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AVPN Canada School in Montreal offers professional and amateur training in authentic Neapolitan pizza making. Led by award-winning chef Mirko D'Agata, the school teaches traditional techniques and standards using wood-fired ovens. Visit their website to explore upcoming course opportunities.
Minnibar is now fully operational in downtown Montreal near the Bell Centre. Created by Tongue Bui, this all-day cafe and restaurant offers specialty coffee, fresh pasta, and a unique pizza omakase experience within a stunning space designed by Ivy Studio.
Montreal boasts a vibrant pizza scene, from blistered Neapolitan pies to creative wood-fired classics. Discover the best pizzerias in the city, where airy, fermented dough meets top-tier ingredients and smoky, charred crusts. Explore these top-rated spots for an unforgettable pizza experience.
Discover Montreal's best pizza spots, from authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pies to crispy New York-style slices. This curated selection guides food lovers to top neighborhood pizzerias and must-visit institutions offering high-quality ingredients, artisanal dough, and creative flavor pairings.
Donata marks its first anniversary with a pizza party on Saturday, June 13, at noon, at Supermarché PA on Avenue du Parc, joined by Corner Pizza, known for pop-ups and collaborations. Chef Danny Smiles will serve pizza by the slice with the Corner Pizza team in a festive, community-minded setting, with proceeds to the Smiles for Kids Foundation.
Trattoria Dell'Arte rises atop Studio St-Denis, offering Italian gastronomy with a contemporary vibe and Quartier Latin views. The menu by Guillaume Lepage and Jordane Urbain features pizzas, antipasti, pastas and classics like tonnarelli cacio e pepe and mezzi paccheri with shrimp and lemon, plus pollo alla parmigiana.
Montreal comes alive in warm weather with park culture and sun-filled picnics. From Parc La Fontaine to Mount Royal, discover top takeout spots and nearby eateries offering artisanal sandwiches, dumplings, rolls, pizzas, and shareable platters - perfect for a hassle-free park feast.
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 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.
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.
LUCE Restaurant in Repentigny blends modernity with authentic Italian cooking, featuring house-made pasta, antipasti, and Neapolitan pizzas cooked in a 510°C Moretti Neapolis 4 oven, all within a warm, light-filled dining room. Co-owners Leonardo Iacono and Domenic Caporale curate a seasonal menu, cocktails, an Italian wine list, and a welcoming terrace.
Mirko D'Agata named Best Pizzaiolo in the World at the 2025 International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, winning the Neapolitan Pizza category with a marinara for Pizzéria NO.900. Fiodar Huminski earned 3rd in Traditional American Pizza, elevating Quebec's artisanal pizza reputation for NO.900 across 32 locations.
Jacques Cartier Pizza is a family-owned Montreal staple rooted in the Lagiorgia legacy since 1968, offering authentic pizzas and a strong South Shore community vibe. With Aliments du Québec certified ingredients and menu evolution for modern tastes, the brand embraces online ordering and steady growth while staying true to its heritage.
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.
Elio Pizzeria Ristorante in Montreal's Rosemont combines 55 years of family Italian cooking with a modern trattoria vibe, offering handmade pizzas, pastas, antipasti, and private rooms. A welcoming, from-scratch menu features traditional favorites and daily specials in a warm, celebratory atmosphere.
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.
Pizzeria Heirloom serves delicious pizzas in Hochelaga, featuring a wood oven that fills the room with a comforting aroma and an open kitchen. A bring-your-own-wine concept from the owners of Le Quartier Général and L'État Major, it pairs seasonal, chef-driven plates with a refined wine list in a 60-seat space on Promenade Ontario.