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 !
Helena offers an exceptional culinary journey that brings the vibrant spirit and authentic flavors of Portugal to the heart of Montreal. Guests frequently praise the exquisite, artistically presented dishes, with particular acclaim for the fresh seafood, perfectly grilled octopus, and refined cod preparations that evoke a sense of tradition blended with modern flair. Beyond the menu, the restaurant is celebrated for its elegant and warm atmosphere, providing a sophisticated backdrop suitable for both intimate dates and special celebrations. With professional, attentive service that frequently goes above and beyond, this establishment stands out as a top-tier destination for those seeking a memorable and high-quality dining experience.
Plusieurs fois chez Helena, jamais déçu l'utilisation de techniques modernes, maîtrisées avec brio, nous donne une expérience inoubliable, merci à toute l'équipe service de Excellence. Um especial obrigado a Helena
We had the tasting menu & the food met high expectations & the presentation was great. Atmosphere is calm & service was attentive. They were able to accomodate some of our dietary restrictions. Would definitely come again
Jul 29, 2025
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Dining at Helena was a memorable experience from start to finish.
The service was attentive & knowledgeable, with the menu thoughtfully explained & filled with carefully curated dishes. We began with a warm serving of bread accompanied by a trio of olive butter, olive oil, & chorizo butter, a perfect introduction. The cod fritters followed, & they were among the best I've ever had, crispy, flavorful, & incredibly satisfying. For the main course, we opted for two cod dishes, with the black cod emerging as the undeniable standout of the evening.
The prices matched the quality of the food, & the cocktails were just as refined, balanced, creative, & beautifully presented. To end the meal, we indulged in a pastel de nata that was easily one of the finest I've tasted.
Helena is a restaurant that delivers on every level. Highly recommended for a special evening out.
Ce restaurant est exceptionnel! Nous avons réserver le restaurant pour le baptême de notre fille & nous ne pouvions pas rêver mieux! La nourriture était un délice, les serveurs d'une gentillesse & d'un professionnalisme & les propriétaires à l'écoute des désires des clients. Tout était parfait! Je vous conseille fortement de réserver pour tout type d'événement! Le restaurant en lui même sans événement est une place à aller! Le Portugal est bien représenter & vous aller vous régaler!
Great Portuguese restaurant with tasty & fresh food. Overpriced at 100+$ per person for high quality but classic dishes at 1/3 the price in Portugal. Paying for bread? Is it necessary? Service is nice & efficient, but not at level of what is expected for top rated restaurant.
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.
A wonderful experience - Elegant & sophisticated restaurant. We thoroughly enjoyed the food; from the sardines on toast, the cod croquettes & the Effiloche de Morue salee... exquisite !
🌟 Expérience exceptionnelle ! 🌟
Nous avons passé un moment incroyable lors de notre souper . Le menu dégustation est tout simplement excellent & très généreux, tant dans la qualité que dans la quantité. Chaque plat était un vrai régal pour les papilles.
Mention spéciale à notre serveuse Rose-Aimée, qui a largement contribué à rendre cette soirée parfaite. Souriante, professionnelle & attentionnée tout au long du repas. Un vrai plaisir d'être servis par quelqu'un d'aussi passionnée!
