BARROCO

Full 5 star experience. Everything from the food, service and restaurant vibe was perfect. The BBQ oysters did not disappoint. My only regret was not ordering 6 more. The farm salad was very flavourful but also fresh. Their braised beef (signature meal) was excellent. (If you don’t love celery then I’d say choose something else since their potato purée does have a strong celery taste to it) Waitress was very knowledgeable, showed confidence in the menu and also caught on that it was a special occasion so she brought out a sparkler. Last but not least - drinks were also made to perfection. Paid parking lot 10 steps away from the resto came in handy. Can’t wait to be back - specifically for the BBQ oysters.

Went there for my birthday, locals love it here.so had to give it a try. Live the rustic decorations. Small restaurant so make reservations. We started w paper crane cocktail ( a twist on paper plane) it was good but it looked like a 2 oz drink. The glass looked very ball. See photo In NY the get 4 oz drinks. Other than that the food is great. Ayube the waiter/Sommelier:/owner was very friendly n attentive. I got a nice sparklers w after dinner drinks to celebrate my birthday. Very cool.

It was my boyfriends birthday and he had also just completed his capstone project, so I wanted to find a place that would have most of the things he liked (oysters, truffle, beef) and I was throughly pleased with just looking at the menu. Now, once we got there, I was immediately taken aback by the atmosphere - it’s comfortable, it’s intimate and ultimately very pleasant. The lights are dimmed to perfection and your table is topped off with a cute little lamp for added ambiance. Our waitress greeted us rather quickly and she was truly a ray of sunshine (if she has a tattoo on her right hand, you’re in very good hands). Mutual respect went a long way given how she was very nice and even ordered complementary vegetables for us with a lovely vinaigrette. Now, for the appetizers. We had ordered the BBQ Oysters (6) and the chicken liver parfait. Both were to die for. The chicken liver parfait is 100% a Christmas dish, and I recommend eating it by hand and not leaving the bread behind. Everything works together so well. The BBQ oysters were delicious, and were not too rich in flavor - they were perfect. For the main, I highly recommend anyone listen to the specials of the evening because you might be in for a surprise - beef Wellington! They only make about 10 a night, and we had gotten there at 6:30 so we managed to order one, and it was delicious (comes with mashed potatoes and a truffle sauce). There was also a special spaghetti for the evening, but we had unfortunately let it go cold given how we were encompassed by the Wellington, so if you were to order two mains, give them both even amounts of attention at the same time. Eventually we moved onto the desserts, we had ordered all four of them; - the trou normand: ordered without the alcohol, and thus it was a lemon pineapple sorbet and it was honestly my favourite one. Call me simple but a nice sorbet is a solid way to end a delicious meal. - Panna cotta: if you have a sweet tooth, this one is for you. It’s definitely a rich dessert with many flavour and textures at once, but it’s not overwhelming. The raspberry and the hazelnut chocolate complement each other nicely, but there certainly is a battle for which flavour ought to stand out most. - olive oil cake: I didn’t particularly get to try since my boyfriend practically inhaled it, but he gave it 5/5 stars. - chocolate pudding with the madeleines: the madeleines are freshly baked and have a simple flavouring, but that’s what makes them special after a flavoursome evening. The salted chocolate pudding was definitely something new for us, and I personally recommend maybe mixing it given how they sprinkle extra salt on the top (crazy salty if you scoop off the top without mixing), however I liked how it wasn’t overly sweet by any means and reminded me a bit of the authentic flavour of chocolate itself. Drinks were very nice, although I do recommend you ask a bit more about the flavour profile to see if it matches what you normally like - like the forbidden fruit smelled lovely but interestingly enough tasted a bit smoky. Small anecdote: we had complementary Aperol-like shots to celebrate his birthday and capstone. Very very sweet gesture. To the owner, kitchen and staff: stand proud. Throughly impressed by the service and food this evening. I certainly do see myself coming here again in the near future. Thank you for your hospitality and attention to detail.

We came all the way from Toronto and have to say this was the best dining experience we have ever had! From the service, to the atmosphere, and to the food and drinks, you could really tell they put a lot of attention to detail to everything. Every flavour profile was so thought out, we were amazed by every plate brought to us. We will definitely be making the trip back to come here and recommending this spot to all our friends!

