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Ferreira Café

Downtown
4.7$$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11:45 am
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PortugueseSeafood/FishMediterraneanGrillGluten-free OptionsCateringFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw BarPrepared Meals
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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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Reviews for Ferreira Café

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on Google4.6 (2200+)
*as of 2026-07-15
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Review Summary

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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The name "cafe" in the restaurant, I didn't expect to be $$$. It was near the hotel we were staying, so we were able to get reservations. It was very good but it expensive! Thank goodness I was celebrating my birthday! So it kinda justifies the splurge. Getting 4 stars bc it was more expensive than I expected. Service was great, the rice seafood casserole n risotto comes in a pot served nice n hot. The seafood bouillabaisse was good. The giant shrimp was undercooked. I know seafood is expensive. But wow! I almost fainted when I saw the bill! CA$400 w tip. The pastel the Nata was ok, was not crispy as the ones I had in Lisbon, $11 for 2? Not worth it. Skip it. Since it was my birthday I hit a nice candle w my dessert. So nice! I forgot my phone so I didn't get to take pics. So my sis send them to me. Also the lighting was dark so the foid pics didn't come out good.

Aug 16, 2024
on Google

Expérience culinaires extraordinaire. Servi e impeccable, prix raisonnable.

Aug 15, 2024
on Google
5.0

Really nice & fresh seafood. Black cod is superb. Seafood rice casserole is well executed. Seating is comfy. A busy place, so reservation is a must. Would recommend.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

everyone here was so great :)) food was amazing

Aug 11, 2024
on Google

Nous avons adoré autant le service, l'ambiance que la nourriture. Nous avons déjà hâte de revenir. 🤍

Aug 7, 2024
on Google
5.0

Went for a girl's dinner, we sat at the bar & the experience was perfection. The food was amazing, perfect for sharing & the wine & drinks options had something for every taste & budget 😜 The staff were so amazing, trust their recommendations, you won't be disseminated. A very classy but not stuffy restaurant in the best sense. Definitely will be back.

Aug 4, 2024
on Google
5.0

Our party of four started with cocktails & roasted sardines then ordered fruits de mer, grilled fish, bouillabaisse, sauteed chanterelles, & a fine bottle of vinho verde. Our somaleir helped us find a wine that pleased everyone. Our server, Nicole, struck the perfect balance between being attentive without being intrusive. A very fine meal in a sophisticated environment.

Aug 3, 2024
on Google

One of the better restaurants of this trip. Fantastic service oriented to detail & quality. 5 Stars

Aug 3, 2024
on Google

Moi & mon fils séjournions 2 jours à Montréal & nous désirions vraiment essayer de restaurent portugais de Sandra Ferreira & surtout encourager sa famille! Les entrées furent succulentes: saumon fumé & pieuvre rôtie- l'une des meilleures que j'ai dégusté! Pour le plat principal, j'ai adoré le riz aux fruits de mer: saveurs recherchées & beaucoup de crevettes!!! Toutefois, le plat de mon fils n'avait aucune touche portugaise: filet mignon avec brocolis & frites... c'est décevant quand tu vas à un resto portugais... il aurait été tellement facile d'ajouter une touche portugaise!!! Sinon nous étions sur la terrasse & nous avons adoré l'expérience!!! Pour le service: nous n'avons eu aucune explication du menu... Heureusement j'avais fait mes recherches avant de visiter le resto... & le serveur n'a pas plus expliqué le menu aux tables près de nous... grande déception pour un restaurant de cette gamme... - le serveur avait un accent français si ça peut aider à lui faire une critique constructive! Alors nourriture 4,5 étoiles & service 3 étoiles pour un 4 étoiles note globale! Nous avons quand même apprécié notre expérience & j'y retournerai certainement pour la pieuvre 🐙!

Aug 3, 2024
on Google

It was our second time at Ferreira with the first time being wonderful. We decided to go for our wedding anniversary while on a trip to Montreal. What a deception, the food was subpar for a restaurant that is that expensive. We ordered the seafood tower, the lobster & smoked fish were dry. The wine list was great & the wine very good (good job to the Somelier). After the tower, I really felt bad & did not really want to eat anything else. They should also update the restautant.

Aug 2, 2024
on Google