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Helena, Montreal, QC

Helena

4.8
4.8
1903 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Portuguese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
The restaurant Helena team welcomes you in a warm, colourful and modern atmosphere, where you are invited to share and enjoy a delicious meal in good company. An unforgettable experience that allows you to discover all the refinement of Portuguese cuisine and wines for a lunch or an evening out, whether with a group or family, for a couple’s night out, or to talk business.

Guests are invited to select and to share petiscos (tapas), providing an opportunity to taste all of Portugal’s flavours, from the more familiar to the unexpected, in a friendly atmosphere. More than a simple à la carte meal, restaurant Helena proposes a true feast to savour at the table !

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Portuguese
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (514) 878-1555
  • Website
    http://www.restauranthelena.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Helena Loureiro

Menu

Tapas Quentes

  • Pasteis de bacalhau (4)CA$16.00

    Croquettes de morue salée: pommes de terre, œufs, & aïoli épicée [Cod fritters: potato, eggs & spicy aïoli]

    • Camarão grelhado, lulas & molho piri-piriCA$25.00

      Tagliatelle de calamars & crevettes grillées, sauce piri-piri [Calamari tagliatelle & Grilled shrimps, piri-piri sauce]

      • Polvo grelhadoCA$28.00

        Pieuvre grillée (Grilled Octupus)

        • Filetes de sardinhas assadasCA$22.00

          Filets de sardines grillées (Grilled sardines filets)

          • Vieiras salteadasCA$28.00

            Pétoncles poêlées & foie gras (Seared Scallops with foie gras)

            • Caldo verdeCA$10.00

              Soupe portugaise de pommes de terre et chouriço (Portuguese soup with potatoes and chouriço)

              Peixe & Mariscos

              • Calçada de bacalhauCA$42.00

                Effiloché de morue salée, carpaccio de morue fraîche (Salted cod with fresh cod carpaccio)

                • Arrivages du jour / Catch of the day

                  • Prix du marché / Market price

                • Peixe da lota recheado

                  Poisson entier farci (Stuffed whole fish)

                  • Prato do pescador para 2CA$120.00

                    Fruits de mer grillés pour 2 (Grilled seafood for 2)

                    Carnes

                    • Lombo de vaca grelhadoCA$52.00

                      Filet mignon de boeuf , légumes du jour, sauce aux champignons (Grilled filet mignon with vegetables and mushroom sauce)

                      • Naco de carne com osso para 2 pess. Tomahawk

                        Côte de bœuf Angus AAA grillé [Grilled Angus AAA steak]

                        • Prix du marché / Market price

                      • Alcatra de vitelaCA$48.00

                        Quasi de veau avec légumes racines (Tender veal with root vegetables)

                        • Sela de borregoCA$52.00

                          Carré d'agneau du Québec grillé avec sauce au porto (Rack of lamb with porto sauce)

                          Salada

                          • Salada de espargosCA$25.00

                            Salade ď asperges grillées, Serrano, amandesrôties, purée d' amandes & fromage São Jorge [Grilled asparagussalad, Serrano ham, roasted almonds, almond puree & São Jorge]

                            • Salada HelenaCA$22.00

                              Salade composée Helena (Helena mixed salad)

                              Tapas Frias

                              • Prato de presunto SerranoCA$24.00

                                Assiette de prosciutto Serrano [Serrano ham plate]

                                • Bife de filé mignon com molho de sardinhasCA$25.00

                                  Filet mignon tranché froid avec sauce aux sardines (Filet mignon served cold with sardines)

                                  • Gaspacho alentejanoCA$10.00

                                    Soupe froide portugaise (Portuguese cold soup)

                                    Sobremesas / Desserts

                                    • Les Traditionnels Pasteis de nataCA$12.00

                                      Tartelettes Portugaises [Portuguese tarts]

                                      • Farturas com chocolate & PortoCA$16.00

                                        Churros et trilogie de sauces [Churros, trilogy of sauces]

                                        • Sorvetes / Sabores de estaçãoCA$12.00

                                          Sorbets aux saveurs de saison [Seasonal flavoured sorbets]

                                          • Les salés Francela de queijos

                                            Assiette de fromages [Cheese platter]

                                            • ppCA$17.00

                                          • Chocolates Helena (4mcx)CA$18.00

                                            Chocolats Helena (Helena chocolates)

