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Barroco

A lively restaurant with subdued lighting, stone walls & a European-inspired daily market course.
Old Montreal
4.7$$ & $$$
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Barroco Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
FrenchSpanishComfort FoodGrillMarketFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw Bar
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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.

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4.7810 ratings
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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.
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5.0

As always, excellent!!
Can not wait to return again!!

Nov 25, 2023
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4.5

Amazing place for date night in Old Montreal. We make sure to reserve every year when we visit from Toronto. Fantastic cocktails, great vibe, great food & superior service. The owner & bartender always make sure to give you a great experience. Highly recommend.

Nov 25, 2023
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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.

Nov 25, 2023
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5.0

Our waiter, Simon, was terrific & extremely knowledgeable. Food was delicious!

Nov 24, 2023
D.J.
5.0

The short rib was amazing

Nov 19, 2023
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5.0

My Barroco dining experience was one of the major contributing factors to a dream weekend in Old Montreal. This for the two of us is the perfect restaurant - five stars for intimate seating, incredibly attentive staff, timing, ambiance & food. I had the rib eye. - I am fussy about my steak, this beauty combined the buttery texture of rare with crunchy fat interspersed. My friend described her duck as moist & succulent. Silken mashed potato & whipped yam accompanied. The mousse dessert was beyond sinful. Thank you for this evening!

Nov 19, 2023
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5.0

Always exceeds expectations, best chef in mtl

Nov 19, 2023
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5.0

AS good as my daughter said it would be

Nov 18, 2023
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5.0

Impeccable service & qualité.

Nov 14, 2023
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2.0

Me & my wife ordered two paellas, unfortunately it was very acidic. Before ordering we were told that you had run out of calamaris hence extra chorizos were added, I only found 5 pieces of chorizos. The waiter was kind enough to take back my order & have it replaced with something else, I ordered the pesto rosso mafaldelle & it had the same issue the tomatoes used were very acidic. My wife continued with her paella due to the fact that she had craved seafood all day & there were not other suitable choices available.

What disappointed me the most was the fact that despite the prompt action of the waiter, there was not much of an apology or understanding, from my experience in dining (fine or not ) when there is not a positive experience with an item, this a courtesy gesture of a discount is provided & to my surprise this did not happen.

I understand the business concept of paying for what the customer orders however I also expect a quality of food items for the price I am paying for & when this is not delivered to a satisfactory level, for customer retainance & overall dining satisfaction something more should have been done.

Nov 13, 2023
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