Cugini's Pizza offers an authentic Italian dining experience, specializing in classic pizzas crafted with premium ingredients and traditional techniques. Guests can savor a diverse menu featuring handcrafted pasta dishes, flavorful appetizers, and hearty main courses that showcase the rich tastes of Italian cuisine. The culinary team focuses on delivering fresh, quality flavors in every plate, ensuring a memorable meal. Beyond the savory selections, Cugini's Pizza presents a delightful array of desserts and sweets, perfect for concluding any repast with a touch of indulgence. This establishment is dedicated to providing a welcoming atmosphere where the vibrant spirit of Italian cooking comes alive.
Cugini's Pizza is widely celebrated as a premier destination for authentic, high-quality pizza in the West Island of Montreal. Many patrons praise the establishment for its exceptional, fresh ingredients, flavorful sauces, and perfectly crisp dough, often comparing the quality to top-tier New York style pizza. While the menu is frequently described as gourmet and delicious, some diners note that the prices are on the higher side and that wait times can be significant due to the restaurant's popularity. The atmosphere is generally characterized as warm and welcoming, with the owner and staff frequently highlighted for their genuine passion, hospitality, and dedication to providing a memorable dining experience, making it a standout local gem for many.
What a fantastic pizza place! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, & clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The crust was perfectly crisp, the toppings were delicious, & you can really tell they care about every detail.
One of the highlights of our visit was meeting the owner. He was incredibly warm, friendly, & welcoming, & took the time to chat with us, which made the whole experience feel even more special. It's always nice to see someone so passionate about their business & customers.
Great food, great atmosphere, & genuinely kind people. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Montreal. Highly recommended!
First time trying, but will not be the last. Came in near closing, but the young lady behind the counter was very kind & patient. Always test the margherita first, & it was great. The sauce really made this pizza. It is on the pricier side, but you notice the quality ingredients. She also recommended trying the spicy oil & honey, & both added different types of kicks & elevated the crust. It is worth the detour, will return & appreciate the great service!
I had a really disappointing experience at this pizza place. The pizza arrived cold, the crust was soggy, & the toppings tasted anything but fresh. For the price, I expected much better quality.
On top of that, the service was slow & unhelpful.
Mar 28, 2026
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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.
Location: On the West Island. They have a small parking lot that could be busy on weekdays.
The place: This is more of a take-out spot but they do have a few tables if you want to dine in. As someone who's been documenting street art for a while now, I love that Stikki Peaches left his mark on the place (including in the toilettes, where you'll find a paste-up designed by his kid, Stella). Good music, chill vibes.
The goods: If I'm honest, I was keen to try the Stikki Pizza before it disappears in mid-November 😄. My friend ordered the West Island, I think. I have nothing negative to say about their pizza - it's delicious! The crust is thin but perfect (not hard or chewy - just... good), the pizza sauce is great - not acidic at all, & in my case, the limited edition pizza was amazing. I would have liked a bit more pancetta on it but besides that, YUM! My friend also enjoyed her pizza. We both got a cannoli & it was authentically tasty. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their selections.
Service: The first person who served us was rather indifferent & seemed impatient when my friend couldn't decide what to order. Let's just say that I didn't get friendly vibes. That said, we had a completely different experience with'J' (who doesn't want to be called out) - she is super friendly, chatty & funny & we felt right at home with her.
Price point: It ain't cheap - my pizza was $34 which admittedly, is steep for a 12' pizza. That said, you're getting a freshly-made pie with what seemed to be fresh ingredients so I think it's OK to treat yourself once in a while, eh?
I recommend this place (& I vote for the permanent addition of the Stikki pizza to the menu!).
Best pizza in the West Island. Thin crust with a great crunch. The staff there is always very friendly & cheerful. Thandie & the rest of the staff went out of her way to ensure we were happy. Would definitely go back.
Great pizza! The crust was perfectly baked & the toppings well balanced. A solid pizza with great taste & fresh ingredients. The dough is light & crispy. This is a must-visit for anyone who loves authentic pizza.
Great pizza. Thin crust no flop. This was the best pizza I have had in possibly ever. Ordered 3 cheese + pepperoni. New location is beautiful. Lots of seating. Great service.
What a pizza man, & what an amazing service!
We just got home from there, literally five minutes ago & first thing I did was writing a review about this amazing place, the crust is absolutely perfect ,the tomato sauce is top quality & it balances very good with everything else.
The service was flawless too, will be coming back for sure every week, keep up the good work guys!
