Barroco fuses rustic Mediterranean foundations with a sophisticated approach to comfort food within a historic, stone-walled setting. The menu centers on elevated Spanish and French influences, highlighting high-quality proteins prepared with deliberate technique and bold seasoning. Patrons encounter a focused selection of small plates designed for sharing, alongside hearty main courses that emphasize depth of flavor through traditional roasting and braising methods. The atmosphere remains consistently intimate, characterized by dim lighting and exposed structural elements that reflect the heritage of the building. Each dish relies on the integrity of seasonal ingredients to define its profile, ensuring that the culinary execution remains both precise and intentional. This establishment offers a cohesive experience that prioritizes the intersection of heritage-inspired recipes and modern preparation styles for a discerning crowd.
Barroco is widely celebrated as a premier dining destination in Old Montreal, consistently praised for its intimate, rustic atmosphere and exceptional service. Guests frequently highlight the quality of the cuisine, with dishes like the braised beef, beef Wellington, and various seafood options earning high accolades for their flavor and preparation. While the restaurant is often described as cozy and perfect for romantic occasions, some patrons note that the space can feel small or occasionally loud. Although a few visitors have pointed out premium pricing or longer wait times during busy periods, the consensus remains that the combination of creative cocktails, high-quality ingredients, and a welcoming staff makes this establishment a must-visit experience.
Barroco is a cozy, intimate dinner restaurant with French/Euro-inspired items that are almost always a hit. The chef often has interesting specials that are worth exploring, especially if they involve red meat. My best tip would be to order a side of grilled, buttered sourdough bread (for a fee of $5), as most dishes come with a lot of sauce. The bread can be used to scoop it all up for a tasty finish.
Je n'ai jamais mangé une basse côte aussi bonne de toute ma vie!!!!!! 12h de cuisson & que dire de la sauce!!!!!!! Wowww & alors la serveuse, elle est adorable Je recommande à 100%
Nous avons passé un super moment! Nourriture avec un vrais goût de chez moi, présentation soigné mais dans l'esprit familial de cet endroit intime, service amical & chaleureux.. J'ai déjà hâte de le faire découvrir à mes amis!
I'm not sure it's worth the hype or the price. I will start with the nice young lady that we had serving us was very good. Happy to be there, & energetic. She was good. But that is kind of where it ends. The host seating you fills your glass with water, & spills as much on the table as gets in the glass,.& if your phone happens to be there, it's gonna get wet. No acknowledgement or clean up. Also happened each time he came by & topped up the water. So the table was pretty wet by the time we were done. Our nice servers shift ended & she had to pass us off to another person, who never did show up. We had to ask the host for our bill. The building itself is a nice old building. Pretty small, but a nice decor. But super loud. Going out for a nice meal shouldn't mean you need to yell across the table. The food was also only in the'ok' category. I had a better meal for a better price the day before at a less fancy place. So if you are going to be able to say you have been there, I'm sure you'll be happy, but otherwise I'm sure there are better choices that don't cost you $25 for parking on top of the $100/person meal.
One of the best meals we have had, not just in Montreal (we are visiting). We did the tasting menu, which was innovative but also classic. They also offer fantastic cocktails sans alcohol (get the Pampelmouse!!). The Quebec mushrooms, paella, & the guinea hen were our favorite savory bites (as well as the brioche), & the chocolate cremeux was a beautiful (& unexpectedly nuanced) finish. Execution was flawless across the board. Service was flawless & welcoming. The decor is fun & eclectic but cozy. I can't say enough good things!
Excellent experience from the ambiance to the service to the cocktails & food. Had the short rib entree which was excellent. Small intimate dinning area, so cute
Was an awesome experience, servers were so nice & very helpful, very nice interior of the restaurant, love the atmosphere, food is delicious & is worth trying everything! Beef tartare was magnificent, the more changes when I walked in, love the lighting & comforting seats, having farm to table is refreshing to hear knowing the food will be fresh & yummy, from appetizers to dessert simply the best!
