Our beloved chef Germano Mustone has a wealth of knowledge in the culinary industry.
After quite some time as a New York pizza chef,
Germano was on a mission to give the West Island a taste of Italy with a touch of New York. He insists on fresh, cut to order ingredients, with specially imported authentic Italian sauce and lots of love! Germano and staff want to take the opportunity to thank the community for supporting our business.
Reviews describe Cugini's Pizza as consistently outstanding pizza crafted with care, featuring a deeply flavorful dough and fresh high quality ingredients across a range from New York style to Grandma square pies. Signature pizzas such as Cup and Char, Margherita, Americano, and Nonna are praised, along with popular extras like garlic knots, hot honey, and cannoli. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with attentive staff and a passionately involved owner that gives the place old world charm, making dine in and takeout equally enjoyable. While some notes mention higher prices and occasional wait times, the overall consensus is that the pizza is among the best in the West Island or Montreal, offering a true Italian culinary experience rather than a quick slice.
Stopped in from NDG & it was love at first bite. The New York-style pizza was outstanding, with incredibly fresh ingredients that really stood out. The owner's passion is evident in everything-from the quality of the food to the excellent customer service. Both the owner & staff were so pleasant & genuinely enjoyable to talk to, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Thank you, Cugini's, for reminding me that life is better with great pizza made by wonderful people.so happy to find this West Island gem!
If you're looking for a true taste of Italy without boarding a plane, this pizza place delivers exactly that-& more.
From the moment you walk in, you feel the heart behind the restaurant. The owner's story is woven into every detail, bringing a sense of purpose & passion that you don't often find. It's clear this isn't just a business; it's a craft, a tradition, & a dream brought to life.
The ingredients are impeccably clean & thoughtfully chosen, & you can taste the difference in every bite. The pizza is nothing short of extraordinary-perfectly balanced, fresh, & bursting with authentic flavor that transports you straight to Italy. Every slice feels like it was made with care & intention.
The atmosphere is warm, inviting, & perfect for any occasion-whether it's a family dinner, date night, or celebration. The service goes above & beyond, easily a 5-plus experience, with staff who genuinely care about making your visit memorable.
This is more than just a pizza restaurant. It's an experience, a story, & a slice of Italy you'll want to come back to again & again.
Feb 1, 2026
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New Year's Day & stumbled upon Cugini's Pizza in Pierrefonds, Kirkland, Quebec. Wow what a gem 🤩. We ordered XL Veggie & it was delicious + gourmet - XL Nonna Pizza - no kidding it was a prize if can be awarded, even better than in Italy. Each bite melted in your mouth & full of fresh flavours. It was hot also when we got box open. We are 6 yrs away & I'm dreaming of this pizza!! Hopefully the chef is the owner as what a pizza!!!! No pics of pizza but there's plenty online. The service was great also. A friendly smiling girl greeted me & was very pleasant. The place had dine in also & was clean with a great vibe & folks watching the hockey game.
Cugini's Pizza is easily one of the best gourmet additions to Pierrefonds & Kirkland. Since moving from Beaconsfield, this spot has completely elevated the local pizza scene. The moment you walk in, you can smell the difference. Fresh basil, bubbling cheese, quality olive oil, & the unmistakable aroma of a perfectly charred crust set the tone right away. Every pizza is made with care, tradition, & real passion, & you can sense it before the first bite even reaches the table.
The dough, sauce, & toppings taste exceptionally fresh, & the thin crunchy crust has become a favourite throughout the West Island. Many people, myself included, consider Cugini's the best pizza in the area. The prices are higher than what you find at basic corner pizza shops, but the quality more than justifies it. This is gourmet pizza done the right way.
Germano, the owner, adds a personal touch that shapes the entire experience. He takes pride in every detail, from selecting ingredients to creating a warm & welcoming atmosphere. The decor adds to the charm, with bold Stikki Peaches artwork that gives the space a colourful & creative feel while still keeping the comfort of a neighbourhood restaurant.
The menu is a standout. Their twenty four hour dough develops deep flavour & creates the perfect balance of chew & crunch. Both the classic round pizzas & the Grandma style square pies are must tries. The Pepperoni, Americano, Three Cheese, Il Bianco, & Margherita all showcase fresh ingredients that shine from the first bite. The Grandma square pizzas, especially the Cup & Char version with crispy pepperoni, ricotta, hot honey, & basil, are unforgettable.
Their specialty pizzas show real skill & imagination. Customer favourites include the Vesuvio with bold meaty flavour, the Napolitano with anchovies & fresh herbs, the Rapini with richness & a touch of bitterness, the Portofino with smoky & sweet notes, the West Islander with fresh & creamy toppings, the D.D.O. with deep earthy flavours, the Truffle with indulgent aroma, & the Toscana with a bright & balanced finish. Every pizza feels thoughtful & elevated.
I have eaten pizza in many cities, including Texas, New York, & Toronto. Cugini's is the best pizza I have had in a long time. Pierrefonds & Kirkland truly gained a gem. This is the kind of place you think about well after the meal is over.
Cugini's also offers take home pizza kits, fresh dough, & their house made sauces, which makes it easy to bring their amazing flavours into your own kitchen.
Amazing place to grab a slice or sit down with the family for dinner. Every time I take a bite, it just gets better & better. It's no surprise this place is a hit, since the owner is a true representation of the restaurant & its brand. His pride in the shop shows in every detail, from the fresh, high-quality ingredients to the welcoming atmosphere. As a devoted Habs fan, he brings the same loyalty & passion to his pizzeria, & it shows.
A serendipitous Friday night traffic jam led us to Cuigini's, where the culinary experience was love at first bite. The owner's passion for his craft shone through in every detail, from the mouth-watering pizza to the exceptional customer service. The staff's warm welcome made us feel right at home. Small local business, like Cugini's, is precious & vital to our communities. Thank you, Cuigini's, for reminding me that life is good with delicious pizza made by wonderful human.
I really couldn't fathom what could make a pizza do expensive now I understand. I haven't had pizza this good in Montreal ever. Also it's clear they care so much about customers & quality. The interfaces are crag & when our Uber driver arrived to pick it up he didn't have an insulted bag. They cancelled the order, refunded us, & delivered it themselves. We are 1/3 as much as we usually do to feel so satisfied. Try The West Island pizza OMG. Thank you for the best free pizza on earth we will be happy to pay many more times.
Psst the garlic knots - think savoury zeppoli bites. If you are going to go for the calories these are like garlic crack!!
