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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
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70%
4★
10%
3★
9%
2★
10%
1★
1%

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on Google4.2 (700+)
*as of 2026-08-25
4.4372 ratings
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4★
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3★
9%
2★
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Review Summary

Il Cortile is widely celebrated as a charming hidden gem in downtown Montréal, offering a beautiful terrace that transports guests to an authentic Italian atmosphere. Many visitors highlight the cozy, magical ambiance and the high quality of the Italian cuisine, often praising the generous portions and well-prepared pasta dishes. While experiences can vary depending on how busy the restaurant is, numerous guests emphasize the exceptional and attentive service provided by the staff, who frequently go above and beyond to make celebrations and special events truly memorable. It remains a popular choice for those seeking a welcoming environment, professional hospitality, and a distinct dining experience that feels like a quiet escape from the city.
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Liam
5.0

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.

Jun 16, 2026
on Google
Valentina
5.0

The place is beautiful, food is great with good portions & James was very kind & provided great service

Jun 15, 2026
on Google
Michael
4.0

Food is good but atmosphere in outside courtyard is really cool

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
Mana
5.0

I really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant. The food was excellent, the service was great, & the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful. It all came together to make the experience feel special. I'll definitely be back.

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
Ellie
5.0

Great Italian restaurant with a lovely terrace atmosphere. The food was fresh, delicious, & full of authentic flavors. Friendly service & a relaxing outdoor setting made the experience even better. Highly recommend!

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
Michelle
4.0

Food: delicious
The courtyard is a nice place to eat on a warm day.
Service: Needs much improvement. It opens at 5pm, & tables were still being set with water, oil & vinegar etc. We ordered a bottle of wine & waited 20mins, we asked our server, & he forgot! Some tables had a bread basket, other tables no water. We had to ask for the bread basket, oil&vinegar. The Wait Staff seems to all start at 5pm, but for a good 45 mins, there was mass confusion between them. They seem to all be under the age of 25, with no one to guide them or give direction, no mature overseer. The back of the house seems to have it together but the front of the house, needs help.

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
André
5.0

Très bon moment & très bon service de mansour. Bon rapport qualité prix plaisir. Je recommande.

Jun 13, 2026
on Google
Denis
3.0

Pour le lunch ce mardi 9 juin, j'ai opté pour le poisson du jour. On m'a dit que c'était de la morue pochée. En fait, c'était une morue poêlée, beaucoup trop cuite. Bien dommage compte tenu du prix demandé. Pourquoi mettre au menu un plat qu'on ne maitrise pas?

Jun 10, 2026
on Google
Sofia
5.0

One of my favourite dining experiences in recent memory. Hashim was a lovely server, he had recommendations ready to go & knew the menu very well.

The food was divine, pasta dishes come with an antipasto of choice & mains come with a mini pasta & antipasto! I was rather charmed.

I got the bolognese & the lemon granita-both were excellent as was the gnocchi. I will be recommending this spot in the future!

Jun 10, 2026
on Google
Narayna
5.0

Had a beautiful dinner, the pasta was so fresh, wine list was perfect for the food, & James made our dinner so memorable- he was so friendly has hospitable

Jun 9, 2026
on Google
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