Sabrosa is noted for its lively Old Montreal setting, stylish decor, and welcoming vibe, offering a menu built around Mexican-inspired dishes where birria tacos, al pastor, and shrimp tacos are frequently highlighted for flavor, along with fresh guacamole and a range of salsas; portions are generally generous and the atmosphere on the terrace or inside is described as tasty, festive, and family-friendly, though some guests find the menu limited for vegetarians and the authenticity of flavors not always aligned with traditional Mexican cuisine; service is praised when staff are attentive, but experiences of slower service and occasional inconsistencies in dish execution or value were noted, including one report of undercooked churros and another of a heavy sauce affecting certain tacos; overall Sabrosa is seen as a solid, fun option in the touristy Jacques Cartier area with good value for money, a strong taco lineup, and a lively scene that invites a return to try other dishes.
Food was really good! Service was a little slow, but we were a large party so it was understandable. I definitely recommend the ceviche, the dressing was amazing. The guacamole was very fresh & flavorful too. I had the fried chicken tacos & they were absolutely delicious. The margaritas were also really good. Overall, a great experience & I would definitely go back!
An absolute gem in the heart of Old Montreal!
Sabrosa completely blew us away from the moment we walked in. Tucked inside a stunning historic stone building on Place Jacques-Cartier, the atmosphere alone is worth the visit - it somehow manages to feel vibrant & lively while still being warm & intimate. You can genuinely sense the soul of Mexico City, Lima, & Buenos Aires all woven together under one roof.
But let's talk about the food, because wow. The menu is a love letter to Latin America, & every dish reflects that passion. The ceviche was bright, citrusy, & absolutely fresh - easily the best I've had in Montreal. The birria tacos were rich & deeply flavored, & the nikkei-inspired touches throughout the menu added such a creative, unexpected dimension. Everything is clearly made with real technique & intention, not just thrown together.
The cocktail list deserves its own shoutout - the mezcal & tequila selection is impressive, & the bartenders clearly know what they're doing.
Service was warm, attentive, & genuinely enthusiastic about the food - exactly what you want. Our server walked us through the menu with real knowledge & care.
Whether you're coming for a date night, a group dinner, or just because you deserve something spectacular - Sabrosa delivers every time. Already planning our next visit. ¡Sabrosa indeed!
Apr 20, 2026
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Highly recommend getting food & drink or even just cocktails!
Wonderful decor, really lovely atmosphere & good selection on the menu. Super friendly waitress who was so attentive, gave us recommendations & was serving everyone so well. Thank you for your great service!
Ordered a couple cocktails which tasted so lovely - good layers of flavour, texture & presentation.
We tried the tuna starter which was tasty, maybe a little too fishy, but came with great guac & elements. Papaya salad was refreshing & was lots of it.
Then had the fried chicken tacos & pork tacos - pork was outstanding, chicken was probably more fried batter than actual chicken but it was still tasty & nice selection of hot sauces on the side.
Wish we could've tried the prawn ceviche or the beef biria tacos as those looked great too.
Only slight downside was the price - it adds up quickly! But then the service, drinks & food overall was tasty.
Everything was outstanding- starting with the ceviche, which was the best I've ever had. Everything was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. Hoping to be back!
Malheureusement, je crois que malgrès les reviews, cette fois je ne suis pas capable de donner plus que 2 étoiles. La cause de cette note est que lorsqu' on s'est rendu sur les lieux, nous avons était prit en charge que un long moment après nous avoir assigné une table, personne ne s'est réelement occupé de nous. Il a fallut qu'on demande un booster pour qu'on nous dissent: votre serveur va s'en occuper... Après, nos drinks sont arrivé 30 minutes après...d'attente entre temps. Suite à ça, c'était un autre jeune homme ( celui qui nous a apporté nous drinks) que je lui ai dis que cela fait un bout qu'on attendait & si c'était possible d'avoir au moins des frites pour les enfants, en bas âges... Le restaurant n'a pas de menus enfants & les toilettes ne sont pas adapter pour changer les couches. Nous sommes arrivé au allentours de 3pm & avons sortie de là vers les 4h45pm... Total de 1h45 environ pour manger des tacos. Mais, je crois que le plus insultant c'était d'être laisser là & n'avoir aucune attention au client. Le ceviche aux crevettes (environ 125 grammes dans mon assiette) était très bon mais pour le prix c'était un peu élèvé. Mon drink à 19$ : 123 soleil, il était bon. J'en aurais pris certainement un 2e mais personne ne m'a jamais demandé si je désirer un autre... De plus, je ne pourrais même pas dire s'il y a des desserts, car on nous a jamais demandé si on voulait autre chose... ni vu un menu desserts... Mettons qu'on s'est sentis comme un numéro. Le pourquoi? Car il y a eu un groupe qui est arrivé 20 min environ après nous & eux ils ont étaient servis avant nous. Leur nourriture est arrivée avant nous qui étions là plus de 1heure déjà. & c'est là, que je me suis levé pour voir un autre employé que lui il est allé voir ce qui se passer... je vous rappelle qu'il y avait 2 enfants avec nous. Quelle désagrèble expérience nous avons eux. Vous savez quand c'est le client qui doit se lever & doit aller voir ce qui se passe...Un des enfant avait renversé du jus sur la table, JE ME SUIS LEVÉ MOI MÊME POUR ALLER CHERCHER DE SERVIETTES... Encore une fois personne ne nous a demandé ni offert de l'aide... Profondément déçue. J'aurais voulu parler au propriétaire directement car cela est inacceptable. & à un moment notre serveur est venu s'est excusé...pour l'inconvéniant..de l'attente. Peut-être qu'on nous a juste oublié... malgrès que lorsqu'on était arrivé l'endroit à l'intérieur n'était pas full.. & il y avait quand même 4 cuisiniers...trouvez l'erreur?
