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Bocadillo Bistro

Little-Italy
4.2$ & $$
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Bocadillo Bistro Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Bocadillo Bistro

Food
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on Google4.2 (900+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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64%
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Review Summary

Bocadillo Bistro is described as a lively spot where live music and a cozy, vibrant vibe set the tone, with many reviews praising the welcoming service and authentic Venezuelan dishes like arepas and cachapas, along with strong band performances that can elevate a night. Diners note good food and energy, and some visits feel special for celebrations or karaoke nights, while others point to small portions and high prices that don't always match the value, plus occasional slow or uneven service on busy evenings. A few comments mention misfires such as undercooked cachapa or a mojito charged as non alcoholic, and a sense that the menu caters more to Canadian clientele than to Venezuelan gourmands. Still, the arepas and pabellon receive strong praise, and the overall vibe, drinks, and live shows make it a repeat destination for evenings out, especially for those seeking a festive experience with Venezuelan flavors, though some leave hoping for larger portions and more consistent service.
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We planned a birthday party here on a night where they had live music. What an incredible vibe. The owners are so kind & it shows that they love what they do. They created such a welcoming & warm atmosphere for us. The live band was fantastic & the food was delicious. Wish I could give more than 5 stars!! THANK YOU!!!

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

An amazing place to go!! The live latino music, the friendly staff, the AMAZING food, the list goes on. Definitely a place to check out.

Aug 8, 2025
on Google

Good food, expensive, but boy do I not regret a single dollar. Immaculate vibes, live music (I went on a Saturday at 2-3pm), cordial staff. I felt at home

May 24, 2025
on Google

The place is nice,but the event are there always finish to early...you have to pay the entry & leave at midnight because after the live music are not DJ there.....

Mar 10, 2025
on Google

What an amazing experience we had eating at Bocadillo! Great arepas & live music in the weekends! Try the pabellón arepa or the ceviche

Feb 24, 2025
on Google

Great Colombian food & nice venue for live Latin music!

Nov 6, 2024
on Google

Food was bland & lacked the amazing flavours of Venezuelan cuisine, extremely expensive for what you get. Service was slow & not attentive at all. I went with a group friends to enjoy the live music show they offer on Fridays & was disappointed to see that there was a private party with dancers & singers that I honestly did not want to see. Charging cover for just an hour of live music + the expensive menu prevents me from returning to this place.

Oct 26, 2024
on Google

Amazing food & fresh ingredients. Newly renovated to expand the seating area & dancing area for the live music. Not the first time I've been here & won't be the last.

Sep 6, 2024
on Google

I went with my wife a few weeks ago on a Friday. They have live music & the food was really good. A bit too crowded & cramped... but in general we had a great time.

Jun 12, 2024
on Google

Looking for a place to eat after attending a book launch, my partner & I decided to try this place since we were getting cold walking outside & I had never had Venezuelan food. We ordered 2 arepas & 2 drinks. My drink was a passionfruit juice which tasted like Oasis juice (7$). The staff was friendly & I had the opportunity to practice my Spanish. There was live music provided by a singer & a guitarist. We both quite enjoyed the experience. When the bill came, I was distracted possibly because I was trying to converse in Spanish so I solely focused on the subtotal to calculate the total. I paid 108$ (which includes tax & tip). We left & while I was walking towards the metro station, it occurred to me that the total seemed off since the price for an arepas was around 25$ & a drink around 7$. I returned to the restaurant & saw the waitress & asked if I could see the bill (I had not asked for it after I paid). She asked if there was something wrong or what did I want to see. I responded that I think a mistake was made since I paid 108$ our order could not add up to that total. She said that it is because there is a cover charge of 10$ person (for the live music) & on nights when there is dancing (salsa I believe) the charge is 25$. The cover charge was never mentioned when we initially entered the restaurant or at any other moment during our meal. I find this rather dishonest & it soured my whole experience of the night which is why I am leaving an unfavorable review.

May 15, 2024
on Google

It was an amazing experience! Great location in Italian district of Montreal. The atmosphere was dynamic & cozy. The live music by Freddy Band was fantastic. The bartender were so helpful. & the food & drink were great. I highly recommend Sangria!

Apr 16, 2024
on Google

Authentic brazilian food! Cool vibe with live music. Vegetarian options were limited. The service was great!

Apr 12, 2024
on Google