Aldea, it is a traditional cuisine inspired by our Portuguese villages that invites you to sharing and conviviality. It is the small village of Portugal, in the heart of the Plateau Mont-Royal.
Aldea consistently delivers authentic Portuguese flavors with fresh seafood, tender octopus, mussels, bacalhau and a seafood platter that showcases quality ingredients. Service is repeatedly described as attentive, warm and professional, making guests feel welcome whether at a small table or a larger gathering. The atmosphere is noted as cozy and family run with a lively yet refined setting that often feels like a brief trip to Portugal. Value is praised with generous portions and reasonable prices alongside a well curated wine selection. Conversations reflect consistency across visits, with meals arriving well plated and served at the right temperature. Many reviewers highlight the menu variety from tapas to main courses and the chef's ability to tailor dishes to guests. Occasions are celebrated here and recommendations to friends and visitors come naturally, underscoring Aldea as a go to dining experience. All in all the dining experience blends traditional Portuguese cuisine with modern touches, earning high marks for food, service and ambiance.
An amazing Portuguese restaurant. Lovely staff & delicious food. They did not have any chicken or veg options for me so i was gonna eat soup but they offered to make special meal for me & i loved it. dessert & wine were really good too!
We've been coming here shortly thereafter they opened.
We've never left disappointed.
From the service to the food & wine selection! Authentic Portuguese food at its refined finest.
You will be wondering why you haven't come here before!
Our new favourite place. Family run business with dedicated people. Food is excellent & great Portuguese wine selection. Very friendly & nice ambiance.
We are in Montreal for the Fringe. We enjoyed a delicious meal at Aldea. I had the morue & my partner had the grilled sea bass. We thought the moules appetizer was so good we slurped the last of the broth with the Portuguese bread. The service was very friendly & answered our questions about the menu & choosing a wine. It was a beautiful summer evening to savor the food & company.
Jun 9, 2025
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My husband & I had the most marvelous dinner at Aldea this week! The caldo verde to start & my dorado fish was sublime. Husband had the small steak with those gorgeous little potatoes & carrots. All accompanied by a liter of Portuguese wine. Dessert of flan (my favorite!) was wonderful. As someone who longs to return to Portugal, I felt like I was in Lisbon or Porto with perfectly prepared food, attentive & friendly service. I found the restaurant online but two different people we met in Montreal while we were on vacation both RAVED about Aldea so I felt like we had made a good choice. & boy did we!
Recently had lunch with business associates, atmosphere & ambiance was fantastic not at all snooty or pretentious. Food was fantastic, we shared a couples of mixed Petiscos I had Cod fish cakes which I have to say are better than those in Portugal. Main dish was fish of the day which was cooked on grill to perfection. Wine selection by our waiter Luis was perfect match.
Overall a great experience & a must do again soon
Highly recommended if you want to have all your senses engaged in great food & wine at a reasonable price.
