Reviews paint Bocadillo as a consistently satisfying beacon of authentic Venezuelan flavors with standout arepas, pabellón, empanadas and tequeños, praised for flavorful meats, plantains and a bright, welcoming vibe. Several diners note gluten free options and attentive service, with staff listening to dietary needs and offering helpful recommendations, though one comment mentions a risk of cross contamination with gluten for Yuca fries while other dishes remain gluten free. Arepas are described as delicious and sometimes time consuming to prepare, but worth the wait; the pabellón arepa is highlighted as a favorite. The atmosphere is described as calm and charming, and the interior or location changes are mentioned as positive, with some praise for an authentic, festive feel with music. Prices are flagged as a bit high for some, making it less affordable for students, though many feel the quality justifies the cost; portions are generally satisfying though a few reviews call out smaller portions for price. Positive remarks include fast service, generous fillings, great presentation, and the chance to try a variety of Venezuelan items in one place, with several readers planning future visits when in town.
The arepas were delicious. The only issue was the service was slow although they apologized saying that they were short staffed. They comped us some dessert for our 40 minute wait.
Sep 16, 2023
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Restaurant découvert par hasard. Sur place ou à emporter. Équipe très sympa & pro. Super terrasse derrière, au calme, top! Llanera, rumbera & jus passion goûtés & validés!
I went with my family trying to watch a soccer game & have lunch. The restaurant was almost empty & they assigned to us a table were we couldn't see the TV. I asked to change for a table with a better view or accommodate us better since we were with & elderly that couldn't watch that far, one of the owners was really rude. He told us that the table we were sitting in was the only one or nothing, if we didn't like that table we should leave. Worst experience in Montreal, as a Latin I am I expect to find some kindness as we are used to in our countries, what rude & offensive service moreover on a place that wasn't even busy
Belle & bonne découverte de la cuisine vénézuélienne! Petit endroit, nourriture excellente & service rapide. Je vous recommande particulièrement d'essayer le dessert dulce de leche, un véritable délice!
Si vous voulez connaître la cuisine vénézuélienne c'est un bon resto pour essayer! Le déjeuné est bon & grand, les tequeños (bâton de farine au fromage & d'autres saveurs), "arepas" de farine de mais & garnis de différents bons surpris aussi sont recommandés!
Jul 18, 2014
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My friend was right, this sammy was worth every bite. The pork, marinated in passion fruit juice, garlic, spices & wine is slow cooked for 12 hours. I dunno about you lot, but I can appreciate that sort of dedication. The yogurt bun is quite possibly, I’m convinced, laced with crack, cuz I’m not even down with chewy white bread & I fully failed at proving that. In the end, maybe it was the parsley/garlic mayo that pushed my date with this sandwich from, “yah, he seems interesting” to “we should most definitely hang out again.”
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