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Da Emma

Authentic Roman soul meets the historic charm of Old Montréal in every handcrafted pasta plate.

Old Montreal
4.4$$$
CLOSEDOpens Tuesday at 6 pm
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ItalianFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of wines
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About

Da Emma serves traditional Roman cuisine characterized by authentic techniques and bold, simple flavor profiles. The menu focuses on artisanal pasta preparations, wood-fired roasting methods, and the integration of fresh, seasonal Mediterranean produce. Diners encounter a rustic atmosphere defined by exposed brick masonry, wooden structural elements, and vaulted ceilings that reflect a historical architectural aesthetic. Culinary offerings highlight hearty regional staples such as salt cod, artichokes prepared in the Jewish style, and robust meat dishes cooked to precise temperatures. Each selection emphasizes the fundamental qualities of high-quality ingredients sourced to maintain genuine flavor integrity. The establishment maintains a consistent focus on the culinary heritage of central Italy by providing substantial portions prepared according to generational practices. This approach ensures a direct connection to the specific food culture found in the heart of Rome.
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Reviews for Da Emma

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (1100+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
68%
4★
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Review Summary

Da Emma is widely regarded as a standout destination in Old Montreal, celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine and remarkably atmospheric, cellar-like setting. Many diners praise the high quality of dishes such as the suckling pig, lamb, and various pastas, noting that the food often feels like a genuine home-cooked meal. While the service is frequently described as professional and friendly, opinions on the dining experience are mixed, with some visitors expressing concerns regarding noise levels, pricing, portion sizes, or inconsistency in service quality. Despite these varying perspectives, the restaurant maintains a strong reputation for providing a memorable and traditional Italian dining experience.
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Après avoir lu les avis je désire mettre un B molle
L accueil est 0/10
Serveur même chose 0/10 au prix des additions comme on wake Up mme la propriétaire Do something!!

Jul 23, 2026
on Google

Exceptionnelle! Un réel plaisir de revenir 25 ans plus tard dans cette institution dont Olga la fille d'Emma a repris les cuisines.
Une vraie lasagne italienne comme on les aime. Tous les plats sont excellents & beaucoup d'émotion.
Un big up a Hamadi qui s'est occupé de lois comme la famille.
A ne pas rater!

Jul 22, 2026
on Google

So good. Great wine list, great assortment of foods for whatever you are feeling to eat.

Jul 19, 2026
on Google

Nous sommes de grands fans d'italien & nous avions vraiment hâte d'essayer ce restaurant. Malheureusement, nous avons été déçu par la qualité de la nourriture & l'ambiance extrêmement bruyante. Les choix de pourboires sur la machine sont de 20%, 25% & 30%.

Nous avons pris la burrata à partager pour l'entrée. 27$ pour le plat qui comportait 2 ingrédients: 4 tranches de tomates avec sel & poivre & une petite bourrata de bufflone. Absolument rien de raffiné & de spécial. 27$ pour ce plat est vraiment exagéré.

Pour le repas, nous avons pris des pâtes: Fettuccine aux champignons & des agnolotti au veau. Le goût était très fade. Rien d'extraordinaire. Avoir fait des pâtes semblables chez nous aurait probablement gouté meilleur.

Pour les boissons, il n'y a aucune option sans alcool sur le menu. Le cosmopolitain est à 18$ pour un mini verre. Très cher à mon avis.

L'ambiance n'est pas faite pour tout le monde, nous sommes dans une cave en béton & en bois, aucune fenêtre. Nous avions du mal à se parler sans devoir parler très fort. Nous sommes ressortis avec un mal de tête tellement que c'était bruyant. Il faisait aussi très chaud, vu que l'espace est restreint & sans aération.

Toutefois, je dois dire que le service était excellent!

Jun 21, 2026
on Google
4.0

Menu was a bit too concise. Lacked options. Flavours could have been more refined But still good.

Jun 16, 2026
on Google
4.0

The atmosphere was so cute. It's in an old'hidden' cellar with stone walls & dimly lit. Starters were delicious (bread & bruschetta). Main course was good albeit a little plain. Tiramisu for dessert was good but not as authentic & flavorful as you would expect. Overall a good meal but expected a bit more for the price. You are paying for the atmosphere.

Jun 15, 2026
on Google
4.0

If not the best, then one of the best Italian restaurants in Montreal. Food quality, taste & ingredients as good as you can find anywhere but more expensive than elsewhere & very noisy after 8:30 or so (low ceilings). Great service & wine selection in a comfortable setting with dishes rarely found in Montreal like the very slow roasted delicious melt in your mouth suckling pig or young lamb. A place to enjoy delicious food that does not taste good just because it is loaded with salt & fat once in a while as the menu is relatively small & does not change much.

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
5.0

Incredibly good & high quality food. The pastas were all 10/10 - you can't go wrong with any of them. The price was also decent.

Our waiter was a sweetheart. We will be back for sure!

Jun 11, 2026
on Google

Ambiance incroyable service incroyable la bouffe malade comment c'est bon? On se sent chez nous. Toujours une belle expérience d'aller manger là

Jun 7, 2026
on Google

Belle experience ! Je recommande à 100%

May 16, 2026
on Google