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Santos Tapas Bar

Authentic Spanish flavors meet the vibrant spirit of Old Montreal in every shared plate.

Old Montreal
4.1$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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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

Food
Service
on Google3.9 (2500+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
58%
4★
15%
3★
9%
2★
15%
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3%

Review Summary

Santos Tapas Bar is widely recognized as a vibrant destination in the Old Port of Montreal, celebrated for its electric atmosphere, energetic music, and chic décor. Many guests praise the establishment as an ideal spot for social gatherings, girls nights, and bachelor parties, noting that it successfully transitions from a lively restaurant to a fun dance venue late at night. While the majority of reviews highlight exceptional service from the attentive staff, delicious cocktails, and flavorful food offerings like the guacamole and seafood dishes, some visitors mention inconsistencies regarding portion sizes, pricing, and occasional service delays. Although the venue is highly recommended for its welcoming energy and professional team, a few patrons have raised concerns regarding facility maintenance, entry policies, and varying levels of attentiveness from certain staff members.
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Tourist trap, don't go there

Aug 8, 2026
on Google

Gen queen of Santos excellent service

Aug 7, 2026
on Google

First time here & Vynetta was amazing! Super friendly, great service & made really good drinks. Definitely coming back!

Definitely ask for Vynetta if you're there she'll take care of you!

Aug 7, 2026
on Google

Nous n'avons que pris un apero, sans repas. Le service est très convivial & rapide. Les cocktails étaient délicieux

Aug 6, 2026
on Google

Sick spot, shout out to amal, best bartender!

Aug 5, 2026
on Google

Excellent service super ambiance shout out amal

Aug 5, 2026
on Google

Thank you for the service ! Shout out to Amal for the great service !

Aug 5, 2026
on Google

I have nothing but raving reviews for Genevieve & the staff at Santos.

On July 29, 2026, while attending the International Society of Music Education conference in Montreal, we hosted two back-to-back events at Santos: a University of Toronto networking social event, & an informal book launch/open jam event.

We reached out to Santos in early June to inquire about the availability of their restaurant to host our event.

After sharing our vision for the two back-to-back events, Santos graciously made their restaurant available to host our events.

The entire experience working with Genevieve was fantastic, from email communications, to a phone call to clarify our catering needs, to accommodating our desires to set up & host an open jam during our book launch event.

On the day of the event, the staff was very courteous & supportive of our set up needs.

The food was amazing & the environment & vibe cultivated at both events exceeded our expectations.

I would not think twice about hosting another event at Santos if I needed to host a similar social or book launch event in Montreal in the future.

I highly recommend Santos Restaurant for your next social gathering or event!

Aug 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

Zack, vraiment chaleureux, très bonne personne

Aug 3, 2026
on Google

Audrey provided excellent service & ensured we were able to receive our drinks timely! It was a great vibe, even for a Sunday night! Great experience overall.

Aug 2, 2026
on Google