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.
Really delicious plates, good portions & well seasoned. The service is attentive. Unfortunately, for the price you pay, I would expect to be seated more comfortably. The tables are squeezed together, so you're almost part of the conversation at the neighbour's table. To get up to go to the restroom is a hassle & there's only a narrow walkway that you share with the fast walking servers. You have to be careful not to bump into them or the tables on your route. I felt like I was in the Cirque du Soleil.
Our experience was just excellent!!!!! The ingredients were so fresh & the food was delicious! We also had the oysters (ask the server if they have)they were perfect!!. The best Portuguese restaurant in Montreal without a doubt!!
Nov 25, 2023
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We had a wonderful time at Aldea. LOUIS gave us a great service. We tried several items & we loved them all! Highly recommend fried Octopus, calamari, filet mignon & Shrimp skewer, fish of the day, & veal chops. For dessert we loved the passion fruits the most.
Ce resto est divin! J'y suis retourné pour ma fête! Je prend le steak sur la plaque. C'est incroyable! Vous contrôlez vous même la cuisson de chaque bouchée. Ma conjointe a choisi le carreau d'agneau, excellent!!!
Nourriture très ordinaire pour un montresl à table j'ai été déçu , salade beaucoup trop de vinaigrette , les moules goûtaient rien & trop liquide , & un filet mignon avec patate pilée yack & sauce très ordinaire , c'était bon mais pas plus , ça valait pas le prix , dommage car le service était très bien
Nov 11, 2023
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Il y a quelques années, moi & mon épouse avions vu une émission de L'Épicerie où ils avaient été chez Aldea, entre autres restos. Nous nous étions promis d'y aller. Puis ce fut la pandémie. Heureusement ce petit bijou a survécu à la pandémie. Nous nous sommes enfin décidé hier soir à y aller & ma mère en était. Le charme du resto est indéniable & les serveurs sont dévoués & très agréables. Pour ce qui est des plats c'est un sans faute total! Nous avons pris des accras en entrée, mon épouse a opté pour la côte de veau & moi & ma mère nous avons pris le fabuleux plat de grillades de la mer qui est fait pour 2. Moi qui suis plutôt gourmand j'en ai eu à mon goût & quel délice! Nous avons tous pris l'excellente crème caramel pour dessert. Mention de ma mère pour leur bon café. En tout points c'était incroyable. À coup sûr que ce restaurant vaut le détour & que nous y reviendrons!