I ordered the grilled octopus, the squash with foie gras, the paella barroco, and the butcher's cut (an 18oz ribeye steak). The grilled octopus was delicious, though $35 for the portion served felt a bit pricey. The foie gras didn’t quite suit my taste. The standout dish of the night was definitely the paella, easily the best I’ve had in Montreal. Unfortunately, the ribeye steak was very DISAPPOINTING. Priced at $75 and meant to be shared by two, it came with a choice of sauce (we selected truffle butter). However, when the steak arrived, it was already quite COLD, so much so that the butter wouldn’t even melt when placed on top. Normally, I would have rated this meal 4 stars despite the mishaps, but a final issue made it hard to do so. When my partner mentioned to the waitress that the steak had been underwhelming (both in temperature and quality) and that we hadn’t been told it would cost $75, she responded rather coldly, insisting she had informed us of the price—though we hadn’t been told. While we likely would have ordered it anyway, given it’s a reasonable price, the attitude at the end left us feeling let down.

Food is good. Service is better. Phillip really took care of us! I'd recommend the duck and gnocchi. Located in old port, I would recommend.

The braised beef was pretty good but the Butcher’s cut steak was extremely bland, unseasoned, and very very fatty (1/4 of the steak was not edible). The mash potato that came with the steak was also very bland I couldnt finish it. The braised beef’s sauce saved me tho I had to dip the steak in there cause it tasted like nothing for $75. Service was okay when we came in we werent greeted and had to wait for a while even though we had reservations. Service felt really rushed. Atmosphere was nice and cozy :) overall experience was okay, definitely not worth the pricetag

Very small and cozy restaurant. Great service at first. Turns out, they charged me 32$ for a Paloma drink. Really! Are we at the Ritz ? Also, they have like 4 choices of food on the menu, very limited. But seriously how can a normal basic drink as tequila and pamplemousse juice can cost as much as a gnocchi meal ? Do not waist your time. Not worth it.

Full 5 star experience. Everything from the food, service and restaurant vibe was perfect. The BBQ oysters did not disappoint. My only regret was not ordering 6 more. The farm salad was very flavourful but also fresh. Their braised beef (signature meal) was excellent. (If you don’t love celery then I’d say choose something else since their potato purée does have a strong celery taste to it) Waitress was very knowledgeable, showed confidence in the menu and also caught on that it was a special occasion so she brought out a sparkler. Last but not least - drinks were also made to perfection. Paid parking lot 10 steps away from the resto came in handy. Can’t wait to be back - specifically for the BBQ oysters.

Went there for my birthday, locals love it here.so had to give it a try. Live the rustic decorations. Small restaurant so make reservations. We started w paper crane cocktail ( a twist on paper plane) it was good but it looked like a 2 oz drink. The glass looked very ball. See photo In NY the get 4 oz drinks. Other than that the food is great. Ayube the waiter/Sommelier:/owner was very friendly n attentive. I got a nice sparklers w after dinner drinks to celebrate my birthday. Very cool.

It was my boyfriends birthday and he had also just completed his capstone project, so I wanted to find a place that would have most of the things he liked (oysters, truffle, beef) and I was throughly pleased with just looking at the menu. Now, once we got there, I was immediately taken aback by the atmosphere - it’s comfortable, it’s intimate and ultimately very pleasant. The lights are dimmed to perfection and your table is topped off with a cute little lamp for added ambiance. Our waitress greeted us rather quickly and she was truly a ray of sunshine (if she has a tattoo on her right hand, you’re in very good hands). Mutual respect went a long way given how she was very nice and even ordered complementary vegetables for us with a lovely vinaigrette. Now, for the appetizers. We had ordered the BBQ Oysters (6) and the chicken liver parfait. Both were to die for. The chicken liver parfait is 100% a Christmas dish, and I recommend eating it by hand and not leaving the bread behind. Everything works together so well. The BBQ oysters were delicious, and were not too rich in flavor - they were perfect. For the main, I highly recommend anyone listen to the specials of the evening because you might be in for a surprise - beef Wellington! They only make about 10 a night, and we had gotten there at 6:30 so we managed to order one, and it was delicious (comes with mashed potatoes and a truffle sauce). There was also a special spaghetti for the evening, but we had unfortunately let it go cold given how we were encompassed by the Wellington, so if you were to order two mains, give them both even amounts of attention at the same time. Eventually we moved onto the desserts, we had ordered all four of them; - the trou normand: ordered without the alcohol, and thus it was a lemon pineapple sorbet and it was honestly my favourite one. Call me simple but a nice sorbet is a solid way to end a delicious meal. - Panna cotta: if you have a sweet tooth, this one is for you. It’s definitely a rich dessert with many flavour and textures at once, but it’s not overwhelming. The raspberry and the hazelnut chocolate complement each other nicely, but there certainly is a battle for which flavour ought to stand out most. - olive oil cake: I didn’t particularly get to try since my boyfriend practically inhaled it, but he gave it 5/5 stars. - chocolate pudding with the madeleines: the madeleines are freshly baked and have a simple flavouring, but that’s what makes them special after a flavoursome evening. The salted chocolate pudding was definitely something new for us, and I personally recommend maybe mixing it given how they sprinkle extra salt on the top (crazy salty if you scoop off the top without mixing), however I liked how it wasn’t overly sweet by any means and reminded me a bit of the authentic flavour of chocolate itself. Drinks were very nice, although I do recommend you ask a bit more about the flavour profile to see if it matches what you normally like - like the forbidden fruit smelled lovely but interestingly enough tasted a bit smoky. Small anecdote: we had complementary Aperol-like shots to celebrate his birthday and capstone. Very very sweet gesture. To the owner, kitchen and staff: stand proud. Throughly impressed by the service and food this evening. I certainly do see myself coming here again in the near future. Thank you for your hospitality and attention to detail.

