Bistro Amerigo

Frederique

5.0

Simply incredible! Im a sucker for good authentic italian food & have been to italy a few times & this place hits the spot just right. Its cozy & they don't take reservations, so be aware of that. The food is awesome, the service is not fussy but very nice, efficient & friendly. I especially recommend their papardelle at ragu (veal sauce) which slapped. We'll be back to try the rest of the menu

Ihab

4.0

Great food , big portions , a bit pricy but the worst part about this place is how close the table are to each othe

Franco

5.0

Loved this place , great jem & excellent food & ambience

Vincent

5.0

Tres bon service, bonne nourriture

Yada

5.0

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I stumbled upon Bistro Ameriko recently, & I have to say, it's a gem in Montreal's dining scene. One of the things that immediately caught my eye was that they offer vongole, which is surprisingly hard to find around here. Naturally, I had to give it a try, & I was not disappointed!

The vongole was everything I hoped for - perfectly cooked pasta with a delicate, briny broth that really let the clams shine. It had just the right balance of garlic & white wine, & every bite transported me to the Italian coast. It's not easy to find a place in Montreal that does vongole right, but Bistro Ameriko nails it.

For lunch, they also serve a simple green salad when you order one of their mains. While the salad isn't fancy, it's a nice touch - crisp greens with a light vinaigrette that complements the meal without overpowering it. It's a thoughtful inclusion that rounds out the plate.

I also tried their fungus pasta, & wow - it was packed with earthy, umami-rich flavors. The mushrooms were cooked to perfection, & the sauce clung to the pasta beautifully, delivering a satisfying, hearty bite every time. It's a dish I'll definitely be coming back for.

Overall, the atmosphere at Bistro Ameriko is warm & inviting, making it a great spot for a relaxed lunch or dinner. The service is friendly, & it's clear that they put a lot of care into their food. I'm already planning my next visit - there's so much more on the menu I want to explore. If you're in Montreal & looking for a place that offers both classic favorites & hard-to-find gems like vongole, Bistro Ameriko is absolutely worth a visit.

Sho

5.0

Nice cozy, familiar little place. The staff are very amiable & warm. Insalata Di Popo is a must do - the roast on the octopus is top tier. It's hard to do octopus correctly & this place nails it - tasted fresh! Portions are nice & big.
About 20 mins walk from Villa Maria metro if you don't want to take the bus.

Alain

4.0

Overall a very good Italian restaurant, but a bit overpriced

Sofia

5.0

So delicious!
I absolutely recommend 🍝🤩

Andrea

2.0

J'ai été très déçue par ce restaurant, principalement à cause du service. Il est impossible de réserver, & on nous avait annoncé une attente de 30 à 45 minutes pour obtenir une table. Finalement, nous avons attendu une heure. Jusque-là, ça allait - je comprends que l'endroit est très populaire.

Cependant, une fois assis, on nous a assigné une table en même temps qu'un autre couple, avec qui nous avons commandé au même moment. Ce couple a eu le temps de manger leur salade & leur plat principal, alors que de notre côté, nous n'avions toujours pas reçu notre salade. Un autre couple, arrivé quinze minutes après nous, a également reçu & mangé leur salade, & nous avons reçu en même temps qu'eux notre plat principal - sans salade.

Pourtant, une vingtaine ou trentaine de minutes après avoir commandé, le gérant nous avait demandé si nous avions reçu notre salade, ce à quoi nous avions répondu non. Notre serveuse, qui se trouvait juste derrière lui, avait entendu l'échange. Malgré cela, pendant tout le repas, il a été difficile d'attirer son attention, même si elle nous regardait à chaque passage. À la limite, je me suis sentie ignorée.

Nous avons finalement pu demander notre salade lorsque notre plat principal est arrivé avec une autre serveuse, qui nous l'a amené très rapidement. À la fin du repas, nous avons échangé avec une 3e serveuse, très sympathique, qui a un peu sauvé notre expérience.

Côté nourriture, rien à redire : c'était effectivement très bon. Par contre, cela ne compense malheureusement pas notre mauvaise expérience avec le service.

Jaclyn

5.0

I would just like to share my experience through Uber Eats. I was craving gnocchi bolognese but that was not an option on the menu. Nonetheless, I love this restaurant so I ordered anyway. In the comments, I asked if they would possibly sub out pappardelle for gnocchi if they could. Chef Alex not only switched out the pasta, but wrote back an incredibly kind note & included a cannoli. Kindness like this truly restores my faith in humanity. Thank you so very much & I will continue to be a loyal customer!