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Al Dente Trattoria

Bring your own wine
Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
3.9$$
OPEN12 pm - 9:30 pm
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Photo of Al Dente Trattoria, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) - Montreal
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Al Dente Trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine centered on traditional preparations and robust Mediterranean flavors. Artisanal dough undergoes a precise fermentation process to ensure a crispy texture for each wood-fired pizza selection. Fresh pasta dishes feature handmade noodles tossed with classic sauces ranging from rich tomato reductions to savory emulsified creams. The culinary focus remains on sourcing high-quality ingredients to maintain consistency across every plate served in the space. Patrons observe an open kitchen layout that emphasizes technical skill and efficient workflow during the preparation of complex meals. This establishment provides a straightforward environment where the integrity of simple components remains the primary objective for every single dish. Rigorous attention to heat control and ingredient balance defines the functional approach to menu development at this venue.
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5★
52%
4★
14%
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17%
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Reviews for Al Dente Trattoria

Food
Service
on Google4 (400+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
52%
4★
14%
3★
13%
2★
17%
1★
4%

Review Summary

Al Dente Trattoria receives mixed feedback, with many patrons praising the delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service, while others express disappointment regarding inconsistent dish quality and slow service during busy periods. While some guests highlight the restaurant as a go-to spot for birthday celebrations and value for money, others find the menu selections occasionally underwhelming or lacking in authentic Italian flavor. Despite reports of long wait times and occasional shortages of supplies, the overall consensus suggests a welcoming environment that remains a popular choice for those seeking a casual dining experience.
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Went for dinner tonight & the service was amazing! Especially from the busser sammy, he was so attentive,kind & super helpful!
What a great experience & delicious pizza!!!!
Great local italian spot :)

Jul 6, 2026
on Google
3.0

J'ai été client de Al Dente de 1995 à 2020. J'y suis retourné récemment mais j'ai été déçu. La pizza (leur force du passé) était très moyenne (qualité du fromage entre autres) & la soupe minestrone banale par rapport à celle d'avant.

Jun 26, 2026
on Google

Our birthday group has been going to this restaurant for years & it never disappoints. The food is delicious & the service is exceptional. It's a must try! Enjoy! 😍

May 31, 2026
on Google

pas assez de serveur manque des ustentiels a ma place. Me suis lever pour aller chercher de l eau & longue attente pour régler la facture

May 20, 2026
on Google

Très bon plat délicieux
Très bon service & sympathique
Bonne valeur qualité prix,ambiance familiale avec repas de grande qualité
Merci on as bien aimé

May 2, 2026
on Google

Stay away...place is dirty, bathroom disgusting, stains on walls, doors & dont look in the kitchen. Folks, many many many places to go

Apr 26, 2026
on Google

Rien n'est d'italien dans ce restaurant, le pizza est sec c'est la même pâte que chez pizza pizza , la lasagne est correcte quand même. Mais j'insiste que ce n'est pas italien. Le personnel était sympa.

Mar 29, 2026
on Google

It tastes awful.
Already exhausted & starving after a whole day at college, all day courses & exams & barely any time to eat, finally get a chance to go out for dinner, & this is what I end up with…
How come it's high in calories & still tastes like this…
Honestly, it takes a certain level of skill to make high-calorie food taste like this.

Forced myself to eat some of it so I wouldn't feel like I'd wasted my money.

Feb 20, 2026
on Google

We are regulars here, we love it. Good food, friendly staff & great service. Last night, I had the pasta from the special Valentine menu,Heart shaped pasta filled with rocotta & parmesan,light saffron cream sauce it was absolutely delicious 🫶

Feb 15, 2026
on Google

Valentines dinner was a Table Hôte disappointement….

Were looking forward to the published « on line « menu & went over but instead got 45$ per TH options. (No notice on line prior)

Barely any bread that was never replaced , Caesar salad with no dressing, sent it back & it came back (we rarely ever do this) with more salad & still very little dressing.

Pasta overcooked with seafood the same.

Ossobuco may have had a powder sauce mix… ??? not good.

A Peculiar taste … not sure about it

To be fair this summer on their terrace we had a very good seafood Rizzuto, Caesar Salad, pizza & carbonara pasta,

So will give it another go one day but at 167$ dollars for three ppl this was a Very very dissatisfying meal, & this stings now days.

The Young fellow working was a very nice kid & said new ownership is about 3 years old so our good summer visit hopefully was within this same timeframe as the current management from our recent Feb 2026 visit.

Will give them a second chance because it may have been a one off, but if ANYTHING comes sub par from bread to salad to 1st bite of main; we will have to step up & politely leave.

Money too tight now days so to go out & be dissatisfied like that.

Sorry Al Dente but you asked for an honest review.

Will give you another shot, we fair people

Feb 15, 2026
on Google