We came all the way from Toronto and have to say this was the best dining experience we have ever had! From the service, to the atmosphere, and to the food and drinks, you could really tell they put a lot of attention to detail to everything. Every flavour profile was so thought out, we were amazed by every plate brought to us. We will definitely be making the trip back to come here and recommending this spot to all our friends!

I ordered the grilled octopus, the squash with foie gras, the paella barroco, and the butcher's cut (an 18oz ribeye steak). The grilled octopus was delicious, though $35 for the portion served felt a bit pricey. The foie gras didn’t quite suit my taste. The standout dish of the night was definitely the paella, easily the best I’ve had in Montreal. Unfortunately, the ribeye steak was very DISAPPOINTING. Priced at $75 and meant to be shared by two, it came with a choice of sauce (we selected truffle butter). However, when the steak arrived, it was already quite COLD, so much so that the butter wouldn’t even melt when placed on top. Normally, I would have rated this meal 4 stars despite the mishaps, but a final issue made it hard to do so. When my partner mentioned to the waitress that the steak had been underwhelming (both in temperature and quality) and that we hadn’t been told it would cost $75, she responded rather coldly, insisting she had informed us of the price—though we hadn’t been told. While we likely would have ordered it anyway, given it’s a reasonable price, the attitude at the end left us feeling let down.

Food is good. Service is better. Phillip really took care of us! I'd recommend the duck and gnocchi. Located in old port, I would recommend.

The braised beef was pretty good but the Butcher’s cut steak was extremely bland, unseasoned, and very very fatty (1/4 of the steak was not edible). The mash potato that came with the steak was also very bland I couldnt finish it. The braised beef’s sauce saved me tho I had to dip the steak in there cause it tasted like nothing for $75. Service was okay when we came in we werent greeted and had to wait for a while even though we had reservations. Service felt really rushed. Atmosphere was nice and cozy :) overall experience was okay, definitely not worth the pricetag

Very small and cozy restaurant. Great service at first. Turns out, they charged me 32$ for a Paloma drink. Really! Are we at the Ritz ? Also, they have like 4 choices of food on the menu, very limited. But seriously how can a normal basic drink as tequila and pamplemousse juice can cost as much as a gnocchi meal ? Do not waist your time. Not worth it.

Went there for my birthday, locals love it here.so had to give it a try. Live the rustic decorations. Small restaurant so make reservations. We started w paper crane cocktail ( a twist on paper plane) it was good but it looked like a 2 oz drink. The glass looked very ball. See photo In NY we get 4 oz drinks. Other than that the food is great. Ayube the waiter/Sommelier/owner was very friendly n attentive. I got a nice sparklers w after dinner drinks to celebrate my birthday. Very cool.

One of the restaurants that's opens a little later in Old Montreal, but certainly worth the delay. When we arrived, we were greeted by an incredible aroma from the kitchen. We arrived at six and were seated immediately. If you plan to arrive later, reservations are recommended as they were completely full at right when we left. Great wine selection plus a full bar with some signature house cocktails. I had been drinking whiskey earlier in the day, so I opted for a scotch - Dalmore 12. We started with a mushroom dish with a variety of mushrooms and three different sauces. With the medley of mushrooms and sauces, every bite was completely different. The sauces were so good that we ordered some bread to clean up the dish! For the main course, we shared the snow crab tonnarelli as well as the duck breast along with endive salad and sweet mashed potatoes. Both dishes were superb. I preferred the crab but my wife raved about the duck. For dessert we shared the chocolate mousse topped with hazelnut and chocolate nibs. It was on the richer and thicker side of mousses. Early a pate! There was one gender neutral restroom. Service was very polite and knowledgeable.

