Located in Old Montreal since 2005, Porto Mar is the ideal spot for romantic dinners, business meetings, casual encounters, birthdays and other special events. Our restaurant is located in a beautiful historic building with a unique old world charm.
Our menu offers a variety of traditional Portuguese dishes as well as fresh fish, seafood, steak and a choice of grilled specialties. We also have many gluten free options. The extensive wine list has something for everyone with its large selection of Portuguese wines including many private imports at affordable prices.
We invite you to come and enjoy the relaxed, cozy atmosphere, combined with friendly and courteous service. Let us spoil you while you enjoy the food, wine, music and ambiance. You will never want to leave!
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Our Specialties
Fresh fish, Seafood, Steak and Traditional Portuguese dishes.
Porto Mar offers authentic Portuguese cooking with fresh seafood and comforting flavors that leave a memorable impression. The service is attentive and warm, with diners noting an open kitchen, occasional chef visits, and staff who make guests feel at home. The menu features a wide range of dishes from calamari and spicy prawns to turbot and a rack of lamb, with crowd pleasers like sardines and cod croquettes and desserts that finish meals satisfyingly. The table d'hôte provides great value, and the signature cocktails, including poncha, add a classy touch to the evening. The atmosphere blends a warm, welcoming Old Montreal vibe with a refined yet cozy feel, and the location, reasonable prices, and generous portions invite repeat visits. Porto Mar consistently delivers fresh ingredients, flavorful preparations, and thoughtful service that make it a standout choice for family dinners, casual nights out, or a special occasion.
Celina is an amazing hostess, server, she makes your evening special. Thd food is authentic & wonderful. The ambiance is 100 % old Montréal. Parking can be challenging but it is worth it
Un mardi midi... Au hasard d'une promenade, nous sommes entrés. Un accueil & un service chaleureux, une cuisine fidèle à la tradition & des attentions qui font chaud au coeur.
Mar 15, 2026
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5 little grilled shrimp around a stack of rice for $34 bucks, eh. The balsamic snails were good, but the grilled sardines were a little fishy & we left hungry. Nice ambiance & service though. From what I hear, family owned.
We are a three-generation family of 7 who dined here on New Years Eve. We had an awesome experience. The restaurant served a pre-fixed menu & obviously planned to serve us from 8:00-midnight. They provided noisemakers & hats, wonderful food & an inviting atmosphere. The table was set against a lovely window in a semi-private space, making it easy for my hard-of-hearing father to hear. Our server, Alex, was attentive & professional with just the right hint of warmth. We creating a lasting memory of sharing a special NYE together with the help of the staff at Porto Mar. Thank you for your care for us!
Bon restaurant portugais en plein coeur du vieux Montréal.
Personnel très sympa & lieu joliment décoré.
Les tarifs sont dans la norme des restaurants pour ce secteur & la nourriture est bonne. Bien que pas encore au niveau de la vraie cuisine portugaise (notamment niveau cuisson), étant originaire du Portugal.
Agréable moment.
This was an amazing experience. Being the daughter of parents born in the Azores this was really authentic. Chef Luis visited our table & was an absolute pleasure. This is definitely a must.
Nov 20, 2025
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Absolutely in love with the omniance of this restaurant. Beautiful location! Incredible wait staff. & the food is delicious. Simple recipes with quality ingredients. The escargot was probably one of my favorite things from tonight's meal.
The food was nothing special. Huge servings but left green beans in my fridge that had more flavour & anyone can poach a salmon & add fresh dill. We had the crème caramel for dessert & mine came with a piece cracked off. My crème caramel is way better! Best thing was the coffee-Nespresso ! Hide the machine !
The very young waiter was kind & did his best
Nov 16, 2025
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This was, by far, one of the best & authentic Portuguese meals I've had in Canada in years! Our server, Selena, was gracious & amazing, & Chef Luis, the owner, prepared a fabulous meal & made us feel so welcome! If you are missing Portugal or want to experience an authentic meal, please try! We will definitely be back! fois muito saboroso!
Fantastic service & amazing food! If you want delicious authentic Portuguese food with a warm caring staff, fantastic service by Selena & amazing food prepared by owner/Chef Luis you HAVE to stop here!! Do not miss this place on your next trip to Montreal! O service e a comida fois espectacular! Se gosta de comer comida tradicional portuguesa nao falte a especialidade do gerente e Head Chef o Sr.Luis e o serviço fantástico de Selena! For uma refeiçao e noite completamente perfeito! Nao falte a este restaurante na próxima vez que vem a Montreal!!
Some of the best Portuguese food I ever had. The food & drinks are exceptional. It felt like I was eating at home. Our chef Luis went above & beyond. Selina was our server & she was incredible. If you ever come to Montreal & want good Portuguese food, Porto Mar should be on your list.
A perfect, quiet, cozy restaurant in Montreal. Our waiter was superb (I'm mad that I forget his name--20 yo, Anglophile) & personable & the food was fantastic!
