Brussco offers a distinctive Italian dining experience, specializing in authentic pizzas and classic pasta dishes crafted with fresh ingredients. The culinary team focuses on traditional recipes, delivering robust flavors that evoke the heart of Italy. Patrons can anticipate a menu rich with comforting and familiar Italian favorites, prepared with meticulous attention to detail. The atmosphere is designed for enjoyable meals, providing a pleasant setting for gathering with friends and family. Every dish is a testament to the quality and passion that defines Brussco's commitment to Italian cuisine.
Brussco is widely celebrated as an exceptional destination for authentic Italian cuisine, offering a diverse menu that features high-quality pasta, delicious wood-fired pizzas, and generous portions. Guests consistently praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere, the beautiful outdoor terrace, and the professionalism of the attentive staff. As a popular bring-your-own-wine establishment, it provides excellent value, making it a favorite choice for various celebrations and casual dining. While the restaurant is frequently busy, which can lead to a lively and energetic environment, the overall consensus highlights a top-tier dining experience defined by fresh ingredients, flavorful dishes, and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction.
The food was great & the portions were bigger than expected. It is a bit expensive, but the servings are generous. One thing that would make the experience better is the menu, all the plate names are in Italian, & adding English or French translations would make it less overwhelming for the customer.
The service was good, & I love that it's a Bring Your Own Wine restaurant. I also really appreciated that they were not pushy about the tip, that only encouraged me to give more.
Oh, sure, if you enjoy being personally victimized by incredible value & authentic flavor, then Brussco in McMasterville is a real nightmare. Honestly, save yourself the trouble & stay in Montreal where you can pay $220 for a meal that tastes like a lukewarm microwave dinner-at least there, your wallet won't feel so heavy & burdened afterward.
But if you must go, here is what you're in for:
The Review: A Total Disaster of Quality
The'Problematic' Value
First of all, they have the audacity to let you bring your own wine. Because clearly, we all love having extra money left over at the end of the month. The entire bill-two appetizers, two mains, & a latte-came to $110 including tax & tip. It's frankly offensive. In Montreal, I could have paid double that for half the food & the added luxury of a waiter who forgets my name three times. Who does Brussco think they are, being'reasonable'?
The Meatball Extortion
We started with'Nona's' homemade meatballs. I felt genuinely threatened. They were so soft & perfectly spiced with that mix of veal & pork that I was convinced a grandmother was actually lurking in the kitchen, waiting to beat me with a leather shoe if I left a single bite of that rich tomato sauce behind. The psychological pressure to enjoy something that delicious is just uncalled for.
An Actual Caesar Salad
Then came the Caesar salad. Imagine my shock when it actually tasted like... a Caesar salad. They used real anchovies in a homemade dressing. Apparently, they didn't get the memo that modern restaurants are supposed to use bottled mayo & call it a day. It was vibrant, salty, & authentic-absolutely exhausting for my taste buds.
The Main Event Cruelty
My friend had the All-Dress Pizza, which had the nerve to have a perfect'in-between' crust-not too thin, not too thick-& a criminal amount of cheese. I suffered through the Veal Parmesan. It was tender, loaded with cheese, & served with roasted vegetables that actually tasted like they grew in soil rather than a lab. It had that specific'Italian taste' that makes you realize how much you've been settling for elsewhere. It's really quite rude of them to set the bar this high.
The Final Insult
To top it off, I ordered a decaf latte. Now, usually, decaf is supposed to taste like sad brown water. Not here. It was strong, rich, & delicious. They can't even let you have a mediocre coffee to end the night? & the service? Excellent & kind. Just disgusting.
Summary: Don't go here. I mean, unless you want better food than anything in Montreal for a fraction of the cost. I'll be going back, but only so I can continue to be outraged by how much I love it.
Apr 24, 2026
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Best italian food by far! I think i ordered 3 times in a week!! The meatballs, sausage entrée, aranccini, paninis..everything is amazing!! Super fresh, delicious..already looking forward to my next orde
Sommes venu pour une première fois, pris en entrée bruschetta, très bon, mon plat principal pâtes avec crevettes (3) & pétoncles ça c'était décevant, le goût était assez bon mais pétoncles câline un gros pétoncle qu'on a coupé en genre 4-5 tranches. C'est vraiment un crime de servir un pétoncle tranché. Acheté de plus petits mais de grâce laissez les entiers.
Not sure if I just ordered the wrong meal but I don't see what is so great about this place. I was not the only person in my party of five who was disappointed. I would not choose to return unless obligated to be polite & attend someone elses event dinner. I ordered the meatball appetizer, they were tasty but a little salty. My main dish was the chicken paninni, I did not even eat a third of my sandwich, nor the fries. The whole meal was pasty, so much so that when asked if I wanted to take it home my response was no. I told the waitress that is was too pasty, the initial tasting was positive. Sure it had a nice taste/ flavor but was just non edible after a few bites, quite the turn off.
C'est notre troisième visite à ce restaurant & c'est toujours aussi délicieux & généreux pour les portions…
Une première ainsi qu'une deuxième à ce restaurant & sûrement pas les dernières…
Excellent accueil
Belle ambiance
Un très bon service
De bonnes assiettes généreuses de qualité
( Calmars tendre & savoureux )
( salade César excellente )
( polpettes excellentes )
( arancinis bien correct )
( les pizza 🍕 surtout la carnivore .. wow )
( lasagne bonne ok )
( entrée crevettes excellentes )
( entrée saucisses très bonne )
Seul bémol… j'hésitais entre Penne Gigi & Tortellini Emilia ( deux assiettes à 25$ chacune ) , je demande si cela serait possible de prendre les Tortellini mais à la Gigi au lieu de à Emilia ( la serveuse me mentionne qu'elle allait vérifier ) .. je reçois mon assiette de Tortellini à la Gigi ( je suis contant même si elle ne me l'avait pas confirmé ) … Mais surprise 3$ de plus sur ma facture pour le changement !!! ( j'aurais apprécié que me le mentionne avant pour le frais additionnel ) Question de transparence !!!
Dans l'ensemble… Notre groupe a beaucoup aimé l'expérience culinaire à ce restaurant & nous y reviendrons !