Sublimely cozy, beautiful antique ambiance and warmly greeted. The food is innovative and delicious. The only miss was the coffee, which was surprising bitter and coarse, given that we'd found good coffee many other places. Other than that, this place was one of my very favorite dining experiences in the city.

Lovely small and rustic restaurant in Old Montreal featuring good cocktails and an excellent menu. I ordered the short ribs and a nice burgundy, which were fabulous together. The short ribs just melt in your mouth. My friend ordered the salmon, which she also enjoyed. The service was excellent and no one rushed us. We loved the stone walls and old school chandeliers with funky modern art pieces among a mounted boar's head. Foodies will be happy here.

Very good food in a beautiful, sexy room with friendly and efficient waiters. Their cocktails are great too. The dinners are super pricey though, even for Vieux Montreal- and the portions are quite small. Their paella, for example (really more like a risotto) had one prawn and one scallop. C'mon. (French for- "are you kidding me.") Still with the location and ambience, the crowds come, but would it kill them to add more lettuce to the salads, and to add that extra prawn to the paella?

I've been meaning to pen down this review for a while now, and it's finally time to give Barroco the credit it truly deserves. During my three-month escapade in Montreal, where I delved into countless experiences, Barocco managed to etch its mark in my memory as an unforgettable culinary haven. The cozy and inviting ambiance of Barocco immediately caught my attention, creating an instant connection that made me feel right at home. It's the kind of place that exudes an ineffable charm, luring you in with its quaintness and ensuring your comfort from the very moment you step inside. Of course, the fusion of French and Spanish cuisine is what initially piqued my interest and led me to this hidden gem. As I reminisce, the specifics of every dish I savored might be a bit hazy, but what remains crystal clear is the unparalleled experience I had that evening. Each bite was a revelation, a burst of flavors that harmoniously danced on my taste buds, leaving an indelible mark. The fact that Barocco managed to leave such a lasting impression despite my imperfect memory speaks volumes about the quality of the dining experience. It's a testament to their dedication and mastery, turning what could have been mere dishes into a symphony of taste and delight ! As I jot down these words, I realize that Barocco has secured a spot on my personal map of Montreal. The restaurant's exceptional offering, combined with its warm ambiance, has left an imprint that guarantees my return visit.

Fabulous restaurant...food service and ambiance above and beyond. Had the short ribs. They were delicious. The pork special was also amazing.

They are amazing! 1. Reservation: necessary 2. Food: delicious, small portions pasta - delicious salad - mouthwateringly delicious, the best 3. Price: expensive 4. Service: friendly and nice 5. Drinks: amazing! See pictures, they are great!

The food is impeccable. Every dish was delicious, great aroma, and presentation. However, the price is definitely on the high side. We got 3 main entrees to share between 2 people, and each entree was between $80-90. The total came out to be $250 USD after tip and tax, which was a bit high given the portion sizes of the mains were much smaller than I expected. I was tempted to order more, but decided against it because everything on the menu seemed really over-priced. A couple other things that didn't factor into the rating: We didn't get bread for the table, which was a first for a $$$$ restaurant, and I was also sad that they don't serve the beef wellington anymore, which was the main reason I had wanted to come here.

We were on a quick trip to Montreal and Quebec, and visited two restaurants in Montreal. We were so grateful to have chosen Barraco! We had an exceptional experience with delicious food and incredible attention to service. The ambience of the restaurant is second to none! So warm and inviting, and on this very chilly night it was exactly what we needed! We loved every portion of our meal, and our server was very knowledgeable regarding wines and pairings. We were even treated to a special dessert. So grateful for this exceptional experience, thank you... We will be back!!!

Amazing hybrid British and Spanish cuisine in a cozy and bustling space with some eclectic touches. The paella is very solid with fresh seafood and spicy chorizo. The beef Wellington is a must order - the fillet is perfectly seasoned and a nice medium rare on the inside with a flaky crust on the exterior. Even the mashed potatoes were perfection. If you have room, get an order of the homemade brioche rolls which are sprinkled with a touch of sea salt. Heads up that these dishes will take a bit longer to prepare but order some appetizers and drinks and you should be okay.

