Il Bazzali is described as a warm, cozy Italian spot with generous portions and a strong focus on pasta and pizza, where fresh handmade pasta and flavorful toppings shine and the atmosphere is often enhanced by the chef singing opera. Guests repeatedly note attentive, friendly service and a well curated wine list, with a charming dining room and a heated terrace in good weather. Many reviews praise dishes such as ravioli, arancini, beef and seafood entrees, and the overall quality of the food, with the opera performance adding a memorable touch to the evening. The chef who sings and the staff are highlighted as memorable aspects, making celebrations feel special. Some critiques mention that pizza can vary in quality and pricing can be high for certain items, and a few also point to beverage choices like canned beer not being as fresh. Overall, Il Bazzali delivers authentic Italian cooking, a welcoming neighborhood vibe, and an experience many would return for.
The outdoor area was nice to enjoy a meal outside. The service was ok. However, my rating isn't based on this. We got pasta & pizza to share. The crust felt soggy. The pasta was better but for 30$+ a plate the protein was lacking. For me, the food was subpar for the price.
Do yourself a favour & dine here. I found it almost by accident several years ago searching for a place in my neighbourhood & have been several times since. The food is superb & never too salty (which I love) Their wine list is clearly made by someone who knows wine & includes several private importations. Their chef is an accomplished opera singer & sometimes comes out of the kitchen to wander through the tables to sing. Il Bazzali is a credit to the Montreal restaurant scene & we just had an exceptional meal for two with shared entree & dessert & two glasses of wine for 129 $ before tip.
Excellent resto que j'ai découvert par hasard j'avais terriblement faim & j'avais envie de bons poissons & de pâtes fraîches & j'ai été comblé. Le service est impeccable le chef aussi moi & mon ami, nous avons eu le droit à une belle prestation & démonstration du chanteur chef ténor, je recommande ce restaurant à tout le monde qui veut découvrir la cuisine italienne. Le chef est également venu nous voir à la table & nous avons discuté c'était très agréable. Je suis une ancienne serveuse, & ça faisait très longtemps que j'avais été aussi bien servi Merci à toute l'équipe. Continuez votre beau travail
Entrée de accra de morue ne goûtait pas la morue , il y avait une purée assez liquide mais pas sentie que je mangeais de la morue.Repas principal macreuse de boeuf avec purée très liquide encore & légumes sautés était bonne mais un peu sec , un peu de sauce aurait aidé.
Un très bon service, une ambiance restau de quartier sympathique mais côté cuisine, c'était plus décevant. Les frites sont très bonnes mais les pizza restent neutres, ni bonnes ni mauvaises, c'est dommage pour un restaurant italien
Apr 24, 2025
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staff was super nice, the pasta was fantastic exactly how I wanted it. The chef came out & sang to the whole restaurant & also spoke with us towards the end. Overall amazing experience great service great food & drinks were good as well, thank you for the experience
We had a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, & we ordered a variety of dishes that we thoroughly enjoyed. The atmosphere is exceptional, with unique decor that adds to the experience. The service was friendly & welcoming. One of my favorite moments was when we ordered a slice of cake for my friend's birthday. Mr. Bazzali himself brought it out, singing'Happy Birthday'-a thoughtful, special gesture that made the evening unforgettable. The random bouts of opera singing throughout the evening added an extra touch of charm. Overall, a wonderful experience; we'll definitely be returning.
Super soirée ce soir pour les 40 ans de mon mari ! Notre table de 15 a été ultra satisfaite des plats, de l'ambiance & du service. Quelques invités m'ont fait part qu'ils sont souvent déçus lorsqu'ils vont manger dans un resto italien, dû au goût qui n'est pas authentique. C'était leur première fois au Il Bazzali, & tous ont été comblés & ont adoré tous les plats. Gros coup de coeur pour les arancinis, les accras de morue, les gnocchis, les raviolis, bref.. Tout était délicieux ! En plus des quelques prestations d'opéra, très agréable. Ce resto est un petit bijou bien caché, on y retournera tous c'est certain ! 😊
