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≈ 2.4 km
Crescendo is described as a welcoming riverfront spot with a warm, family friendly vibe where guests consistently find generous portions and flavorful dishes across breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The setting by the water, especially the terrace with a view of the river, is frequently highlighted along with attentive, friendly service from a professional team. Dishes span from hearty breakfasts and eggs Benedict to pasta and lamb, with many noting solid value for the price and staff who accommodate dietary needs. While a few reviews mention crowds, noise, or occasional price concerns, the overall tone is positive, painting Crescendo as a reliable go to for meals by the river and for gatherings or celebrations. Overall Crescendo emerges as a standout choice in Verdun for good food, good service, and a memorable view.View restaurant profile
Restaurant Crescendo
Group-friendly venue with grounds overlooking the river
Opens Today at 8 am
Verdun, LaSalle
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≈ 0.6 km
Pasquale Pizza | Safy Falafel is described in reviews as a warm, homey spot with generous portions and authentic flavors from a Syrian and Italian menu. Diners highlight a comforting atmosphere, friendly and attentive service, and hospitality that includes hot tea or soup on arrival and occasional desserts to go. The food is repeatedly praised for freshness and depth of flavor, with falafel, fatteh, hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, mouhammara, and homemade bread singled out, along with tasty pizzas and pasta dishes. Guests note approachable prices, ample portions, and a sense of family run charm, making it feel like a neighborhood staple and a hidden gem. Many reviewers describe feeling welcome, with staff going the extra mile to accommodate families or large groups, and a willingness to suggest or adjust dishes to taste. Overall, Pasquale Pizza | Safy Falafel comes across as a warmly inviting restaurant offering delicious, comforting, and authentic fare with generous value and memorable hospitality.View restaurant profile
Pasquale Pizza | Safy Falafel
Opens Today at 2 pmLaSalle, Ville-Émard
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≈ 2 km
Bistro Entre Ciel et Terre is described as a warm, cozy neighborhood spot with charming decor and attentive, friendly service. Reviews highlight generous portions, good value, and a menu that covers breakfast, brunch, and dinner, with dishes often featuring fresh fruit and balanced flavors. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised as welcoming, with drinks served in mason jars and a pleasant backyard terrace for outdoor dining. The food earns frequent compliments across the board, from omelettes and breakfast staples to seafood, burgers and pizzas, with several notes about tasty sauces and satisfying presentations. Even on a day when the kitchen was partially unavailable, the owner accommodated guests with a trimmed menu and a positive, accommodating vibe. Overall, the restaurant is regarded as a hidden gem in Verdun, a go-to for dependable quality and atmosphere that makes customers want to return for brunch, lunch, or dinner.View restaurant profile
Bistro Entre Ciel et Terre
Opens Today at 9 amVerdun
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≈ 2.3 km
BOSSA Prêt à manger is described by reviewers as offering some of the best Italian sandwiches in Montreal and Verdun, with huge, generously filled subs that showcase high quality ingredients like prosciutto, mortadella, porchetta and chicken parm, and desserts such as cannoli and bomboloni that many crave. The vibe is authentic and neighborhood, with a friendly and efficient staff that helps despite the place being crowded and fast paced. Long lines and limited seating are common, and wait times can be noticeable during peaks or for takeout, though many think the payoff is worth it. Bread quality is frequently praised, though a few reviews note inconsistencies or changes over time. In addition to sandwiches, the shop’s Italian groceries and prepared items add to the appeal. Overall, BOSSA Prêt à manger is viewed as a must visit for substantial, tasty sandwiches and a lively, welcoming atmosphere, even if the crowds and occasional service hiccups temper the experience.View restaurant profile
BOSSA Prêt à manger
Gourmet Sandwiches & Italian Deli
Opens Today at 9 am
Verdun
Mentioned in: Where to Find Cheap Eats in MontrealYour Guide to Montreal's Must-Try SandwichesView More
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≈ 2.7 km
Reviews of Pasta Casareccia describe an authentic Italian spot in the NDG area of Montreal, with fresh house made pasta, generous portions and a menu that includes vegetarian options; lasagna and other pasta dishes are frequently praised for flavor and wholesomeness, and boar ravioli and a pork sandwich stand out in some notes, while the option to grab prepared food for takeout and a summer terrace add to the appeal. The atmosphere is described as cozy and welcoming, with friendly staff and overall good service cited by many, though some experiences note rushed or inconsistent service and occasional mis steps like overcooked calamari or higher prices for the quality. Taken together, Pasta Casareccia is seen as a reliable and enjoyable Italian option with a homey vibe, strong pasta credibility, and a loyal following, even if a few visits fall short on value or pace.View restaurant profile
Pasta Casareccia
Opens Today at 11 amMonkland Village, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
Mentioned in: On the Hunt for Montreal's Best Cannoli
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≈ 3 km
Riccia Caffè and Bistro feels like a welcoming home away from home with great service and a friendly staff, a lively bar scene and an easygoing Italian vibe. Espresso and the quality of coffee are praised, the daily lunch menu is varied and reasonably priced, and panini are described as freshly made with plenty of meat and bold flavor that keeps customers coming back even if they do not drink. The staff is consistently courteous, with strong lunch and dinner options that offer solid value. The overall impression is awesome food, friendly service, and affordable prices, with an old school Montreal cafe feel and standout iced coffee. One reviewer mentions a preference for toppings placed under the cheese, reflecting individual tastes, while the owner is noted as friendly and the service and food are widely regarded as excellent and affordable.View restaurant profile
Riccia Caffè and Bistro
Opens Today at 8 amLaSalle
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≈ 3 km
Spuntino is described as having generous portions with eggplant parmesan and chicken, along with great service and a welcoming, nicely decorated venue. Reviewers note that the food, service and atmosphere are consistently solid, breakfast is reasonably priced, and many say they would return for breakfast or lunch. A late dinner visit felt charming with friendly staff, though some dishes were good but not wowed and the little pizzas were only okay, while the pasta and the mortadella burrata pizza were standout options. Mushroom pasta is praised for being rich and satisfying, and other highlights include a beet salad, prosciutto and chicken sandwiches, all offered at reasonable prices for the area. The interior design, cleanliness and attentive counter service are noted, but lighting ambiances vary and some guests mention dimming lights or softer daytime illumination; wine is described as pricey and there is a caution about the downstairs bathroom lacking a railing.View restaurant profile
Spuntino
Opens Today at 8:30 amWestmount
Mentioned in: Best New Restaurants in Montreal (February 2026)
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