7 days a week we see our establishment become to Old Port passer by's a newfound treasure, as well as a second home The essence of Barroco doesn't solely reside on a single element, but rather in the harmony of various ingredients that create comfort and a "feel good" dining experience. With pride we hand picked every single detail in our restaurant : from the static motion (décor and set-up) to the impeccable delivery of satisfaction.
Barroco is described as a cozy, intimate gem in Old Montreal with a warm, welcoming staff and a stylish, historic interior that feels elevated yet unpretentious. Reviewers praise thoughtful, high quality French-inspired dishes and creative, well executed cocktails, with standout items like braised beef, beef Wellington, duck breast, halibut, oysters, lobster salad, gravlax, and memorable desserts such as madeleines and brioche. The service is repeatedly highlighted as attentive, knowledgeable and accommodating, helping to make celebrations and special occasions feel extra special, though a few nights report slower or less consistent service and some dishes that miss the mark. The atmosphere, music and ambiance are consistently cited as a key attraction, offering a romantic or intimate vibe that remains lively without feeling stuffy, even when crowded. While some comments note price and occasional small portions or limited vegetarian options, overall the reviews describe Barroco as a standout dining experience with high quality food, excellent cocktails and memorable hospitality that invite return visits.
Went there for my birthday, locals love it here.so had to give it a try. Live the rustic decorations. Small restaurant so make reservations. We started w paper crane cocktail ( a twist on paper plane) it was good but it looked like a 2 oz drink. The glass looked very ball. See photo In NY the get 4 oz drinks. Other than that the food is great. Ayube the waiter/Sommelier:/owner was very friendly n attentive. I got a nice sparklers w after dinner drinks to celebrate my birthday. Very cool.
We came all the way from Toronto & have to say this was the best dining experience we have ever had! From the service, to the atmosphere, & to the food & drinks, you could really tell they put a lot of attention to detail to everything. Every flavour profile was so thought out, we were amazed by every plate brought to us. We will definitely be making the trip back to come here & recommending this spot to all our friends!
Sep 1, 2024
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Barroco was a delightful find. I was intrigued by the decor, & more importantly, the service was incredible. My husband & I started off meeting a wonderful waitress by the name of Alessandra. Alessandra was very helpful in choosing my cocktail for the evening along with our scrumptious dinner. Along with dinner, we wanted to order a bottle of red wine that would pair nicely with the paella we ordered. Alessandra immediately introduced us to a sommelier by the name of Phillip. He was definitely an expert in his field. Phillip shared his passion & experience in describing a bottle of wine that would make our palettes pop. We scored the best bottle of wine with our chosen meal. That particular bottle he chose was absolutely perfect. Thank you, Phillip, for helping us. The evening does not stop there. Alessandra, the waitress circles back to us & offers us a dessert menu. My husband & I had one glass, each of the red wine left to enjoy. Instead of dessert, we asked Alessandra if she could bring a cheese platter with brioche bread. She did just that. Phillip also circled back to us, & once he learned we were essentially having cheese & bread for our dessert with our wine, Phillip was very excitedand said, "Nice choice." Barroco, you have a wonderful restaurant, but what makes it even better is your staff offering their best cutomer experience. Thanks again for making every one of my husband's, & of course, my taste buds explode!!
This place was amazing. I'd highly reccomend. Service & ambiance were 5 star. The beef tartare & beef short rib were were 5 out of 5. My wife got the guinea hen was very good but we both agree the the beef short rib was best.
Truly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The service from the host to the captain was incredible, every need was anticipated. The food was phenomenal & would recommend the chefs tasting menu to all. The wine menu was thorough & the pairing accompanied the tasting menu perfectly. The beef short ribs are a must order dish. Can't wait to come back!
Wonderful & heartwarming spot. Excellent food & outstanding service by Alexandra. She really knows her stuff & the way she talks about each dish makes you want it. Which we exactly did & were absolutely not disappointed. We'll be coming again & again
Aug 7, 2024
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Fantastic experience for my partner's birthday. Service was great & food was 10/10. The hen was particularly delicious. Would absolutely recommend for someone looking for a delicious, high quality meal in old Montreal.
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.
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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.
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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!
This rather small & private restaurant has an amazing ambiance & decor. The food is exceptionnaly good & well presented. I recommend the tasting menu which comes in 5 services plus dessert. The value & the portion sizes are also very good. The service was great as we had a server present every dish that was served & always keep our glasses full. Highly recommend!
