Cappello receives high marks for its breathtaking city views, sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere, and a menu that frequently pleases with well executed Italian dishes and a standout tiramisu, while the wine list and cocktails get consistent praise. The experience is often described as memorable and well suited for special occasions, with service commonly noted as attentive and professional, though some visits mention slower pacing during busy periods and occasional missteps in timing or presentation. A common thread notes that prices can be high for the portions or certain dishes, and a few criticisms point to underseasoned or overly fatty items, yet many dishes are described as delicious and thoughtfully prepared. Overall, Cappello's dramatic views and engaging ambiance are the defining draw, making it a spot many would return to for a special night, provided expectations align with the moment.
We went to Cappello for lunch & amazing!The Caesar salad is a classic that never disappoints, & the pasta with vodka sauce was so good. The table d'hôte comes with focaccia, & you can even add a dessert - yes, please! Everything was absolutely delicious, & the view… wow!! I'm definitely coming back, like ASAP!
Mar 28, 2026
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We were out celebrating a colleagues birthday. There was a little screw-up with the online reservation but thankfully it was mid week & they were gracious to accommodate us.
The atmosphere was great, we had a wonderful table & the view was spectacular. I have just one comment about tables facing a wall, & it goes for most restaurant designs, they should always have a mirror on the back wall so everyone feels part of the atmosphere. Nobody wants to ever face a wall, change that & everyone is happy & feels part of the vibe.
The food was great, but our experience with the staff was the highlight of the evening.
Thank you to Luca for taking great care of us & especially singing a wonderful Happy Bday song at the table... he was great, don't listen to other guests who said the opposite.
I definitely would return, if not just for Luca ;)
This place is so incredible! My spouse took me here for my birthday & I'm so glad this is what they chose. Food was incredible, the space is so pretty with great views of the city, & the service was amazing. Everyone was so friendly & quick. We'll definitely be coming here again!
To start with, my experience here was great-the service was amazing. My only concern was the food selection. As someone who is allergic to pork, I found there were only one or two options available for me. That said, the pasta I had was absolutely delicious.
For dessert, out of four options, I could only choose one because the others contained alcohol, which was a bit disappointing. Unfortunately, the gelato I ordered was really bad, & I didn't like it at all.
Overall, it was a good experience, but it could be even better with more food options that do not include pork or alcohol.
Went for drinks & tiramisu! Truly enjoyed the whole experience. We felt welcome from the first moment (lovely long brown haired lady at the door) untill leaving the restaurant. Carl from the bar was amazing & made me one of the best margaritas in my life! Great views & vibe. Would come again to try the food!:)) thanks!
Shotout to bar manager Carl for great cocktails & service. My companion said that her margarita was the best one she has ever had. Carl surprised her with fruity margharita with a touch of spice & smokey flavour. Beautiful scenery & great vibes. I highly recommend!
J'adore essayer de nouveaux restaurants, & ça faisait longtemps que je n'avais pas eu un aussi gros coup de coeur.
Service incroyable, décor magnifique & nourriture exceptionnelle. Mention spéciale au carpaccio de dorade, au tartare de veau, salade César,
à la pieuvre & aux pizzas… honnêtement, tout était délicieux. Je recommande sans hésiter!
My husband & I had heard great things about this restaurant, so we decided to try it for our anniversary & it did not disappoint. The food was amazing, & the service was just as impressive. Selina, our waitress for the evening, was incredibly attentive & made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, it was absolutely worth the price. We had such a great experience & will definitely be coming back!
J'ai été samedi passé & c'était ma première fois & clairement pas la dernière. J'etait accompagné de superbes copines & l'ambiance est vraiment agréable ainsi que la nourriture qui était très délicieuse. Nous avons été servies par le merveilleux Luca !
Très belle ambiance & nourriture vraiment délicieuse. Chaque plat que nous avons goûté était savoureux & bien présenté. Par contre, les portions sont malheureusement très petites pour le prix.
Malheureusement, notre expérience a été beaucoup moins agréable au niveau du service. Notre serveuse, Selina, a été plutôt froide pour ne pas dire bête & nous nous sommes senties pressées pendant tout le repas, ce qui enlève beaucoup au plaisir d'une sortie au restaurant. De plus, lorsque nous avons commandé une bouteille de vin blanc, aucun seau à glace ne nous a été offert & la bouteille a simplement été déposée sur la table.
C'est dommage, car avec un meilleur service & des portions un peu plus généreuses, l'expérience aurait pu être vraiment excellente.
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I had a great experience at Cappello. The food was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. The atmosphere was cozy & welcoming, & the staff were very friendly & attentive. Everything we ordered was delicious, & the service was quick & professional. I would definitely recommend this place & will be coming back again!
Nous avons partagé une burrata, ensuite comme plats le spaghetti polpette & radiatori vodka piccante. Nous avons terminé le tout avec la Gelato & une vue magnifique sur Montréal. Magnifique restaurant. J'y retournerai ✨
There's a fine line between creativity & confusion in the kitchen, & unfortunately, @capellomontreal leaned a little too enthusiastically toward the latter.
Italian cuisine has always had a quiet confidence about it - simple ingredients, balanced flavors, & dishes that don't need a long explanation to shine. Here, however, it felt as though every plate was determined to overdo it…
Take the burrata, for example. A lovely ingredient on its own, creamy & delicate. It arrived accompanied by gnocco fritto (deep-fried dough) & a balsamic that somehow tasted like it contained soy. Why? Your guess is as good as mine. It was one of several moments where the food felt'creative for the sake of being creative,' rather than harmonious.
The pinsa wasn't much better. The crust had a burnt bread taste, topped with pepperoni that tasted suspiciously like it had taken a detour through Costco, & any promised garlic flavor also seemed to have gotten lost somewhere along the way.
For our main, we had Radiatori Vodka Piccante. The vodka sauce, which contained sweet breadcrumbs - an unexpected plot twist - & tasted oddly like something that might have come from a jar rather than a simmering pot, also lacked the'Piccante' part.
Dessert brought us a tiny $18 tiramisu that appeared to have been extended with extra cream, arrived slightly hard as if freshly thawed, & for reasons unknown, contained chocolate chunks. Not offensive, just… puzzling.
Service also had a slightly frantic energy. Within the first ten minutes of sitting down, we were visited three times - including once within the first thirty seconds asking if we were ready to order. At 5:30 p.m., with the restaurant nearly empty, it felt less like attentiveness & more like we might be gently encouraged to eat quickly & move along.
Add to that a few small but noticeable details - shaky tables & water glasses that weren't quite clean when we sat - & the overall experience didn't quite match the price point. The plating was also surprisingly simple for dishes positioned at this level.
In the end, one can't help but wonder if the prices are influenced more by the view & the high-rent location than by what arrives on the plate.
Our rating is higher than it should be due to the fact that the cocktails were pretty solid. Same bar as the other two restaurants above it. We would reccomend skipping all three for food, & just drink at the bar instead.
Super expensive. Good quality food . Service is excellent because they rush you out. We had a reservation at 7 & they were already kicking us out at 8 . The restaurant was empty. They also placed us between 2 other couples.if u want like a bit of privacy impossible. Super small portions
Beautiful setting, but very underwhelming food. Pasta was bland, & the veal tartare was covered in cheese & seated on a brioche so you did not taste the tartare at all. Drinks were good however.
