Il Cortile offers an enchanting Italian dining experience in a charming downtown courtyard, with authentic flavors, generous portions, and a warm, attentive staff that makes celebrations feel special; the atmosphere blends cozy European charm with a beautiful terrace that transports diners to Italy, and the menu features well executed pastas, gnocchi, seafood, and dessert options that consistently impress. Service can be slower during peak times or larger groups, but guests describe the staff as going above and beyond to accommodate requests and to create memorable evenings worth repeating.
Great atmosphere, was seated in the outdoor courtyard. The vibe was very pleasant.
The food was amazing, we went for F1 weekend, & the menu was very nicely put together. All of the entrees we tried was delicious, as well as the pasta, gnocchi, & desserts were amazing.
Hicham took good care of us, Dino & the other staff were excellent as well!
I just had a lovely lunch with my daughter for Fathers day. The courtyard was stunning, the service & food were excellent, a wedding celebration added to the joyful vibe of the sunny afternoon.
Highly recommend, will be celebrating here again.
Jun 15, 2025
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Cuisine à revoir surtout à ces prix … plats fades sans goût & rien à voir avec la cuisine italienne …
Déçue pour la qualité des plats, le cadre en terrasse est pourtant très sympa .
i had a small wedding dinner party of 15 & they even printed set menus for us. our waiter Mansour was pleasant & was very happy to see James there. service is really outstanding & many thanks to Dino who helped organize & made everything happen so quickly. all the guests left empty plates stomachs full.
couldn't have asked for a more perfect outdoor dinner ambience.
Our waitress Io could not have been more delightfully attentive. The food was delicious. Perfect place for a large party. Would recommend wholeheartedly 5⭐?
Indubitablement une des plus belles terrasses de Montréal, on y mange & boit très bien.
Je suis cependant convaincue que l'ambiance ne serait que renforcée par l'usage de lumières beaucoup plus chaudes, certaines d'entres elle sont d'un blanc neutre donnant un éclairage assez blafard. Je pense également que les lumières rose fluo sont un peu distrayantes, orange serait peut-être plus approprié.
Notre repas était plutôt bon, & le service sympathique. Les cocktails étaient simplement excellents; mon amaretto sour était l'un des meilleurs que j'ai bu. Merci pour la belle soirée!
We celebrated my dad & brother's birthday this weekend & were received by an incredibly welcoming staff. We've been to Il Cortile countless times & it NEVER disappoints. The weather was perfect which made this beautiful Italian caché garden restaurant the perfect, cozy spot for an elegant evening. Dino was the perfect host, as usual, & his team was kind, courteous, & super helpful & versatile. Everyone is always willing to help, whether it's offering to take a family photo, or switching something on the menu to accommodate us, we are very grateful for their hospitality. The food was exquisite: meatball melted in your mouth, osso bucco fell off the bone & the dessert was delectable 😋. The female server was sweet, so pleasant & genuinely attentive to our needs. We will definitely be back for more great memories! Thanks Il Cortile staff for a wonderful evening!
Une vraie escapade en Italie! J'ai vraiment tout adoré. Nous avons été servis par Mansour qui a été au petit soin & très aimable. La nourriture était excellente & l'ambiance également. Une pépite!
May 22, 2025
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Very underwhelming food experience. For the price of the dishes the taste was not really there. I ordered the seafood linguine with a white wine sauce, although the pasta was cooked perfectly the sauce was watery & the dish itself lacked flavour.
Where they lacked in flavour, they gain in service. All waiters/waitresses were attentive & making sure everything was ok for our large group.
I have heard a huge plus for this restaurant was for the courtyard, however the night we went it was pouring rain. The staff was very kind & offered outdoor seating as they did have heaters, however we opted to still sit indoors.
Wonderful night with an authentic European feeling & food. Special thanks to James for taking such good care of us. Will come again when in Montreal. ☺?
Il Cortile offers an exceptional Italian dining experience with authentic flavors, elegant ambiance, & top-notch service. From the perfectly cooked pasta to the rich, homemade sauces, every dish feels like a warm invitation to Italy. The staff are friendly & attentive, making the entire evening smooth & enjoyable. Whether you're going for a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Il Cortile never disappoints. Highly recommend!
May 2, 2025
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We recently had a bridal shower for my daughter at Il Cortile &, while the weather did not cooperate for us to use the lovely courtyard, Dino & his staff were extremely accommodating & kind & a real pleasure to deal with! The service & food were excellent! I highly recommend this restaurant which has been around for many years.
I had the pleasure to celebrate my 20th birthday at the cortile restaurant & it was simply amazing! Starting from the FOOD I've never ate a filet mignon well done, cooked & spiced exactly like I wanted in Montréal. The chef needs a 100/10 ⭐️. Next the service was marvellous, James & Hicham gave us the most amazing service ever in Montréal, My guests & I were all happy, we had an amazing night & we are definitely coming back!❤️
Ambiance chaleureuse & conviviale, parfaite pour passer un bon moment. Le personnel est accueillant & attentif, ce qui a rendu mon expérience encore plus agréable. La cuisine est top. C'est un endroit où l'on se sent bien dès qu'on franchit la porte !
