Amalia Montreal is a distinguished Portuguese restaurant specializing in the vibrant flavors of the Iberian Peninsula. The establishment is renowned for its expertly prepared seafood and fish dishes, showcasing the freshest catches prepared with authentic Portuguese techniques. Patrons can also savor succulent rotisserie offerings, a testament to traditional cooking methods that impart rich, smoky flavors. The culinary team crafts each plate with precision, highlighting the natural quality of the ingredients in every bite. This approach ensures a deeply satisfying and authentic dining experience focused on the heart of Portuguese cuisine.
Amalia is widely celebrated for its cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it a popular destination for both intimate dates and group celebrations. Diners frequently praise the exceptional service, often highlighting the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff who help create a welcoming environment. While the menu earns high marks for its delicious seafood, steak, and varied tapas, opinions on specific dishes like the Piri Piri chicken and grilled octopus are sometimes mixed, with occasional reports of inconsistency in preparation or timing. Despite these rare critiques regarding kitchen speed or dish execution, the majority of guests report memorable experiences, frequently mentioning the high quality of the cocktails and the thoughtful presentation of the food as key highlights that encourage them to return.
We ordered the grilled meat assortment for 2 at 155$. After waiting for over an hour for our dish, the octopus was inedible/rubbery due to being over cooked. The piri-piri chicken was also dry & served cold. The steak was well cooked, but hadn't rested, such that the blood was dripping of the table & onto the floor. A waiter had to come clean it up. The sauce was like water. When we mentioned this to our waiter, they said they'd bring it up with the manager who didn't come see us & rather offered us a glass of port. We refused & left. We were so disappointed with our experience because this restaurant looked promising & the menu appealing. The poorly executed grilled meat assortment & the lack of service are the reason we cannot recommend this place.
My experince here was really great the food was amazing fresh & Peri-Peri chicken was delightful.The wine was amazing & smooth. The peach cobbler was fantastic & so yummy & delicious. I definitely coming back for sure with the rest of my family.
Apr 27, 2026
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Brought our daughters for their respective birthdays. The grilled octopus & croquettes of cod amazing. The Piri Piri chicken, lamb chops & steak tartare delicious. First time here & very memorable meal. Great job & success to this place. Beautiful decor as well. All was made better by the attentive service by Lea. Wonderful night overall!
Loved our night at Amalia. It was a busy night, but Mary Lou was a star, attentive with a really natural, easy communication style that made everything feel smooth & fun.
Food was good overall, some hits & some misses, but for a Portuguese spot the piri piri chicken & bacalhau croquettes really stood out. Intimate, beautifully designed space, perfect for a date or special night out.
With Valentine's Day coming in, this is the perfect date night spot! Amazing food, service, great vibes. ✨
The bacalhau croquettes, chicken wings, & the mixed grill (offered for 2 or 4) were all beyond perfect; beautiful presentation, plenty of food (ordered with fries), & all meats/seafood cooked to perfection.
Bonus: The espresso martinis made with pastel de nata cream was easily the best espresso martini I've ever had, & dessert was perfectly balanced with them.
Great vibes, wonderful service, great music… already counting down until our next visit! 😍
went with my better half & her mom. We walked in & the place was really quiet… then a young lady & young man appeared & asked if we had reservations the answer was yes & we were seated. First impression was oh boy… then we were asked if we were Super Bowl fans & then it dawned on us that it was quiet because of that. We got menus & selected some drinks they arrived bang on super tasty the menu was simple & everything looked fantastic we ordered appetizers & again were blown away. The music was playing in the background nice boss nova versions of classic songs had me toe tapping in no time! Then we ordered food. I had the steak & the table had the chicken & gnocchi again totally floored with how good the food was & how impeccable the service was. The duo that was working made sure the table was well taken care of from water to follow up visits to general pleasant conversation. I can't wait to go there again & get a real feel for the vibe of the place when it's packed!! Lia thank you for your excellent service, professionalism & honesty!!
Very disappointing evening. The Branzino was supposed to be deboned at the table. The poor waiter had no idea what he was doing & massacred the fish. It was sad to watch. We had to pick the bones out of the mashed up fish. It was served with a tasty butternut squash puree which unfortunately was cold as was the asparagus. Also ordered at our table were the mussels which my husband enjoyed, another friend had the chicken & the comment was that it was dry & another friend had the lamb chops which he enjoyed.
All in all not an enjoyable evening consensus is we won't be coming back
Great vibe, with a beautiful, cozy ambience. Lea, our server, doted on us, warmly chatting with us & educating about the drink ingredients & desserts, etc.
The chicken on the salad I chose was outstanding (an incredible char/smoke flavour); the dressing was superb; the portion very generous.
The drink, a purple haze, was so yummy, as was my companion's drink, a variation of an espresso martini.
Can't wait to return again for a full meal.
We were there for a light lunch & a couple of cocktails after a rough morning & were absolutely charmed & doted upon by our lovely waitress Lea. The chicken was perfectly cooked & to die for, the drinks were delicious; flavourful without being too sweet or too strong. Truly a gem of a place!
