Bona Fide is a tiny neighborhood Italian spot that delivers a big wow with warm hospitality, an intimate setting, and a wine program. Diners consistently praise the beef tartare as a standout and the overall freshness of the small plates, with handmade pastas and dishes like duck ragu and squash with brown butter standing out. The atmosphere is cozy yet refined, and service is frequently described as attentive and personal. The wine list and thoughtful pairings receive frequent applause. While the cooking is described as precise and elevated without being fussy, a few notes mention richer mains, heavier sauces, or higher prices for wine by the glass. Overall this spot is seen as one of Montreal's top Italian restaurants and a go to for a comforting, memorable meal.
The food, service (especially the attentive owner), wine list & overall atmosphere are all excellent. I really cannot recommend Bona Fide enough. I'm already planning my next visit.
Coup de coeur du quartier! Notre nouveau restaurant chouchou. La bouffe est toujours excellente (tartares boeuf à tomber par terre), la carte des vins s'accorde bien au menu, & le service est impeccable. Pour un max d'effet'cocon' si vous êtes à deux, je vous recommande la table de la Nonna!
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.
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.
Vraiment une super découverte .... Nous étions un groupe de 20 nous avons occupé 96% des places Nous avons tous été séduits par le professionnalisme autant au service que par les cuisiniers. Menu dégustation A1 Carte des vins & recommandations du propriétaire A1 Le seul point négatif ... je n'ai pas été capable de me rendre au dessert ...( trop plein) Merci Super resto de quartier ...dommage que je sois si loin
I had lunch at Bona Fide in Montreal yesterday, & it was an unforgettable experience! The food was impeccable, the atmosphere warm & inviting, & the staff delivered top-notch service. I had the Arancino au canard & champignon, arrabbiata as an appetizer & the spaghetti & meatballs as the main, which were absolutely delicious, & the bread? Wow. Mouth-watering & so fresh, I even suggested they should sell it because I'm sure many people would buy it! The prices are very reasonable for the quality, & I'm already excited to come back & try their dinner menu. Highly recommend this gem to anyone looking for incredible food & a welcoming dining experience.
Service impeccable avec une ambiance chaleureuse. Je recommande fortement ! Mon plat préféré : le magret de canard, quoi que tout était délicieux sur le menu.
