Fresco specializes in authentic Italian and Mediterranean culinary traditions, emphasizing high-quality ingredients and classic preparation techniques. The menu features an extensive selection of pizzas crafted with hand-stretched dough and topped with robust tomato sauces, fresh herbs, and premium artisanal cheeses. Beyond its signature pizzas, the kitchen prepares a variety of Mediterranean-inspired plates that highlight balanced flavor profiles and seasonal produce. Guests interact with an environment designed for efficiency and comfort, facilitating a direct focus on the food itself. The establishment prioritizes consistency in its technical execution, ensuring that every dish meets rigorous culinary standards. This venue delivers a straightforward approach to regional staples, providing a reliable experience for those seeking well-prepared staples from the Mediterranean basin and Italian heartland.
Fresco is widely recognized for serving authentic and flavorful Italian cuisine with generous portion sizes. Diners frequently praise the welcoming and warm atmosphere, noting that the restaurant is an excellent choice for both casual meals and larger events. The staff is consistently described as professional, kind, and attentive, contributing to a positive overall experience. While guests appreciate the reasonable pricing and high quality of the food, some feedback suggests that the washroom facilities could benefit from updates and better accessibility for those with limited mobility.
I was also at Fresco on New Year's Eve with my family, & my experience was completely different. We found the atmosphere very warm & family-oriented, almost like being at a family party rather than a formal reception hall. The service was attentive, the food was good, & the portions were fair for a special holiday evening.
Given how reception halls & many restaurants were charging exaggerated prices for NYE, Fresco felt reasonable & honest in comparison. New Year's Eve is always a busy, high-pressure night for any restaurant, but from what we experienced, the staff handled it well & did their best to make guests feel welcomed.
Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but I don't feel this review reflects the experience we had that night.
We enjoyed our meal. The food was well prepared & very tasty. Compliments to the chef & also thank you to Franco the waiter who gave us great service & made us feel like home. Job well done Franco! We will reccomend to family & friends & we will go back again.
My friend & I enjoyed a wonderful evening at Fresco's. We had a
wonderful supper on the terrace, the food was exquisite & the
service was impeccable. Beautiful restaurant, clean, tastefully
decorated, & nice music in the background. The staff made us feel
like family & everything we tasted on the menu was delicious
including the White Sangria...will definitely be back & recommend it
to everyone i know...Good job guys...thank you! Mary & Gilda
Jul 30, 2015
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Very authentic Italian restaurant located close to home (for those who live in the east end). Prices are extremely reasonable, the gnocchi are melt-in-your mouth, & the service is extremely friendly (Franco was our waiter & he made us feel like family). Would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a quiet night out, or a night out with friends or family.
Fresco is that charming place in St-Leonard you're waiting to discover! Don't judge by the sign & location - this is a quality restaurant with a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere & the most charming staff. You're lucky if you get served by Franco, the charismatic waiter who by the end of the evening, made us feel as though we were family.
Great food, great staff, very decent prices & overall lovely experience.
*The calamari are fantastic & highly recommend the seafood soup!*
Airy, clean, fully accessible for wheelchair, & great service, Fresco provides a good choice for an Italian meal with family/friends/collegues.
Menu lists the classics so we started with calamari & tomato/bocconcini entrées which were both perfect.
Mains consisted of grilled steaks & liver. Both steaks, medium, had a wonderful grilled taste & eventhough 1 was tough, it was rectified. The liver, topped with a demi-glace & onions was perfect; moist, tender & a more-than-enough portion. We crowned the lunch with cappuccino & regular coffee.
Roberto & his waitress (alas I didn't get her name) made this 1st visit most enjoyable & satisfying making us undoubtedly return customers.
I've been to Fresco many times. Enough said! I keep coming back because the food is perfect with modest portions & always impeccable service. The staff is always friendly. A perfect place for an intimate dinner or if you want to bring your family. Highly recommend it! My favourite dish is the Gnocchi Aurora. Mmmmmmm.
My family & I have been coming to Fresco for many years... they have never let us down! The food, the staff & the ambiance are excellent. we have held many family parties as well as catered for our home & the service over exceeded our expectations. Keep up the great job!!!!
I've been coming to Fresco for many years now. I've dined with my family, friends & even held private parties. I've never left Fresco disappointed. The restaurant puts a premium on quality of food, service & overall dining experience. They've adapted to all my needs over the year's. Whether it was a last minute reservation, last minute catering or closing the restaurant for a private party, they were able to accommodate.If you are in the mood for good food, reasonably priced with excellent service, there is no better place to eat, cater or celebrate an occasion in Montreal.
I live in Montral-Nord & eat here quite regularly either alone, with friends, or my two children. The food is all of your normal mainstream Italian restaurant classics & the quality is consistently good. Ristorante Fresco is an attractive property located in northeast St. Leonard adjacent to the Cinema Guzzo movie theater with seating for 100. There is lots of room between tables, so even if busy, it is not that noisy making it perfect for business meetings, family dinners, or for a romantic dinner for two. The service is excellent & the whole staff is helpful when you turn up with small children especially when it comes to accommodating what the little buggers wants to eat. They'll make them almost anything. & price wise, there is no other place in St. Leonard, maybe all of Montreal, where you will eat the same type of quality food that Fresco serves for the same price. Been saying it for years.....best bang for your buck in town!
