Helena
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Helena
Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist & focus on local ingredients served in a chic, stylish space.
Opens Today at 5:30 pm
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About us
The restaurant Helena team welcomes you in a warm, colourful and modern atmosphere, where you are invited to share and enjoy a delicious meal in good company. An unforgettable experience that allows you to discover all the refinement of Portuguese cuisine and wines for a lunch or an evening out, whether with a group or family, for a couple’s night out, or to talk business. Guests are invited to select and to share petiscos (tapas), providing an opportunity to taste all of Portugal’s flavours, from the more familiar to the unexpected, in a friendly atmosphere. More than a simple à la carte meal, restaurant Helena proposes a true feast to savour at the table !
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The main room can seat up to 100 guests or 200 guests for a cocktail. The private room can seat up to 40 guests or 40 guests for a cocktail.
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Display Allwine(25) recommend(24) portuguese(23) dishes(17) vin(16) tasting menu(15) portugal(14) degustation(13) dessert(12) highly recommend(11) menu dégustation(11) outstanding(10)Page 1 of 1 - 18 Reviews
Ryan
Went here for a birthday dinner. It was my pick because I love Portuguese food & often make some of the dishes at home.
The food & service were outstanding. It is tapas style so we ordered several dishes to share, wine, & dessert. Every dish came out so well plated, down to the smallest detail. The octopus was pure perfection & the port wine tasting on the dessert menu is not to be missed. The caldo verde soup is one of my favoritea to make at home & did not disappoint.
The interior was authentic Portugal & interesting. The service was so well timed that it felt choreographed. I can't wait to come back.
Guillaume
Came here with a group of 7 coworkers. Got the tasting menu with wine, port wine, ice wine. Tried the cheese plate & honey. Everything was amazing. Stayed there from 6:30-11
Marky
The caldo Verde was good, but the sausage could have been cut up more, two long slices in a soup feels like a strange choice. The veal was fantastic, arguably the best I've had, with nice sides. Don't bother with the dessert, charging 10 for one very typical pastel de nata feels like robbery. I asked for a wine recommendation to accompany my meal & she just pointed out the wines by the glass without describing them at all, surprising for a place with a huge wine list. I did enjoy the Cabernet Sauvignon I picked though.
Andrew
We were looking for some place to eat & literally stumbled across Helena. We were able to book a seat at the bar. The staff was friendly & super helpful. We had one of their specialty cocktails & wine. Both were excellent. The tasting menu was excellent although way more than you can comfortably eat. Everything was delicious. The steak one of the best I've had in years. For a great dinner & amazing service, give this place a try!
Susan
What an incredible 5 course meal. Excellent wine & Portuguese Port
Mark
Best Portuguese cuisine in Montreal, hands down. Chef Helena's creations are not only delicious but beautifully presented. Each plate is like a work of art. We enjoyed the tasting menu with wine pairings, & every course was exceptional, from the fresh seafood to the tender meats, with flavors that were both authentic & creative.
The service was warm, attentive, & knowledgeable, which made the evening even more enjoyable. The staff explained each pairing & shared details about the dishes, showing real passion for the food & wines.
The ambiance is refined yet welcoming. Helena is perfect for a special night out or celebrating a milestone. Portions were generous for a tasting menu, & the pacing was excellent, giving us time to savor every bite.
We left feeling that Helena offers not just a meal, but a true culinary experience. Highly recommended for anyone seeking fine dining in Montreal, especially lovers of Portuguese cuisine. We'll definitely be returning!
Eduardo
What an amazing experience! I went with my family, & we were all blown away by the quality of the food, the service...everything. The sommelier recommended the perfect wine pairing, the dishes were nothing short of exceptional, & the service (thank you Ariane & team!) was truly second to none. Oh & the restaurant itself is beautiful. I highly recommended for a special occasion!
Jan
We had an absolutely fantastic dinner at Helena last night. We started with the'Lulas & Camarao Grelhado Huge' as an appetizer &, on recommendation from our waiter Michelle, we also ordered their bread, which was a perfect pairing for soaking up all the deliciousness.
For our main course, we had the'Lulas & Camarao Grelhado' & the'Arroz com Trufas.' Another home run, paired with a fantastic wine selected by Michelle.
We finished the evening by sharing Helena's Chocolate Bites. It was an all-around perfect evening, made even better by the outstanding staff, both front & back of house.
Helena, paired with Michelle, was the perfect end to a wonderful first day exploring the city.
Savvy
I find it hard to suggest an outstanding 5 star review for any fine dining establishment as there always seems to be something missing to deserve such a strong accolade. Our experience at Helena's for a key industry retirement dinner couldn't have been at a better place. Michelle looked after us for the evening & did an absolutely beautiful job suggesting dishes & meeting our needs. The food was exquisite & the wine selection perfect. Helena's definitely is in our top 5 restaurants Coast to Coast. Thank you for such a great night....we'll be back for sure!
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Perry
Khorshid
A beautiful & stylish Portuguese restaurant! The black cod was absolutely delicious, & the churros melted in my mouth. I also loved the rich taste of the red wine'Dona Maria' .. it was the perfect pairing for me. I'll definitely be coming back!
Sandro
Was there on a lovely date, late Friday march 28 2025 evening, had a charming experience with hardly anyone in restaurant making it very pleasant & relaxing, waitress was friendly, polite & nice with us, I think her name was Michelle, food was excellent , we drank porto wine together & had a great time. Since it was my first time in Montreal, this restaurant indeed contributed to one of many memorable moments there for a weekend
Umesh
An AMAZING place. Great food & service. They are very knowledgeable about the wines & what pairs well with their food. The grilled octopus is a must have.
Jack
We tagged along with a friend & his wife, who are regulars at this highly acclaimed fine-dining Portuguese eatery. The decor features modern elements & classic Portuguese charm; I was particularly captivated by the stunning ceiling. My friend's wife gave "carte blanche" to the waiter to bring a selection of dishes for us to share, & he brought a few items from the Tapas Quentes: Pasteis de Bacalhau, Sardinhas Assadas, & Lulas Grelhadas. The sommelier paired a privately imported white wine with these tapas, a perfect match. Then, we were served Sela de Borrego along with the catch of the day, accompanied by another bottle of white wine harmoniously paired. Though I'm usually not a fan of white wine, I found myself thoroughly enjoying it, I drank my share & my wife's share. While some nice desserts were offered, I was too satiated to have any. Just before we left, a waitress came with a complimentary Porto. I surely found room for that. The service was top-notch, with multiple servers attending to our table, & the food was phenomenal. The bill was quite steep at the end of the night, but it was one of the most memorable meals we've had in a long time.
Michael
Very good dinner & service. We shared the asparagus salad, & seafood plate for 2 & they were both excellent. Good wine list, & my girlfriend enjoyed her cocktail as well.
Kitz
Inventive, high-end take on Portuguese food. Beautifully presented. A robust wine list to pair with the scrumptious offerings.
Thirza
The waitor/sommelier chose some great wines for me & the food was really good.
Kimberly
Most memorable meal we have had in years. Tried the tasting menu with wines paired. What a surprising culinary experience! Fantastic service & wonderful way to celebrate a special anniversary. We will be back! They keep it cool & that is exactly the way I like it, but maybe bring a sweater if you don’t run hot like me :)
Cannot suggest all the items we enjoyed due to they are not on the regular menu.