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.
This place is a must when in Montreal. The staff is great & the food is amazing. Had a pizza (of course) along with a salad & the meatballs. You have to have the meatballs *chefs kiss.
Aug 4, 2025
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Absolutely enjoyed everything about this Pizza/Pasta restaurant. The wood fired pizza was absolutely delicious, the orancini superb & the service was both friendly & excellent.
We kicked things off with a super fresh salad-light, crisp, & topped with a generous layer of shaved parmesan & herbs. Simple, but dialed in perfectly.
Then came the star: the Diavola 2.0. Wood-fired crust with that perfect leopard spotting, spicy soppressata, rich tomato sauce, & just enough heat to keep it interesting without overpowering the balance. Every bite hit.
The cocktail? Smooth, well-balanced, & paired great with the meal. & the vibe? Cool, modern, with the open kitchen adding just the right amount of buzz without being chaotic.
Elena doesn't just serve great food-it delivers an experience. Thoughtful, refined, & ridiculously satisfying. Already planning the next visit.
Overall enjoyable experience. Food was delicious. Drinks were good. Service was very good. Room was warmer than it should've been which made for a less than great experience.
We popped in for a takeout. We ordered 1 pizza & 1 pasta. The order took more than 30 minutes to arrive. The pizza was burnt & the pasta's was barely warm. A bit disappointed by such a nice place. Quality inconsistent.
This is our favorite pizza place in Montreal. Perfect cook & the sourdough crust brings it up a notch. The kale Caesar is also fantasti - highly recommend!
I rarely leave reviews, but this was the worst dining experience I've had in Montreal. It took 40+ minutes & two servers just to place our order. The waiter gave us'on the house' lemon shots we didn't ask for (nice gesture), but then charged us for them…? We had to ask for the bill to be corrected.
After finally getting our food (which was good), the waiter offered to pack the remaining 1/4 of my pizza to go. Many minutes later after he didn't bring it, I asked about it, & he just says'sorry I think someone threw it out'. No real apology, just'Do you want a free dessert?' I said no, & he replied,'Okay, well have a good night.' Then I proceeded to pay for a whole meal, even though they threw out a quarter of my meal.
It may have been an off night, & it happens to everyone, but the lack of accountability or even a proper apology on any occasion was unacceptable.
Really good food, & fast friendly service. I wouldn't say it's the best pizza I've ever had & it was a bit on the pricey side, but it was fresh & tasty. They had a large wine list, but the wine selection for individual glasses was not my favourite.
Intimate, vibey, very chic. Love this place & cannot recommend it enough, the pasta, pizza, & wine were delicious. beautiful selection for wine, & the server was great. Make your reservation!!
Nice hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The space itself is quite small & despite reservation we were seated at the bar, which wasn't ideal. Food is delicious, especially the ragu, but is somewhat pricey for what you get. Service was excellent.
