La Boqueria is a tapas bar in Old Montreal where warm atmosphere and Mediterranean authenticity meet. From fresh seafood to Iberian cold meats and paellas, Boqueria will take you on a journey with every bite.
Boqueria receives praise for vibrant tapas, excellent paella, and fresh seafood, paired with warm, attentive service and a lively, welcoming atmosphere that works well for sharing plates and casual dining both on the terrace and inside.
Coup de coeur pour ce restaurant à l'ambiance méditerranéen. Voyage garanti ! Merci à Gaëlle pour sa bonne énergie du sud ouest ! 😉 & on n'oublie pas le Bordelais sympathique qui nous à accueilli ! 😊 Nous avons pris une superbe paëlla pour 3 + 2 tapas : Très bon ! Hâte de découvrir la terrasse avec les beaux jours qui s'en viennent...
une expérience mémorable! Le service est excellent & la cuisine nous fait voyager. On y ressent toute la passion du personnel. Je vous le recommande, cela vaut le détour!
We were there yesterday, we enjoyed it.. Food was amazing: we ordered paella (black y rice) ,croquettes, patatas bravas & pan con tomate. We will be back soon.
Apr 17, 2024
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This is a lovely spot to enjoy an assortment of tapas items & have a drink looking out onto the old port. A rare opportunity for excellent food service & an exceptional owner. The atmosphere will transport you to the Mediterranean. I highly recommend this restaurant.
I'll refrain from being overly negative since I visited this restaurant during its first week of opening. While there were some issues I noticed that I could address with the restaurant owner personally, I'll focus on the food & service for now. The location is ideal for tourists, especially during the summer. We chose to sit inside, although there's also a terrace available. My friends enjoyed their sangria while I opted for a beer. Unfortunately, the food was rather mediocre. It didn't meet the standard of Spanish cuisine I've experienced, both in Montreal & in Spain itself. Our waiter mentioned it was his first day, so while he was friendly, he lacked menu knowledge, which is understandable for a new employee. However, when I expressed my dissatisfaction, they promptly removed the item from the bill & handled the situation courteously. I appreciate that they sought feedback, indicating a willingness to improve. I was more than happy to share my thoughts on what could be enhanced. I'm not giving up on this restaurant just yet & will revisit to see if there's been any improvement before forming a final opinion. For now, I removed 2 stars for the food. Of course, like any restaurant in the Old Port, parking can be an issue (useful information for tourists), but the ambiance of the place is charming. The prices are ok compared to other restaurants in the area.
Amazing meal for real foodies, perfectly sourced & prepared. We had the cockles, the potatas bravas, octopus (this was a winner for my Spain-traveled sister), & the daily special of grilled peppers, perfectly salted. My sangria was exactly what I hoped for. You will not be disappointed!
Apr 15, 2024
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Le restaurant Boqueria est vraiment génial ! L'accueil est super sympa, les plats sont trop bons & l'ambiance est top. La nourriture est exquise: chaque tapas surpassait le précédent. En plus, le service est vraiment aux petits soins & ça ajoute une touche spéciale à l'expérience.
Honnêtement une des meilleures expériences culinaires méditerranéennes que j'ai eue. On a mieux mangé qu'en Europe! La paella, les croquetas & la pieuvre sont définitivement à essayer. Cuisson, service & ambiance impeccable. Je l'ai recommandé à tous mes proches!
We visited on their second day open & it was fantastic! Elliot was our waiter & was fab at recommending tapas & drinks, & with answering our questions. We ordered several tapas & they were all great. I'd recommend them all. We got: -Datiles con Bacon (omgg so SO good, don't miss out! You get 3 dates so make sure everyone gets at least 1 full date, if not more 😋) -Pan con Tomate (very fresh & refreshing) -Anchoas en Active de Oliva (lemon & rosemary were a lovely addition) -Catalan roasted veggies (eggplant & peppers, beautiful) Bonus orders: -Table de Quesos (wow, the sheep's milk cheese was great; wish I remembered the name. Market pricing was a bit steep for the volume of cheese/bread, though) -Tres Leche (very rich but light) -Chocolate ganoche (lovely, rich, & beautiful add of salt; def try!) Everything was great. Our waiter Elliot was very nice & helpful, great timing, & he recommended a very nice dry white wine for my MIL. The Gin & Tonic was also very nice, lovely juniper garnish too. Very much looking forward to returning & trying their croquettes!!
