Brama Restaurant Italien is described as delivering authentic Italian cooking with fresh, well balanced dishes ranging from vibrant pastas and delicious pizzas to standout seafood. The menu highlights include cavatelli, calamari, octopus, burrata, pistachio cheesecake, tiramisu and a ribeye that many feel is outstanding. Service is repeatedly praised for being attentive, friendly and professional, contributing to a warm, welcoming and cozy atmosphere, though a few visits note the space can be a bit noisy or casual compared with the level of the food. Guests consistently call Brama a hidden gem and one of the city's best Italian spots, offering good value and a willingness to return for more, whether dining in or ordering takeout.
One of my favourite spots in Montreal. Food is always incredible & fresh, the pizza is to die for. The brunch menu is so well thought out. Staff is always kind & attentive. Chef John is humble & welcoming
Brama exceeded every expectation. The restaurant has such a warm, inviting atmosphere. Their team is incredibly kind & attentive & made us feel genuinely welcomed. Meeting Chef John was a highlight!
The food was exceptional. The lamb, the Mac Alla Gigi, & the carrot cake were all standouts. Each dish was clearly made with care & intention.
A truly memorable meal. Im already looking forward to coming back!
May 5, 2026
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Great experience, the food & service was excellent. The pizza was on point, the flavors & textures reminded me of authentic napolitan pizza. The octopus entre was delicious & so was the salad. The desserts were also a hit, the pistachio cheesecake & the tiramisu delicious! The waitress did a great job in accommodating our group never missed a beat. Hats off the chef who visited all the tables to introduce himself & make his rounds. The atmosphere was cozy & trendy. A 5 star well deserved, highly recommend & will return.
Everything, & I really mean everything we ordered was absolutely fantastic! From pizza to burrata, from ice cream to cheesecake!
No idea how the chef manages to make every single dish taste this good, but genuine compliments from all of us!
It wasn't an exaggeration: absolutely delicious! The warmth & hospitality of the staff really made it complete.
This is my second time at Brama & my experience there was so wonderful that I just had to leave a second review. The food was just as delicious as I remembered, if not better! My friends that went for the first time raved about each & every dish that was ordered. I got pats on the back for a great recommendation! The service was excellent, always with a wonderful smile. The restaurant was bustling & the atmosphere was pleasant. Special thanks to Chef John for going above & beyond to ensure that our meal was perfect. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Montreal & if I didn't live so far (South shore), I would probably go every week!
Mar 2, 2026
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This is my second time going to Brama & they did not disappoint! The food is simply incredible & the service is impeccable!! Special thanks to Chef John for going above & beyond to ensure that our visit was perfect! My friends & I came from the south shore to dine here, & it was worth the trip! We would surely visit more often if we didn't live so far!
Rarement un restaurant m'a autant impressionné. Chaque plat est un voyage, mais surtout une révélation, des saveurs authentiques, maîtrisées à la perfection, avec une finesse & une profondeur que j'ai rarement retrouvées, même en Italie.
Le chef est tout simplement une perle rare, un véritable artiste. On sent la passion, le respect des traditions & en même temps une créativité exceptionnelle. Rien n'est laissé au hasard, des ingrédients à la cuisson, tout est exécuté avec une précision remarquable.
Ce restaurant ne se contente pas de servir de la cuisine italienne, il l'élève à un autre niveau. Une adresse incontournable, mémorable, & sans hésitation l'un des meilleurs restaurants italiens que j'ai eu la chance de découvrir.
Jan 19, 2026
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Last night, we had the pleasure of enjoying a wonderful meal with friends at Brama. While it was their first visit, we had dined there several times before. The stakes were high, as all of our friends are Italian (unlike my husband & I), & their opinion of a restaurant representing their native cuisine mattered greatly. We were a group of four couples.
We began with the calamari, which was light & crispy, served with a flavorful tarragon mayo. While we thoroughly enjoyed it, the portion felt a bit small for the price. The other three couples opted for the octopus salad, beautifully presented with fresh, delicious ingredients. It was a definite crowd-pleaser.
