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Pintxo

Quartier des Spectacles
4.6$$$
OPEN11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm
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Pintxo focuses on the vibrant traditions of Basque culinary heritage by serving a diverse array of authentic bite-sized snacks known as pintxos. Small plates dominate the menu, featuring carefully curated combinations of fresh seafood, cured meats, and seasonal vegetables arranged on crusty bread slices. The preparation emphasizes high-quality ingredients sourced to mirror the traditional taverns of Northern Spain. Diners encounter a bustling atmosphere designed to facilitate the communal sharing of multiple dishes across the table. Each creation reflects the methodical balance of simple flavors found in coastal gastronomy. The establishment functions as a specialized hub for those seeking to explore regional Spanish delicacies through a structured yet accessible format of varied, flavor-forward portions served continuously throughout the service period.

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4.6214 ratings
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4.6214 ratings
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Pintxo is widely regarded as a standout destination within the Le Central food hall, earning consistent praise for its high-quality tapas, particularly the octopus, lamb chops, and scallops. Most visitors commend the attentive, friendly service and the creative culinary approach of the kitchen staff, often highlighting the excellent value of the lunch menus and tasting options. While the food and service frequently impress, the experience is notably influenced by its location, as many patrons find the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of the food court to be loud and energetic rather than quiet or romantic. Opinions on the overall quality vary, with some diners describing the experience as world-class and reliable, while others find certain dishes inconsistent or the environment less appealing, yet the majority of guests view it as a must-visit spot in downtown Montreal.
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Rafi
5.0

Just finished our meal, have not even paid yet, but I thought it is important to let the world know how wonderful this meal was.

Luckily we got the three bar stools right next to the food display & chef Omar. What a treat.

I opened with an Amaretto Sour (then a second one). We got one of each. The scallops, the octopus, the shrimp, the sword fish, & the lamb chops. Each unique. Each perfectly done. Each oozing with love. The flavour just followed. Every bite was a trip on its own.

After a long debate, we could not decide if the octopus or the scallops were our favourite. It is a tie, I guess. We are so delighted & happy. It is an amazing feeling. Thank you.

No place for sweets, unfortunately.

Jul 26, 2026
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Maya
5.0

Amazing tapas, every single plate was perfect & distinct from one another. Their best dishes, in my opinion, are the grilled scallops & octopus. The char on the lamb chops is great & they taste lovely, but note that they come medium rare.

Jul 26, 2026
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Mike
4.0

Enjoy every bite from holloumi salad to there scallops ,tuna a la plancha .Service was quick & vine selection price reasonably. Will definitely be going back .

Mar 15, 2026
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Jan
5.0

We ordered the scallops & the lamb chops. & then the scallops again!

Aug 29, 2025
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Maria
5.0

love the food here 🩷. it's in a'food court' bit if you sit at the bar it feels like a real resto! Try the scallops, lobster tail & lamb chops OMG ! Soooo good !

Aug 2, 2025
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Barbara
5.0

En voyage, une amie locale a eu la bonne idée de me suggérer le pintxo pour ma première sortie à Montréal. Un sans faute. Scallops, Octopus, salad... délicieux. Service parfait & mention particulière à notre serveuse Corinne très pro & super agréable à la fois. Excellente adresse .

Dec 4, 2024
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Karen
5.0

Amazing food, fantastic cocktails, warm & friendly staff. The creativity of the dishes, superb! You must try the lobster onn a bed of barley! & the scallops in a Serrano sauce. The owner was formidable host.

Oct 31, 2024
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Ginka
3.0

The waitress was nice. The octopus was tender, but smelly, so we couldn't eat it. Both the scallops & the shrimp were undercooked. The potatas brava weren't crispy or spicy. So, not my favorite place.

Dec 28, 2023
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Ash
5.0

They seem to have raised their prices quite a bit. However, it's still really good. The $17 lobster tail is definitely worth it; the $10 scallops are very small in portions but they're also really good.

Dec 19, 2023
on Google
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