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Café San Gennaro

Authentic Neapolitan pizza finds its true home in the heart of Little Italy.

Little-Italy
4.8$$ & $$$
OPEN7:30 am - 7:30 pm
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Café San Gennaro specializes in authentic Roman-style pizza al taglio, featuring rectangular slices with a characteristically light and airy crust. The menu highlights traditional Italian ingredients, ranging from classic margherita to seasonal vegetable and savory meat toppings. Beyond the savory options, the establishment functions as a dedicated espresso bar that serves high-quality Italian coffee alongside an assortment of artisanal pastries and house-made sweets. Cannoli and bomboloni remain core components of the dessert selection, prepared with traditional techniques to ensure consistent texture and flavor profiles. Patrons encounter a bustling, high-energy atmosphere defined by industrial aesthetics and communal seating arrangements. The focus remains on rapid, high-quality service for those seeking an immediate taste of Rome through both baked goods and layered, crispy-bottomed pizza squares sold by weight.

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Café San Gennaro is widely celebrated as a premier destination in Montreal for authentic Roman-style pizza, fresh pastries, and high-quality coffee. Visitors frequently praise the exceptional service provided by a friendly and knowledgeable team, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes it a beloved local gem. While the indoor seating is somewhat limited, the inviting outdoor terrace serves as a popular spot to enjoy popular items like the caprese pizza, pistachio bomboloni, and perfectly crafted cannoli. Although experiences regarding pricing and coffee blends have occasionally varied, the overall consensus highlights a vibrant, high-quality experience that brings a genuine taste of Italy to the heart of the city.
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Colin
5.0

Superb!

Jan 25, 2025
on Google
Ryan
4.0

Very decent for delivery. The quality held up pretty good- you never know how food will transport but I wasn't mad. This focaccia based pizza pays tribute to classic square tray Italian vibes. It's more like focaccia with toppings as apposed to pizza, you feel me? Very tasty though & definitely worth a shot. Warning: PRICEY to say the least.

Jan 23, 2025
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M.
5.0

La pizza peperoni fromage est tellement bonne première fois & sûrement pas la dernière fois

Jan 22, 2025
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Nour
5.0

I've been to San Gennaro few times now & every time it's been delicious. I've recently started ordering through uber for a delivery & even if it takes close to two hours to get delivered to Laval, it's delicious. Thank you San Gennaro gor an authentic roma pizza.

Jan 22, 2025
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Halo
5.0

A perfect café for a casual brunch! The pizza is super soft & tasty; the cannolis & bombolonis are a must-try. I love the pistachio flavour the most. The coffee is also excellent. They have outdoor seating in summer, perfect for a relaxing weekend vibe. Highly recommend!

Jan 12, 2025
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Rana
5.0

I very much enjoyed everything here, the pizza, the croissants, the coffee, excellent! Fast & friendly service on a busy day. I highly recommend this place.

Dec 30, 2024
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Donald
5.0

Best coffee, best coffee. So good, so satisfying. My go to place in little italy !

Dec 27, 2024
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Amir
5.0

Best Pizza in Montreal! Take the Margherita, & you won't regret it.

Dec 27, 2024
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Kendra
5.0

Their pizza is amazing, however, a bit pricey. However, it's a nice place to treat yourself for lunch.

Dec 5, 2024
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Sophie
3.0

Amazing pastries & products, a few alcoholic options, but the staff don't want to give actual glasses of tap water if you're parched so you can buy water bottles. One reached for a glass & got a shot instead. Also there's only stools to discourage people from sitting for long. Super uncomfortable & frustrating. Also, students: They have wifi but no outlets so if you get there too early from downtown by accident you're screwed without full charge. The food is good but it's not a great vibe or practical to reach unless you're local & getting to-go. They're not trying to be an authentic Italian/European cafe for relaxing & enjoying.

Dec 5, 2024
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