BarBara Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	8 am - 1 am
Tuesday	8 am - 1 am
Wednesday	8 am - 1 am
Thursday	8 am - 1 am
Friday	8 am - 1 am
Saturday	8 am - 1 am
Sunday	8 am - 1 am

Monday

8 am - 1 am

Tuesday

8 am - 1 am

Wednesday

8 am - 1 am

Thursday

8 am - 1 am

Friday

8 am - 1 am

Saturday

8 am - 1 am

Sunday

8 am - 1 am

BarBara is described as a cozy, stylish spot with a warm vibe and a popular terrace, where the focaccia, burrata, arancini, and fresh pastas earn frequent praise along with a strong wine list and attentive, friendly staff. The food is often noted as delicious and well balanced, with sharing plates that suit groups, and several reviews highlight standout items like cacio e pepe and the daily focaccia. The atmosphere is a consistent draw, described as lively and charming, sometimes a bit loud, especially on weekends or on the terrace. Service and value receive mixed notes, with many experiences praising quick, cordial service and good value, while others report slow pacing, crowded spaces, higher prices for smaller portions, and occasional miscommunications or delays during peak hours. Overall BarBara is seen as a neighborhood favorite to visit for a meal, drinks, and good vibes, with many looking forward to return, even as a few visits suggest timing and crowd control can influence the experience.

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Amy

5.0

Honestly maybe the best pasta I've ever had

Feb 3, 2024

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Minou

the restaurant is packed during weekend night. If you come in group, it's recommend to make a reservation. Delicious pasta & focaccia 😍 the food portion is adequate for the price, but wine list is higher price.

Judith

Great place! Make sure you also try their breakfast! & the evening ambiance is unique, their pasta & focaccias are delicious

Jan 14, 2024

Anizio

With time we ended up finding our favourite corners in the city, by far I can tell BarBara easily & as fast as the flash, became my favourite place. The food is simply yes! Go for it, get the appetizers (arancini & calamari ate may faves), any pasta would be a great fit to a cozy night, but don't skip the focaccia... Anyways do like me, go offer & order different food everytime. Have fun!

Nov 4, 2023

Arielle

4.0

It's a nice place to grab a drink & some pasta with friends. In the summer they have a terrasse which is nice on a beautiful day. I think the pasta is a little overpriced but it's still pretty good.

Oct 18, 2023

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