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Santos Tapas Bar

Old Montreal
4.1$$ & $$$
OPEN2 pm - 3 am
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Santos Tapas Bar Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
TapasSpanishCharcuterieGreat selection of cocktailsResto-BarSupper Club
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About

Santos Tapas Bar focuses on the authentic traditions of Spanish small plates and artisanal charcuterie. Patrons encounter a specialized menu featuring cured meats, imported cheeses, and classic tapas selections designed for shared consumption. The kitchen prioritizes high-quality ingredients sourced to reflect genuine Iberian culinary profiles. Traditional preparation methods ensure that every dish retains its integrity while serving as a centerpiece for the social atmosphere of the room. The selection of boards offers a precise variety of savory textures and bold flavor profiles typical of regional Spanish markets. Expertly curated offerings emphasize the depth of Mediterranean flavors through consistent execution of time-honored recipes. Every item served adheres to a structured culinary approach that highlights both simplicity and technical proficiency in ingredient handling across the entire menu.
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Reviews for Santos Tapas Bar

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on Google3.8 (2400+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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58%
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Review Summary

Santos Tapas Bar is widely recognized as a vibrant destination in the Old Port, frequently praised for its festive atmosphere, great music, and energetic dance floor that keeps patrons coming back. Many visitors highlight the delicious food and top-tier cocktails, often noting the warm and professional service provided by dedicated staff members who strive to make every night feel special. While the majority of reviews reflect a positive and welcoming experience, some guests have expressed frustration regarding service consistency, wait times, and occasional issues with group reservations or door policies, indicating a space that excels as a lively hotspot but sometimes faces challenges during peak hours.
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1 Review
5.0

Such a good vibe! Always enjoy my time here.

Mar 5, 2022
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1 Review
2.5

TERRIBLE STAFF, forced me to tip her 18% when she was rude & had aggressive mannerisms (almost slamming the plates on the table). Proceeded to yell at me to draw attention & embarrass me because I'm not giving her the minimum tip when I was going to give her 15% because it wasn't the best service. I was left disappointed because it was embarrassing that she yelled at me.

Feb 12, 2022
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1 Review
3.0


We really had fun, it's an amazing place

Feb 7, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Merci à l'équipe du santos bar super bonne nourriture comme toujours super bon service à la clientèle super bonne musique je retournerai souvent

Feb 6, 2022
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2.5

Was really excited to go there last night with my friend, we had heard good things about this place.
A challenge finding parking on a saturday night in old port (to be expected).
Once we got there at 7, staff asked us if we had reservations, got asked for the vaxcode + id, & ushered to our table which was good.

We got sat on the mezzanine, first table looking down into the place, I love the decor!
Wooden chairs are small & low! Couldn't cross my legs under the table & I'm a female 5'7.
We got the tartare au saumon, the pieuvre & the calmars fris. The portions were disappointingly small for the price. Like I get that it's higher end, but not even a handful of calmaris for 18, 3 tiny pieces of pieuvre for over 20... tiny chips next to the onion & cucomber filled tartare... Maybe the plates were oversized so the portions looked small? Idk.
The higher price paid was definately not because the product is of great quality. Santos is making a huge margin on it & could/should increase their portions or quality because it feels like a ripoff.

By the time our food got here, the music got really loud, not great for conversation! We were yelling at the top of our lungs almost the whole evening... But at least the music was good! Good job DJ!

We also got drinks!
The pitcher slim was way to syrupy & sugary for our taste, good thing we only got them as a 1 drink & not a whole pitcher. We also got the Henny spritz & the bourbon lemonade. The spritz was fine.
I enjoyed my bourbon lemonade so much I got it twice!
Toilets were fine, the taps in the female restroom are chrome, so all the dirt shows on them.. not a cute look. Please make sure to clean the sinks well, at least have someone making them look tidyier.
Last thing was the paying experience. We asked the addition welll in advance, because we know sometimes it takes forever. & it did! We waited a while to get our addition (long enough for us to chat, go to the bathroom each individually & come back + 5-10 mins give or take).
The machine is set to 18%, 20% or 22%.
I know you can go back & change the tip manually & put in 15%, but who is really doing so after a couple of drinks?
This is shady business practices in my opinion.
I feel like Santos is getting inflated tips on the back of their clients because the paying experience is already unpleasant & the waiter is just standing there waiting for you (which is normal), but you kind of feel bad taking your time to change the tips to 15% (which is fair considering your bill & the good service). I felt cheated on when I pressed 18%, I guess its the price you pay for being convenient & wanting things to go efficiently.
If your client came in to have a good time, get drinks & have fun, don't ruin the experience by over changing them on already over changed dishes & drinks.
It really ruined the experience for me.
Enough to write this review.
Fix your machines, at kampai too.
Thanks!

Feb 6, 2022
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1 Review
4.5

Ajouter des desserts au menu

Feb 5, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Went here with my friends for my 20th birthday & it was so fun! My birthday was on Tuesday so girls drink free & they had an awesome DJ! Would recommend

Dec 15, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

My husband, daughter & I visited Montreal for 4 nights & had our last night's meal at Santos. We had a great table right by the window, the food & drinks were amazing as was the service & the music. We would recommend this as a for sure to go to in Old Montreal.

Dec 13, 2021
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1.5

Je ne vous recommandé pas la place pour la nourriture sans goût & des plats minuscules que même la serveuse était gênée des portions. Ambiance ok mais vraiment déçue avec la nourriture.

Dec 11, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Great food, good music & the service was awesome

Nov 28, 2021