Montreal Paella focuses on the preparation of traditional Spanish rice dishes and an extensive selection of small plates. The menu centers on large-format pans featuring saffron-infused bomba rice combined with proteins like chorizo, shrimp, mussels, and chicken. Patrons encounter a setting dedicated to shared culinary experiences where tapas highlight regional ingredients such as piquillo peppers, manchego cheese, and marinated olives. The kitchen utilizes authentic techniques to achieve the signature caramelized socarrat crust on the base of every paella pan. Each dish emphasizes the bold, rustic flavor profiles characteristic of Iberian cooking traditions. The interior provides an environment suited for communal consumption of these classic Mediterranean offerings while maintaining a focus on consistent execution of standard regional recipes. This establishment prioritizes the technical accuracy of its rice preparations and the variety of its small-plate offerings for all diners.
Montreal Paella is widely celebrated as an authentic Spanish gem that transports diners straight to Spain with its exceptional quality and traditional flavors. The restaurant is consistently praised for its delicious and fresh dishes, particularly the diverse paella options, tapas, and house made desserts like the Basque cheesecake. While a few patrons noted longer wait times for paella or occasional service inconsistencies, the vast majority of visitors highlight the welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and accommodating approach to dietary restrictions such as gluten intolerance. Whether dining in for a cozy experience or ordering online, guests frequently describe the food as a spectacular, heartfelt culinary journey that represents some of the best Spanish cuisine available in the city.
Honestly a very good paella, or fideua! Same quality & taste then the one you can eat in Spain!!! The croquettes are made by them & very good too! Nothing frozen! I go eating there anytime I go downtown! Strongly recommended to have a taste of Spain in Montreal Downtown.
Si vous cherchez une excellente paella à Montréal, c'est l'endroit idéal. Le restaurant est d'une propreté irréprochable & le cadre est vraiment agréable pour un repas entre amis ou en famille. Une très belle expérience culinaire. Cinq étoiles méritées !
Le meilleur restaurant espagnol de Montréal, une paella authentique excellente, & d'excellents sandwichs au jambon, patatas bravas, croquettes, etc. & c'est un Espagnol qui vous le dit.Ah oui, & n'oublions pas les ragoûts espagnols typiques comme les callos, le fricando ou la fabada. Endroit excellent. Je pense qu'aucun Montréalais ne devrait rater ça.
Apr 14, 2026
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We just wanted a snack & we got one of each croquettes that they offer & they were so delicious I forgot to take a picture for the review. The workers were very friendly & helpful as well !
Tried Montreal Paella through their online order system, & the whole process was super smooth from start to finish. The website was easy to navigate, ordering was quick, & everything was clearly laid out which made it really convenient.
Pickup was right on time, & the food was still hot & well packaged. The paella was full of flavor, with generous portions & fresh ingredients, you can tell a lot of care goes into it.
Overall, great food & a seamless online ordering experience that makes it easy to enjoy at home. Definitely a spot I would order from again.
We've been to Valencia & have eaten paella & arroz con whatever but this was one of the best experiences ever. Order the jamon iberico. It's not bellota quality but it's delicious with the pan con tomate. Order the croquetas. I wish we had the gildas but we'll leave it to another time. I wish I could have had the fabada asturiana. It being Good Friday, we order Arroz del Senyoret. ¡Ay, Dios mío! Will we be back? Absolutely. & thank you for serving a decent red wine by the glass.
Absolutely love this place. I've been here more than once & it's always worth it in my opinion. The chicken paella is my absolute favorite - the flavor is so good & I genuinely love every ingredient in it.
I also really appreciate how easy it is to navigate the menu with a gluten intolerance, since the gluten-free items are clearly marked. Everything I've tried here has been delicious, including the rice pudding & bravas!
The staff are always super friendly & go above & beyond. On my last visit, our server recommended a glass of white wine that paired perfectly with my paella, which I really appreciated. Definitely one of the places I recommend when people want really good Spanish food in Montreal. Will absolutely be back.
The waitress seemed overwhelmed & unapologetic about the wait of our food.
It took 1 hour to get our paella.
The manager/owner was highly unattentive & literally yelled at us in front of other customers when we complaint why it took so long for our food to be ready.
I will never go back to this place, I don't recommend you to go. Horrible experience
