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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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Christine
5.0

I've ordered pizza & panini twice for my kids birthdays & it's always amazing 🤩 food is always fresh & oh so tasty. We can't get enough. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for authentic pizza al taglio👌🏻

Mar 25, 2024
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A.J.
5.0

One of the best pizza / cafe / gelato spots in MTL.

Mar 19, 2024
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Alexandre
5.0

Best pizza in town! Only negative is that it's very crowded place, but there's a reason why is so crowded & it's worth the wait!

Mar 16, 2024
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Nabil
5.0

Très bel endroit pour un espresso...leur croissant au pistache est tout simplement merveilleux...& que dire du bgeine aux pistaches aussi, tout simplement a s'en mordre les doigts..en tout cas pour ma part c'est un incontournable, alors c'est très recommandé...👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

Mar 14, 2024
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Helen
5.0

This is one of my favorite spots in the city. I've been multiple times & everything you can order is delicious & fresh!!! I esp recommend the caciocavallo slice. The staff are so nice & accommodating as well!

Mar 3, 2024
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Monique
5.0

Excellentes pizza & sandwich. Tout petit bistro, un peu à l'étroit durant l'hiver. Bon service.

Feb 20, 2024
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Helen
5.0

Amazing pizza

Feb 18, 2024
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Arthur
5.0

I love san gennaro. Pizza & coffee are amazing!

Feb 18, 2024
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Abdeladel
5.0

Un de mes endroits préférés pour un café latte! Le croissant au pistache c'est un 10/10

Feb 17, 2024
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Nohémia-Dominique
5.0

Je fais le tour des cafés italiens de Montréal, & cet endroit se retrouve dans mes favoris. Le macchiato était délicieux & leurs pizzas faites maison également. Je recommande fortement ! Aussi, l'ambiance est branchée & agréable. Bien que ce soit assez petit, il y a plusieurs choix de sièges (stools au comptoir, devant la fenêtre pour avoir une vue sur la rue, tables conventionnelles...) Il y a aussi des toilettes très propres & les employés sont très gentils & souriants.

Feb 14, 2024
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