Small however cozy dining room. Love the decor. Server was very attentive and did not rush. Food was above average with an interesting menu. A bit disappointed they forget to recognize our special occasion which was included in our reservation.

The cobblestone old port is a setting that prescribes euphoric memories. This restaurant transforms this experience like a natural drug from a cacophony of slow melodic sounds and a menu that infuses French and Spanish cuisine. If you're lucky you will have the opportunity to eat here.

Mediocre food, dated atmosphere. Very disappointing. We cannot recommend. The paella was not good at all. Rice was not crispy, barely contained any seafood - basically tomato rice with a little seafood. Maybe it was an "off night".

Very amazing atmosphere!! Small street and amazing surroundings I'm restaurant. It's like a small French chalet!! Food was I would say 3 out of 5. Had oysters was very good. Drink selection many. Special was deer so you know it's fresh when specials say deer. I would recommend to have a romantic night or even if solo atmosphere won't make you feel out of place. Enjoyed very kuch

The menu is mediocre, nothing you won't find somewhere else. It's pricey only because it's in Old Montréal, small space cozy but music is loud when we are there so it is not for an intimate dinner. Service is just okay, overall not bad but for the price I would expect more.

Great ambience! Small and very quaint! Exposed kitchen for great view at the bar. Food was very good and presentation was lovely. Service good.

Great food, service and ambiance. Barroco is located on one of Montreal's most charming streets and neighbourhood. The grilled octopus is a must!

We were able to walk in and secure a table because we came early, or else you need reservations. Small dining area but very cool ambiance. The service level was outstanding. Cocktails were great as well as the short ribs entree. Highly recommend

Ambiance is great same as location and service. Is the food that really didn't meet the expectations. The amount is small which is not a big deal. But the flavour is really basic

What an experience! We did the tasting menu and it was incredible. Everything came out at the perfect time and was delicious. My friends and I couldn't decide what we thought was the best thing. The atmosphere is also great. 10/10

Great food. Great service too. We meet friends for Montreal Jazz fest every year and Barroco is a must try! We come every year and it is sure to be a great time!

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 3.5/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 3.5/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Nice little spot. Paella was good, drinks were good. Very busy, also very cosy. Took me as a walk-in though they looked pretty busy and I'm thinking a rez would have made sense. Would go back.

What a cool little restaurant! The vibe is so unique. With stone walls and a boars head over the candlelit fireplace and with only maybe 10 to 12 tables it's so intimate. The drink menu was solid and tasty from what we tried. The brioche bread was outstanding! So rich and buttery. We had the Pata negra de Bellota with pan con tomate and it was quite good. Simple outstanding flavors. For our main course, we had the Wellington for 2. Perfectly executed! They had some high dollar options like wagyu and caviar that I'd love to go back with more cash to try.

Our meal was outstanding! Started with the beef tartare and then I had short ribs. The sauce on the short ribs was fantastic!!! My husband had the beef steak which was cooked perfectly and looked delicious. Finished with the mille feuille. Small, cozy place with a charming atmosphere. Courteous and prompt service. Would eat here again in a heartbeat!!

I visited Barroco about three weeks ago while in Montreal with two of my friends. It was a Friday night and our very first night in Montreal (it was a four day trip). The restaurant is small, cozy, dark, romantic and inviting. We were sat at a corner table and our server was excellent (I wish I could remember his name). We were starving and essentially ordered the whole menu. Our selections included the following: Pata negra de Bellota (20g), pan con tomate, Pieuvre grillée, pommes de terre rattes vapeur, aïoli, paprika, Burrata du moment, Papardelle Vesuvio, burrata, and the Entrecôte AAA Angus (20oz), pommes de terre, bagna càuda, hareng fumé with the truffle butter and the chimichurri. Every last bite was delicious, but my favorites were the papardelle and the entrecôte. For dessert, we had the Crémeux au chocolat noir which was spectacular. All of the food was amazing and the service was excellent that night. This was the second best dinner of the weekend. I'm sure by now you're thinking, "if everything was so great, why only four stars?" Well, I'll tell you why... Unfortunately, I left my card at the restaurant. I suspect it fell under the table or behind the bench we were sitting on. I didn't notice immediately because we went back to our apartment after dinner. The very next morning, I noticed my card was missing. I called the restaurant several times and left a voice message. No one called me back. Then a little later I called again and got the owner on the phone and explained what happened. He said they'd look and call me if they found anything. I called again a couple of hours later and still they hadn't had a chance to look. So, in the late evening on the way to dinner at 212 Montreal, I stopped in to ask if it had been found. I was informed by the owner that the table was occupied and they couldn't bother the patrons to look for my card. That part I understood, but those patrons weren't sitting there all day, they surely had a chance to look for my card early in the day at ANY point. Anyway, I left my number with our server from the night before, thinking he'd surely let me know whether or not they found the card because he'd been so nice the night before, but NOPE! Nothing! Nada! I think it was extremely inconsiderate of the staff, especially considering I was traveling. For all they knew I may not have had another card! The customer service received as a whole was not the best at all, and left a very bad taste in my mouth.

