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BarBara

Saint-Henri
4.5$$
OPEN8 am - 1 am
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BarBara Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for BarBara

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (1500+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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71%
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Review Summary

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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Très bel endroit qui donne envie de s'asseoir pour boire un verre. La carte des vins semble bien fournie & il y a des bonnes bières pour ce qui ne boivent pas de vin. Cependant le service n'est pas le meilleur que j'ai reçu, nous avons attendu 20 minutes avant qu'un serveur vienne nous voir & pas de napkins avec la nourriture à partager. Le personnel reste tout de même sympathique & la ciabatta bonne mais ça aurait pu être une meilleure soirée, je suis un peu déçu.

Oct 4, 2023
on Google
5.0

The vibe is so cool & the food was amazing 😍

Oct 3, 2023
on Google
5.0

Came here on a sunday around 7:30 pm for drinks. We were immediately seated, which was nice considering the last time I left because of the huge line. It should be noted that the service was amazing. I forgot to get the name of the waitress, but she took real good care of us especially when choosing the wine. The calamari & focaccia were pretty tasty to pair with the drinks. The atmosphere was perfect. This is for sure one of the best terrasses in montreal!

Oct 1, 2023
on Google

********* FIVE STARS **********

Sep 30, 2023
on Google

Une place à absolument visiter quand vous êtes dans ce quartier, leurs meatballs & pâtes sont vraiment quelque chose :) excellent service aussi, surtout, pet-friendly! Je n'ai aucun commentaire négatif à donner.

Sep 3, 2023
on Google
5.0

Lovely place, very chill vibe & food is great... just a little small in portion for the price. The drinks choices are also great, Service is very nice also. We arrived around 6h15pm on Friday & were seated immediately on terrace. A real gem in St-Henri!

Sep 1, 2023
on Google

Great spot! Got there at 6 on a thursday & we were able to sit down right away. It got full quickly after & there was a line when we left as they do not take reservations. Food was delicious, good oysters, good arancini, but the cacio & pepe is definitely the star of the show. Very cute spot & the atmosphere & decoration are inviting. Friendly service.

Sep 1, 2023
on Google

Super établissement de quartier, très agréable & très fréquenté, avec petits plats, vins & cocktails de qualité… Ouvert très tôt le matin pour les cafés, viennoiseries & autres douceurs, puis toute la journée pour les autres délices cuisinés avec beaucoup d’amour & d’attention. La boutique de pâtes fraîches & produits faits maison est idéale pour apprécier leurs créations à la maison. Je recommande!

Aug 29, 2023
on Google

A friend & I had the most wonderful evening at Bar Bara last night. We popped in unexpectedly for one drink & stayed for appys & a full dinner just because it felt so nice to be there. This was 100% due to one server who from he very first Hi was absolutely charming, knowledgeable & just so kind! Jacob described the menu with genuine excitement , had us trying new wines, & chatted with us in a way that was reminiscent of a small town catch up. A joy. The food is always top notch but as a business owner myself service is key & they've hired a gem. Bar Bara give Jacob a raise. Everyone else go enjoy an evening & stay awhile :)

Aug 27, 2023
on Google

Amazing food!

Aug 26, 2023
on Google
1.0

Pas de service bouffe pas fraîche si tu n as pas le personnel refuser des gens

Sep 19, 2021