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.
Les arepas du Bocadillo sont les meilleurs que j'ai testé (avec une préférence pour la succursale St Laurent/des Pins), Pabellon Deluxe & Llanera sont recommandés
La salle peut être bruyante au souper parce qu'il y a souvent des show musicaux etc à partir de 21h
Amazing food, service & atmosphere. We were wondering around late at night looking for a place to eat & we came across Bocadillo randomly. What a surprise! Marco & his wife, the owners were super nice & welcoming. I'm so happy I stumbled upon this restaurant. Highly recommend it.
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
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I've been to bocadillos many times, usually the service is great & food amazing. It's been about a year since I've been & today I was surprised. Surprised in a bad way!! I understand food prices have increased, however the portions don't match price. They went from regular size arepas to small arepas. They are no longer buttery or made with care. They fall apart easily. The empanadas are bland & small. Thank good they have not changed the tequenos. If you going to make the food smaller, reduce your prices, or have 2 options small & big. Anyways hopefully things get better. Went from 5 stars to 2 stars.
Jan 31, 2025
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The food was good & the live band was nice The thing is that the service is very slow & even if you dine-in you need to pay a cover to enter the restaurant
Super ambiance vénézuélienne, surtout lors de spectacles. La nourriture est bonne, très chère. Le service était long & ordinaire. (Mais pas mauvais quand-même)
Yuka frit on a adoré ! Par contre le riz été trop sec & la viande de boeuf pas bien cuite mais le sandwich sont bon. Service bon & rapide. Ambiance musique ́live très bon par contre le dj ne met pas assez forte la musique pendent la pause donc tu ne peux pas danser. Nous on a voulu danser le salsa imposibil trop de bruit on ne atende pas la musique!
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.
