Bottega Pizzeria is a renowned, family-run restaurant located in the heart of Little Italy and Laval. It boasts a wide range of traditional Italian dishes, extending from authentic Neapolitan pizza to a selection of sfizi, Neapolitan-style tapas. A wood-burning oven imported from Naples enriches their cuisine, thereby rendering it true to its native region. The welcoming atmosphere is populated by a dedicated, engaging staff.
Overall, reviews describe Bottega as an authentic Italian spot in Montreal with standout pizza and calzone, delicious arancini and gnocchi, and a warm, lively atmosphere. Service is frequently praised for being attentive and knowledgeable, with several staff members earning enthusiastic mentions and wine pairings enhancing the meals, though a few visits note inconsistent service and higher prices. The wood fired oven contributes a distinctive flavor and texture that many find authentic, while a minority feel the dough can be soft or heavy and some evenings can be noisy. Taken together, Bottega is viewed as a top choice for Italian dining in Montreal, delivering flavorful dishes and a welcoming vibe.
This is amazingly well done Neapolitan pizza. & the place provides a great area for families to dine in. The servers are particularly impressive, adjusting themselves to each group, making them dynamic & efficient. This made my time & others experiences really nice. However it does get quite cramped & loud, though this make the service even more impressive.
I got the Margherita, supposedly it goes through a double fermentation, & you could tell. The dough had very impressive airyness in the crust, while having a firm gluten structure but still being extremely chewy. Maybe all places should do this. The centre was a little soggy though not nearly the worst, & the spotting on the crust with the char is some of the best, & the spotting underneath is also extremely good. The San marzanoes were very abundant & were a little too sweet (not sure of brand used) but still helped a lot with acidic balance. The abundance in the centre may have added sogginess a bit. One of the best parts of the is pizza is how warm it was served, with some of the freshest fior Di latte, & also very creamy for fior. Pairs well with the abundant sauce. Aromatics from Basil were lacking however. This is very close to the traditional style just done really well. Overall 9.3/10.
This is a great place for families especially but servers are able to cater to anyone very well. If you want traditional Neapolitan pizza done really well this is an amazing spot, & you can tell the servers & chef care about the quality, visibly checking it after making which is really cool. Beware it gets pretty busy though.
Apr 30, 2026
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Solid traditional Italian cuisine. No frills no gimmicks. Complete menu with extensive wine selection. Ambiance is family friendly yet modern. Meatballs appetizers were flavorful & right size. Would go back to try the pizza.
Nous avons passé une superbe soirée. Ambiance chaleureuse, service soigné & que dire du menu. Tout est bon ! Essayer les sfizi !!!! Les arancini (entre autres) sont exceptionnelles !!!! Mais mon coup de coeur, le calzone…. Le meilleur que j'ai mangé de ma vie. !!! Sans blague, Dominico vous prépare votre plat avec une attention, comme si c'était le sien ! Il est excellent au four. La pâte est légère, souple & un peu élastique pour une gout unique qui vous fait voyager au coeur de l' Italie. Les pizza & les calzones ne sont pas juste bons, ils/elles sont exceptionnels !!!! WOW allez-y, essayez, tout est bon !!!!
Service was ok but I don't get these places, all you eat is dough! A tiny blob of sauce, a feeble excuse for cheese & a basil leaf torn up in three pieces. That will be 30$ please. The profit margin from selling pizza with nothing on it must be great. Everyone from our group agreed the food tasted fine going down but was problematic the next day on the way out to say it nicely.
Feb 7, 2026
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Very nice place with friendly staff. The pizza was absolutely amazing, the Margherita was excellent, & the calzone was super tasty. Definitely recommend!
Rude staff with delivery drivers. Waiter pointed at me then said rudely you can stay outside while i bring the order. They think they are a luxury restaurant. Wake up you are junk pizza restaurant in Canada!!!
First visit to Bottega, & it was disappointing. The pizza was one of the worst I've had. Paper-thin, soggy dough, drowned in too much acidic tomato sauce. Calamari were okay, dessert felt like leftover holiday cake. Service was just as bad, forgetful waiter, no water refills, no bread. Won't be coming back. 🤷🏻?♀?
Bottega truly feels like a slice of Italy in Montreal. The gnocchi was light & comforting, & the pizza was outstanding, baked in a traditional Italian wood-fired oven that gives it that unmistakable flavor & texture you can't fake. What made the experience special was the service - the waiter knew the menu in depth, suggested a wine that paired perfectly, & proudly brought over a book written about the restaurant, sharing the family recipes & the history behind the place. You can feel the passion, tradition, & strong management in every detail. A restaurant that offers much more than just a great meal.🇮🇹
Dec 20, 2025
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First time here & we looooooved it. The pizza & the calzone were spectacular, we had the Margherita pizza & the calzone, & both were incredible. We also tried the arancinis, which were really good.
The only thing I wouldn't really recommend is the arugula salad. It's not bad at all, just nothing special, & I don't think it's worth the price.
But everything else was absolutely delicious. The service was amazing, the place is beautiful, the vibe is super cozy, & it all feels really authentic.
Sincèrement l'un de mes restaurants favoris à Montréal, & la meilleure pizza à l'ouest de Naples. Malgré tout, même si elles sont extraordinaires, je vous invite aussi à essayer l'un de leurs entrées ou plats du jour qui sont tout aussi délicieux. & ne repartez pas sans avoir pris une gelato aux noisettes! Vous me remercierez plus tard 😉 J'adore le service & l'ambiance du lieu aussi, toujours impeccable & sans prétention, qui en font mon restaurant favori pour les petites & grandes occasions à célébrer!
Si je peux me permettre, je dois dire que c'est la meilleure pizza que j'ai goûtée à Montréal. J'avais choisi celle au prosciutto, figues & fromage burrata… my God, les ingrédients étaient frais & savoureux, un vrai délice !
Je retournerai sans hésiter. De plus, notre serveur Brandon a fait preuve d'une gentillesse exceptionnelle - bravo pour l'excellent service à la clientèle.
Great place for a night out. Beautiful outdoor terrace. Me my girlfriend had 2 entrées. The Fried Calamari was amazing & so was the Polpette(meatball). As a main course we both had a pizza. The pizzas were really good. The only disappointment was the pizza dough was soft & very chewy. Considering it was cooked in a wood burning oven we were expecting a crispy crust, light & airy. Still worth a visit.
