Bistro Amerigo

Vanessa

5.0

I love this place. So cozy & the owner is amazing

Jack

3.0

We went there for supper on a Thursday evening. There wasn't a lineup, so we asked for a table for two. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, which was perfectly fine.

I then asked if we could sit at the bar & have a drink while waiting for our table. To my surprise, we were told that if we sat at the bar, we would have to remain there, even if a table became available.

I politely asked how that made sense, considering we were already customers & would be purchasing drinks while we waited. The response was that they needed to prioritize people who walked in looking for a table.

As someone who owned & operated a restaurant for 15 years, I found this policy very difficult to understand. If a customer is already in your restaurant spending money, why wouldn't you move them to a table when one becomes available? You never know who that customer is or how much they may end up spending. We could have easily ordered an $80 bottle of wine & a $300 meal.

We decided to stay & eat at the bar. The food was okay, but unfortunately the first impression & the way we were welcomed left a negative impression that affected the overall experience.

Just some constructive feedback from a local NGDer. I hope management reconsiders this policy, because it doesn't seem to put the customer first.

A

4.0

One of my favorite things about this restaurant is its location. It's in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Montreal, & in the summer the atmosphere on Monkland is hard to beat. The restaurant itself was packed for a Tuesday night, which made for a great vibe. If you can grab a table on the patio, I'd definitely recommend it. I also liked the casual Italian bistro feel of the space.

The service was friendly & efficient. A small touch I really appreciated was that they leave a bottle of water on the table so you can refill your own glass instead of waiting for service, especially nice on a warm summer evening. They also serve a fresh house salad before the main course, which was a nice way to start the meal, although I found the dressing a bit too salty.

I ordered the carbonara special & was really looking forward to it, but it didn't quite meet my expectations. The guanciale was a little too burnt for my taste, & the cheese was very strong & overpowered the dish; I suspect there was more than just Pecorino & Parmesan. Overall, my pasta, as well as my friend's clam & shrimp pasta, were both a bit too salty. That said, the fresh pasta itself was cooked perfectly. The standout dish of the night was definitely the mushroom gnocchi, absolutely delicious & the one I'd recommend ordering.

The drinks were good (you can't really go wrong with an Aperol Spritz!), & overall I enjoyed the experience. I'd happily come back to try more of the menu, as we've only sampled three pasta dishes. Between the atmosphere, the location, & the welcoming service, I think this place deserves another visit.

Stephen

5.0

Quelle belle découverte sur Monkland. Ce restaurant est devenu un incontournable pour moi. Chaque plat est préparé avec soin & cela se goûte immédiatement.

L'ambiance est chaleureuse & parfaite pour passer un bon moment. J'ai particulièrement apprécié le pain grillé servi avec de l'huile d'olive, c'était simple & absolument délicieux.

Le tiramisu était tout simplement parfait pour terminer le repas sur une note sucrée. Je recommande vivement cet endroit à tous ceux qui cherchent une cuisine authentique & réconfortante dans le quartier.

Ariel

5.0

Superbe expérience à chaque fois que nous allons. Le menu entier est délicieux & les portions sont généreuses

Steph

5.0

Enjoyed our visit here. Small & intimate location. We went Saturday evening around 4:45 & we took the last remaining table. After we sat down, restaurant was full for the rest of the night with many customers. The clam pasta was delicious with generous chunks of clam

Renaldo

5.0

Petit resto typique italien dans le quartier Monkland. Il faut tout essayer sur le menu. Le poisson, les pâtes, les entrées & en finissant les desserts sont tous top qualité. N'oublions pas le service familial formidable. Merci & toujours un plaisir y retourner.

Dionne

5.0

Had a wonderful meal here today.

The standout dishes were the pasta & the octopus. The pasta was rich, flavorful, & clearly made with care, while the octopus was cooked perfectly tender, well seasoned, & beautifully presented. The Aperol Spritz was also a great choice for a warm day.

A spot I'd happily return to & recommend to anyone looking for delicious Italian inspired food in a welcoming setting.

Highlights: Pasta, octopus, terrace dining, Aperol Spritz, speedy service. 🍝🐙🍹

Lavinia

5.0

The best in Montreal !

Amer

5.0

The food is fantastic & the service is out of this world, Michael the bar tender & the owner is a great host, we really enjoyed our time during lunch. His team is super helpful & welcoming.
Highly recommend place to have the best food in town.