Monday

11:45 am - 2 pm, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Tuesday

11:45 am - 2 pm, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Wednesday

11:45 am - 2 pm, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Thursday

11:45 am - 2 pm, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Friday

11:45 am - 2 pm, 5:30 pm - 10 pm

Saturday

5:30 pm - 10 pm

Sunday

Closed

About

Ferreira Café delivers an authentic exploration of Portuguese coastal traditions through a meticulous focus on fresh seafood and imported Mediterranean ingredients. The menu centers on expertly prepared salt cod, succulent grilled octopus, and daily catches finished with high-quality olive oil and sea salt. Each dish emphasizes the natural integrity of the raw components, reflecting the rugged and vibrant culinary landscape of the Iberian Peninsula. The atmosphere combines minimalist aesthetic choices with warm lighting to highlight the bustling activity of the kitchen and the bar. Patrons interact with a selection of regional vintages that complement the salinity and brightness found throughout the oceanic flavor profiles. Every plate serves as a direct representation of traditional preparation methods modernized for a contemporary culinary environment while maintaining respect for deep-rooted heritage.

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Ferreira Café is widely regarded as a premier destination in Montreal for authentic Portuguese seafood, consistently praised for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and sophisticated atmosphere. Many patrons highlight signature dishes like the blackened cod, crispy octopus, and various seafood risottos, often noting that the food is beautifully prepared and full of flavor. While the service is frequently described as attentive, professional, and efficient, creating an energetic and upscale dining experience, some guests have expressed concerns regarding inconsistent portion sizes, high pricing, and occasional issues with food temperature or service pacing during busy periods. Despite mixed feedback on extra charges and the noise level in the dining room, the majority of visitors find the restaurant to be an excellent choice for special occasions or business meals, frequently recommending it for its culinary mastery and vibrant, chic setting.

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Sylvain

5.0

Ferreira stands as a true institution in Portuguese cuisine, where tradition & excellence merge to create an unforgettable dining experience. The menu showcases a masterful selection of dishes, each prepared with high-quality ingredients & a deep respect for authentic flavors, from impeccably fresh seafood to rich, comforting specialties. Complementing the exquisite plates is a stellar wine selection, thoughtfully curated to highlight Portugal's finest vintages.

May 29, 2025

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Julie

5.0

Ferreira est & restera une véritable institution montréalaise. Au fil des ans, ce restaurant a su conserver une constance impressionnante, tant dans la qualité de ses plats que dans l'excellence de son service. Chaque bouchée est un pur délice - des plats décadents, raffinés & toujours impeccablement exécutés. L'expérience est sublimée par un personnel d'un professionnalisme remarquable, attentif, chaleureux & toujours à l'écoute. Une adresse incontournable pour les amateurs de cuisine portugaise haut de gamme.

May 27, 2025

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Yakout

5.0

The experience was exceptional, I love this place !

May 27, 2025

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5.0

We had a fantastic experience at Ferreira Cafe! The atmosphere was absolutely lovely, & the food was truly amazing - fresh & delicious. Every single dish we ordered was a hit - not a single disappointment! Highly recommend!

May 25, 2025

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Kathleen

3.0

Went here after reading a lot of hype about it. It was just ok. We waited about 15min with a reservation at 9pm. For appetizers we had shrimp crudo & a sardines dish. For main dishes we had the duck confit & the octopus. Everything was beautifully presented. The shrimp crudo was interesting in a good way. The sardines were yummy but underwhelming. The duck & risotto was good. The risotto comes on the plate & also in the Le Creuset pot it was cooked in. It was tender & tasty. The octopus was disappointing. I ordered it because it's something I would not prepare at home. It was not flavorful enough & the greens it came on were so bitter, it was hard to eat. The atmosphere is quite loud & bustling & you can tell the team takes pride in serving & they work well as a team. I found it to be over priced. Some places I'm excited to return to visit. I will not be coming back here but I'm glad I had the chance to try it.

May 25, 2025

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Mariam

5.0

Good service, great ambiance, & good food!

May 21, 2025

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Roger

5.0

A wonderful evening under the professional care of Gabrielle.
Later in the meal as the restaurant filled it got uncomfortably noisy.

May 11, 2025

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Alex

5.0

Great food & ambiance

May 10, 2025

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Catherine

5.0

The best!
Food is excellent!
Ambience is perfect!
& the service, oh man! The service is impeccable!!!
Six stars⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?

May 8, 2025

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Mary

5.0

Recommended by the concierge at our hotel, highly recommend!

May 7, 2025

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