For regional cuisine at its best, come savor traditional Portuguese flavors at Casa Minhota! Our meals take on a festive look and the menu reflects old gourmet traditions. Our chef puts all of his creativity on the plate, lunch and supper, for our hungry customers. You can choose among a carefully selected wine list to complement your meal.
Casa Minhota draws overall praise for its warm, homey Portuguese comfort and authentic flavors, with guests noting generous portions, fresh seafood like octopus and cod, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere that evokes Portugal. The experience is described as more about soul and tradition than polish, with attentive service that is friendly without being intrusive, and a decor that makes visitors feel transported. While many visits are consistently good, a few reviews point to off nights where seasoning, timing, or preparation fell short and some dishes felt overcooked or parts of the menu did not meet expectations; however, the consensus remains that the restaurant offers genuine cuisine at good value and a memorable sense of place. Overall, Casa Minhota is seen as a Montreal staple for traditional Portuguese meals, a place to gather with family or friends and feel welcomed back to the homeland.
My family & I have been going here for years. It's one of the gems of Montreal restaurants. The food is authentic, delicious, & proportionate to the cost. My favourite dishes are the grilled octopus & shrimp entrees, the sea food rice main dish, & the aroz doce (sweet rice) dessert. The service here is unlike others. From the moment you enter, to the second you leave, the waiters are always making sure you well taken care of. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm back in Portugal; with the beautiful decor & homey feel. All in all, this place is not only a must try, but also a tradition to eat here.
Feb 24, 2026
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Authentic Portuguese meals from the Lisboa region. But they lack refinement & feel more like home made food. Maybe lunchtime menu is not as fancy as the evening offering but I only ate there at lunchtime. Lately, I had the pork stew (with potatoes & carrots); very greasy & ordinary. My friend had the grilled salmon with special chips like fried potatoes; it looked much better than my meal. I had lunch there another 2 times & it was quite ordinary both times. I do not plan retuning for lunch & maybe try the evening offering to make up my mind.
A wonderful & very authentic Portuguese restaurant! Great ambiance, food, & service! We each went with the table d'hôte menu; very reasonably priced. The food was excellent!
If you are looking for a cosy - almost romantic like atmosphere, warm attentive service (when not overly busy), authentic Portuguese food - This is the right place.
I am going to make this really simple & to the point with regards to their food.
EVERY dish I have eaten over multiple visits has been most enjoyable. Seasoning, portions, texture, doneness - you name it. The only sad part of this place is when you are finished your meal - you actually kinda want to press a magic button to restart the experience & start to eat all over again.
& as with any good Portuguese restaurant, the classic dessert to eat is the Nata... it is simple, delicious & you can not stop at one.
Jan 30, 2025
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Casa Minhota is amazing! Everything from their delicious food, their authentic atmosphere, the staff is always very kind & accommodating, their prices are very good, their menu has lots of choice, their plating aesthetics is nice, just everything is 10/10. Darcy is fantastic! This is one of my favourite restaurants Favourite things: Bacalhau com Natas, Bacalhau a Bras, Bacalhau a Lagareiro, Sardinhas, Polvo, Bitoque & Porto Pears or Natas do Céu dessert
I recently dined at Casa Minhota & had an amazing experience. The place has a cozy, inviting atmosphere, & the staff were incredibly welcoming & attentive. As a Portuguese, I can confidently say the food was authentic & absolutely delicious, bringing me back to the flavors of home. From the perfectly grilled seafood to the rich, flavorful stews, everything was spot-on. If you're looking for a genuine taste of Portugal, I highly recommend Casa Minhota. I'll definitely be back!
Very good Portuguese restaurant food is authentic remind me of back home, service is friendly & fast recommend this place 💯 great for any occasion! Give it a try you won't regret it
Food is incredible there. Loved that all waiters spoke Portuguese, this made the experience even more authentic. Music not too loud. We will be back for sure!
Jul 21, 2024
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A Little Taste of Portugal:
If you want to taste the real authentic Portuguese dishes, Casa Minhota is your place. Excellent quality & prices for your food. It does not matter what you order All there recipes are authentic & very good. Place is also very clean. The negative side: We are now hooked & are there every second week. The big bonus free parking in the back.
