Montreal's pasta scene blends Italian tradition with modern flair, offering handmade pastas from cozy trattorias to chic eateries, crafted with local ingredients and classic techniques, with dishes like tagliatelle bolognese, gnocchi cacio e pepe, and inventive twists.
Viva panettone teams up with Dario Bivona to reinvent Colomba as Colombisu, a soft, airy bird-shaped Easter cake infused with coffee, cream and candied oranges. The Easter collection includes traditional, chocolate and Colombisu Colombe, plus Le Choccottone and Le Bec Sucré, with four gourmet variations like Colombisù and Colomba-Tiramisu Colombelle; buy on the Viva panettone site or at partner locations.
Montreal celebrates Festa di San Giuseppe with Zeppole di San Giuseppe, a Neapolitan pastry tradition offering flavors from ricotta and Nutella to pistachio and cream. Find the best at Alati-Caserta, Vimont, Italia, and Gema Pizzeria for a sweet, festive taste of Italy.
Montreal's Italian restaurants offer a romantic, la dolce vita dining scene with cozy, softly lit spaces and vibrant decor. From shareable pizzas and comforting pastas to refined seafood dishes and signature cocktails, this guide highlights gems perfect for a memorable date night in the city.
Montreal's burrata scene spans Greater Montreal, from Old Montréal to Little Italy, pairing creamy Italian cheese with tomatoes, olives, prosciutto and basil. Discover top spots like Dinette Marcella, Ristorante Donato, Jacopo, Lucca, Brama, Primo & Secondo, Sotto by Soubois, BarBara, Viva, Bis Ristorante, Bevo and Da Emma for memorable burrata starters and Italian tapas.
Pasta & Vino at Prezze Mollo offers a weekly Pasta & Wine special on Tuesday and Wednesday for $29, featuring the signature Cacio, Grappa e Pepe pasta prepared tableside in a cheese wheel and paired with a sommelier's choice wine, delivering a comforting, authentic Italian experience in the heart of Montreal.
Montreal's Café Gentile brings its Sicilian hospitality to the West Island in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, serving world-class espresso, house-made pastas, and wood-fired Gentile Pizza Parlour fare in a stylish flagship that fuses old-world charm with a bright, modern atmosphere.
BOSSA brings its famous Italian sandwiches to Quartier DIX30 in Brossard, offering bold ingredients, massive portions, and authentic Italian products. From a ready-to-eat counter to specialty groceries, this family-run institution expands to the South Shore for sandwich lovers.
Montreal's holiday season centers on panettone and pandoro, classics from Verona and Milan reimagined by local bakers. A curated scene spans Little Italy to Mile End, with traditional textures and bold twists from La Cornetteria, Viva Panettone, Arte & Farina, Cafe Olimpico, and more.
Little Italy Montreal centers on Jean-Talon Market, blending classic Italian heritage with modern cafes, eateries and craft beer. From Mon Lapin and Gus to San Gennaro, Bottega and L'Osso, this neighborhood offers espresso, pizza, charcuterie, and vibrant markets, an authentic culinary hub.
Celebrate the holidays at Restaurant Luce in Repentigny, an Italian gem with ambiance, refined cuisine, and Italian hospitality. Perfect for corporate events, family gatherings, or festive get-togethers, it features group holiday menus, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, and catering to bring authentic flavors to your venue; book early, as spaces fill quickly.
Stella Brasserie Italienne opens in Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, expanding beyond pizza to an Italian brasserie with fresh pasta, tartares, grilled meats and artisanal pizzas. Crafted by chef Alessandro Bleve, the Esplanade Tranquille venue on Sainte-Catherine Street seats 120 indoors and 40 on the terrace, a pre or post-show stop.
Explore Montreal's best wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, baked in dome ovens for smoky flavor and blistered crusts. From classic Margherita to inventive creations, these pizzerias blend tradition with modern flair across the city, from Old Montreal to Mile End.
Restaurant L'Osso in Little Italy, Montreal, serves refined Italian and Mediterranean cuisine led by Chef Renato Ferrante, renowned for Osso Bucco and house-made pasta, paired with a curated wine and cocktail program; an intimate 60-seat venue ideal for romantic dinners, business meals, and private events.
Restaurant Elio Pizzeria in Montreal's Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie marks 60 years of authentic Neapolitan cuisine, a family legacy led by Frank, Franco, and Gabriel, offering homemade Italian dishes, free parking, two terraces, private rooms, and a March contest with a dinner for four and a Canadiens game experience.
Jacopo is a rustic Rome-inspired Italian dining spot in Old Montreal's Place Jacques-Cartier, a new addition from the Antonopoulos group. Enjoy handmade pasta, on-site charcuterie, antipasti, primi and secondi in a warm, rustic-contemporary setting with a charming terrace and refined service.
La Medusa on Drummond Street serves authentic Italian cuisine since 1996 in a warm, hospitable setting with a large wine cellar and lively atmosphere. From wood-fired dishes and classic pastas to pizzas and seafood, it features a celebrated gelato and private party space for up to 110 guests.