🍷 Must-Try Spanish Gem in Montreal!

I haven’t been this impressed by a Spanish restaurant in ages! Ibéricos Taverne à Tapas Espagnoles—a cozy, family-run spot in the Mount Royal area—is an absolute must-visit for tapas and paella lovers. 🏡 Vibe A charming two-story eatery with romantic, intimate lighting—and the second you walk in, the aroma of saffron-infused seafood paella hits you. Heaven. 🦞 Standout Dishes 1️⃣ SEAFOOD PAELLA (€28/person, min. 2 people) Giant portion—packed with tiger prawns, mussels, fish, and regular shrimp. Perfectly cooked rice (no undercooked grains here!). We licked the pan clean—that good. CARB LOVER’S DREAM. 2️⃣ OYSTERS So fresh, so sweet—we ordered 6, then 12 more because they were that addictive. The citrusy mignonette sauce enhances their natural brininess. 3️⃣ GRILLED OCTOPUS (Pulpo a la Gallega) Tender, smoky, and well-seasoned (only downside: tapas portion is small). 4️⃣ GARLIC SHRIMP (Gambas al Ajillo) The sauce tastes like Chinese 13-spice crayfish—unexpected but delicious! Pro tip: Soak up the sauce with bread (though their baguette is very hard). 5️⃣ CROQUETTES (Croquetas de Jamón) Crispy outside, molten cheese + ham inside—pure indulgence (but don’t overdo it, they’re rich!). 🚫 Skip These Tuna Tataki (meh, not why you’re here) Crème Brûlée (the sweetest, worst I’ve ever had—seriously, avoid!) 💰 Price ~$80-100 CAD per person (worth every penny). 📍 Ibéricos Taverne à Tapas Espagnoles (Google it!) #MontrealEats #SpanishFood #DateNightSpot #HiddenGem #PaellaHeaven