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Il Cortile

Long-running restaurant with a flower-filled courtyard, featuring Italian specialties & wines

Downtown
4.4$$$ & $$$$
OPEN12 pm - 3 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm
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ItalianPastaSeafood/FishFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of wines
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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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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
4.4372 ratings
5★
70%
4★
10%
3★
9%
2★
10%
1★
1%

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on Google4.2 (700+)
*as of 2026-08-21
4.4372 ratings
5★
70%
4★
10%
3★
9%
2★
10%
1★
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Review Summary

Il Cortile is frequently celebrated as a hidden gem in downtown Montreal, offering a stunning outdoor courtyard that transports guests to Italy with its beautiful decor and charming atmosphere. Many visitors highlight the authentic Italian cuisine, often praising the fresh pasta, gnocchi, and flavorful seafood dishes, while noting that portions are generous and thoughtfully accompanied by appetizers. Service is a frequent highlight, with numerous guests expressing appreciation for attentive and hospitable staff members who go above and beyond to make celebrations such as birthdays, weddings, and bridal showers truly memorable. While some experiences with timing and service consistency vary, particularly during busy periods, the overall consensus points to a welcoming environment that is perfect for a special meal or a relaxed evening outdoors.
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Emma
5.0

excellent service, great food & great place in general, 10/10

yesterday
on Google
Karen
5.0

My husband & I received a recommendation from our Hotel (Omni) Concierge to this restaurant while on a 3 day trip from New York.
We were delighted with our experience & pleasantly surprised at the delicious food, beautiful ambiance & wonderful customer service from our waiter Samuel. He provided great recommendations, & did a superb job making sure we were enjoying each course, in addition to perfect pairing of wine & drinks for the food we ordered. We spent 2 out of our 3 evenings eating at this fantastic restaurant & will go back to NY raving to our friends that they must visit Il Cortile when taking a trip to Montréal!! Cheers 🥂 to our Wonderful experience! Au Revoir (wish we could take you back to New York with us)!! & thank you again Samuel for excellent customer service!

yesterday
on Google
Mily
5.0

Went to celebrate a wonderful friend & we had an incredible time. The food was delicious & the drinks were great too. The highlight was really the amazing staff! Everyone we encountered from the hostess, the servers (especially James), the food runners, & more, were all truly incredible!! Will certainly be back!

Aug 19, 2026
on Google
Mackenzie
3.0

We made reservations online & while the terrace is beautiful, we did not have the best experience. My pasta was quite bland & did not taste fresh at all unfortunately. We did enjoy the wine & atmosphere though, so maybe I just had bad luck that day on the food front.

Aug 18, 2026
on Google
AP
5.0

This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem! My boyfriend & I got a great experience here last night. It was our first time in Montreal & we decided to have dinner here & it did not disappoint. Our waiter, was so patient & nice. I ordered gnocchi & omg it tasted so good. We had a special request for our meal & they were able to accommodate that & we really appreciated it. The drinks were also excellent!

The atmosphere was very cozy. It felt as if we were literally in Italy. Totally recommend it.

Aug 17, 2026
on Google
Life
5.0

Si! This is an exceptional restaurant in Montreal ! As a private tour guide & as a sommelier I can say that il Cortile has the most beautiful terrace in town!
Hicham, our waiter did an extraordinary turn around with our experience! Bravo !!
The wine Barolo was the main star & the food, San Pellegrino & the ambiance made us really feel in Italy 🇮🇹! Grazie 😉♥?

Aug 16, 2026
on Google
Side
4.0

Beautiful hidden terrace in downtown Montreal, with a lovely atmosphere & very good Italian cuisine. Unfortunately, the service could use some improvement. The reception staff & some of the younger servers have difficulty communicating in either French (or sometimes English), which can make the experience a little frustrating. The wine list is also quite limited.
Also worth noting: some tables are directly against & facing a wall, so I would definitely recommend requesting a specific table when making your reservation.

Aug 14, 2026
on Google
E
5.0

Great restaurant, great vibe. Being in Montreal but not feeling like you are. Always love my summer dining at Il Cortile. Eric

Aug 9, 2026
on Google
Francesca
4.0

The place is amazing, very very beautiful. The food is ok. Wine is super expensive (the cheapest bottle is 50$). It is a nice experience but go there having in mind that you pay for the location more than for the food itself.

Aug 8, 2026
on Google
Nicolas
4.0

Surprenante cour en plein air , fleurie .
Belles assiettes de cuisine italienne
Tables un peu serrées

Aug 6, 2026
on Google
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