Arte & Farina Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	8 am - 7 pm
Tuesday	8 am - 7 pm
Wednesday	8 am - 7 pm
Thursday	8 am - 7 pm
Friday	8 am - 7 pm
Saturday	9 am - 6 pm
Sunday	9 am - 6 pm

Monday

8 am - 7 pm

Tuesday

8 am - 7 pm

Wednesday

8 am - 7 pm

Thursday

8 am - 7 pm

Friday

8 am - 7 pm

Saturday

9 am - 6 pm

Sunday

9 am - 6 pm

Taken together, reviews portray Arte & Farina as a bright, cozy Italian bakery and cafe with a strong focus on authentic pastries and high quality ingredients. The panettone is repeatedly praised for being light and flavorful, with several tasters calling it among the best in the city, and the desserts such as bomboloni and tiramisu are noted as standout items. The coffee and espresso are described as solid, and the Margherita pizza is praised for its flavorful topping and perfect crust, while the porchetta sandwich on focaccia with a zesty pickled spread also gets compliments. The atmosphere is described as pleasant and welcoming with Italian music and ample natural light, ideal for a casual bite, a coffee break, or a relaxed brunch. Service receives mixed marks: many reviewers find it friendly and helpful, while a few report inconsistent attentiveness, especially when the cafe is quiet or busy, and there are occasional critiques about price, limited lunch options, or items that do not meet expectations.

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Jeff

5.0

Great Italian food in the village

Mar 6, 2026

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Julius

Arte & Farina is a true gem for anyone craving authentic Italian bakery & café fare.

The menu is a dream for pastry lovers, featuring standout items like bomboloni (Italian doughnuts filled with custard or Nutella), Roman-style pizzas, & focaccia sandwiches-especially the porchetta, served on fresh focaccia with a zesty pickled spread.

The service is friendly, quick, & informative, making you feel right at home. The café's ambiance is perfect for a relaxed brunch, a coffee break, or picking up some artisanal Italian products for your pantry.

Overall, Arte & Farina is a must-visit for anyone seeking a taste of Italy in Montreal. Whether you're in the mood for a sweet treat, a savory sandwich, or simply a cozy spot to enjoy a coffee, this place delivers with passion & authenticity.

Jun 28, 2025

Alain

3.0

A good Italian bakery in village. Only two Choices for pizza. Slow & unfriendly service

Jun 7, 2025

Porchetta sandwich is delicious. It's served on a delicious focaccia bread & a pickled spread $15. Juicy, tender, sumptuous but a tad messy to eat. Get extra napkins! Only available on Sunday (or weekends - I forgot what he said). The pizzas looked good as well - next time.
Service is informative & friendly. Lots of other curated Italian products for the pantry.

Jun 2, 2025

Beautiful cafe specializing in Italian imported specialties. The owner & chef is passionate about the quality of products & what he provides to customers. He carefully selects items to bring from his home country, striving to provide an authentic experience with his Italian treats. This is the place with the best panettone, pizzas, pasta, & bomboloni. I've seen the place transform from more humble beginnings in a different location to this new establishment. The coffee is great, & it's a nice place to come for an aperitivo with friends & enjoy some Italian treats.

Jun 24, 2024

Discovering

A very nice cafe/bistro on Ste Catherine street east of downtown. High ceilings & large spaces. They serve delicious coffee & pastries. You'll also find traditional Italian pizza (forno style, cut in squares). The service was good, tables spacious & clean. There are products available for purchase like pasta, sauces etc.

Mar 11, 2024

Rick

2.0

No menu no price tag, very strange layout of the store. It is a store that sells Italian food, not a cozy cafe shop where customers are welcome to sit down. Funny part is they have bunch of chairs & tables, but they don't have Wifi ? In 2024? Bought an Expresso & was asked for tip. What a joking place.

Jan 10, 2024

Henri

Très beau local, de bons produits, excellent café bien sûr (è italiano) personnel agréable & souriant....sauf le boss!

Sep 4, 2023

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