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Elena

Saint-Henri
4.5$ & $$
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Elena Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Elena

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on Google4.5 (1800+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Elena is widely praised for authentic Italian cooking with wood fired dough, standout pizzas, and salads, and pastas such as mafalda al ragù and ragu are frequently noted as well executed; the vibe is described as chic, intimate, and lively with attentive service and a strong wine list, making it a popular spot for date nights, groups, and terrace seating when available. Some visits are described as exceptional with friendly staff and reliable recommendations, while others note inconsistencies such as pizzas arriving burnt or cold, portions that feel small for the price, long waits, and billing miscommunications. Reservations can be tight and seating at the bar or in busy times may be required; the atmosphere can be loud but the overall opinion is that Elena remains one of the top pizza and pasta destinations in Montreal, offering a reliable and memorable experience for many, though not without occasional misses.
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Cynthia was top notch! We were visiting from Toronto & she is so awesome. Her energy made the vibe & experience so fun. Great unique Italian food options & excellent dessert

Jul 30, 2024
on Google

Great Italian eatery! The servers/staff were very welcoming & the dishes we ordered were to die for. Excellent food quality 👏

Jun 19, 2024
on Google
4.0

Clean, sleek atmosphere. Warm, friendly service. The food was well done, but not too notable in comparison with other Italian places in the area.

Apr 16, 2024
on Google

We tried two pizzas while here - the Amatriciana & the mushroom pizza. Between the two, the mushroom pizza was our fave as it was a more interesting flavour profile. We also tried the Italian soda, which was orange & vanilla flavoured, I found it to just be okay. It was super busy on a Sunday evening, but it was also their special anniversary night. I felt like it was hard to have a conversation given how loud it was in the restaurant & at times hard to even hear our server. Regardless it was a good experience & the mushroom pizza would be worth coming back for.

Feb 5, 2024
on Google

Amazing italian spot - The Mafalda al Ragù must be the best pasta dish in Montreal. Also, alot of dishes to share with friends (appetizers, pizza, salads, etc.)

Jan 31, 2024
on Google

One of the best Italian food experiences in MTL. Loved their Ravioli & Margherita pizza.Their Cannoli was great too.

Nov 20, 2023
on Google
MichelinGuy
1 Review
1.5

This restaurant was a complete disappointment. We had to wait 15 minutes to be seated, even though we had a reservation. What was worse was that when finally seated, the hostess sat the three (3) of us at a table for (2). One of us had to sit at the end of the table like a child in a high-chair. When we complained, there was no apology. The hosting staff leaves a lot to be desired. Our waitress, however, made up for the bad hosting service & was superb. The table was far too small for a group of three, causing food to fall around the table. The suppli were good, but the remainder of the food was sub-par. The cavatelli pasta dish was oily & overly salty. The tagliatelle were fine, but again, nothing special. There are plenty of better options for good Italian fare in Montreal.

Nov 11, 2018