The food is amazing! I ordered the ceviche, Birria taco, & enchiladas. The service was efficient & friendly. The outdoor seating adds to the experience. One of my favorite places when I'm visiting!
Jul 6, 2025
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Sabrosa is by far the best restaurant at Place Jacques-Cartier. The location is prime, & the food was outstanding. The salads & ceviche were incredibly fresh & flavorful, & the tacos were delicious as well. The service was warm, attentive, & efficient. Highly recommended!
My first time visiting this restaurant & I highly recommend it, the food was great I recommend the shrimp ceviche & birrias tacos, como la flor drink love it, it's soft & sweet, & what really make the different was the attention the server was sweet & the Manager (Morgan) was really attentive, friendly & polite, I'll definitely come back.
May 24, 2025
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One of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! We ordered quite a few different things including fish tacos, green papaya salad, shrimp ceviche, guacamole, etc & everything was not only explosively delicious but also beautifully made. This would make a wonderful spot for lunch dates (when our family ate there for lunch yesterday). Vibes there are amazing & the service was excellent. 5/5 easily!
We had the lunch special that allowed you to pick two-three different dishes for three courses. Overall the food was very good like the shrimp ceviche & birria tacos. The churros for dessert felt a bit undercooked as the middle wasn't crunchy. We did have to wait almost an hour after our appetizer had arrive but apparently it was due to a huge group that came in before us
Albacore tostada & Shrimp Ceviche for apps & al pastor tacos, fish tacos, with a side of rice & beans for dinner! Drinks were delish (bloody samaritan, the chàvez, & 123 soleil). They happily substituted gin for vodka in the 123 soleil!
I went here VERY skeptical. Mexican food in Canada? In a super touristy area? C'mon. But, the food was great! Very fresh ingredients & vibrant flavors. I had the shrimp ceviche & Sabrosa kale salad with a glass of orange wine. I enjoyed it very much. The atmosphere was cosy yet modern. Service was warm & attentive. This is a lovely spot to stop for a meal while in the main shopping area of Old Montreal.
Oct 30, 2024
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Quelle belle surprise que cette adresse au milieu des nombreux restaurants peu raffinés de la Place Jacques Cartier ! Terrasse & salle sympathique, accueil chaleureux, service attentionné, plats joliment présentés & parfaitement assaisonnés (ceviche de crevettes, guacamole & une salade de tomates succulente). Nous y étions il y a 5 jours & nous y retournons aujourd'hui 🤗👍
Ceviche 100% good Tacos de Birria 100% good Fried tacos 🌮 100% good Excellent food for everyone, I really recommend this restaurant, the stuff is so amazing & courteous. UNO de los mejores restaurantes latinos en Montreal
On est aller souper un samedi soir bien occupée, le service était super bien courtois. La présentation des assiettes vraiment belle. On a pris le "ceviche" & le tiradito en entré. Le "ceviche" est super bon bien que pas un ceviche traditionnelle. Les sashimi est super bon, les patates grillés donne une bonne texture. On a pris deux cocktail, espresso martini Sabrosa(super bon) & un Abacaxis, je l'ai trouver trop salé & fort au goût. On a partager le loup de mer en repas principal. Très bon poissons & les sauce de piments accompagne très bien. & pour finir les desserts un petit gâteau a la vanille avec une glace a la mangue & une terrine de chocolat. Assiette super cute & tres bon aussi. Le latte est très bon 👌🏼 Belle expérience dans une soirée bien occupée.
