Sabrosa
Vieux Montréal, Montréal
Restaurant in Montréal, Canada
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Sabrosa works when Old Montréal convenience matters more than a highly defined chef or cuisine story. Use it for lunch, early dinner, or a low-friction group meal near Place Jacques-Cartier; for a more formal French $$$$ dinner, Le Club Chasse et Pêche is the stronger splurge comparison.
About Sabrosa
Sabrosa is a casual Montréal option with operating hours that vary by day. Use it when the priority is planning around a simple fact set: city, dress code, hours.
Use the Montréal location for a casual visit planned around hours
The practical case here is simple: Sabrosa has a casual dress code and opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, with evening hours on most operating days. It is closed Wednesday and opens at 5 PM on Tuesday. Beyond those basics, avoid assuming a specific cuisine, menu format, chef, price point, or special-occasion positioning unless you have checked the venue's current official information.
For a reader choosing across Montréal, this is a different decision from booking Le Club Chasse et Pêche. Sabrosa is better treated as a casual option when its hours and dress code fit the plan. If the goal is to compare other Montréal dining rooms, you can also look at Terrasse Perché, Maggie Oakes, Jacopo, or Le 404.
What to do next if you have already been once
Come back when convenience is the point. Sabrosa is open from 11:30 AM to 10 PM on Monday, Thursday, Sunday; 5 PM to 10 PM on Tuesday; 11:30 AM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday; and closed Wednesday. That makes it easier to consider on most open days, without building the decision around menu or service claims.
For broader planning, use Our full Montréal restaurants guide alongside other Montréal options such as Le 404, Jacopo, Terrasse Perché, Maggie Oakes, Le Club Chasse et Pêche. If the day needs more than a restaurant booking, cross-check Our full Montréal hotels guide and Our full Montréal bars guide.
Quick reference: choose Sabrosa for a casual Montréal visit when the hours work for your plan, not because of any award, tasting-menu format, chef claim, signature dish, or price signal.
Planning details
- Location
- 404 Pl. Jacques-Cartier, Montréal, QC H2Y 1G8, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sabrosamontreal.com
- Phone
- +15143266300
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sabrosa anchors itself in Old Montreal's historic fabric, set on the cobblestones of Place Jacques-Cartier where terraces and pedestrian life define the block. The piece frames the restaurant as part of a quieter, resident-minded tier of addresses that prizes substance over spectacle, positioning it as a discreet, charming spot for diners who value serious cooking in a picturesque setting. The editorial stresses the collaborative nature of Montreal's independent kitchens, so the restaurant reads as an intimate, refined outpost rather than a tourist-facing spectacle.
Best For
Sabrosa suits diners looking for focused, evening meals in Old Montreal. The profile ties the restaurant to the city's ambitious mid-range and upper-tier scene, making it a good pick for date nights, celebratory dinners and sit-down group meals where the company and the cooking both matter. Summer brings a livelier street scene when terraces fill, while winter settles the neighbourhood into a quieter, more local rhythm—so plan for a convivial outdoor energy in warm months and a calmer, intimate dining experience in the colder season.
Ordering Tips
Lean into Sabrosa's signature, shareable flavors: order the Birria Tacos and Tacos al Pastor to sample the kitchen's take on classic taco preparations, and balance those with the brighter Shrimp Ceviche and the Salmon Tiradito to taste its fresher, ceviche-style offerings. Because the menu blends approaches, consider ordering a selection to pass around the table so everyone gets a sense of the restaurant's range. If you go in summer, a terrace seat lets you enjoy the lively Place Jacques-Cartier atmosphere while you taste through the highlights.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and welcoming with beautiful decor in a hushed, warm setting; historic stone architecture with modern touches reflecting the energy of Mexico City, Lima, and Buenos Aires.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Birria Tacos
- Shrimp Ceviche
- Salmon Tiradito
- Tacos al Pastor
Planning details
Location
404 Pl. Jacques-Cartier, Montréal, QC H2Y 1G8, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the occasion needs a more formal dinner, cross-shop Le Club Chasse et Pêche. If the group mainly wants ambiance in Old Montréal, try Terrasse Perché instead.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Old Montréal
Sabrosa is the convenience play in this set: useful when the group wants Place Jacques-Cartier access and an easier booking. Le Club Chasse et Pêche is the clear splurge choice, with French $$$$ positioning and a better fit for a planned dinner where the restaurant is the point of the night.
Maggie Oakes makes more sense for a steakhouse-leaning meal, while Terrasse Perché is the better cross-shop when ambiance is the main draw. Jacopo and Le 404 are the names to compare when the brief is simply “Old Montréal dinner” and the group is deciding by room, availability, price comfort rather than a specific cuisine craving.
Book Sabrosa when ease wins. Choose Le Club Chasse et Pêche when the meal needs more polish, Maggie Oakes when the group wants a more familiar steakhouse-style format, Terrasse Perché when the setting matters more than menu depth.
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Compare Sabrosa
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabrosa | Montréal | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Le 404 | Montréal | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Maggie Oakes | Montréal | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Terrasse Perché | Montréal | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Le Club Chasse et Pêche | Montréal | French | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America RecommendedMichelin Guide Quebec 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5792025 Michelin Plate |
| Jacopo | Montréal | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Sabrosa?
How far ahead should I book Sabrosa?
If you plan to visit, check the venue's current booking channels and note the published hours: Sabrosa is closed Wednesday, opens at 5 PM on Tuesday, opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
Can Sabrosa accommodate groups?
Contact Sabrosa directly if you are planning for a larger party.
When is Sabrosa open?
Sabrosa is open Monday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Tuesday 5–10 PM, Thursday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–11 PM, Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM, Sunday 11:30 AM–10 PM. It is closed Wednesday.
What should a first-timer know about Sabrosa?
Plan around the hours: Monday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Tuesday 5–10 PM, Wednesday closed, Thursday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM, Sunday 11:30 AM–10 PM.
