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Taste Spain in Montreal: Tapeo, Alma, and La Sala Rosa

If you’re looking for the best Spanish restaurants in Montreal, look no further than Montrealnightlife.com. Experience the delicious regional cuisine without the long flight to Spain by checking out Tapeo, Alma, and La Sala Rosa. Each restaurant offers authentic dishes that will transport you to Spain, from traditional and unique tapas at Tapeo to a Mediterranean-inspired carte blanche menu at Alma. If you are looking for some entertainment while you dine, La Sala Rosa has a few Flamenco dancers that will bring up the hit heat even more!

All three of our restaurant suggestions will transport you to Spain without the long flight, and you can rest assured that all ingredients are fresh and accurate to Spanish culinary traditions. Tapas are synonymous with Spanish cuisine, but they are just one part of a larger picture of a delicious cuisine that also offers incredible full meals. Restaurants such as Tapeo, Sala Rosa, and Alma are the highlights of Montreal’s Spanish food scene, and once you book your table with montrealnightlife.com, you will be dreaming of matadors, Gaudi, and Spanish beaches. 

Not only will Montrealnightlife.com help you book a table at one of the city’s best Spanish restaurants for a delicious date night, but we also offer the bonus of connecting you with one of Montreal’s top nightclubs or bars to round out your weekends. But that’s only part of it – if you’re visiting from out of town, Montrealnightlife.com can also take care of your hotel needs in prime locations throughout the city, offering travel accommodations at unbeatable rates. Contact them today at 438-995-6496 to find out how to have the perfect weekend in Montreal, from a delicious dinner to a night on the town. 

Tapeo

Location: 511 Rue Villeray, Montreal, QC H2R 1H5

Tapeo is one of Montreal’s most popular Spanish restaurants, serving traditional and unique tapas that will keep your mouth watering for days. One big challenge you will face at Tapeo is not trying to order the entire menu. It is that good, and the best way to experience it is to reserve your tables immediately and dig in. You can choose between hot and cold tapas prepared by the excellent team of chefs led by chef de cuisine Marie Fleur St-Pierre.  Everything you can order on the menu screams authenticity, and a Spanish wine only adds to the experience. A restaurant like Tapeo transports you to Spain through your taste buds, and whether you are looking to impress your date or enjoy a meal with friends, this Villeray gem is for everyone.

Alma

Location: 1231 Av. Lajoie, Outremont, QC H2V 1P2

The Alma is a small, elegant restaurant in Outremont, Montreal, that embodies Spanish culinary passion. Owned by Chef Juan Lopez Luna and Sommelier Lindsay Brennan, this neighborhood gem offers a menu that celebrates the Mediterranean, Catalan wines, and local Quebec produce. The must-try carte blanche menu, inspired by the Mar y Montaña concept, features a series of dishes that unfold with an emphasis on local seafood and vegetables. Paired with various Catalan wines, each dish is artfully crafted and bursting with flavor. Standouts include octopus carpaccio, grilled squid with black garlic aioli, beef tartare with shiitake mushrooms, and black truffle. 

La Sala Rosa Restaurant

Location: 4848 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, Quebec H2T 1R5

La Sala Rosa is a casual restaurant that offers delicious tapas, paella, and weekly house specials that change frequently. The restaurant is a link between the Spanish community and the Mile End/Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhoods of Montreal. As a restaurant and event space, La Sala Rosa is known for its primarily bright red decor, including the bar, which serves Spanish orange sparkling wines and craft gin cocktails. In addition to its great food, La Sala Rosa also hosts a free flamenco show every Thursday at 8:45 pm, featuring dancing, singing, and live guitar, creating a unique and memorable experience. It’s important not to confuse La Sala Rosa with La Sala Rossa, a music venue upstairs. If you’re looking for a cozy and welcoming restaurant with great food and a unique cultural experience, La Sala Rosa is definitely worth a visit.

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