This is by far one of the best overall restaurants in Montreal. I have been going here for well over 10 years. It never disappoints, the decor is welcoming, warm, with an understated sophistication. The staff is always great at guiding you through the menu and making great suggestions,r always there when you need them and have been well trained in the art of anticipating the needs of their guests. The sommelier Victor is my go to person, every time we go we love to say hello and let him choose the perfect wine. I have been there many times with various friends, each with their own expectations and everyone without fail has come away happy to have discovered this gem. Some of the standout dishes are the Quail, the sardines and anything from the sea. The menu changes regularly as per the seasons and they usually have a great specials menu, the cost is on the upper range but definatly well worth the price, the wines are as varied in cost but with Victors guidance you can usually find something in your budget.
Older post from my blog:
Ok this one has been tooted as one of the top 10 Portuguese restaurants in North America...it is said that people fly into Montreal all the time just to have supper here. They have an alltimehandsdownfavorite dish ....Grilled Sardines!! We recently tried there mixed seafood plate and got kudos all the way around...it can be pricey and a reservation should be made but if you feel like adventure....go for it. Adding the beef cheeks, new to the 2006 menu just because it is really good so if you have a non seafood eater in the group...tell them not to fear