                                            • Natas do céuCA$16.00

                                              Crème du paradis portugaise (Portuguese paradise cream)

                                              • Disco de chocolateCA$16.00

                                                Palet de chocolat et glace à la vanille (Chocolate palet with vanilla ice cream)

                                                • Mignardises (4 mcx)CA$14.00

                                                  Assortiments de petites douceurs (Assortment of small sweets)

                                                  Last updated: 7 September 2023

                                                  What 1,903 people are saying

                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                  4.8
                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Diners' Choice Awards

                                                  • Montreal / Quebec

                                                    Good for business meals

                                                  • Montreal

                                                    Good for business meals

                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  Helena offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food and service." Guests rave about the "delicious tasting menu" and exquisite Portuguese cuisine. The atmosphere is charming, and the staff are attentive and professional. While some mention higher prices, the quality of food and memorable experiences make it "worth every penny." Helena is a must-visit for anyone in Montreal seeking authentic flavors and a welcoming ambiance.

                                                  1,903 Reviews

                                                  1. Victoria

                                                    Greater Boston

                                                    42 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    42 reviews

                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Staff were lovely Our server explained food drinks and wine options to us with knowledge and helped guide us in making great choices.

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                                                  2. Sylvie

                                                    Montreal

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Very nice! We went for lunch and enjoyed everything

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                                                  3. OpenTable Diner

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Époustoufflant! Exquis!! Magnifico!!! Merci Helena. Joyeuses Fetes!

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                                                  4. Diane

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Tout est frais et excellent, de l’entrée au dessert, c’est un mélange de saveur incroyable. Table d’hôte-Entrée de Sardines A1, repas palourde et porc très tendre en mijoté…excellent. Dessert au chocolat avec des touches de gelée de fruit et fruits frais et croustillants ajoutés. Je recommande cette belle expérience!!!

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                                                  5. Alain

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Quelques groupes fêtaient Noel d’où le bruit. Excellent, nous alllons revenir.

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                                                  6. Duarte

                                                    Montreal

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Le Restaurant Helena est sans aucun doute une des meilleures et grandes tables de la restauration à Montréal. Tout y est pensé et exécuté à la perfection. Quoique la gastronomie portugaise y est mise à l'honneur, la fusion des différents plats créés par l'excellente Chef-propriétaire Helena nous fait aussi voyager ailleurs aussi. Le service y est exemplaire et ajoute encore de la valeur à l'expérience. À ne pas manquer. Vaut un détour. P. S. Je constate que quelqu'un a retiré une de mes photos sur mon évaluation originale, sans m'en aviser. On n'a pas dû l'aimer... C'est la dernière fois que je fais une évaluation sur ce site.

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                                                  7. Shyamal

                                                    New York City

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    Dined on 5 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    The salad, squid and black bass (which both of us had) were exquisite - the gastronomical masterclass of Helena, the chef, stood out. The ambience was classy but not overpowering. Our server was a wonderful conversationist.

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                                                  8. cindy

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Both the staff and food are wonderful and Impeccable! This is a portrayal of Portugal.

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                                                  9. Valérie

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Je vous recommande ce restaurant et surtout la table d’hôte avec l’accord des vins. De très bonnes portions et tellement succulent. Excellent service de la part de tout le personnel accueillant et chaleureux. Merci Michelle , notre serveuse principale , pour avoir servi notre table de filles avec enthousiasme et professionnalisme. 5 étoiles

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                                                  10. eric

                                                    Montreal

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Really enjoyed my dinner. ****** service and food.

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                                                  Helena is rated 4.8 stars by 1903 OpenTable diners.

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                                                  2 people
                                                  19:00
                                                  Booked 24 times today
                                                  Google Map for Helena

                                                  438, McGill, Montreal, QC H2Y2G1

                                                  Dining areas

                                                  Additional information

                                                  • Cross Street
                                                    Saint-Maurice
                                                  • Area
                                                    Old Montreal
                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
                                                  • Price
                                                    CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                  • Cuisines
                                                    Portuguese
                                                  • Dining style
                                                    Casual Dining
                                                  • Dress code
                                                    Casual Dress
                                                  • Parking details
                                                    Metered Parking on street
                                                  • Payment Options
                                                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                    Helena Loureiro
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