The menu is expensive but worth the splurge if you are in the mood for seriously flavorful food.

Review of a Sunday dinner, the spot recommended to us by Eater. The place has a dark, romantic ambience and is definitely suitable for date night. Our meal began auspiciously with a good cocktail and glass of wine. La Portena's salade laitue with "trout caviar" was tasty enough, but overdressed and did not seem to merit the price. I began with the jamon- the pieces were properly sliced, and the pan con tomate was savory, but a little soggy with oil. The wait for the main courses was interminable. The server finally came to apologize, on the second round of apologies he mentioned that my steak took so long to cook because it was a "big piece of meat." La Portena's fletan (halibut) was expertly prepared, but the thin rib steak was overcooked. The "bagna cauda" potatoes that came with it were very good as was a side order of mushrooms. Getting a bill and paying, also took far too long.

My wife and I returned for a second time . I have never written two reviews of a place . This is truly one of our favorite restaurants. Sincere passion all around with the food , service , cocktails and dining experience. I could not imagine coming to Montréal and not having dinner at Barroco . Very special spot !

An amazing dining experience ! Went for the 5 courses - from grilled octopus ( exquisite !) paella , burata and short rib - all were fantastic -'and then the flaming dessert - ooh la la ! I have to say the wait staff are so super attentive and the all time favorite was that at the end of every dish brought to the table , new silverware appeared ! The ambience is lovely - a little dark inside so take your reading glasses if you need them Wine so good - definitively a culinary delight - not your every day spot but definitely super for a special occasion

While visiting Montreal for Easter weekend, we decided to have dinner at this lovely French/Spanish fusion restaurant. The service was spectacular and the food was absolutely incredible.

Sat at the bar since I was solo. Had a Moscow Mule and a single serving of their house Paella. Great food and drink. The service was on point. Very pleasant experience. I recommend this place. Phil was great at the bar

Great ambiance. Very cozy and decent service. Food was so so. Oysters on the half shell were excellent, but they were merely opened. Not a single one was detached from the shell. Guinea hen's chanterelles we're actually morels. The sauce was good, but the bird was over cooked and not flavorful. Needed lots of salt. We were given a salt shaker and a pepper mill that was empty. Sheesh!

Intimate setting, rich ambience, fresh repast, wood and stone. First, Canadian French music greeted me at the entrance and the curtains parted. A charming young lady said 'Bonjour'. In this gastronomic tale, she acted as both the main greeter and the Wizard of Oz of cocktails. First, this pairing sorceress suggested the light and savory Ostrogoth cocktail, a signature drink here, which I ordered to accompany fresh oysters from Prince Edward Island. Not only was it a fantastic combination of flavors, but also a personal, albeit perhaps eccentric, tribute to Anne with an 'e' from Green Gables. Yes that LM Montgomery series of books loved by all. Next came a pasta dish with a white sauce and slivers of shaved truffle. In a word... There is no ONE word that can righteously describe the joy when the flavor hits the tongue. Every bite was baptized by a perfect draught if orange wine. This pairing worked so well that they should just get married already! What is the key to the map of a memorable journey thrill your palette? The answer is simple. Trust your bartender. (If you get Audria, you are in very good hands).

Best paella its a mix between risotto and Spanish paella making it deliciously creamy

Excellent love this place. I visit every time I'm in Montréal. Food is outstanding along with service and a great ambiance.

Fine dining quality with generosity in flavors and portions. Wonderful selection of cocktails as well

What a wonderful evening! Such a charming and romantic setting with professional top notch service. Food excellent. However be prepared for a very expensive evening. Well worth it.

I had great hopes for this intimate establishment. But the cuisine was basic and uninspired. The grilled octopus was tasty but lacked complexity in seasoning, the smoked Guinea hen was tough even with the help of a steak knife and needed spicing to set it apart. The beef rib however was outstanding. Service was slow. Our young server was inattentive, forgot water, and spent time on his phone rather than attending to his tables. Desserts were good. The bill included an error where the wine was added on twice. There are many fine restaurants in Montreal and in the immediate vicinity, Barroco is priced on that level, but its performance failed to impress.

