Montreal Italian Restaurant Review | Was the 1-Hour Wait Worth It?

📍 Barbara | Saint-Henri District ⏳ Wait Time: Nearly 1 hour on a Saturday night (7:30 PM arrival) 💰 Price: ~$50+ tax per person (small portions – left hungry!) 🍽️ Dining Experience 🌿 Ambience Lovely terrace with greenery, perfect for summer evenings Mostly locals; weekend crowds guaranteed ⏱️ Service Slow pacing (30+ mins between courses) Friendly staff but visibly understaffed 🍝 Food Review 1️⃣ Starters Burrata Salad: Fresh cheese but boring greens (just arugula + vinaigrette) Fried Artichokes: Over-battered, greasy ❌ 2️⃣ Mains Handmade Pasta (Ragu): Al dente noodles, average meat sauce Grilled Octopus: Tiny portion (3 pieces for $32!), poor value Tiramisu: Star of the show! boozy & airy ✅ 🍷 Wine Great natural wine selection (try the orange wine!) 💡 Verdict ✅ Best for: Date night | Instagram pics | Wine lovers ❌ Skip if: You're hungry | In a rush | Prefer bold flavors Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Great vibe, mediocre food) 📝 Pro Tips Order: Tiramisu, natural wine Avoid: Fried artichokes, octopus Insider hack: Weekday lunches may have better portions #MTLItalian #OverhypedEats #SaintHenriFoodie