Il Cortile
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Il Cortile
Long-running restaurant with a flower-filled courtyard, featuring Italian specialties & wines
Opens Today at 12 pmNew Year's Day: hours might differ
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About us
Il Cortile Evokes the Generosity, Humor and Simplicity of Italy
At Il Cortile we offer you a table d’hôte menu for lunch and dinner with a variety of delightful appetizers
to accompany your main course.
Montreal's best kept secret serving the best of Italian cuisine.
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Events Nearby
ASIASIE Market at Time Out Market Montreal 2026
May 21, 2026 to May 24, 2026
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italian(31) recommend(31) beautiful(25) pasta(25) courtyard(17) dessert(16) sauce(14) attentive(14) highly recommend(13) authentic(11) outdoor(11) italy(10)Page 1 of 10 - 189 Reviews
Azizah
service was really slow, food took forever to came out. waiter was a nice man but it seemed like he was the only waiter taking care of customers in that entire restaurant. i did not see other waiters, only bussboys.
- the ricotta crêpe w spinach was 10/10, melt in your mouth really amazing
- linguini + meatballs was perfectly cooked but wayyyyyy too salty & sauce was a bit too watery. nothing crazy. i didn't ask for it to be changed because the service was *that* slow that i couldn't risk waiting another 40 mins.
- apple tart with ice cream was a flat 0, it was blatantly obvious that it wasn't house-made which you'd expect better from a restaurant like this. it was gummy & soggy & overall really bad. the vanilla ice cream paired with it was definitely breyer's, it sure tasted like it.
the atmosphere, however, is really beautiful & home-y, very traditional italian. i loved it.
Chris
Had a great dinner with friends at Il Cortile! I got the lamb ragu with Stracciatella soup with lamb ragu. The portions were large & delicious. Our server James was fantastic & gave great vegan recommendations for my friend.
Kiana
Loved everything 🩷 the food, the ambiance, the staff. Highly recommend this place! ⭐?
Justine
Vraiment authentique & délicieux! Merci à James pour son service impeccable. Nous avons vraiment passé une belle soirée.
Tamar
One of the best Italian food ive had here in Montreal.
Very cute spot, they have a cute outside seating. Our Waitress was really nice.
The sommelier was very nice aswell & knew what to recommend us.
The food was amazing, no complet at all. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.
Marie
James is the best server ever! He made my best friends birthday unforgettable. It was our first time here & we will definitely be back. The food was phenomenal & the vibe was immaculate ! Thank you james for your hospitality & generosity! You are a one of a kind! Everyone go see James & enjoy the best night as if youre in Italy
Helen
I went there with a group of my friends for dinner. 10/10 I would recommend this place to anyone. Our waiter James was super friendly & nice! I would recommend getting the Linguine Con Frutti Di Mare, it is really good & creamy!
Bobin
We had a party of seven & we had a beautiful table outside.
Food was excellent, the pastas all came with an appetizer. I loved my fettuccine & all my friends liked their food. Would recommend the fettuccine & bolognese.
James our server was so sweet & accommodating. He turned an extra heater on for us. & at the end he gave complimentary desserts!! Thanks James!!!!
Thinhinane
Très bon service, notre serveur, Hicham, etait à l'écoute & très professionnel!
Pour la nourriture, je pense que c'est assez basique, je n'ai pas retrouvé le plein goût des aliments dans mon assiette & c'est dommage.
Par contre, très jolie décor & belle petite ambiance, sans musique.
Alison
Some dishes were better than others, I would highly recommend the gnocchi! Service was friendly, excellent wine selection, & the alleyway dining area was just spectacular. Beautiful little nook! Bathrooms need updating, unfortunately.
Thomas
Véritable ambiance à l'italienne j'ai très bien mangé & le service était excellent dans un cadre chaleureux. La terrasse est juste magnifique on se croirait vraiment en Italie. Endroit propre & soigné. Un bon restaurant
Yasmine
James is the best, very kind & thoughtful. You feel in italy with classic & traditional food. Would thousand percent recommend!
Fatima
It was a nice experience that atmosphere was really on top but when we ask the waitress to change our plate & bring the balsamic she forgot so we had to ask another waiter to give us that service. The food was good but I prefer more cream in the pasta & fettuccine sauce, which was feeling a bit more dry in the seafood fettuccine plate. The Caesar salad was tasting good as well as the other fettuccine plate with meatballs. Visit my instagram for more experiences of restaurants & places to visit: @fatimadiaryy
Cathy
Everything was great: food, service( had a great waiter), the courtyard. However, how can such a lovely restaurant, downtown, have less than a 3-star bathroom? Some of the decor feels a little tired, but a visit to the restroom made me feel a bit.... Icky.
Cayleigh
My friends & I were able to visit for dinner & it was easily one of the best dining experiences I've had. Our server James was amazing & made time for us even while busy & went above & beyond to make our evening memorable. The food was delicious, every single dish was loved by everyone at the table. The courtyard is beautiful & makes the whole experience even better. Would highly recommend this place & we are looking forward to visiting again on our next trip!
Mia
we came in for dinner during our trip & it was an amazing experience. not only were the staff super accommodating to us being late for our reservation, our server james was amazing & every plate of food was a 10/10 & that's not an exaggeration. they made something as simple as a caesar salad so elevated that it was easily the best i've had. if you're visiting or live in the area you need to come here
Josh
The food here is excellent - authentic Italian food in the heart of downtown Montreal. My table was in the terrace & on a warm evening, it was lovely to enjoy the atmosphere.
The service was good - friendly but not overly involved. The wine list is excellent & varied, catering for all budgets. I would definitely return.
Mohammad
I had an amazing experience at this Italian restaurant! From the moment we arrived, the service was warm & welcoming. Our waiter, James, went above & beyond-he not only explained the menu in detail but also shared some of the history behind the restaurant, which really added a special touch to the evening. Mansour, the bar manager, was also incredibly kind & attentive.
As for the food-absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, & packed with flavor. From the starters to dessert, every dish was a hit.
Overall, a fantastic dining experience with excellent service & amazing food. I'll definitely be coming back & recommending this spot to friends & family!
Kamel
Très bon franchement bonne ambiance & surprise à la fin de notre repos avec un tiramisu excellent offert pour notre anniversaire de mariage nous avons apprécier notre repas & entrée merci à eux
Alice
Honestly , I have wanted to try this place for a while for its outdoor courtyard dining. As you enter the building & arrive at the Helm , no one is there to greet you . It could use a bit more charm . The courtyard is super cute & you expect that you are about to discover a hidden gem & most importantly eat an unforgettable meal . Before I begin , I want to mention that the service was exceptional. A lot of attention was given to our particular changes & requests in our order & this is something I greatly appreciate . Now the food was just ok . That part definitely needs to be worked on . It doesn't take much more to design flavors up a couple of notches. & please , if you talk about having fresh pasta , use more semolina . The pasta was not flavorful nor great quality . As for the sauces , definitely missing some Italian love , especially at the price point you're charging for those dishes . My daughter who adores lamb , would not eat her dish . You are in a great location & have the potential to do more . Glad I tried it but won't be returning . The thing that made me happy was being with my children on my birthday & their generosity.