Beba is a restaurant in the heart of Verdun inspired by Spanish and Italian cultures. Our menu is based on the best ingredients available throughout the year, anchored in old world cooking techniques and a guiding principle of simplicity.
Across reviews, Beba is described as a small, intimate, almost homey spot in Montreal where warm, attentive service and a playful, richly flavored menu elevate a night out into a special occasion. Diners rave about standout bites like the knish with caviar, montadito with mackerel, dates stuffed with foie gras, and inventive pastas and seafood such as maitake mushrooms, octopus, and the signature mackerel course, with cocktails and a deep wine list complementing the experience. The format leans toward sharing plates and tasting menus, with many noting generous, well paced service and a cozy atmosphere that can feel lively yet intimate, sometimes enhanced by a carefully curated soundtrack. Yet a few reviews flag concerns about price for portion size, occasional inconsistency in dish execution, and moments of noise or rushed service, including experiences where mains were less successful or where the environment felt crowded. Overall, Beba is widely celebrated as a standout, high quality dining destination in the city, notable for creative flavors, attentive staff, and a memorable, intimate dining ambiance.
Not sure Beba needs another 5 star review so I'll never get a table there 😁but they deserve it. Everything - food, drinks, service, atmosphere was perfect from top to bottom. Unique & delicious flavours for all of our dishes. & really I cannot speak more highly of the service from all the staff. Was celebrating a birthday but I feel they would make it special for any dinner. A gem.
Great neighborhood restaurant. Went by myself worried that there were multiple items I wanted to try & it would be too much food. To my relief, they offered (without asking) that most of the dishes could be in half order, which was perfect. My favorites were the mackerel, you have to get it, & the date stuffed with foie gras. Both were incredibly unique & incredibly good. The knish with caviar was also something I never envisioned that also worked well. While the beef cheek was also good, it was not as insanely unique as the other three dishes. Would love to go back.
We had a fantastic dinner at Restaurant Beba. The food, drinks, service, & ambiance were all superb. The knish w/caviar was of course great. But, the mantadito w/mackerel was fantastic. Next, we had the roasted maitake mushroom w/tallegio dish, which was super interesting & unique. The radicchio & escarole salad was perfect, as others have noted. & our bigger dish was the bacalao w/clams & octopus in a light tomato (?) sauce. It was spectacular. We sat at the bar & had the good fortune of meeting & being taken care of by Pablo, the co-owner, who was lovely! But, all the servers were sweet, caring, & always there for whatever you needed.
We loved the very relaxed & chill atmosphere, including the fun music. This is NOT a stuffy place. It was relaxed & lovely, but everything was done faultlessly. Highly recommend.
Gem of a restaurant tucked away on a side street of Verdun. Food was delicious, unique combinations, beautiful presentation, & surprisingly light. Service was attentive & warm. Intimate setting. Just a bit loud.
Service is perfect. The staff is very attentive. Shoutout to the server who refilled my glass 6 times , not letting me stay dehydrated.
Food- the menu changes frequently so you need to check the website for latest menu. Some dishes are also served by piece - like the caviar with potato knish.
We ordered 4 dishes:
- mackerel on sesame rice with horse radish (our favourite. Great flavour)
- red dates with foie gras & pistachio (this was fantastic, it's on the sweeter side but it has wonderful flavours)
- morcilla with peppers (this is very similar to Korean blood sausages . Peppers were great)
- veal sweetbread (unique flavours. The little bits of meat were a bit too salty. It overpowered the natural flavours)
Sep 20, 2025
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In this category of elevated comfort food, Beba is the place to visit. Phenomenal dishes, impeccable service. I went 2 nights in a row. The 3rd visit a few months later didn't disappoint. The originality remains with unique flavours.
Une expérience unique. L'ambiance & la gastronomie sont au rendez-vous, avec une très belle carte des vins. Recette parfaite pour une très belle soirée. En peime, la gentillesse du personnel & des propriétaires, ajoutent au charme de cet endroit fantastique. Un joyau dans le Sud-Ouest de Montréal.
Apr 26, 2025
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Wow, found a true gem, limited menu, amazingl flavours.
Service is unique & detailed.
Small place, need to reserve well ahead unless you are interested in 5pm.
Had very high expectations going into this considering how it's ranked #8 on Canada's top restaurants, but the food was very disappointing. No unique flavours, everything tasted very bland. We got the mackerel, rabbit, octopus, salad, & lamb. Especially for the price of the dishes, it was a big let down. Service was great though.
First rate experience in every respect. The food is unique & delicious--a fusion of many styles, reflecting the diverse experience of the chefs. The service was attentive & personal. We were visiting Montreal for a wedding, but the locals we brought with us will be back!
The only thing better than the food was the service. Truly fantastic staff that were talkative & friendly. The dishes were super unique & delicious. Awesome experience!
Jun 8, 2024
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5 star all around! Outstanding service, out of this world wine list & beautiful food. The restaurant offers cozy vibe & unique dishes created with top quality seasonal ingredients. One of the best restaurant Montreal has to offer!
Every experience at Beba is unique & never fails to disappoint. Unexpected food pairings that are created with craft & delicacy. A true sensual experience for the taste buds ✨
Beba never fails to deliver an outstanding dining experience. The waitstaff are casual, but seriously know their wines & propose superb pairings with the unique dishes that are Beba's signature. Incredible value, highly recommended.
Beba in Montreal is intriguing! The vibrant atmosphere with a focus on cocktails & evolving menu items reflects the establishment's commitment to providing a unique culinary experience. The diverse fusion of Italian & Spanish influences in the dishes, such as the changing daily fillings of empanadas & the creative knish with potato & caviar, the potato is so good. The guinfowl dish, with crispy skin, mashed potatoes, & mushrooms, have left a particularly positive impression.
Beba... One of my favorite restaurants in Montreal! The service is impeccable. The food was excellent. The veal breast was a standout, perfectly prepared & bursting with flavor. The flan was a delightful finale to our meal, leaving us thoroughly satisfied. Highly recommend for a unique culinary journey! 👌🍽️
