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| - I can't believe this place hasn't been reviewed yet!
This is a charming bar/pub with Portuguese flair. They serve local beers, imported wines, and cook up AMAZING chicken dishes (skip the pork souvlaki- this is not a Greek neighborhood, it's little Portugal).
La Cabane is really an unassuming gem. We were met by a rugged bartender/waiter, a comprehensive menu and specials board, and a great bluesy-rock playlist on a Monday night. This was enough to stay and eat; the food we devoured was good enough to go back if we're ever in Montreal again. in addition, I truly enjoyed the spotlight lighting they added to highlight what I'm assuming are the owner's favorite things: the specials board, the beer-brand wall-art, and the collection of Portuguese clay pots on the walls. Montreal is lucky to have a place like this with such personality.
Here's how we found it on a recent trip to Montreal:
It's a little embarrassing, but we followed other reviews up to this neighborhood for Rotisserie Romados and were deterred by a few things (lack of seats, stained ceiling tiles, and an all-male clientele that looked a bit perverse eating their chicken). After all this time searching for unique places to eat, I probably should feel slightly ashamed that I didn't just stick to the plan and enjoy the raved about food, but we fled from Rue Rachel to Blvd St. Laurent... and I'm so glad we did.
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