Stumbled upon this cute place and was pleasantly surprised by its offerings. My partner and I had a great time at the bar until he mentioned to the staff that he was hearing impaired, in which the staff mocked him as I went to the restroom. What we thought would be an amazing experience merely left a terrible taste in our mouths.

4.5/5 Oh my this place is heavenly. Every bite left me wanting to savor it. I ordered the Short Ribs and the Seafood Paella. I'm getting so hungry for it by writing this review. Short Ribs: These melt in your mouth. And it splits apart so beautifully and easily. One problem though, and I think this happened because I shared the dish, is that my half of the short rib had a higher concentration of fat. Note to self. If you are eating this dish, either split it up better or have it all for yourself! Haha. These Short Ribs have soooooo much flavor. I was using the bread to soak up some of the rich sauce. I really love the mashed potatoes (I think that was the side?), they have a really great rich mushroom taste to it I loved. One thing I should do for next time is to eat more of horseradish dollop they put on the dish. Never really ate straight up horseradish so I was a little confused about what to do with it. Now I realize, it is probably to cut and give some contrast to the very strong flavors of the dish. Maybe should order a salad or something to go with this in the future. Anyways overall. Wow. Just wow. Seafood Paella: I love Paella so much. One of my favorite dishes, and I try to cook it at home time to time. Not sure whether it was saffron I tasted, but I love that rich flavor in the Paella and they definitely didn't skip out on this quality ingredient. I personally would want a little more to the rice for another fun component to it. Maybe some crispiness? That would be a fun texture comparison to the seafood and sausage. The toppings on rice was just so good. I've never had a scallop served in that way before that was so good. A lot of beautiful flavors in the seafood, I just wish that there were more textures involved (maybe charred calamari? idk). The sausage was one of my favorite points of the dish. So rich and slighlty crispy and goes wonderfully with the rice. Overall: Great dish. I love it, but for my personal tastes there needs to be more contrasts of texture. Waiter: Really happy that the waiter recommended a good wine to go with the Short Ribs. It was a really good unique blend of flavors that I thought went well with both dishes I shared. Environment: I like the playful but elegant atmosphere that went along with the space. Fun plates on the wall. Taxidermy head bust wearing a baseball hat. Beautiful bar. Interesting center pieces that has an interesting progression of themes that ends at a really saturated rainbow fish on the top. A big bite out of one of the walls. I can tell there was thought put into the atmosphere of Barroco. My only complaint is that the music is slightly too loud (noticed that the pauses between songs resulted in the voice levels of the room lowering). And that the tables are a little too close together (but I guess that is just the tradeoff of having a small restaurant). Conclusion: Definitely worth a visit. Beautiful and bold. Fun and Elegant. Lots of fun combinations. Is it possible for it to be /even better/? -Anna, the lover of good food

Enjoyed my dinner here. Great ambiance, food, wine. If I'm ever back in Montreal I'll happily eat here again.

Great ambience, we sat at the bar because it was all booked. Pretty tight but happy to get in. Spectacular food. We enjoyed every bite.

Went there last night for a company dinner. I must say that the bill certainly wasn't cheap! We started with cocktails and beers...great selection of cocktails which all looKed and tasted great! For cocktails , they use big blocks of ice so you are not getting much out of your glass but presentation is 5*. The food was also pretty good but not a single fish really stood out. I had ordered the paella which is one of the house the signature dish. The portion for 2 was $75 and for one was $45. It was good but wouldn't say the most authentic and flavourful paella I've tasted. For that price, there was 2 scallops, 2 jumbo shrimps and a couple of squid of calamari in the bowl. I thought they were a bit cheap on the seafood for the price but given that it is in the old port, everything is overpriced! Désserts were ok but not amazing either. I'm giving this 4* because it was good and service was also good but I would say you have better options elsewhere for cheaper.

I came here for girls night out dinner, and the ambiance was to die for, loved the pasta is was so delicious and filling. The salmon was also very well cool and paired nicely with the other garnishes, though not very appealing as there was no colour contrast. decent variety on wine.

