Amalia Montréal est un joyau culinaire niché au cœur de Westmount, qui apporte à Montréal les saveurs vibrantes et l'hospitalité chaleureuse d'une cuisine d'inspiration portugaise.
Amalia Montreal se présente comme un restaurant chaleureux et vibrant où les plats généreux et savoureux, l'ambiance et l'accueil sont largement salués, avec des options comme le piri piri chicken, les croquettes de bacalhau, la paella et le poulpe qui séduisent autant les amateurs de fruits de mer que les amateurs de viande. L'ambiance est décrite comme intime et chic, avec une disposition à niveaux multiples et une décoration qui mêle touches modernes et classiques, en faisant un choix solide pour un rendez-vous, une soirée entre amis ou une sortie animée. Le service est souvent loué pour sa convivialité et son attention, même si certains avis mentionnent des délais plus longs lors des soirées occupées et quelques incohérences dans le service. Les cocktails et les desserts obtiennent aussi de bons retours, en particulier les espresso martinis et les desserts bien équilibrés. Dans l'ensemble, Amalia Montreal est vue comme une option incontournable pour une expérience culinaire dynamique avec des portions généreuses et des saveurs mémorables, un endroit qui donne envie de revenir.
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.
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!
26 avr. 2026
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Note: this is NOT an authentic Portuguese restaurant, it is an INSPIRED by Portuguese cuisine. First, the service was excellent. The ambience & decor was beautiful. Subtle music that adds a nice touch. The dishes were okay but not wow. The octopus was a little overcooked & had a'burnt' after taste. The lamb chops are small portions & unfortunately, over cooked. They came on a bed of purée sweet potatoes.The New York striploin was actually very good & very tender (medium). The cost for two people will run you about $100 per person. Overall the experience was 3.5/5
Nice restaurant vibe. The cocktails were nice, good service. The octopus & scallops carpaccio were the stars, very nicely presented & the flavor was outstanding. Moules were well prepared & very seasoned, steak with the amount of butter was delicious. Good amount per serving
We celebrated my hubby's birthday, ambiance very authentic & cozy. Staff very friendly, we shared the octopus for appetizer which was perfectly grilled. Main meals were delicious & the peach cobbler to die for. We recommend this Portuguese restaurant!
This spot definitely knows how to set the mood - beautifully decorated, cozy yet stylish, & with music that's lively but not blasting your eardrums 🎶. The multilevel design adds a nice dimension to the place, making it feel vibrant & open.
🍹 Cocktails: Absolutely lovely! Creative, well-balanced, & a real highlight of the evening. Our waitress was a star 🌟 - super friendly, knew the menu inside out, & guided us like a pro.
🍽? Food:
• The seafood options are the real heroes here 🐟🦑 - fresh, tender, & cooked with skill.
• The steak? 👌 Juicy, flavorful, & definitely the standout among the mains.
• The asparagus salad 🥗 was crisp & refreshing, while the burrata melted in the mouth - creamy perfection!
• The grilled octopus had the right texture but sadly lacked the seasoning punch it deserved.
• The roasted chicken… oh dear 😬 - dry, plain, & crying out for a sauce. Hard to love without it.
• The gnocchi was tasty but… $40 for a tiny portion? That's a chef's kiss in the wrong way 💸👎.
? Service: The staff were hustling hard & clearly giving it their all 💪, but the kitchen speed just couldn't keep up. I spent more time waiting for plates than enjoying them - & that's not the balance you want.
💰 Price vs. Experience: For the bill we paid, I expected fireworks 🎇. Instead, it was more like a sparkler - pretty in moments, but fizzled too soon.
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👉 Overall: A restaurant with charm, strong cocktails, & great seafood - but the inconsistency & slow service mean it doesn't quite justify the price. Still, with a few chef-level tweaks 👨?🍳🔪, it could shine much brighter.
The waitstaff were very hardworking, but unfortunately that didn't make up for the slow service. The food also didn't live up to the price. The roasted chicken was dry & plain - without any sauce, it was hard to eat. The gnocchi was $40 for a small portion. The steak was actually quite good, much better than the other two mains. The asparagus salad was fresh, & the grilled octopus was tender but lacked flavor. Burrata was good as well. However, my wait time was significantly longer than the time I spent eating, even though the restaurant was busy but not full.
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Got to check their other spot out recently & it was excellent! This one is just as great, & the variety is outstanding. The menu isn't overwhelming, but still incredibly diverse. Phenomenal date night spot. & that octopus salad… it's SERIOUS.
We had a truly wonderful evening at Amalia. From start to finish, the experience was warm, festive, & delicious. We were in great company with Desmond & Théo, who helped make the evening even more special.
The food was outstanding. The Piri Piri chicken was tender, flavorful, & cooked to perfection. I highly recommend starting with the fried gnocchi - absolutely addictive - & the octopus salad, which was fresh & beautifully balanced.
The wine pairings were thoughtfully selected & complemented the meal wonderfully. Feeling festive, we also indulged in a few cocktails, all crafted with care & expertise - true to the art of mixology.
Amalia is a fantastic spot in Montreal for anyone looking for excellent food, great drinks, & a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommended!
We had an incredible dining experience at this Portuguese restaurant, where everything from the appetizers to the cocktails exceeded our expectations.
To start, the appetizers were simply outstanding. The asparagus salad was fresh & flavorful, the roasted eggplant had the perfect smoky depth, & the burrata was creamy & indulgent-each dish was beautifully prepared & packed with flavor.
For the main course, we shared a spectacular meat platter that was a true showcase of Portuguese flavors. The combination of juicy steak, beef chorizo, succulent shrimp, perfectly grilled octopus, & spicy, flavorful chicken made for a memorable meal. Every bite was cooked to perfection, with bold, well-balanced seasoning that kept us coming back for more.
The service was just as remarkable as the food. The waitstaff was attentive, knowledgeable, & genuinely warm, enhancing our experience with their hospitality. The cocktail menu was also a highlight, offering a fantastic selection that complemented our meal beautifully.
Overall, this restaurant delivered an unforgettable dining experience, & we'll definitely be returning for another taste of their amazing Portuguese cuisine. Highly recommended!
I went to Amália for my birthday, what a lovely discovery. Everything was perfect. We had the octopus carpaccio & fried calamaries as appetizer & the grilled plate for main. It was more than enough for 5 people that actually can eat & sooooo delicious. For dessert.. Fried oreo, pastei de nata & ice cream.. 10/10!! Definitely will go back
