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Il Cortile RestoMontreal.ca
Il Cortile RestoMontreal.ca
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Il Cortile

Long-running restaurant with a flower-filled courtyard, featuring Italian specialties & wines
Downtown
4.4$$$ & $$$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 12 pm
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Canada Day: hours might differ
ItalianPastaSeafood/FishFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of wines

About

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.

5★
70%
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8%
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12%
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Reviews for Il Cortile

Food
Service
on Google4.2 (600+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

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.
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Love this place. Always an amazing experience

Feb 9, 2026
on Google

We had a great time in this lovely resto. We got there when it wasn't busy so we enjoyed it. Food was amazing & reasonable price! We were also given free limoncello shots!

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

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!

Jan 26, 2026
on Google

A nice restaurant with an authentic Italian vibe. The food is very nice &, as someone who visits Italy often, very close to the authentic Italian cuisine. Our waiter James was very accommodating to our needs & friendly. Absolute must visit restaurant if you love genuine Itailan food!

Jan 24, 2026
on Google

I had an amazing birthday supper at this cozy hidden restaurant! I ordered fettuccine with shrimp & tomato sauce, & the chef's generous amount of shrimp made me really happy. For dessert, I had a cheesecake, & it was also delicious. Finally, I appreciate the server for being attentive & kind throughout the night, which made my experience at this restaurant unforgettable & I definitely would return. Thank you so much!!

Jan 12, 2026
on Google
5.0

I had a birthday dinner here for my friend, & the staff were incredibly warm & welcoming. The lasagna I had was amazing, & they added pepper & cheese at the table to our preferred amount, which was a lovely touch. I also had mango gelato, which was so nice & chewy just like real mango. Overall, both the meal & dessert were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was so cozy, & I'd love to come back in the summer to enjoy the terrace next time.

Jan 12, 2026
on Google
5.0

Tout était parfait. La nourriture & le service. J'y reviendrais sûrement l'été pour profiter de la terrasse.

Jan 2, 2026
on Google

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.

Dec 21, 2025
on Google

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.

Nov 27, 2025
on Google

Loved everything 🩷 the food, the ambiance, the staff. Highly recommend this place! ⭐?

Nov 21, 2025
on Google