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Bona Fide

Villeray-Saint-Michel
4.9$$
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Bona Fide Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Bona Fide

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Reviewers describe Bona Fide as offering generous portions and well balanced dishes that make the meal feel complete rather than heavy, with the kitchen delivering a thoughtful blend of comforting classics and modern touches. Service is consistently praised as attentive, friendly, and efficient without being overbearing. Overall, diners note great food, solid portions, and top notch service, and many say they would definitely return. Standout elements include beef tartare, fresh handmade pastas, duck ragu, and a squash brown butter pasta, all supported by a carefully curated wine list and a warm neighborhood vibe. While a few reviews note that some pasta dishes could be more flavorful, the consensus is that Bona Fide is among Montreal's best Italian spots and a must-visit. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, and the staff are welcoming, making guests feel at home.
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Greg
5.0

Best italian food I've ever had in North America period. Even compared to Italy it's a tough battle. We went to Sicily for our honeymoon for 10 days & we thought the pasta is better at Bona Fide. Beyond the unbelievable food, the service is just fantastic & the vibe is really nice. One of our absolute favorite restaurants in Montreal.

Mar 25, 2026
on Google
Montrealthingz
5.0

My new go to Italian restaurant this place blew me away

Jan 1, 2026
on Google
Tania
5.0

Bona Fide is some of the best Italian I've had in Montreal! Loved every dish I had, including a delicious tartare with caciocavello, delicata squash, sage agnolotti & duck ragu. They had a mackerel ratatouille special which tasted very homey, but also had expertly cooked crispy skin. Would be well worth another visit to taste other pasta dishes!
Thank you random Reddit guy for the recommendation!

Oct 12, 2025
on Google
Mario
5.0

Impeccable experience at Bona Fide. Italian tradition with the magic that makes Montreal restaurants special.

A must try!

Jul 20, 2025
on Google
Kevin
5.0

Excellent Italian in a small neighborhood spot. Expect a casual vibe, great service & delicious food. Will definitely return.

Jun 8, 2025
on Google
Mathieu
5.0

One of the best Italian restaurant I had the chance to go to!

Jun 7, 2025
on Google
Maral
5.0

Excellent italian restaurant. We were a party of four & every single dish we ordered was succulent. We had starters, entrees & desserts, not one miss!!! Cannot recommend it enough. The service was exceptional, friendly, knowledgeable & helpful.

May 24, 2025
on Google
Travelling
5.0

Amazing cozy Italian restaurant, located just off the Metropolitan. Menu is simple but every item is delicious, & is always changing.
We had as appetizers the focaccia, olives all ascolana, & the arancini. The focaccia is life-changing -- soft & tasty on the inside & crusty on the outside. The olives went so perfectly with the focaccia (deep fried & breaded, & stuffed with spicy sausage).
As entrees, we had the pork chop, capunti with mushrroms & truffles, & caramelle with sausage & rapini. EVERYTHING was amazing.
To end the night, it was coffee & Torta della Nonna & Lemon Ricotta cake. What an experience! Absolutely recommend, especially for a cozy romantic dinner.

Feb 5, 2025
on Google
George
5.0

Truly a great experience from beginning to end. Everything was on point! I will be back soon. Montreal has a new favourite Italian restaurant.

Nov 1, 2024
on Google
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