Il Cortile is frequently celebrated as a hidden gem in downtown Montreal, particularly for its stunning, traditional outdoor courtyard that transports guests to an authentic Italian atmosphere. Many diners praise the restaurant for its delicious food, with highlights including the gnocchi, seafood pasta, and fresh ingredients, as well as the generous portions and complimentary gestures like dessert or drinks. While experiences with the service vary, many guests highlight the attentive, warm, and professional care provided by the staff, which often makes celebrations and special events feel memorable. Although some visitors noted inconsistencies regarding service speed during busy times and occasional feedback on specific dish preparations, the overall consensus points to a welcoming venue that successfully offers a cozy and traditional European dining experience.
Un restaurant avec une terrasse exceptionnellement belle! On s'y sent presque comme en Toscane grâce à son décor & l'intimité des murs en briques.
Les serveurs & l'ensemble du personnel sont très gentils, polis & attentionnés.
Les portions sont généreuses & les prix sont cohérents avec les quantités offertes. La nourriture est bonne, sans toutefois être particulièrement mémorable ou exceptionnelle.
Une belle adresse surtout pour l'ambiance & la magnifique terrasse.
We threw a party for my friend - a group of 15 people. Dino was incredibly accommodating for placement. The service was spectacular all throughout. The food & the decor are second to none. This was the best Italian food I had outside of Italy. I love the saffron dish.
I'm giving this restaurant two stars for its decor, which is admittedly very pretty. However, the food wasn't very good; the pasta was almost hard & undercooked, & the sauce was so thin it was like flavored water. I really didn't like it. Furthermore, the wait was incredibly long, & not even a'sorry for the wait' was said. I think it's worth going once for the decor, but not more than that.
Jun 5, 2026
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I had my engagement party here last summer & it was truly perfect. The staff was absolutely amazing & went above & beyond to help set everything up-moving tables, adjusting the layout, & accommodating every request to make sure the setup was exactly how I envisioned it.
The food was excellent & all of our guests loved both the dishes & the beautiful decor of the restaurant. Having the space closed just for us on a sunny Sunday lunch created the most relaxed, special vibe, & honestly, nothing could have been better.
A huge thank you to Dino & the entire team for making this such a memorable & flawless experience. We're so grateful!
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.
Quelle expérience parfaite ce soir! Je célébrais mon 21eme avec ma famille. Le décor est magnifique, on se sentait en Italie. Service chaleureux & efficace, délicieux les plats de pâtes, aperol spritz, vin! & pour finir, ma mère avait appelé avant, elle a demandé si on pouvait amener un gateau, elle ne savait pas quoi trop choisir, le propriétaire lui a dit'pas de problème, je vais aller acheter un gateau chocolat crème glacée pour vous'! Jamais vu ça. Ils m'ont donc amené un gateau entier à la table qu'ils s'étaient procurés pour moi, avec un bonne fête écrit dessus. Vraiment une superbe expérience. Ce resto existe depuis 40 ans, du père au fils. Je recommande fortement!
Went there for dinner for the first time on a Sunday with a reservation.
When we came in it's like a zoo. Nobody is at the helm. We just stood there looking for someone to check us in.
Suddenly someone came out of the kitchen & showed us to a table.
The decor is magical. Can't say enough about the atmosphere. Service was so so.
We asked if we could have something off nenu, pasta carbonara. The waiter said sure but let me ask the cook.
I had to ask twice bc he had forgotten.
We ordered as well 2 caeser salads.
Takes forever to be served with 1 large group & nobody else but us in the restaurant.
Salad, my husband liked, me I thought it was very generic. Just ok. No lard or bacon, no parmesan slices etc.
I eat it.
Then came the Pasta carbonara. I had asked for spaghetti & received some flat noodles. They were cold & the sauce was like a thin lake in our plates.
I returned mine.
My husband ate them anyway ( I'm the picky one.) when you pay $38 a pasta plate, it better be good.
His noodles were busy trying not to drown. The sauce had not been reduced properly. My plate came back & it was much better. You can compare with my video & pictures.
When I stopped eating I asked the man taking back the plate to bring mine home. He said « of course ». Never saw that pasta again!
I asked for gelato. The waiter said yes . I picked raspberries. I received some raspberries granita full of ice pieces.
My husband ordered key lime pie, he left part of it. He said it tasted artificial.
We finally asked for the bill. It took FOREVER. I had to get up & asked 3 times during the meal for service.
My meal had been thrown out so they gave me another pasta instead.
Would never recommend this place to eat anything they sell.
Oh yeah & to use the bathroom you have to take an elevator one floor down
Not wheelchair friendly, in the expensive side. 0 parking.
Merveilleuse expérience à ce restaurant. Service excellent, entouré d'un décor magique. Vous pouvez facilement oublier que vous étes à Montréal. La nourriture était excellente. Nous avons même reçu une merveilleuse surprise. Un dessert de la part de la maison puisque nous étions là pour célébrer notre anniversaire. Merci Il Cortile!
