Da Emma
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Restaurant Da Emma, located in what was formerly Montreal's first prison for women, won prizes for its design in 1999. Da Emma serves traditional Italian cuisine with Roman specialities. As for the food: seafood antipasto (squid, mussels, shrimp, and octopus drizzled with olive oil), fettuccine with porcini mushrooms, and suckling pig roasted with garlic and rosemary are among the highlights.
Terrace available accommodating up to 70 people.
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3.0
Mediocre Italian food. Really not worth the hype or money. Way too expensive for the portions. Waiters take & move plates around while you're eating instead of waiting until you're done.
Jun 1, 2024
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5.0
I came here about two years ago when I visited Montrèal for the first time. Had the Gorgonzola Ravioli & honestly couldn't stop talking or thinking about it the whole time when I was back in the US. I came back this year to show my parents this restaurant & they were amazed. (They're hard to shock so it's pretty impressive in my book). Had the same Gorgonzola Ravioli & had the most lovely waiter I've had 2 lovely experiences here & it'll always be one of my top restaurants both for the food & memories.
May 26, 2024
on Google
3.0
Da Emma was good, but nothing standout to me. I went because I like to use eater & it was close by. The restaurant itself is cool & it's got a good vibe was very crowded. I just didn't think anything I had was exceptional. Definitely questioned the boxed pasta at what is marketed as traditional Italian. I liked it but wouldn't go back.
May 6, 2024
on Google
4.0
Restaurant assez sombre dans une ancienne prison pour femme. Bons produits italiens. Un savoir faire qui est là. Un service agréable.
Apr 20, 2024
on Google
5.0
It's one of my favorite places. Great atmosphere for a romantic or a business dinner.
Apr 18, 2024
on Google
3.0
I didn't like the service. It felt like I they didn't want to serve me with carelike other costumers with their Nona's. It's a shame the food was good, except by the pasta (should be al dente but was borderline to undercooked). Ambient is great tho, unfortunately I didn't feel welcome & cared & it changed my overall experience. I really liked their Tiramisu, it's a must for dessert there.
Apr 14, 2024
on Google
5.0
Excellente expérience culinaire, service impeccable & ambiance chaleureuse. À recommander sans hésitation.
Apr 10, 2024
on Google
3.0
I used to love this place. It went from good to average. Still has nice vibes, friendly staff, & good service.
Apr 8, 2024
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2.0
A group of us went to dinner on April 4, 2024. Our server was inattentive, opinionated & lacked of patience which gave all of us the sense of rushing our dinner experience. The food was okay but nothing to brag about. We were not asked how so we like our meat to be cooked. Our preference for extra shaved Parmigiano cheese were argued by the server. I'm sad to say that I will not return to once was a great restaurant.
Apr 4, 2024
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4.0
Nos cousins Québécois commencent à faire des efforts culinaires, même si l'Italie.....
Feb 20, 2024
on Google
4.0
Been to Da Emma 2-3 times before. Visiting from Toronto, I always make sure I make resos here. I took 5 family members & amped up the restaurant so much. The food was incredible but our waiter was awful. So rude. Barely gave us the time of day. Took only some of our order. Constantly walked away before we are done ordering. He had glasses & a bun. Honestly I would have walked out if I knew all night would be this way. I asked him if he could tell us the history of what Da Emma was all about - & he said when it's less busy. It died down completely & he ignored us completely. We waited 20-30 minutes after he dropped off our bill. So disappointed. For the amazing level the restaurant is this guy should NOT be working there. Can't handle the service. Can't handle the customer service. Ruined all the hype I made the place to be. Again, food 10/10 but that guy has to go.
Feb 17, 2024
on Google
5.0
Une petite gemme au coeur de Griffintown ! La qualité de la cuisine & du service est excellente, la sélection de vin est intéressante & l'ambiance est calme & feutrée. Le prix est tout à fait correct au regard du niveau gustatif des plats proposés. Ce restaurant a un charme incroyable & je ne peux que le recommander.
Feb 14, 2024
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