Fiorellino propose une cuisine italienne authentique axée sur les pizzas cuites au feu de bois et les plats de pâtes fraîchement préparés. Le menu met en valeur des ingrédients de qualité importés directement d’Italie, assurant que chaque assiette reflète les profils de saveurs méditerranéennes classiques. Les clients observent le processus de préparation artisanal grâce à une cuisine ouverte intégrant un imposant four en pierre central. L'environnement utilise des éléments de design industriel comme la brique apparente et le béton poli pour créer un espace fonctionnel et moderne. Chaque base de pizza subit un processus de fermentation précis avant de rencontrer la chaleur intense du feu de bois pour obtenir une croûte carbonisée caractéristique. La sélection de boissons se concentre sur des étiquettes italiennes régionales choisies pour compléter l’acidité et la texture des mets proposés.
Fiorellino est largement reconnu pour sa cuisine italienne authentique, de nombreux convives louant ses pizzas au four à bois exceptionnelles, ses pâtes fraîches et ses ingrédients de qualité. Le restaurant offre une atmosphère vivante et dynamique qui constitue un cadre idéal pour les rencontres sociales, et de nombreux visiteurs apprécient le service chaleureux, professionnel et attentionné du personnel. Bien que l'établissement soit fréquemment décrit comme énergique et bruyant en raison de sa popularité et de sa musique, la plupart des clients considèrent l'expérience culinaire globale, associée à une sélection soignée de cocktails et de vins, comme un moment fort de leur passage au centre-ville de Montréal.
Visiting friends in town who took me here, & the atmosphere was really fun with a live DJ (Friday night) & good vibes. I cannot recommend getting the carpaccio, for 22$ you get the thinnest slices of pear & barely anything for your money. The tartare was good, & the pizzas were nice as well. Nothing fancy.
Where I have the most issues is with the price of drinks... Just get a cocktail from the menu! I ordered two gin & tonics with a shot of St-Germain liquor extra in each, which ran me to 25$ a drink. 50$ for two gin & tonics, no warnings from the waitstaff either. They weren't anything special, nor top shelf liquor. I had quite the shock when the bill came, & honestly felt deflated leaving the restaurant. The vibes are good, but they cannot justify this in my opinion.
Had an amazing experience at Fiorellino! The atmosphere was vibrant & welcoming from the moment we walked in.
Patrick, our bartender, was absolutely incredible - knowledgeable, friendly, & clearly passionate about what he does. Every drink he made was perfectly balanced & beautifully presented. You can tell he takes pride in his craft.
The charcuterie board was delicious - fresh, high-quality ingredients, great variety, & beautifully arranged. It paired perfectly with the cocktails.
If you're heading to Fiorellino, definitely grab a seat at the bar & ask for Patrick. We'll 100% be back!
Fiorellino is a quintessential Montréal spot! It's gorgeous, perfectly located downtown, & always buzzing with energy. I've been coming here since 2016, & it remains a staple for a great pizza in Montréal!
The Vibe & Service:
I almost always visited on Friday or Saturday evenings, & you should know: it is packed & very loud. They did have a DJ playing music (vibes 10/10), which creates a great atmosphere, but the tables are very close to each other, so expect an intimate (& noisy) experience!
Logistics can be a bit of a shuffle. This time we had a 7:00 PM reservation for six people, but still spent 10 minutes huddled in the cold, cramped entryway before being moved to the bar. We weren't seated at our actual table until 20-30 minutes past our reservation time. Service over the years has been consistently'average' but functional, but definitely felt the pressure of the weekend rush.
The Food & Drinks:
The food is the saving grace. The cocktails are fantastic & well-crafted. The pizza is the absolute star as the dough is incredibly light & airy with that perfect wood-fired char. I've tried the gnocchi & the polpete (meatballs) in the past; they are delicious, though definitely on the pricier side for the portions.
Verdict:
Go for the incredible pizza & the energy. It's a great spot if you're looking for a lively weekend scene, but just don't expect a quiet conversation or a perfectly timed table!
Très accueillant, organisé & bienveillant. J'ai mangé un superbe risotto au bar accompagné d'un verre de vin que l'équipe m'as aider à choisir. J'ai apprécié le tiramisu mais en ai manger des meilleurs. Je ne sais pas dire ce qui manquait dans celui là. J'y retourne rapidement pour comparer !
Patrick was an excellent bartender who made the experience even better. He was friendly, attentive, & clearly knew what he was doing. Every drink was perfectly made & served promptly. Patrick created a welcoming, fun atmosphere at the bar. I would absolutely come back & recommend him to anyone.
Worst waitress ever. No one even acknowledged us when we came in, & we had a reservation. Our waitress was extremely rude; she pulled the menu out of our hands, barely cared to serve us, & did not even check in or let us order an appetizer. We told her about a serious allergy, & she messed up the order & did not care to even acknowledge it when we asked if it was wrong; our friend was very sick. She continued to have short responses & a passive-aggressive attitude. For such a pricey restaurant, I expected to be treated better. The food was great, but the service was awful & very rude. Would never come back.
Amazing time celebrating my wife's birthday! PATRICK our server was hands down one of montreals finest waiters. A newly graduated sommelier & creative genius behind the bar. Patrick was patient & very helpful in guiding us in the right direction when it came to both drinks & food. We let this fine gentleman pick our wine pairing & he hit it out of the park. The food was great but the service was even better. My inlaws who are fresh back from Italy said it was the closest they got to tasting the motherland in Montreal. We will be back as long as Patrick is serving us !
Amazing drinks & staff! The staff was so nice & attentive. We cannot say enough good things about the head bartender who served us (the one who curates the drink menu). He had SO much knowledge & great suggestions on drinks & food & made our experience!!! We all had multiple of the signature cocktails & each one was fantastic. All the food was great, & the DJ added such a unique touch to the experience. The food came quick, & was all delicious. Will definitely be coming again!
