🍷 Montreal | Spanish Seafood Paella Done Right

A long-time saved "white people food" gem in my album finally gets its spotlight! 🇪🇸 🧾 Our Order 🦐 garlic shrimps Jumbo shrimp with snappy texture, drowned in garlicky butter—foolproof deliciousness. 🐙 octopus salad Tender grilled octopus (no rubbery chew!) with grapefruit, pickled onions, and sweet potato mash. 🥘padlaala Tapea FINALLY a paella with fully cooked rice! Tomato-based sauce is rich, and seafood overloads the dish (think "finding rice in a sea of treasures"). Fresh herbs cut through the richness. 🐟Salmon Tartare 🍗Chichen piri-piri 🥩 grilled beef tab 🍹 Drinks No cocktail menu, but classics like Old Fashioned (smoky & bold—though ruined by fast-melting small ice) and Mojito are available. Nearby tables mostly had wine—the sommelier looked legit. 💬 Verdict Pros: Fresh seafood, generous portions, cozy nighttime vibe. Cons: Salty AF (perfect with drinks), cramped seating, parking nightmare (use valet!). 📍 Tapeo 511 Rue Villeray, Montréal #MontrealEats #SpanishFood #PaellaLover #FoodieFind