We decided to celebrate 5 year anniversary as well as my mothers birthday here and we deeply regretted it. The food was okay. Not good not terrible just there. The service was disappointing. The waitress didn't really check in on us, another male waiter spilt our expensive champagne on my boyfriends jacket and cell phone. Made no effort to clean it up and his apology was dismissive and insincere. We thought he would offer to replace the spilt champagne and he did not. I notified the restaurant of the special occasions we were celebrating and no effort was made, even when we ordered dessert, not even a candle. It was one of the most disappointing experiences. To top it off the bill was $600+ and we left hungry, unsatisfied and with a bill for a wet (now not working iPhone) and a dry cleaners bill for the jacket they ruined. 0/10 would not recommend.

I was really excited about this restaurant based on the reviews but unfortunately we had a really disappointing experience at Barroco tonight. We showed up a few minutes early to our 7PM reservation and were told that our table wasn't ready yet, which was fine so we went to the bar to order a drink. The bartender was really nice and made my husband's cocktail and my mocktail (I'm pregnant). Around 7:15 we were seated at our table. Our waiter, Charles, came by after 10 or so minutes and didn't introduce himself but just asked if we knew what the specials that night were... which was weird. He told us the specials and we placed our order: 4 deviled eggs, the octopus appetizer, I ordered the white truffle spaghetti special and my husband ordered the short rib with their foie gras/truffle sauce (also a special that night). Right before our appetizers came out, our waiter came back to tell my husband that they had run out of the short rib sauce that he ordered (the special that evening) but that he put in the order with their traditional sauce. My husband asked if he could change his order since they ran out of the special sauce he wanted and he said no and that it was too late to adjust his order... which was annoying considering they ran out of what my husband wanted and the waiter just placed an order for him assuming he would want that instead... but we let it go and our appetizers came, they were fine. Not amazing but not bad either. After the appetizers we proceeded to wait a whole hour for our dinner... and we barely saw our waiter during that time other than me flagging him down so my husband could order a class of wine. Apparently they were out of the wine he ordered and the waiter brought him a completely different kind of wine. We are pretty easy-going so my husband said that was fine. After waiting an hour for our meal, the table next to us that was seated 30 minutes after us got their main course and I decided we needed to find our waiter and ask him what was going on. We were trying to get our waiter's attention but he was taking shots with another table across the restaurant and we didn't get him over to our table until 8:35. We explained we had waited an hour since we finished our appetizers and our food still wasn't here and that we had tickets to a show at 9PM (the show was a 5 minute walk away but we were cutting it close at this point). He said he would check on our food. He came back 10 minutes later and said the chef lost our ticket but my husband's short rib would be out in 1 minute and my spaghetti would be out in 2 minutes. We said okay and we would just eat really fast and asked him to go ahead and close us out. My husband's food came 10 minutes later and I ended up having to go find our waiter and ask him to refund my meal because I couldn't eat my food in 3 minutes. He said okay and then we left. My husband and I are usually pretty laid back but I don't think we received an apology and they didn't offer to comp anything for us even after all of these mistakes they made, ultimately ruining our dinner and we still paid around $300, which is crazy. Overall, this was a really disappointing experience and the restaurant didn't take accountability for all the mistakes they made and I left hungry. There are so many great restaurants in Montreal, I wouldn't waste your time/money on a disappointing experience at this restaurant.

Incredible. Easily reserved a Sunday night dinner with 3 other friends, and our overall experience was amazing. My only disclaimer is that you should come here prepared to drop a pretty penny (especially if you're having wine). We had the Paella, beef short rib, beef Wellington (SO good but it was also $89), a salad, and some small apps. Favourite was definitely either the short rib or the beef Wellington. Ambiance, as you can probably tell from the other reviews, was cozy, rustic, and completely fitting of a restaurant sitting in the middle of old Montreal. It was actually kind of romantic. I would definitely go here for a date night. Recommend!

Excellent! I found Barroco on Yelp while in Montreal and decided to give it a try. The bartender at my hotel also said it had a good reputation. I liked the atmosphere when I entered. The hostess told me I could have a bar seat up until a certain time. I heard her tell others a similar limit for a table. It was a bit weird at first but It was plenty of time for me to have a glass of wine and eat dinner. The menu had some nice choices. I went with the duck dish which was served with some celery root chips and a celery root puree (I think) :) along with some black mushrooms which were excellent. I ordered a side of garlic rapini which was very similar, if not the same as, broccoli rabe. Very good to round out the main dish with a green. The service was excellent. Prompt, attentive and very nice people. The bartender also made what looked like very interesting cocktails for others at the bar. Good music in the background too. It's in the Old Montreal part of town so it makes for a very European-feel walk before or after. Nice.