Drogheria Fine's mission is to provide the food service industry innovative products and ingredients and to contribute to Quebec gastronomic and culinary growth.
Drogheria Fine is a small, cash or debit only takeout counter with no indoor seating that serves gnocchi in a windowed, street-food style setting, often enjoyed with the option of cheese or spicy toppings and a rich tomato sauce; reviews describe the gnocchi as pillowy and comforting and the portions generous for the price, while the sauce can range from deeply flavorful to overly sour or bland depending on the batch, with some gnocchi textures being chewy or overcooked. The experience is quick, casual, and distinctly neighborhood, aided by friendly staff and a bustling takeout line that moves, and the packaging— a simple to-go box with optional jar sauce to take home—adds to the charm. Many praise the affordability and the nostalgia of a place that started as a sauce shop before the gnocchi became iconic, while a few note that the sauce is not always to their taste and some batches feel more like a can than homemade. Overall, it’s considered a must-try for gnocchi lovers seeking a hard-to-beat value and a quintessential Montréal moment, even if every visit doesn’t hit the same high note.
Cute hole in the wall place! Came here for the $5 Gnocci. Add 1.50 & you get chili flakes & Parmesan cheese.
It's the best thing I've eaten since my Grade 4 teacher's rigatoni sauce. I remember eating it as a kid, & even after all these years I still crave it & I'm glad I found this on my trip to Montreal cause it was nostalgic lol
We were brought here as part of a food tour on the Montreal Mile End. The gnocchi + tomato sauce was really delicious & for the price nothing can be beat!
We wouldn't have heard about this place had it not been for our tour guide Eric so we were glad to have it as a stop on the tour. There was a large lineup outside (there is no seating inside) but it seemed to be moving quickly.
A delicious little treat for just $5-6.50! I highly recommend adding cheese & chili flakes, it's seriously good. Just a heads-up: they only accept Canadian debit or cash. Last time I went, I skipped lunch because it was so filling for the price. Great value! The line moves quick too.
This gnocchi pasta shop is perfectly located in a food corner from Fairmont Bagels to Drogheria to Kem CoBa! There was a line when we got there but it moved fast. I love the very simple menu. Honestly, you can only get gnocchi either (1) plain, (2) with cheese, &/or (3) spicy. & it's cash only. Such a smart business idea, perfectly located, & the gnocchi was a perfect snack/meal! We got the spicy gnocchi without cheese, & it was just red chili flakes on top but they definitely made it spicy.
The gnocchi & sauce at this hole-in-the-wall is some of (if not the best) food I've eaten in Montréal. For under $6 you can get a delicious, authentic takeout box of freshly made gnocchi, topped with a rich tomato pasta sauce, plus chili flakes or parmesan cheese if you like. We loved it so much that we returned to buy the gnocchi & pasta sauce in bulk, taking it home to Toronto & flying it to Vancouver to share with family later! Note that they accept cash & debit. Highly recommend visiting, I'll be back!
Une perle cachée. Un petit comptoir sans prétention, mais incroyable & pour 5$ seulement. J'en ai pris 2, parceque je suis un peu gourmand mais les portions sont quand même généreuse & bien chaude, nappée d'une sauce maison à tomber . Texture parfaite, moelleuse & sans être pâteuse. Les gnocchis sont bien dorés là où il faut. Du pur bonheur dans une petite boite.
Apr 2, 2025
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Drogheria Fine is a unique "street gnocchi" spot where you order from a window & either eat outside or take your food to go. The concept is cool, the portions are generous, & the service is quick & friendly-all for under $10. It's easy to see why this is such a popular spot for visitors or anyone looking for a quick, affordable lunch. That said, while the value & experience are great, the gnocchi & sauce were just okay-nothing particularly special. The sauce reminded me of something slightly better than Chef Boyardee, so it didn't quite live up to the hype for me. Still, for the price & speed, it's worth a stop. Just remember they only accept Canadian cash or debit!
This is my favorite Italian Gnocchi place. I'm a big fan. Bring your own fork/spoon. They charge $0.30 for a fork, however they offer free chopsticks. Either pay with cash or Canadian Debit. Something to note is Canadian Debit means any card with an Interac logo on it. CREDIT CARDS are NOT Accepted.American debit cards or prepaid cash cards are often AMEX, Visa or Mastercard ONLY & are not acceptable here. There is an ATM available right nextdoors or a quick 5min walk to the nearest Scotia Bank Branch. I always get extra cheese with extra extra extra spice
Cool concept. For the price point, it's good value with generous portion & quick, friendly service. That said, there's not much selection & I'm not sure it's worth the hype - it's good, but not amazing. The spicy is quite spicy, go no spice or low spice if you don't want a kick. Note, they only accept Canadian debit cards & cash. Only has a to-go window, no seating.
Honestly the food was not good. The sauce was too salty & lacked flavor. The gnocchi texture was made well, overall I don't recommend. Btw this is a cash only or Canadian debit only establishment. US cash accepted at a 1:1 rate.
Oct 2, 2024
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The gnocchi at Drogheria Phine is always amazing, with LOTS of sauce, please always ask for extra cheese, you'll thank me later. P.S.: Don't forget to bring cash or a debit card, they don't accept credit cards. P.S.2: Get there early (around 11 am) if you don't want to wait in line. P.S.3: Next door is Fairmount Bagel & on the corner is the best cannoli in the area, so be prepared for a feast when you go!
