Da Vinci serves an authentic repertoire of Italian cuisine that emphasizes the tradition of handmade pasta and fresh Mediterranean seafood preparations. The kitchen focuses on sourcing high quality fish and shellfish to create robust plates that reflect the classic culinary techniques of the coastal regions. Patrons encounter a dining environment defined by its commitment to heritage recipes and simple yet precise ingredient application. Each dish showcases a deliberate balance of imported olive oils, aromatic herbs, and seasonal produce to ensure structural integrity across the menu. The culinary approach prioritizes the natural characteristics of the primary ingredients over excessive complex garnishes. This establishment maintains a consistent standard for those seeking traditional Mediterranean flavors prepared with technical proficiency and a deep respect for foundational Italian preparation methods.
Da Vinci is widely recognized as a premier destination in Montreal for those seeking an elegant dining experience featuring authentic Italian cuisine. Many guests praise the warm, inviting atmosphere and the exceptional attention to detail provided by the attentive staff, which often makes diners feel like VIPs. While numerous visitors highlight the high quality of dishes like the lamb, seafood, and homemade pasta, others note that portion sizes can be small relative to the price and that experiences can occasionally vary during busy periods or special events. Despite mixed feedback regarding pricing and occasional inconsistencies in service, the majority of patrons appreciate the polished environment, personalized hospitality, and overall sophisticated charm of the restaurant.
The food was absolutely amazing! We started with the burrata & the calamari, & both appetizers were fresh, flavorful, & beautifully prepared. For our main courses, we had the ossobuco & the seafood risotto, & they were simply exquisite. Each dish was cooked to perfection & bursting with flavor.
The portions were very generous, & while the restaurant is on the pricey side, the elevated cuisine, exceptional quality, & generous servings make it well worth it. The restaurant itself has a warm & inviting atmosphere, & the service was impeccable from start to finish. We had a wonderful dining experience & highly recommend this restaurant!
We had a very pleasant evening & a delicious dinner at Da Vinci Restaurant during our visit to Montreal. We love Italian food & appreciated an authentic menu & nice wine selections. We ordered salads, a fish dish, & risotto. There were many other options that I'm sure are also great. In addition to the food, our service was superlative, beginning with a greeting at the door upon arrival, some fun conversation, & a warm farewell. The restaurant is comfortable, calm, & nicely decorated. We will definitely return when we are in the city next time!
From the minute you walk in the restaurant. You know the dining experience is going to be wonderful. The décor is tasteful & the service is impeccable. I tried the lobster & seafood risotto. It was one of the best I've ever had.
I highly recommend this restaurant.
drove all the way from New York.
Enjoy !
Jul 4, 2026
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Was looking forward to trying this place & having a nice Valentine's day dinner but unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. We were given a set menu (which was not advertised anywhere on their website; when we asked about this, they told us it was on their instagram, which we obviously don't follow) & told there were no other options even though my parter was allergic to half of it, while other patrons were served à la carte. Almost no vegetarian option & when asked to be accommodated for our food restrictions, we were served a watery risotto. Service was rushed & we felt like it was not up to the standards of a nice restaurant like Da Vinci is supposed to be. They overbooked the evening & pushed the tables together; music was loud & the place felt crowded. I tend to be a very easy customer but this was disappointing enough to feel compelled to write a review.
Came here for dinner last night with a colleague on a business trip. We Were seated right away.
Bread, oil, petite toast bruschetta & olives were served while we looked at the menu.
Many classic selections to choose from. I had to have the pasta Bolognese, Which was very tasty. My colleague had the mushroom risotto which was also very delicious. Many protein options including A5, shanks, tomahawks, etc.
Great ambience. Was not loud & were able to hold a conversation all night. The host & their team were very attentive & courteous. Ended the night with lemon cello on the house which was a very nice touch by the host. Thank you for taking care of us!
My husband & I dined here for our anniversary as family gifted us with gift cards. It is a quaint little restaurant in the heart of downtown. The food was very tasty, the presentation was very pretty, the portions were good, the service was fast & efficient (although the attention we received was overkill - the waiter, although very kind, checked in on us literally every 5 minutes) We were disappointed with the risotto as we expected a thicker consistency, but it was too'soupy' in our humble opinion. The resto serves the cutest complimentary appetizer (first picture- we were 2 so there were 2 of each item). I do recommend if you don't mind spending $$ as the food is excellent, however, the prices are over what I am willing to spend for dining out & so would not return (A bottle of Perrier is $12, my 3 shrimp appetizer is $48, etc)
OK so having Italian roots I don't normally go to Italian places because I'm always disappointed in the food & I always think homemade is better but this place is out of this world! Is it pricey?Quite a bit , yes but the vibe is immaculate. The overall charm of this place is Simply splendid the owner of the place is super nice & Vincenzo has my heart, always gives me the best service ever. The food itself is simply amazing. The lamb chops are juicy, & the grilled octopus is simply to die for, I tried many of their dish , & they are all simply amazing, especially their lobster risotto & the ragu di agnello! Overall 20/ 10🤩
Da Vinci offers an outstanding dining experience with an atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The service is amazing-warm, attentive, & truly makes you feel valued as a guest. I had the lobster risotto, & it was absolutely delicious, with rich, savoury flavours that were perfectly balanced. Highly recommend Da Vinci for anyone seeking a cozy, inviting place with top-notch food & service!
Soirée d'anniversaire pour un ami, ce fût un succès. Ambiance agréable, personnel sympathique & nourriture de qualité. Amateur de fruits de mer, je vous conseil le risotto. Merci à l'équipe.
This restaurant has become one of my favorites, the food quality & service is top notch.
We were a large group & everyone was extremely satisfied.
Appetizers were all good, the veal Carpaccio was tender & tasty, the caprice with mozzarella Di Bufala was the freshest I’ve ever tasted.
Main courses also received rave reviews from everyone. The veal ossobuco with risotto was amazing, roasted veal, grilled lamb chops, seafood linguini, shrimp & crab dish all received top honors from our friends.
The service was beyond reproach, our waiter “Carlo” was always available & made some amazing recommendations on both food & wine. Rarely do you see service this good, he must have years of experience & it really shows in the confident matter exhibited.
Decor could use an update, but still very nice & classically decorated, has not changed in many years.
Price wise, it is expensive, with wine tip & tax, approx $250 per couple, but well worth it for this level of food quality & service.
I would highly recommend it.
