Overall, Focaccio is widely praised for warm, attentive service, a welcoming vibe near the airport, and generous Italian fare that delivers on flavor. Dishes like veal, lasagna, seafood and the house wine are frequently highlighted as highlights, with tiramisu and other desserts earning compliments. The atmosphere is described as pleasant and charming, though a few reviews mention it can get noisy and the decor feels a bit dated. A number of diners appreciate convenient options for travelers, including a free shuttle and easy access to hotel pick ups, with portions described as substantial. While the food is usually described as excellent and the portions hearty, some comments note occasional inconsistencies in service or in delivery items for takeout. Overall, Focaccio is seen as a reliable, reasonably priced gem with a real Italian vibe and a staff that makes guests feel welcome, encouraging repeat visits.
Wonderful experience & fantastic food. The lasagna is in my top 10. Cute atmosphere & attentive staff. Don't let the location or surrounding creepy businesses discourage you from stopping by.. large wine list.
Went here with colleagues for dinner. The ambience was nice & calm. I ordered the shrimp fettuccine & all of us found our food to be delicious. The waiter was courteous & kept checking up on us to make sure we didn't need anything.
Good food & service. Beware however of restaurant provided shuttle service. After having driven us back from the restaurant shuttle driver demanded a tip. As is my custom to provide tips for good service I dont like to be shaken down for one. Unfortunately a fellow passenger felt intimidated by this a reluctantly gave him money. All this left everyone upset after what should have been a nice dining experience. I recommend using your own transportation or, if impossible find an alternative restaurant
I came here for lunch during the week, & overall it's a decent restaurant, especially given the location. The service was great, both waiters were very fast & attentive. The restaurant was clean & tables were well spaced. However, the food was ok & I had higher expectations for an Italian restaurant. The salad was very plain with a single olive & tomato slice & lots of salad leaves. I had parmigiana as main course & there was nothing wrong with it per say, but it was just ok. For dessert, we were served carrot cake which was actually really good. Otherwise, it's a decent place & I would probably come back if in that corner again.
Nov 12, 2024
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It was dark. The specials were written on a black board in an illegible way. The waiter upsold us the starter & made an inappropriate comment while we were ordering & then was very dismissive as soon as we paid the bill.
If you are looking for a cozy place for authentic Italian, this is your place!! Portions are excellent, & the warmed bread that comes with is perfect to get every bit of sauce as you don't want to miss a bit. The staff had the same excellent customer service towards my daughter as they did my husband & myself, which is refreshing as it makes it truly a family experience. Staff is knowledgeable to help you with a wine pairing to suit your taste. Staff are also bilingual which is a bonus. A go to spot for my family in Montreal for sure. Thank-you to the establishment for an experience & an evening.
I ate a pizza which was great. It was hot & tasty. I ordered some garlic bread for starters but it was never served. The waiter, of course, accepted to remove it from the bill.
The food here is absolutely amazing! Honestly, the service was even better-it really made the experience special. This place definitely earns a five-star rating!
Oct 19, 2024
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Excellent food, service, nice music. Worth a visit. If you have time to get your flight from Montreal YUL, seat there & ask anything, drink a wine, enjoy some relaxing time. Mangia, che ti fa bene.
Out of the way restaurant with great food . When we were there it was quite full. The location of the place was not where you'd think there would be good food. Highly recommend though. Daily specials.
I have to say that I was a little disappointed with my experience there. As you walked in it looks like a classy restaurant. Service is good, server polite. Atmosphere is ok. Parking is limited. Food is ok not to say below to what you would expect for what the look of the restaurant is. We had to asked the server to change silverware food cooked on it & the glass the beer came in was also dirty with food residue cooked inside the glass. Table cloth was stained. I had minestrone soup which looked pretty much like vegetarian soup with broth. I had chicken Cesar salad which was soaked in not sure what! It isn't what I expected. Based on my experience I will not return there.
