Solana receives high marks for warm, attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere that suits both terrace dining and a cozy indoor setting, with staff noted for being professional and accommodating. The menu offers a wide range of options, including vegetarian dishes, pizzas, seafood, and skewers, with lamb and chicken cooked to perfection and many dishes described as tasty and well prepared. Dishes such as salmon, seafood linguine, mussels, large shrimp, and a satisfying quinoa salad are highlighted, along with crowd pleasers like a chicken burger, all described as good value for the area. The atmosphere is modern and friendly, with outdoor seating, occasional street performances, and a pet friendly policy that makes it easy to dine with dogs. Overall Solana emerges as a reliable favorite in the Old Port, frequently recommended and noted for returning to try more dishes.
Their Google Page clearly shows they have a pick-up option (see my photo). I drove half an hour, struggled to find a parking, to find their place to be told'they do not offer to-go option'. Simply ! Without offering at least a curteous cup of water.
Disapointed by such a low professionalism.
I have a huge expérience in reviewing resto locally & obroad ...
never been that disapointed :(
I miss the time where restauration was a real profession 😔
Nous avons passé une soirée de réveillon merveilleuse, les plats délicieux, les cocktails excellents, & le service hors pair. Merci Gabriel, pour ton accueil magnifique. On y retournera c'est sûr!
Was pretty disappointed after walking into the restaurant to encounter the barren upstairs area. Atmosphere was lacking to say the least. After placing our order, we waited over an hour for a salad & around 2 hours to receive our meals. Food was pretty good, but hard to enjoy over the issues & expensive pricing (maybe raised for holidays). Just unfortunate after seeing all the good reviews. There were other issues too, however I believe this review already conveys my message.
We had a great night at Solana. Everything was impeccable, the service, the food even the music was enjoyable. My gf is vegetarian so she had so many options to choose from. We tried the zucchini feta bites, pizza funghi & the chicken skewers. The food was just perfect. We will definitely come back to try other dishes.
We had a wonderful dinner. Walked in (didn't have a reservation), & right from when we opened the door, our host Gabriel looked after us exceptionally well.
We had the skewers (lamb & chicken) & the New York Steak, all cooked to perfection.
Thanks for a wonderful evening!
Dec 26, 2025
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Chicken burger was really good & reasonably priced. Fries were good too. The staff is really nice & friendly. Atmosphere is always excellent. One of my favorites in the old port!
Great restaurant in the main area in the Old Port of Montreal. Covered from afternoon sun, nice patio & they are'pet friendly'. We had our 2 Yorkies under the table.
Had the Salmon, well cooked & tender & the Seafood linguine. Had 6 mussels & 3 large shrimps. & the marinara was very flavourful.
Solana est un véritable bijou sur la place Jacques-Cartier ! L'ambiance est chaleureuse & accueillante, parfaite pour se détendre entre amis ou en famille. La nourriture est délicieuse, fraîche & savoureuse, chaque plat est un vrai régal pour les papilles. Le service est impeccable, rapide & souriant. Un endroit que je recommande vivement & où je reviendrai sans hésiter !
Excellent Restaurant
Accueil très chaleureux, service impeccable, une cuisine très délicieuse servie avec soin & beaucoup d'attention
Un Grand Merci à Aya pour son accueil & à Nael pour son professionnalisme, son service & son sourire
Very nice place, good food & excellent service. Gabriel speaks French, English & Spanish. We were seated at the terrace. Highly recommend after a long walk by the old port. Congratulations
