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BarBara

Saint-Henri
4.5$$
OPEN8 am - 1 am
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BarBara operates as a specialized neighborhood hub focusing on authentic Italian preparations that emphasize high-quality seasonal produce and artisanal craftsmanship. The kitchen features an evolving selection of handmade pasta and wood-fired preparations that reflect traditional techniques while utilizing local ingredients. Natural wines accompany the menu to provide a cohesive flavor profile across every course. The space functions as both a casual eatery and a boutique marketplace, offering curated pantry staples and house-made sauces for home use. Simple, minimalist interiors create a functional environment where the focus remains entirely on the integrity of the raw ingredients and the precision of the cooking process. Patrons encounter a direct, unpretentious approach to Mediterranean-inspired culinary traditions that avoids unnecessary embellishment in favor of genuine, bold tastes and textures.

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4.5784 ratings
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BarBara is widely celebrated for its inviting atmosphere, stylish decor, and exceptional focaccia, which is frequently cited as the highlight of the menu. Visitors often praise the fresh pasta, extensive wine selection, and the charming terrace, making it a popular neighborhood spot for drinks and social gatherings. While many guests enjoy the warm, hip vibe and attentive service, others note that the restaurant can become quite loud and crowded. The policy of not accepting reservations often results in long wait times, and while the quality of the food is consistently lauded, some diners have expressed concerns regarding portion sizes and occasional service inconsistencies during peak hours.
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Jackson
5.0

Had a wonderful meal at this beautiful establishment. The wine selection was vast. The beer prices inexpensive. The service very friendly but on the slow side. The food seas excellent, enjoyed the calamari & the Campanelle pasta & both were excellent. If the food came out a little quicker it would have been a perfect visit. Pricing very very reasonable for a restaurant like this

Aug 24, 2024
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Chelsea
5.0

The food was 10/10 We had focaccia with ricotta/honey, cacio pepe pasta, green bean salad & the steak. All incredible. Because they don't take reservations the wait can be SUPER long but in our case we got lucky & only waited about 20 minutes.

Aug 22, 2024
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Antonio
5.0

BEST pasta in Montreal, maybe anywhere. I highly recommend this place if you are in Montreal. Visited this place again as we were driving through Montreal & we sat outside. It started to downpour & everyone ran inside. There was not a spot for us, but the staff quickly made our food to go.

Aug 17, 2024
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Davide
5.0

Locale sito nel quartiere di st.Henri, di fronte a un parco pubblico. Ambiente aperto, degustazione,pranzo e cena di pasta,focacce italian-style. Raccomando la colazione,con un ottimo espresso e una brioches.Aperto fino a tardi,raggiungibile con metro , fermata Place st.henri,linea Orange.

Aug 4, 2024
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Irfaan
5.0

Had an excellent pasta here, service was great, but the pasta was extremely tasty & the highlight of my visit. Ingredients were very fresh. Will come again!

Jul 30, 2024
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Hani
5.0

We had the ragu pasta & the pistachio tiramisu. Both were out of this world delicious

Jul 11, 2024
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Katrina
5.0

Such a great place for a date. Nice atmosphere & drinks. Really lovely terrasse in the summer. We love the food. You must get the ricotta foccacia - it is so delicious. My partner & I generally get a few plates to share - a vegetable, a pasta dish, an entree, & the foccacia. Everything is always really tasty & the service is quite good.

Jul 1, 2024
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Jules
5.0

Excellent experience. I waited months to try & they did not disappoint. The waitress was amazing, super attentive & so nice. Food was delicious. Pasta was fresh & foccaccia was out of this world. Drinks are original & prices are overall reasonable. Love it & will be back!

Jun 22, 2024
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Samantha
5.0

Gotta get the focaccia bread, soft & fluffy! Fresh pasta was great, & atmosphere was awesome.

Jun 8, 2024
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Jellybeans7854
3.0

Did not enjoy the food as much as I did last time I ate here. The menu is also hard to understand without help. The bread was delicious but I found the Cesar salad too salty for my liking. The mushroom pasta was also on the salty side. I enjoyed the mussels pasta but was a bit spicy. The pesto pasta they used to serve was no longer on the menu & I was disappointed. The inside gets really noisy & the patio was nice but also a bit noisy

Jun 6, 2024
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