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Al Dente Trattoria
Restaurant Top Pick

Al Dente Trattoria

Bring your own wine
Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
4.0$$
OPEN12 pm - 10 pm
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Al Dente Trattoria Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Al Dente Trattoria

Food
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on Google4 (400+)
*as of 2026-02-01
5★
52%
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Review Summary

Al Dente Trattoria receives praise for items like the rack of lamb and pasta, with many describing a cozy atmosphere and a friendly welcome, and the bring your own wine option noted as a nice perk. Service can be attentive and efficient when not too busy, but some visits are described as overwhelmed, with occasional shortages of utensils and slower timing. Prices are generally seen as affordable for the quality, and the overall vibe feels nostalgic and welcoming, though a few reviewers mention mediocre dishes, cold mussels, or pizza that does not stand out.
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J'ai juste testé la pizza blanche Florentina en livraison & elle était super sèche. Dommage, pas beaucoup de crème & fromage (qui devait être de la mozzarella) devenu un plastique sans goût. Quelques feuilles d'épinard sur le dessus pour faire joli. À 24$ c'est décevant. J'ai pris la photo avec un pouce en l'air avant d'avoir goûté.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google
1.0

Really not great tasting food. Super disappointing. I ordered the penne Montana with a Caesar salad & my partner ordered penne alla gigi. Let me begin by saying that both our pasta was overcooked. No sauce & it was dry & very bland in taste. The Caesar salad came with burnt croutons & little to no dressing for the salad.

Now I don't understand how you say'fresh pasta' & the pasta is clearly bought from a store & NOT fresh at all. You charge me 15.75$ for a Caesar & say that it comes with anchovies but all I got was a small packet of Caesar dressing that didn't even cover the salad whatsoever. & also, if you're going to advertise'anchovies' with your salad, I'd expect anchovies for a very basic Caesar salad with burnt croutons that came with a wheel of lemon. How do you expect me to squeeze a wheel of lemon ?? Very disappointing. I don't recommend this restaurant at all.

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

If I could give 10/5, I would give it. We just came back after enjoying a delightful meal. In fact I had the rack of lamb & can say without hesitation that

it is the best one in town. The atmosphere was cozy & the service friendly & welcoming.

Nov 18, 2025
on Google

Their food is simply amazing, with great hospitality by the owner & workers there. I never ate pasta so fast in my life. You won't regret trying this place out!!!

Nov 4, 2025
on Google

We had some last minute people added to our group, & the place was already really busy. Every request was treated with a smile as if it was no trouble at all.
ALL of the food arrived for everyone nice & hot & at almost the same time. Very affordable & really good food, plus Bring Your Own Wine.
Other patrons were also celebrating a Birthday, & all the patrons would sing for the others too, it just added to the whole happy vibe.
Very affordable for what we ordered

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

My favorite to go

Oct 2, 2025
on Google
5.0

Was there for a function last night & the staff were very welcoming & the food was awesome!!!

Aug 31, 2025
on Google

Amazing

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

Mauvais service. Manque d'ustensiles. On nous dit ('il y a trop de clients & on manque d'ustensiles & de serviettes'!! )

Jul 12, 2025
on Google

Food was pretty mediocre. Pizza nothing special. Mussels were cold. Only pasta was decent. Atmosphere was bubbly on a thursday. Waitstaff overwhelmed. I guess people come for the byob.

Jun 12, 2025
on Google

Bonne pizzeria familiale, les pizzas sont savoureuses & l'atmosphère très cool.
Le Apportez votre vin est une belle option !

Apr 24, 2025
on Google

I recommend this place for succulent pizza & al dente tasty pasta.

Apr 12, 2025
on Google

Sympa

Mar 22, 2025
on Google
3.0

It's one of those places where it doesn't really matter how good or bad the food is- it's simply a very nostalgic for a lot of Montreal's because they have been going there since they were kids.

Definitely great ambiance & family vibes. Lots of happy people & I think that's why this place is so beloved.

As I am personally, not a Montreal or I feel I can rate the food accurately. Food is a 5 out of 10- respectfully. ❤?

Mar 7, 2025
on Google

Excellent food & service

Mar 2, 2025
on Google

A local place that make you feel home while enjoying a great meal!

Feb 21, 2025
on Google
5.0

By far one of my favorite experiences in a restaurant. Emilio was a brilliant host, his warmth & openness coupled with the cozy feeling the restaurant itself welcomes you with is wonderful. After any kind of day, a restaurant like this is worth frequenting for Italian food. My mother & I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience & I will most definitely bring anyone I can by. Thank you for the service!

Feb 10, 2025
on Google

I'm from New Brunswick Canada & I'm far from being vegetarian but we had vegetarian pizza & it was the best, anyone not satisfied with this place is in the wrong place, can't wait to go back

Dec 21, 2024
on Google

Je n'avais pas trop d'attentes, mais j'ai été surprise par la qualité de tous les plats, l'ambiance festive & le service hors pair. Apportez votre vin en plus!

Dec 7, 2024
on Google

Been coming here for over 25 years. Great fresh italian food & with always a good service. Well priced & also it's a bring your own wine. A must try!

Dec 1, 2024
on Google