Best Portuguese Restaurants in Mile-End (2026) - Reviews & Menus

L'étoile de L'Océan - Portuguese Restaurants in Mile-End

L'étoile de L'Océan

Opens Today at 5 pm

(28)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End

Portuguese Tapas Grill Seafood/Fish Gluten-free Options

Review Summary

L'étoile de L'Océan presents a warm and inviting ambiance with staff who go above and beyond through personalized service that makes guests feel special. The menu is authentic, flavorful, and beautifully presented, with the signature Bacalao standing out as a highlight. A complimentary dessert adds a cherry on top of the celebration, enhancing special occasions. The space is welcoming and comfortable, encouraging memorable visits. This spot comes highly recommended for any special occasion.View restaurant profile

Viva Restaurant + Bar - Portuguese Restaurants in Mile-End

Viva Restaurant + Bar

Opens Today at 5 pm

(239)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End

Italian Portuguese Seafood/Fish Pizza Pasta Grill

Mentioned in: The Best Portuguese Restaurants in Montreal Burrata: The Fanciest Cheese and Where to Taste it in Montreal View More

Review Summary

Viva Restaurant + Bar delivers a warm welcoming atmosphere with flavorful Mediterranean influenced fare, seafood and great pizzas cooked in a wood oven. Across visits the team provides attentive service and a friendly vibe that makes meals feel special, whether celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy evening. The menu shines with homemade pasta, fresh seafood, flavorful risottos, and crowd pleasing pizzas, with many guests noting that the pizza is among the best they have had and that dishes are prepared with care and love by the kitchen. The setting in the heart of the Portuguese neighborhood adds charm and a vibrant ambiance, making it a go to spot for a comforting yet refined dining experience. Guests note impressive presentations, generous portions and good value, with several highlighting Bacalhau dishes, risotto and tiramisu as standouts. Overall Viva Restaurant + Bar offers a consistently satisfying mix of great food, hearty portions and friendly service in a lively inviting space.View restaurant profile

Marché SA et Fils

Open until 6 pm

(6)

Mile-End

Brazilian Portuguese Sandwiches Charcuterie

Bar Henrietta

Opens Today at 4 pm

(370)

Mile-End

Portuguese Mediterranean Tartare

Mentioned in: Best Solo Dining in Montreal: Top Restaurants for Eating Alone Where to Eat, Drink, and Cheer in Montreal's Mile End View More

Review Summary

Bar Henrietta is a chic and vibrant Montreal spot where cocktails and sharing plates are highly praised, with a strong wine program and a lively atmosphere that can feel crowded at times. The food is flavorful and varied, featuring items like burrata, octopus, scallops, ceviche and piri piri chicken, and the popcorn is a popular highlight for many guests. The vibe is warm and welcoming, the terrace is often described as beautiful, and the overall mood works well for a first date or a night out with friends. Noise levels can be loud and conversation may be difficult when the place is busy. Service is friendly and attentive on many visits but can slow during peak hours, and some patrons report long waits for drinks. The space feels intimate yet compact, with some tables sharing space when crowded and no reservations available in many cases. Overall Bar Henrietta is a popular choice for good value cocktails and tasty small plates with a vibrant atmosphere, though experiences vary with noise and service speed.View restaurant profile

Smile Chez Clara

Opens Tuesday at 11 am

(10)

Mile-End, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Portuguese Grill Tapas BBQ Rotisserie Sandwiches

Review Summary

Smile Chez Clara receives mixed feedback: the chorizo sandwich and the salad are praised, and the service is described as adorable, with plans to return to try other dishes. However, the value for money is disappointing as prices have risen again, and some staff attitudes during ordering and receiving are noted as unfriendly, which dampens the desire to return.View restaurant profile

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Cafe Fernanda

Open until 6 pm

(118)

Mile-End, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Café Desserts & Sweets Portuguese Sandwiches

Mentioned in: Where to Eat, Drink, and Cheer in Montreal's Mile End

Review Summary

Cafe Fernanda comes across as a welcoming neighborhood spot in Mile End with a cozy, European inspired vibe and a warm host. The coffee program features robust espressos, creamy cortados, bold cappuccinos, and a standout matcha, while the pastry case is famed for pasteis de nata imported from Portugal, described as flaky with a creamy center, alongside other treats and a savory grilled cheese option. The atmosphere blends quiet study space with occasional liveliness, and power outlets plus comfy seating make it a good spot to work or relax, though music volume is sometimes noted as too loud. Service is regularly praised as friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, with stories of staff going the extra mile to accommodate requests or fetch fresh bread for a grilled cheese. Decor and ambience mix rustic Portuguese charm with modern touches, creating a cozy space that invites lingering and conversation. Some reviews mention minor inconsistencies such as drinks arriving lukewarm or certain pastries not meeting expectations, but the overall impression remains a charming cafe experience with top notch natas and solid coffee.View restaurant profile

Mile End Grilladerie Portugaise

Opens Today at 2:30 pm

(127)

Mile-End, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Portuguese Grill Rotisserie BBQ Café Sandwiches

Review Summary

Reviews describe Mile End Grilladerie Portugaise as a warm, cozy spot in Mile End with a strong focus on Portuguese roast chicken and a menu that also features grilled calamari and sardines, chorizo and potatoes, all served with bread, a small salad and a secret sauce. The chicken is praised for being juicy and flavorful with a smoky grilled note, often noted as the standout dish, while the calamari and sardines are described as fresh and well prepared. Pastel de nata is highlighted as a must for dessert, warm and delicious. The atmosphere is friendly and lively, with attentive staff and a terrace adding to the inviting vibe. Reservations are recommended because it can get busy, but prices are seen as reasonable and the overall experience as consistent and satisfying, making it a reliable go to for authentic Portuguese flavors in Montreal.View restaurant profile