Sabrosa serves a focused selection of Latin American and Mexican culinary staples with a distinct emphasis on fresh coastal flavors. The menu highlights seasoned proteins paired with vibrant salsas, hand-pressed corn tortillas, and citrus-forward marinades that define regional seafood preparations. Diners encounter a variety of grilled fish dishes featuring bold spices and traditional garnishes that prioritize ingredient integrity. The interior aesthetic reflects a rustic coastal influence, utilizing natural textures and an open layout that centers on the preparation area. Each dish emphasizes the balance between charred savory elements and crisp, acidic components common to pan-Latin cooking traditions. This establishment provides a direct approach to high-quality ingredients by concentrating on foundational cooking techniques and authentic flavor profiles that characterize the diverse maritime coastlines of the Americas.
Sabrosa offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Old Montreal, making it a popular destination for those seeking fresh, flavorful Latin-inspired cuisine. Many diners highlight the excellent quality of the tacos, particularly the birria and al pastor, as well as the refreshing ceviche and creative presentations of dishes like avocado toast. The restaurant features a beautiful, chic decor and a lively patio that is perfect for people-watching. While service experiences can occasionally vary due to the restaurant being consistently busy, many patrons praise the staff for being friendly, attentive, and professional. Despite some mixed feedback regarding portion sizes or cocktail pricing, the overall consensus is that this restaurant provides a memorable and enjoyable dining experience that stands out as a quality choice in a tourist-heavy area.
Sat inside instead of on the patio & it had beautiful decor. I had the birria & shrimp tacos, & the guacamole with chips. It was all excellent, definitely recommend. Service was good. Our waiter was funny & kind. I would come back :)
A very pretty decor Mexican food restaurant located in the centre of old Montreal. You can see the crowds & tourists if you choose to sit outside. Otherwise inside is very chic & uniquely decorated with large mirrors & unique wallpapers.
We visited on a Thursday evening around 6:30 & were lucky to be accommodated without a reservation as we were a small group however, definitely recommend a reservation at this place to be safe.
Food was good & came out to us fairly quickly.
We got the vegetarian tacos along with guacamole & chips. We also got the corn on cob. The food was fresh & delicious.
The service can be slightly improved. Our server was busy & not really able to check in on us. But nevertheless, we were able to locate her.
However, music was loud, making it very challenging for conversations. It doesn't help if you sit indoors near their station where they constantly grab plates & cutlery thus creating loud noises.
We had the Tacos El Pastor, shrimp ceviche, & guacamole. There are 3 tacos to the plate which is not good value for the price & very oily. The shimp ceviche had maybe 4 or 5 shrimp cut up into pieces. The guacamole was also very small for the price. It was $90 for the 3 dishes & 2 lemonades. The lemonade was very watered down. I would not recommend going here.
The tables are so close together the table beside us was about 12' apart. It was like we were dining with the people beside us.
We didn't get cutlery, nor did the table beside us. The server noticed we didn't have cutlery & commented, but never brought us cutlery. We managed to get someone else to bring us cutlery.
Delicious Mexican food in a chic setting & friendly service. Diverse menu of appetizers, tacos, cocktails & more. Try their guacamole & their crispy chicken tacos, so good!
They offer interior seating & a casual vibe.
Adorable restaurant. We got the guacamole, birria tacos, rice & beans & the two special drinks of the day. The drinks were lovely. The guacamole & the birria tacos were a little bit on the flavorless side, but were fresh. They bring out two different hot sauces & they were both very tasty. The rice & beans were yummy. I would definitely go back & try some other dishes next time.
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!
Nous sommes allés hier puis pour nous à part la guacamole & tacos poulet frit le reste était assez ordinaire, le Taco birria sans saveur le bouillon & le pastor aucun lien avec les Vrais tacos al pastor. Je connais des endroits à mtl où les saveurs sont de loin très meilleur
On la essayé & non ses pas un coup de coeur. En revanche très bon service.
Glad to discover this restaurant! I shared the guacamole, birria tacos, & al pastor tacos. All delicious & good portion sizes. Unfortunately, the churros were still raw in the middle. Other than that, I look forward to coming back to try other dishes.