.

It was near the Hotel we were staying n it had good reviews so we decided to try. Food was good…read more Octopus very good. Seafood paella was very good, oysters were ok. Tenderloin cubes were good. However, We sat above the kitchen so the smoke came up when they grilled something, which was often, n my hair n my clothes all ended up smelling like smoke. They need a better ventilation system. Service was a little abrupt, I felt the guy was a little rude. He kept reaching over us to clean the plates instead of going around. I'm paying good money, I expect a little courtesy. it wasn't even busy. there were have these small glass of water n I had to keep asking for refills. Just leave a bottle of water in the table like other restaurants! The ladies were very friendly n asked if I wanted sparklers for my birthday, when she sat us down, I said yes, of course. But since we didn't order desert, I got nothing. Boo. Food was good, service ok hence the 4 stars

Of our several dinners in Montreal, this turned out to be our favorite by far. We loved the…read moreselection of tapas items and the glamorous vibe. The steak dish was our favorite, super tender and juicy. Definitely plan ahead with a reservation. We sat at the bar and had lovely service.

Spectacular spot!…read more Very cozy inside, dimly lit with little lights at each table. Stone walls, oil paintings and antique decor. All the plates are different and unique from each other. We ordered the Paloma mocktail which was extra tasty. Starters were the brioche bread that was baked with a crispy top and the herb butter paired very nice. We also got the asparagus and scallops. I was thinking it would be the whole scallop, but it was cut into little pieces and put on top of the asparagus. For the entrees we got the filet and another steak I can't remember the name?? The filet was cooked to absolute perfection, crispy on the inside and so tender and soft on the inside. We got one of each of the sauces as well as the sides. The butter sauce was my favorite. The asparagus came with such an earthy sauce it was a flavor bomb in your mouth. Service is great, only thing is the server forgot about my Diet Coke for 15 minutes but no worries on that. Very cozy date night spot! Loved everything about it.

I'm not exactly sure how Barroco landed on my radar; I was taking Montreal recommendations from…read moremultiple outlets, and when I was organizing them it caught my eye as a potential place to grab dinner. Pics and reviews looked great, so we made plans to dine here during our penultimate night in the city. Barroco is located in Old Montreal, right on Rue Saint-Paul. The exterior has really charming curb appeal, and upon entry we were greeted by the same. This isn't a large restaurant, arranged with tables and a few booths throughout the space and a bar on the back wall that serves as a focal point. The vibes were on - the restaurant was tastefully decorated with a mix of old-fashioned fixtures, stone walls, and earth tones. The restaurant was quite lively - the vibes were on. Their drink menu is quite creative; we actually started our evening at the bar while we were waiting for our table and the bartender made some great suggestions - both cocktails I had were really good. The food menu is mostly French inspired; it wasn't extensive but they had a good variety of creative dishes. We decided on two starters - the brioche and the octopus salad. The brioche was fine, it came as one roll with a side of seasoned butter. It was a little on the dry side, and the butter wasn't very flavorful. The octopus salad was much better; the octopus was sliced and arranged on top of a ratatouille which provided a good complement of flavors and textures. For my main I got the OG braised beef. The beef was almost pot-roast style, seasoned with maple and aged balsamic sauce and paired with truffled celery root purée. This was delicious - the beef was super tender, and the sauce provided great flavor. The puree was an awesome side - the entire trip was super comforting and familiar while also being new and interesting. We decided to get two desserts - the madeleines and the olive oil cake. The former were baked fresh and came with a side of chocolate pudding and salted caramel, while the latter came with whipped cream and coached pears. Both were good, but I preferred the madeleines; the warm sponge paired with the chocolate and caramel was a great finisher to the meal. Service was great - everyone from the host to the bartender to our waiter made us feel welcome; they definitely elevated the experience. Overall, I had a great time at Barroco; the food, vibes, and service were all on point. I would definitely consider returning the next time I'm in Montreal.

A delightful place to discover! Not too rowdy when we got there (around 5vish). Bueaitful…read moreatmosphere, cozy, warm...the sevrers are abposultely amazing. The whole staff seem passionate by this place. Food was yummy and I was able to find something with my many intolerances (I eat vegan and gluten free). Definitely a spot to discover. perfect for a date, business meeting, work diner, etc

Finally got to try this place after years of living nearby and I should've visited earlier! We got…read morethe sharing menu as we were a big group and it's perfect because you get to try a big variety of meals to share and the portions are bigger than you would expect. Everyone was very full after all the food. It's hard to pick a favourite dish because they were all so good. The service is very friendly and they take the time to explain the dishes as you get them and are very attentive. Lots of seating too so this place is absolutely ideal for big groups who wanna share food. If you have someone who has allergies or is vegan/vegetarian however, the tasting menu cannot be changed so that is a bummer. IfThey do have some vegetarian options in the sharing menu but not a lot so keep in mind to check with your group prior to picking this place if the sharing menu works for everyone. You can also definitely order the meals yourself and not go for the group menu but I found the group menu great because we got a taste of everything and we didn't have to worry about not having enough.

I was in town for business and came by for dinner…read more We had a sharing set with too many dishes that I cannot remember. But I do remember that the food was delicious and the service was excellent - patient and kind and on top of everything. Definitely worth it.

We are seated at a round two top. Big dining area around the bar. I like the copper textured round…read moretables. Ordered Dahl soup, chicken tikka masala, Chana masala, Tardka Dahl, 1 basmati rice (none comes with your meal, rather odd) and 1 garlic naan bread. C$79.33 I can't say we have ever been to an Indian restaurant where you have to order and pay for the rice at all. The complimentary cracker, papadum is quite salty on its own. I am not loving the onion salsa or the yogurt chia dip so much. Their complimentary items are not for me. 1 order of Naan is literally 1 piece of naan for the two of us. Best to assume everything is a la carte. The basmati rice is flavored and topped with crispy onions and peas. It's ok. I do feel for the 3 dishes we ordered, at least one rice should have come with it as an accompaniment. The garlic naan is good, chewy and warm. The lentil soup isn't so good, it's quite runny, as water and doesn't have much flavor to me. The Tardka Dahl is good. The Chana masala is good as well. The chicken tikka masala is the best part of the meal. Rich and super flavorful profile, sauce is fantastic with the bread or the rice. Huge chunks of chicken and not a lot in the dish. I could easily have eaten this on my own. Service was good.