Aqua E Farina is described as a cozy, romantic spot offering authentic Italian cooking with fresh, flavorful dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. Diners frequently praise standout pastas and classics such as burrata, lasagna, calamari, and the option to customize pasta, along with strong brunch and dinner experiences and good value for quality. Service is noted as warm and attentive on many visits, though some reviews report slower or erratic service on busy nights and occasional misses like drinks or plates arriving late. The setting, including a terrace and a quiet neighborhood vibe, adds to the charm, and desserts like tiramisu and cannoli are often highlighted, with a solid wine list. A few accounts mention concerns about price or portion sizes and one calls the place the best Italian restaurant in Montreal, but the overall impression is that Aqua E Farina is a well loved option for pasta lovers, best enjoyed for the atmosphere and the pasta, with caution about peak time pacing and pricing.
I tried Aqua E Farina once, I liked the atmosphere & the wall paintings there, taking you to Italy & the past. They have good Italian dishes. I took gluten free gnocchi. It was good but a bit greasy for me. My friend took Caesar salad & a soup (can't recall its name) & they were tasty. The waiter was nice. All in all my experience was good. Go & give it a try as I saw they have many interesting Italian dishes😊
I happened upon this gem one last fall. The food is consistently delicious, the service formidable & the ambience is excellent. It is a place that I keep going back to, knowing that I will always get impeccable service & most importantly delicious food.
Mar 25, 2024
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This is such a cute spot & the food is always so fresh. The staff is also so lovely! I recommend both their brunch & their dinner. The portions are also extremely generous!!!
Found this cool spot hidden away in a basement, & it was surprisingly awesome. The menu isn't huge, but everything we tried was really tasty. It's got this peaceful vibe that's perfect for chilling out, & even though the service was still pretty good. Feels like a great place to bring the family for a nice meal without any fuss. Definitely worth checking out if you're into finding those not-so-obvious places.
Most underrated brunch spot in the city! Chicken & waffles were my favourite, with the French toast panettone a very close second. Going back to try the homemade pasta- the group next to us ordered from the lunch menu & it looked INCREDIBLE. Amazing experience from food to service, only great things to say about Aqua e Farina!
Feb 25, 2024
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Great authentic & fresh pasta dishes along with other traditional italian dishes 🥰 Awesome atmosphere, nice terrace & the food & drinks are to die for. The cannoli & tiramisu are delicious. The staff is very friendly & attentive. Recommend 100%
J'ai découvert ce merveilleux restaurant hier. J'ai été impressionné autant par la courtoisie du serveur que par la qualité des plats. Honnêtement, tout était parfait & plus que délicieux. J'ai découvert mon nouveau resto préféré ! 💚🤍🩷
Je suis allée pour dîner & j'ai adoré! La table d'hôte du midi vaut vraiment la peine. Les portions étaient très généreuses, tout était délicieux & le prix était raisonnable. La serveuse était également très gentille.
Très bon restaurant. Avons découvert ce restaurant en passant devant mais nous avons beaucoup hésité à l'essayer. Le service était sympa J'ai essayé des tagliatelles avec du ragoût de veau. C'était juste trop bonne Les Tortellini sont à tombés Le Osso bucco est super fondant C'est une très belle expérience culinaire Ils m'ont offert de la San Pé qui est très bonnes
Feb 3, 2024
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Our server Emmanuelle was helpful & friendly. The Crostini appetizer was absolutely delicious. The gnocchi was very tasty & a nice portion. The fettucine with shredded braised lamb ragu was also very good; & big enough to take home leftovers. Wines by the glass, one Chianti & one Sangiovese, reasonably priced. We were too full for dessert. We were offered a small Tiramisu to share. Their lunch specials & weekend brunch are very good. This is a lovely local neighborhood restaurant. We highly recommend it.
It was my first time coming here & I will definitely be back. The food tastes so home made & comforting. I got the lunch special which comes with a good portion of appetizer, main, & a dessert. Kamaya served us & absolutely amazing. Everything was delicious & prices are good!
What a great place. Warm caring & kind. That's what I have to say about the staff & the owners. If you're looking for a nice quint place to have a birthday supper shower & more this is definitely the place. We went to eat there Jan 18 2024. We enjoyed or experience from start to finish rarely have I been to a place where I have eaten fro Start to Finish & loved everything. As I was eating I. Was thinking of the next time I come. The chef is on point. His palette is amazing. Everything that came out of the kitchen tasted delicious. We were there for the special Seafood Menu of the month. A 5 course meal with wine pairing. You definitely get your money's worth. Wow. Price point very good. Quality of food amazing. Service pleasant & friendly. Great family Vibes. Our meal Started with 3 types of oysters 6 in a plate A Seafood stew/soup mussels clams & cod & more. Mmm delicious. Then onto the Fried Tiger shrimp Scallops & Calamari Oh my! served on a avocado sauce that was to die for. A little lemoncello shot to cleanse the palette & onto the pasta. What to say about the pasta dish. Yes Seafood again. Beatiful shrimp & yes I dare say lobster in every bite. Wow wow wow. Every single bite had a little bit of something. Lobster shrimp buttery pasta Wow. Bravo chef. Last but not least dessert. A pastry feuilleté lobster tail filled with creamy filling & a little light lemony cream on the side. With a great cappuccino. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Try it out you will not be disappointed. We will be looking out for the Special Menu events for sure n we're going back to try the Saturday/Sunday Brunch next. Ooh can't wait. Thank you so much for this fabulous dining experience.😍🥰 Wish I could add pictures
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Great food with great service ! Our waiter was very nice, brought a cake for my partner & even asked if we had a song request at the end. A perfect night, thank you !
Had the pleasure of dining here today to celebrate my father's birthday. We were served by the lovely Lauren. The food was out of the world! Everything was so fresh, & you can tell it was all made with love. My daughter, who is a very picky eater, is still talking about her meal. She loved everything, especially the home-made tiramisu she had for dessert. It was our first time here (my father had been once before), but it won't be our last. We have a new favorite Italian restaurant!
Such a great evening out here: the food was fantastic & the service was the best around, especially considering it was Boxing Day. Will absolutely be back.
