Amalia Montreal is a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Westmount, bringing the vibrant flavors and warm hospitality of a Portuguese inspired cuisine to Montreal.
Overall, reviews paint Amalia as a warm, cozy and stylish spot with a genuine Portuguese vibe where the food and drinks frequently impress and the ambiance is a standout. Dishes such as piri piri chicken, octopus, gnocchi, crudo de pétoncles, paella and bacalhau croquettes are commonly mentioned, with nata and inventive cocktails and espresso martinis noted as memorable touches. Service is described as attentive and friendly, helping create a welcoming atmosphere, though a few visits mention slower pacing or timing issues; the staff are generally praised for recommendations and care. The multilevel space, tasteful decor and balanced music are repeatedly cited as ideal for dates, celebrations or casual dinners, and many reviewers say they will return, sometimes to try the sister venue or to further the experience. In sum, Amalia is viewed as a standout Portuguese dining option with bold flavors, generous portions and a lively yet comfortable vibe, delivering a memorable night out despite occasional inconsistencies.
We sat down at 6:30pm. Only got bread at 7:30pm. When we finally got our appetizer, the scallop crudo, it was 1 scallop thinly sliced for $28. overall the food was OK but the service was not good.. Over 3 hours waiting is a bit much.
Food & service overall very good! Minor things like calamari being too salty, lighting too dim, a bit drafty, & lack of cutlery provided when having to share the plates at the full-course dinner group reservation However, recommend to try out for sure.
Dec 6, 2025
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What an incredible venue! The food was fantastic, the place was comfortable & beautiful & last but not least the service was A1! I celebrated my birthday & it did not dissappoint. I totally recommend Amalia
I went for a business lunch meeting & it was the perfect vibe!
Food & service was really spot on. I ended up calling my girls to end the night with drinks & more tapas!
Also, shoutout the co owner Desmond who took care of us✨
Coming back for sure!
Tony our server was fantastic! He went above & beyond his regular duties. One of the guests lost their cellphone & he did every thing to retrieve it & still managed to give us exceptional service as we were running late for our concert.
The food & drinks were amazing! Best espresso martini I've ever had!!
Definitely be back next time we are visiting Montreal.
J'adore le Amalia! L'ambiance est vraiment accueillante & chaleureuse. Le service & la nourriture font que c'est une expérience parfaite! 10/10 à bientôt!
Sérieusement délicieux! C'est un plaisir à découvrir, frais, savoureux, innovateurs, j'ai rarement eu autant de plaisir à manger, savourer mon repas. Une équipe hors pair, du service, de la découverte culinaire, du talent des chefs... & le petit digestif, pousse café... Rien est laissé au hasard. 💖
Super belle ambiance, belle vibe, fraîcheur des aliments au rendez-vous & personnel extra sympathique & attentionné. À noter que stationnement n'est pas un enjeu & que c'est facilement accessible. En passant, ils ont les meilleures frites maison!
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!
I've dined at this restaurant several times & usually enjoyed it. But on my last visit, the food took nearly an hour to arrive, & when it finally did, it was served cold.
