Montreal Paella
2026-07-18T03:05:27.946Z
This Spanish restaurant is truly special. Although I haven’t yet been to Valencia, I have travelled throughout Spain, and I can confidently say that the cooking here is both genuinely authentic and exceptionally well executed.Nothing feels compromised or adapted for convenience—not even the ingredients. The quality is what you would expect to find in Spain itself, and it is remarkable that they have managed to bring it all together here in Montreal. Honestly, several of the dishes were better than versions I have had at highly rated restaurants in Madrid and Catalonia.The Pintxo Gilda was excellent, with olives, high-quality anchovies, and the proper traditional peppers. I was especially impressed that they used the authentic peppers found in Spain, rather than substituting the cheaper, more readily available varieties that many restaurants use.The Croquetas de Jamón Ibérico were flawlessly executed—crisp on the outside, creamy inside, and better than any croquetas I have had in Spain.The Paella Valenciana was another standout. It was made with the correct variety of beans, and the rice was cooked perfectly without becoming overdone. It had a decent socarrat, although maybe could have used another minute on the flame, and both the rabbit and chicken were cooked perfectly and were very moist.For anyone who wants to experience traditional Spanish cuisine without flying to Spain, this is the definitely the place to go in Montreal. Will definitely be back many times more.