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Café Central Portugais

Mile-End
4.4$
OPEN9 am - 10 pm
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Café Central Portugais serves a curated selection of traditional Portuguese offerings that center on authentic flavor profiles and classic preparation methods. The menu features staples such as freshly baked pastéis de nata, characterized by their crisp, laminated pastry shells and creamy custard centers. Robust espresso beverages complement the food, reflecting the deep-rooted coffee culture inherent to Iberian traditions. The interior space utilizes functional design elements to facilitate an efficient and straightforward service flow for all patrons. Visitors encounter a minimalist aesthetic that prioritizes utility while maintaining a connection to regional culinary heritage. Each item is produced using standard techniques that honor the technical requirements of authentic Portuguese baking and beverage preparation. This establishment provides a focused approach to regional refreshments by maintaining consistent standards for every prepared item served within the premises.

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74%
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Reviews for Café Central Portugais

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on Google4.5 (200+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
74%
4★
9%
3★
6%
2★
9%
1★
3%

Review Summary

Café Central Portugais is widely recognized as a neighborhood gem that captures the authentic spirit of Portugal through its traditional cuisine, including standout items like cod cakes, pastéis de nata, and various pork dishes. Many patrons praise the friendly service and the immersive, old school atmosphere, which often makes visitors feel as though they have been transported abroad. While the outdoor terrace and social vibe are frequently highlighted as major assets, experiences remain somewhat polarized regarding management and value. Some guests have expressed frustration over inconsistent service policies, surprise cash-only requirements, and occasional issues with food quality or pricing, yet others consistently laud the staff for their kindness and recommend the establishment as one of the best spots in Montreal for genuine Portuguese flavors.
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Un authentique café "comme dans un village au Portugal". Accueil très chaleureux par le patron. Cuisine maison, demandez bacalhau grelhado en avance pour le dîner. Nombreux écrans TV diffusant les matches de foot 😄

Oct 26, 2024
on Google
5.0

Decent place for brunch

Oct 24, 2024
on Google
5.0

Amazing food, great staff & authentic Portuguese experience. Would come back here anytime!

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

Another little jewel on the plateau. Great food, great price, I loved the grilled salmon, the fries were amazing & the salad so fresh & crispy.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

Excellent café

Aug 12, 2024
on Google

Fast, friendly service, & good coffee. Cozy & affordable. Mainly older Porteguese gentlemen are hanging out here, playing dominos, watching soccer, & chatting. It reminds me of our neighborhood tea houses in the old country (Istanbul, Turkey). I also had meals here. Sandwiches were very good, so is the grilled fish! They are operating a charcoal grill so everything becomes x2 tasty. You can talk to the waiters/barmen for fish suggestions.

Aug 9, 2024
on Google

The moment i stepped in this place something magical happened & I was transported immediately in Portugal. Great smells & very noisy, very casual & full of good vibes. The menu is full of incredible Portuguese dishes & the coffee is delicious. I have tried also the pasteis de nata & I think it was a sweeter & les crunchier version of the original one. One thing you should keep in mind when coming here is that this is a cash only place.

Jul 23, 2024
on Google

This small Portuguese restaurant wasn't one of mine & my family's first choices, as a matter of fact when we searched for restaurants we didn't see this little corner show up but as we walked around looking for some good place to eat we came across this Portuguese restaurant & my aunt wanted to give it a chance & said why not. I'll just start this review by saying that although most of the staff didn't speak French or English me & my family still had a lot of fun & left satisfied from this restaurant. At first we were skeptical but then as we looked at the menu & met a couple of the staff we realize that this is the perfect little place we would like to eat at. I had a Portuguese steak with egg on top with fries alongside Sumol. Now let me tell you it was really good I ate the whole dish in a split. The steak was made perfectly, just how I wanted it to be (medium well) with the perfect amount of pink on the inside & the perfect color on the outside. I wouldn't recommend this place for people that would like some fancy restaurant or some traditional cuisine or in that category but I would recommend it to people that want to just sit in a little corner watch a (the) game have a nice meal while watching it or catch up with some friends, this is the perfect place to do that. Me & my family were really satisfied with how our food turned out & how kind everyone was & how understanding & how hard they tried to understand what we were trying to tell them as we were ordering since we don't speak Portuguese. Going to this restaurant was a great experience & I'm very happy we went there. Thank you.

Jul 14, 2024
on Google

One of the best bars in Montreal especially if you want to experience Portuguese culture.

Jul 9, 2024
on Google

Best place to watch euro games

Jul 2, 2024
on Google