Overall, Il Cortile offers an authentic Italian dining experience with a charming courtyard where guests consistently praise delicious pastas, seafood dishes, and comforting Italian favorites, generous portions, and a warm, attentive service that makes you feel welcome. The atmosphere feels like a slice of Italy in the heart of the city, with tasteful decor, pleasant outdoor seating, and a vibe that suits intimate dinners, celebrations, and relaxed evenings. The menu, wine list, and occasional complimentary touches contribute to a memorable experience, while a few reviews note slower service during busy times and that some dishes vary in execution, leaving room for refinement. Many visitors express the intention to return and recommend Il Cortile to friends.
Excellent service de la part de James ! Très professionnel, accueillant & à l'écoute. Il a vraiment pris le temps de m'aider & de répondre à mes questions. Merci encore pour votre excellent service !
Wow. What an amazing night.
The food was absolutely delicious. The gnocchi are to die for, I crave it all the time. James was incredibly attentive an went the extra mile to make me & my friends have the most incredible night. Thank you so much for such a great evening!
May 8, 2026
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Nous avons été manger hier soir au Il Cortile & nous avons passé une très belle soirée. Les serveuses étaient gentilles, chaleureuses & attentionnées. Un merci particulier à James pour son excellent service.
La nourriture était délicieuse du début à la fin, & surtout le tiramisu qui était excellent. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir.
Great service, always present to serve wine. Beautiful little terrasse, far from the city noises. Had a great date with my girl, even had limoncello shots on the house! The garlic spaghetinni wasn't quite my type, but the shrimp fettucinnis were delicious!
I had my wedding last year in that place. We couldn't ask for a better day. The food was amazing & the terrasse is just so beautiful. The owner was really kind & made the planning easy for us. Would recommend that place to anyone & I'll be heading to Il Cortile for our yearly anniversaries.
I had high expectations going to this restaurant but alas, left disappointed.
Positives: Nice courtyard, excellent service
Negatives: The only things Italian were the meal names & the music in the background. Weak welcome but very good service throughout.
Negatives: Very underwhelming food. Penne tasted store bought & the pesto on the tomatoes were flavourless. & the dessert menu? Key Lime pie? Blueberry cheesecake? Not exactly Italian staples!!
Given the very expensive meal, I wish I could have had a delicious meal & authentic experience. Hopefully the restaurant takes note & improves things.
Apr 26, 2026
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Nous avons attendu constamment toute la soirée. Le serveur était peu présent, expéditif & ne souriait pas. La personne pour le pain & l'eau ne comprenait pas le français. Même pour payer, nous avons dû attendre le retour du serveur qui
nous a laissé avec sa machine de paiement qui ne fonctionnait pas.Très décevant côté service, malgré la qualité des plats.
Nous sommes arrivées en fin de service pour prendre un tiramisu. Ils allaient fermé le restaurant mais nous ont quand même acceptées. Nous avons rencontré James qui nous a super bien accueilli, le cadre est très charmant. Je recommande à 100%. Encore merci à l'accueil & l'hospitalité de James.
I just had the best time at this restaurant. I met James, the kindest server ever, who made my 20th birthday a wonderful memory. Thank you James! & I recommand this place to everyone, the food is delicious.
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!
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!
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!
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!!
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.
