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.
New downtown Montreal spot Minnibar opens tomorrow at 750 Mansfield Street from Tongue Bui. An all-day cafe-restaurant pairs coffee, lunch and more in a stylish Ivy Studio designed space near the Bell Centre. The menu features sandwiches, fresh pasta and an intriguing omakase pizza served at the counter in tasting portions.
Pizza is a universal pleasure in Montreal, perfect for any moment. This guide highlights the city's best pies, from Neapolitan and sourdough crusts to New York style slices, across neighborhoods with craft, flavor, and inviting atmospheres. Discover your next favorite slice.
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.
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.
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.