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Elena

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

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Reviews for Elena

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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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5.0

Incredible wine list, knowledgeable staff, super tasty pizza.

Jan 13, 2019
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
MartineO
1 Review
1.0

N'allez pas dans ce restaurant. La pizza est médiocre dans l'ensemble. La serveuse, la cuisine & même la direction n'en n'ont rien à foutre... & même si les 3 pizzas sont retournées entières ... aucun geste de responsabilité de la cuisine. De plus les prix sont exhorbitants.
C'est le temps que les patrons retombent sur terre & qu'ils s'occupent un peu de la satisfaction de la clientèle.

Jun 4, 2018
FanFi-924
1 Review
2.5

Nourriture savoureuse, menu peu élaboré mais tout est très bon. Service désastreux & surtout assurez-vous que personne n'ait un pépin & arrive en retard car ils vont vous mettre à la porte si vous dépassez le temps alloué !

Apr 17, 2018
Bernie57
1 Review
5.0

I loved my first meal, I've already been back twice! First visit was with a party of four so we were able to sample a larger selection. Incredible pizza oven produces many delights; I've had Mushroom, Margharita & White pizzas = delish! The second visit we kept it down to just the one White pizza & we ordered the Nocco Fritto appetizer & shared a Pasta Verde as well. I enjoyed a glass of orange wine. There was a special dessert that evening called the Financier (named after it's popular shape resembling a gold bar!) Staff is super knowledgable & friendly. Comfortable seating; love the space & decor. Not your regular pizzeria but personally, I might be on MY way to becoming a regular!

Mar 4, 2018
NatashaMtl
1 Review
5.0

Elena is truly a welcomed addition to the neighbourhood! The pizzas are fantastic! We had a great experience- the food, the wine, the staff & overall atmosphere of the space, all wonderful! Elena's is a great spot for a dinner or even just a bite at their bar.

Mar 4, 2018
3.0

The music is so loud for a restaurant! It was so frustrating as my girlfriend & I really wanted to catch up over a good dinner but we could not even hear each other. I guess this is the way the restaurant ensures a fast turnover of customers but it does not make for a pleasant experience! They do have a really interesting wine list & an interesting menu. The food was a bit bland but overall still quite good.

Feb 15, 2018