For the main courses, our group enjoyed a variety of pizzas & pastas, all of which were delicious. We ordered the Quattro Pizza, which surprisingly featured a blend of six cheeses, caramelized onions, & arugula. Although I typically don't enjoy salad on pizza-& didn't notice this ingredient listed on the menu-it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The soft, airy dough with just the right amount of crispness was outstanding, especially paired with the hot honey on the side.
We also shared the ricotta cavatelli with beef cheeks, mushrooms, truffle sauce, & fior di latte-something our friends also ordered. This dish is truly a staple at Brama & an absolute winner. The melding of flavors was mouthwatering & not to be missed.
Another couple enjoyed the cavatelli with spicy sausage & raved about it as well. Additional dishes included a variety of pizzas-Soppressata, Mortadolce, & Salsiccia-a carnivore's dream that our group found flavorful & satisfying.
We toasted the evening with a Ripasso & a Chianti wine, along with Italian Birra Moretti, Heineken, & Sol beers.
Dessert featured carrot cake, hazelnut cheesecake, & a mixed berry gelato. All were enjoyable; however, the carrot cake-normally a favorite of mine-fell a bit short. It was slightly dry & lacked flavor, with minimal icing.
Overall, it was a lovely conclusion to a meal that satisfied our palates & made me proud of my restaurant choice. My Italian friends were genuinely impressed & confirmed they would definitely return.
A special mention goes to Courtney, our energetic & engaging server, who was friendly, professional, & knowledgeable, offering thoughtful details on every dish.
As always, John, the master chef, delivered a stellar experience that truly impressed our Italian guests.
The vibrant staff, inviting atmosphere, & exceptional food combined to create a memorable evening we won't soon forget.
Thank you🙏🏻🙏🏻🎉🎉
From beginning to end I was impressed. Not overdone, no over the top gimmicks (as we see today everywhere).
It literally reminded me of the'non-touristy'restaurants you find in back alleys all over Italy. Just absolutely spectacular food, combined with the warmest ambience. This cozy restaurant feels like you're going to eat at your nonna's house.
Took my father there for his birthday & could not be more pleased. Calamari & octopus as entrées. Both spot on! The flavours exploded in our mouths & were a good sign of things to come. We then shared a beef cheek cavatelli that was to die for, a pizza that, through my taste buds, brought me back to Naples & the gnocchi that melted in the mouth as ice cream on a hot summer day. We ended with the pistachio cheese cake that had an explosion of perfect flavour combinations.
Honestly one of the best places I've eaten at, in & around Montreal. You can tell the Chef puts his heart & soul into the menu & that the entire team has love for their place. To top it all off, the staff was knowledgeable & super friendly (bartender made a phenomenal dirty martini… or maybe two). All that at VERY reasonable prices.
A true hidden gem that you absolutely need to try! Bravo for a complete & utter masterpiece!!! Will 100% be back.
Ps: I noticed an army of non-stop delivery drivers coming in & out (in a convenient side area to not'bother' the customers… smart) so I'm presuming that you can also order out & savour at home.
Nov 28, 2025
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Un endroit exceptionnel !
La nourriture était non seulement excellente, mais chaque plat était préparé avec une attention incroyable. Le chef est d'une gentillesse remarquable & ses recommandations étaient absolument parfaites. Le service était chaleureux, l'ambiance agréable, & on sent vraiment la passion derrière chaque assiette.
J'y retournerai sans hésiter une vraie découverte ! 🌟🍽?
Fantastic food & great service. This was a personal recommendation from a friend at it was great. The Cavatelli was amazing & the pizza was too. Friendly staff & the chef John the pistachio cheesecake 😋 was delicious.
Léger malentendu à l'arrivée, le proprio, Chef John à pris les choses en main.
5 sur 5 ⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?
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J'y retourne très bientôt, merci John!👌🏼
