Barroco

Edwin

5.0

My better half & I embarked on a gastronomic odyssey at Barroco, a gem nestled in the heart of Montreal. Celebrating her birthday, we sought something extraordinary &, oh boy, did Barroco deliver with a capital'B'! Enveloped in an aura of romantic lighting & the classic elegance of white tablecloths, Barroco's ambiance whispered'chic' in every corner. It was like stepping into a scene from an old Hollywood movie, minus the black-&-white filter & plus some seriously good food. The adventure began with their six-course tasting menu, a culinary carousel that had us spinning with delight. Priced at CAD 85 per person with an additional CAD 60 for the wine pairing, it was a bargain for a ticket to flavor town. First off, the deviled eggs with bottarga set the stage - a playful twist on a classic, much like the restaurant itself. Then, the roasted wild mushrooms arrived, bathed in mushroom & black garlic jus, paired with a Petit Chablis that danced on the palate. The grilled octopus was a sea-sational journey, with steamed fingerling potatoes & paprika, accompanied by a glass of Alsace Riesling that sang harmonies with each bite. Then came the showstopper, the Paella Barroco, a mosaic of seafood & chorizo, each spoonful a mini fiesta, perfectly matched with a Spätburgunder. But hold your forks! The beef short ribs - oh, those ribs! Boneless, tender, & glazed with maple & aged balsamic, they were like a meaty lullaby, paired with a robust Dao Reserva. Finally, the sweet clover semifreddo with confit apple landed softly on our taste buds, a sweet ending to a fabulous meal, with a Gailloc Doux whispering a gentle goodnight. Barroco's commitment to tradition - serving ladies first - added a touch of chivalry to the experience. The 5 to 10-minute interlude between courses was a thoughtful touch, allowing flavors to linger & conversations to bloom. In summary, Barroco is not just a meal; it's a culinary sonnet, a love letter to the art of dining. Happy birthday to my wife, & cheers to Barroco for a night to remember! 🎉👩‍❤️‍👨🎂

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1 Review

5.0

Delightful place with great food & exceptional staff. Wonderful place for a date. You'd be challenged to find a better beef short rib or duck breast anywhere.

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1 Review

5.0

Excellent food & service. Beef short ribs were outstanding.

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4.5

A great Birthday in a great room with terrific food. The beef short rib was special. The rack of lamb was disappointing but the drinks & appetizers superb.

Frederik

4.0

We didn’t have a reservation so we got a table outside which was rather cozy & cute . As appetizers we ordered the Burrata & the octopus which were ok . We felt that the raspberry vinaigrette didn’t really work with the burrata & the octopus was a bit overcooked. However as a main course we ordered the beef short ribs & a glass of red wine both were delicious & worked very well together . For dessert we got the millefeuille which was also pretty good . Service was good & friendly .

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1 Review

5.0

Best meal we had in Montreal. Best Burrata I've ever eaten. The beef wellington was out of this world. The smaller oysters were delicious & very special!

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1 Review

5.0

Had beef wellington for the first time here & it was unreal. Great food & atmosphere!

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1 Review

3.5

Nice, cozy restaurant with European ambiance. We went for European food with Spanish influence. But, menu is mostly French cuisine. Not that much variety in the menu. One fish item, no lamb, mostly beef, with limited appetizers. Good wine menu though.