Benedetta offers a warm, elegant setting in the Old Port with a charming courtyard and a welcoming atmosphere, pairing friendly, attentive service with consistently high quality Italian inspired cuisine. The food receives frequent praise for freshness, balanced flavors, and careful presentation across pizzas, pastas, paninis and brunch dishes, and cocktails and espresso are often highlighted as excellent. The vibe is cozy yet refined, making it popular for dates, casual dinners, or gatherings, with the courtyard and a downstairs speakeasy adding to the appeal. Occasional notes mention long waits during peak times, and a few dishes are described as lacking depth or being overpriced, along with practical hints like parking considerations. Overall Benedetta comes across as a standout Old Port spot with reliable food, a memorable atmosphere, and hospitality that encourages a return visit.
Best Cannolis I've ever had! Wife & I were just walking around old Montreal & came upon this beautiful set place. Something about the vibe was just perfect. Jo our waitress was absolutely amazing, & definitely gave us a perfect reason to come back. & seriously, you have to try the Cannolis! We're already craving it.
2 hour wait for our sandwiches & soup & we just gave up & left. The soup was cold & the sandwiches never came. Server was friendly & apologetic but it wasn't worth the waste of time.
Worst experience at a restaurant. It took around 20 minutes to get water AFTER being seated, another 10-15 for our drinks & when we ordered food, we waited an hour for two cold soups & none of the sandwiches ordered. We didn't get checked on by our waiter once. It's a beautiful ambience inside & we were really excited to have lunch there but the service did not meet the expectations. I don't recommend it until they figure out their stuff. Disappointed.
Apr 18, 2026
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Looking for an affordable yet high quality place to chill in Old Montréal or maybe just simple take out fare (Italian style) to bring to a picnic table by the water in the old port?
Benedetta is for you! Excellent coffee & inside terrace European style. This place is a must for any tourist & of course Montrealers too.
Private room on 2nd floor & up to 200 capacity in restaurant with Speakeasy, & bar.
This is my second time dining at Benedetta, & it continues to impress. From the moment you walk in, the service is warm & attentive, the ambiance is cozy & elegant, & the food is consistently outstanding. It truly feels like a refined dining experience you'd expect while traveling abroad. Highly recommend for both the atmosphere & the exceptional cuisine.
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What a beautiful experience we've had ! This place is absolutely amazing ! The food is delicious, we had such a great service & the ambiance is so unique! I definitely recommend to everyone ! This is the new place to go for your date nights or dinner with some friends in the old port of Montreal!
Such a beautiful restaurant! We had an incredible evening! The service was amazing & the food was spectacular! We really enjoyed the night! Parking was not so bad & walking distance to everything! We will definitely be back.
Super belle ambiance, un endroit où on se sent bien dès l'arrivée. Le menu est intéressant & donne envie de revenir pour tout essayer. Très belle découverte !
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I booked this Old Port restaurant for my birthday, & it was honestly the most perfect experience from start to finish. We were a large group, & everything was handled so seamlessly, the staff went above & beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. The atmosphere was exactly what I was hoping for: warm, vibrant, & elevated without feeling pretentious. It created the perfect setting for such a special night. The food was absolutely incredible, every dish was beautifully presented & full of flavor, & all of my guests kept talking about how good everything was.
I came here for lunch on February 20th. I always loved the sandwiches here & they've somehow improved them even more! The lady working was really nice & provided amazing service
Great experience - served by Mike - the Old Port is known for parking issues therefore we Uber'd knowing very well the parking situation.
Food was great. Super busy but very much expected knowing that it's Valentine's Day weekend.
Overall amazing experience - the vibe is cozy & then you can enjoy their speakeasy downstairs called Capella.
Food was amazing- we had the pasta & bavette. I also ordered an espresso martini & it was perfect. I usually wait more than 30-40 minutes at restaurants in Old Montreal. Wait times don't bother me as much.
The restaurant has a pleasant ambiance, with good lighting & appropriate music. The setting has potential, especially given its location in Old Port Montreal.
Unfortunately, the overall experience was very disappointing. The service was disorganized & unprofessional. Staff appeared inexperienced & overwhelmed. We experienced long wait times, & several dishes were brought to our table that were not ours. The team seemed rushed & confused throughout the evening.
The food quality was unacceptable. My plate arrived cold. The bavette was extremely chewy & lacked flavor, & the potatoes were undercooked. I ate very little of my meal. When the server cleared my plate, which was nearly untouched…no one asked whether there was an issue or offered to address it. The lack of attention & basic service standards was concerning.
Considering the restaurant's prime location & pricing, the quality of both food & service does not meet expectations. You will pay premium prices for a substandard experience.
To make matters worse, parking in the area was poorly indicated, & we ended up receiving a $100 parking ticket.
Overall, this was a disappointing experience. I would not recommend this restaurant. There are far better options in the area that provide better value & service.
