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Viana Grillades Portugaises
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Viana Grillades Portugaises

LaSalle
4.6$ & $$
OPEN11:30 am - 9 pm
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Viana Grillades Portugaises Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Bem-vindos a Viana! Antonio & Celeste Da Costa from a small village in Northern Portugal, were inspired by the idea of crossing the ocean to create a better life for themselves and their children. They immigrated to Canada in 1978 and settled in Lasalle borough in the early 1980s. In 1984 their son, Carlos Costa began working at one of Montreal's finest landmarks, Jano Grillades. He worked there for close to 30 years and acquired deeply rooted knowledge of Portuguese cuisine. Carlos and his son Fabio shared a passion for hard work and the food service industry. Along with the help and support of his wife Ines and daughter Vanessa, they decided as a family that they would embark on a passion project which would allow them to fulfill a lifelong dream. As proud Luso-Canadians, Fabio and Vanessa were inspired by their father's hometown Viana do Castelo, where they vacationed every summer. Viana is an homage to their heritage, and a place where they are able to share and multiply the love they have for their culture. Obrigado!

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Reviews for Viana Grillades Portugaises

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Review Summary

Viana Grillades Portugaises receives widespread praise for juicy, well seasoned chicken, generous portions, and friendly, attentive service, with many reviewers calling it a standout for authentic Portuguese flavors and the house sauces, and noting a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with charming decor; some guests single out the noise from ventilation and loud music as a downside, making it less ideal for family meals, while a few takeout experiences point to occasional inconsistencies in items or changes to loyalty programs after ownership changes. Overall the reviews convey a small, unpretentious spot that delivers satisfying, solid Portuguese fare at good value, with dishes ranging from the beloved chicken and chorizo to cod, poutine, and pastéis de nata, and multiple mentions of wanting to return for both dine-in and takeout.
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5.0

Every time in Lasalle ,our go to spot , always fresh salad , fries off the hook , chicken & ribs to die for ! Takeout is fast & freindly people work there . Always consistent at Viana , which is the key to operating a resto .

Jan 23, 2026
on Google

Delicious portuguese chicken, always very satisfied!

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
5.0

Had lunch today with my buddy. The portions were generous & the chicken tasted great!

Dec 3, 2025
on Google
5.0

Chicken is so good & tender. my chicken sandwich was unreal it was so good & the fries are so good I didn't even need sauce with them. Such a cool experience & beautiful atmosphere. Best Portuguese restaurant in Montreal. Super friendly staff & very nice place over all.

Dec 3, 2025
on Google

Found this restaurant on a search for takeout portugese chicken. At the dinner party I provided the chicken & it was a hit. We all loved it. I asked for the mild spice & it was perfect. I will definitely be going back again. I also ordered a small salad for one person. It was nice fresh & crisp lettuce & vegetables. Not a soggy old brown salad that many other restaurants provide on take out.

Nov 9, 2025
on Google
4.0

Good portuguese chicken spot inlasalle. Chicken sandwhich on point just missing abit more sauce

Sep 29, 2025
on Google

We were in the area & wanted to eat a lunch that we wouldn't feel guilty about. I ordered the half chicken & it was pretty much perfect. The spicy sauce is very flavorful, not just hot. My wife had the chorizo & it was great too. I highly recommend Viana & will be going back soon.

Sep 27, 2025
on Google

Chicken is super tasty !! I recommend 110%

Jul 12, 2025
on Google
5.0

I've passed by this place a few times but then I decided to check it out. Hidden inside a strip mall away from the main commercial arteries, it's easy to miss.

Named after the owner Fabio's hometown of Viana, picturesque photos of which add to the lively decor, it has an impressive menu of authentic Portuguese-style food served by friendly staff.

I opted for a large format Portuguese poutine, non-spicy. Let me tell you, it was a big heaping big bowl filled with crispy fries (a little on the salty side), cheese curds, tender grilled chicken & pork, gravy & their signature spicy sauce topped with a sprinkling of dry parsley.

It was tasty & quite filling.

The other menu items I've tried are the Portuguese fried whole chicken ($15.00 if ordered from their carry out only menu, but no fries & no eating it on the premises) & the half chicken from their sit down menu, with fries & salad.

They've also recently issued a loyalty card.

Definitely worth the visit.

That was six years ago, now I'm not so sure. Two years ago I was shocked to find out that the owner had committed suicide & frankly it just isn't the same without him.

I visited again recently & the new owners have kept Fabio's photograph (the other family heirlooms are gone) & have added a donation jar to Suicide Action Montreal which I found to be a nice touch.

What I did not find nice was them cancelling the loyalty card. Discontinuing the program is one thing, but refusing to honor the loyalty cards of loyal customers whose patronage made the business what it is I find to be insulting.

On top of that, on my last visit I decided to attend a special tasting to support local businesses & ordered their six tiny tacos which came to $48.00 each, plus tax of course. This was a bit over budget & when I didn't leave a tip, the new owner called me on it said that we tip our employees.

He basically called me a thief.

Well, you may have saved yourself the cost of a chorizo sandwich but you've now lost a customer.

Jun 25, 2025
on Google

Have ordered takeout chicken dinners from this place twice now & boy is it tasty. All of the people at the party that I was hosting were like where is his chicken from & I proudly told them from this awesome little place right near my house. Looking forward to trying some of your other dishes & dining in also!

Jun 1, 2025
on Google

The rice was tasty, the chicken was too spicy, & the meal was a little bit expensive.

Mar 21, 2025
on Google

Seriously the best Portuguese chicken i had in the last 10 years super clean spot amazing team behind that legendary tender chicken & calamaris

Feb 28, 2025
on Google

Amazing Portuguese chicken. Highly recommend, we will return.

Jan 28, 2025
on Google

This was a beautiful & cozy atmosphere that had a great vibe for families to enjoy a meal, or for friends to grab a drink & chill. The chicken is cooked fresh with traditional flavours & very tasty sauce. Highly recommended to not just grab a meal here, but to also hang out & vibe in the ambiance.

Sep 20, 2024
on Google

Amazing place to get Portuguese chicken. The quality of the food is very good & the service is super friendly. It's a small place, so I recommend take-out. They have a local beer & it's very tasty.

Sep 15, 2024
on Google

Chicken & chorizo sandwich is to die for!

Aug 7, 2024
on Google

Have to try this place. The owner's daughter was very welcoming & guided us through the menu. The chicken was taste, juicy & had just the right amount of flavor. Loved their fries. Have to go again & taste their desserts...

Aug 6, 2024
on Google

This restaurant used to be so good. Since the ownership changed, it is ok not more than that. The chicken I got was dry, the sauce also was dry on the chicken. The food served by a Portuguese restaurant chain less than a kilometre from Viana is bette

Aug 3, 2024
on Google
4.0

Good stuff. Got the chicken sandwich.

Jul 18, 2024
on Google

Oh man, best Portuguese chicken I've had in a while. The chicken was grilled right in front of us. Besides the amazing smells, they made it perfectly. Juicy & delicious. Their rice is so good, super flavourful & fresh delicious salad with a tasty inhouse dressing. Lastly, their Piri Piri sauce, i don't have words. I could have drank it 😄

May 17, 2024
on Google