Dispensa Épicerie Italienne Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	7:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday	7:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday	7:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday	7:30 am - 5 pm
Friday	7:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed Today

Monday

7:30 am - 5 pm

Tuesday

7:30 am - 5 pm

Wednesday

7:30 am - 5 pm

Thursday

7:30 am - 5 pm

Friday

7:30 am - 5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed Today

Dispensa Épicerie Italienne receives praise for its sandwiches made with crusty, high quality bread and fresh ingredients, with standout options like chicken and meatball subs, eggplant panini, calzones, and lasagna, along with a strong selection of Italian pastries and excellent coffee; desserts such as cannoli with dense ricotta and a crisp shell are frequently mentioned, as is the overall quality of the offerings and the authentic Italian flavors. The atmosphere is described as welcoming, clean, and nostalgic, with staff noted as friendly and helpful; while lunchtime lines are common, they are said to move quickly and often justify the wait for a well-made sandwich. Opinions on portions and value vary, with some reviewers noting generous portions and fair prices, and others feeling portions are smaller for the price relative to similar Italian grocers. Overall the spot is regarded as a hidden gem and a reliable place for fresh, flavorful bites, drawing frequent mentions of its coffee, paninis, and pastries and recommendations to locals and visitors alike.

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Emma

5.0

Such a wonderful shop, with delicious coffee & a great crowd. Anthony is so kind, truly made my day today. So thankful for such kind owners & people. Highly recommend a visit here.

Mar 24, 2026

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Je suis devenu accros à leurs sandwichs & produits italien de qualité. Je vous recommande cette endroit

Mar 21, 2026

Marcel

Great amazing Italian sandwiches & chocolate chip cookies. Plus one of the best coffees in the area. & on top greatly priced .
Highly recommended

Aug 23, 2025

Rayan

La Dispensa is a true hidden gem. I first discovered it thanks to my wife, whose office is nearby, & since then it has become one of my favorite spots. Their coffee is fantastic, probably some of the best around, & the sandwiches are always fresh & flavorful. The poulet Pane sandwich is on another level, the bread is perfectly crunchy yet light, & the quality for the price is unbeatable.

I go there several times a week, & I often recommend it to clients when they want a quick but excellent bite. The staff are friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, & even if it gets busy around lunch, it's worth the wait.

Highly recommend!

Aug 22, 2025

Maya

Alice & Sophia are the most lit employees ever. Also, the paninis are out of this world. the distribution of ingrediants & quality is delicious. the cofee is authentkc & amazing. great service, great food, 100% recommand.

Apr 11, 2025

Elias

This restaurant is a hidden gem, the owners are gold & treat customers like family. I highly recommend the food & coffee are amazing.. must try their pastries!

Jan 30, 2025

I normally don't like sandwiches, but some friends recommended it to me so I ordered Pancetta with spicy mayo sandwich, it was very good! Hot (temperature) & crispy, juicy & fragrant. Coffee is very good, staff are great, price is very reasonable, highly recommend!

Sep 23, 2024

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