Il Focolaio
Info & Location
About us
Since 1984 clients have been coming to Il Focolaio to get that authentic Italian taste that is reminiscent of their grandmother’s cooking. Il Focolaio, in fact means fireplace in Italian. The name depicts the maple wood burning oven where each and every one of our pizzas and roasted ingredients are cooked. Our fireplace, as in the old country, not only brings forth the food but also becomes the gathering place for our clients who always feel welcomed and right at home. Our recipe for success is simple, serving up pizza using ingredients that only a true pizzaiolo would use, such as extra virgin olive oil, top quality tomatoes and only the freshest ingredients, all prepared with passion and a love for cooking to bring you the end result that you will never forget. We invite you to come and enjoy the taste of Italy with a nice glass of wine from our wine list. Enjoy it all on our terrace in the middle of downtown during the summer months.
Our Specialties
Wood oven pizza.
Amenities, services & more
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Michelle
Everything about our evening there was perfect. The service was impeccable & the food delicious, wow! I definitely recommend going there. They have a whole variety of pizzas that it was a struggle to choose one because everything looked deliciousView more
Shabnam
There are a lot of options here for pizza lovers! The best ones are marked by *. For the first time I'd recommend to go with the * ones. You'll be given French menus but if you ask, they'll provide English Menus.
I didn't like the vegetable based pizza we got the second time we went there.View more
Ihab
Easily best pizza in Montreal , not a fan of the fact that you have to lineup outside in cold or heat just because they don't take reservationsView more
Khaled
I loved the pizza & the service!
Rasheed served us the pizza & gave us 10/10 service. Also they were playing backstreet boys !!!!!! Great experienceView more
Marwah
Easily the best pizza i had in Montreal, the atmosphere was amazing & the service by Rasheed was simply exquisite! Super friendly, welcoming & accommodatingView more
Doug
We looked for a pizza place on our last night in Montreal this trip & this one had amazing reviews & didn't disappoint. We ate outside & even though rain was imminent had a great time. Delicious salad & really good pizzas. Best we had in Montreal.View more
Maulik
words wouldn't do justice but a visit to their place if you love pizza like vrai pizza, go there - sit - eat & you will surely repeat.View more
Mazdak
great Pizza's, go early if you are going at lunchView more
Catherine
I WISH I COULD SAY ITS WORTH IT BUT IS JUST A TOUCH TOO EXPENSIVE. unfortunately. Good pizza but I don't think it should cost more than like $12. Back when I was a kid pizza was just something that appeared. & now we have to pay for it how terrible' bring back the days when pizza would show upView more
Juanita
It was nice dinner today, waitress are so kind, really good pizza, they give us the option of share pizzas with my mom & is a lot of options !!View more
Fatma
Best pizza downtown très grand choix . Excellente. Yvrevenir encore & encoreView more
Sina
Absolutely loved this pizza shop! The pizza was genuinely tasty - fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked crust, & just the right amount of cheese & toppings. The price was very fair for the quality & portion size, which is always a plus. What really stood out, though, was the staff - they were incredibly nice, welcoming, & made the whole experience even better. You can tell they care about their customers & take pride in their service. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or dining in, this place is worth a visit. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend it!View more
Kishen
The pizza was crunchy & baked to perfection. The base sauce & toppings were alright. Service was fast & the waiters were friendly. A bit pricier than I expected.
But the seating was cramped. I could practically hear the person next to me breathing. I understand they're busy, but this was a bit suffocating. Really ruined the experience for us. We were more worried about our personal space than enjoying the pizza.View more
Bianca
We were honestly surprised at how much we loved Pizza Il Focolaio. My husband & I have been diehard pizza enthusiasts for years & most places are very middle of the road. But this place had great service, a really efficient team, & pizza combinations that are interesting & delicious. One of the best things about this place was the chili oil they will bring out to the table at request. We split the Capo Franco pizza & were very full! Although the pizzas are on the smaller side, any one of them can easily feed two people comfortably because they really load on the ingredients. That being said, despite lots of toppings, the pizza's crust was still crisp, slightly chewy, & maintained a nice char without being soggy. If we ever go back to Montreal, we'll be sure to visit again!View more
Paul
Easily my favorite pizza in Montreal. Surprisingly very similar to the quality you can get in Italy.View more
Djifa
Franchement! Trop bonnes pizzas! Il y a beaucoup de choix. La pâte est délicieuse, la sauce tomate est délicieuse & les aliments extrêmement frais. Une des meilleurs pizzeria à Montréal selon moi. Loin des coins fancy mais le line-up témoignage de la réputation de ce lieu. Peut être bruyant si vous mange à l'intérieur par contre. Je termine en mentionnant les cannolis qui sont un pur moment de bonheur. Photo à l'appuiView more
Alex
Ouvert depuis plus de 40 ans (1984). On y sert une vaste variété de délicieuses pizzas au four à bois. Presque toujours un line-up à la porte mais le roulement est rapide. Le service est aussi agréable & les serveurs multiethniques sont très souriants.
La clientèle inclus un bon nombre de touristes étrangers.
Sangria, bières en fût/bouteilles & vins.
Face au Square Philippe.
Parking payant dans la rue sinon métro McGill.View more
Alexandrine
Favourite pizza in town! Unfortunately they dont take reservationsView more
Aurore
De très bonnes pizzas non bourratives. Le personnel est au petit soin. Je recommande. Cependant ne pas être pressé car pas beaucoup de tables & donc de l'attente.View more
Fabian
Honestly my favorite pizza in MTL, it's always delicious
The salads are great to share tooView more
Jim
Perfect spot for pizza on a cold, drizzling spring day in MontrealView more
Virginie
Meilleure pizza que j'ai jamais mangé!
Toute ma famille a appréciée.
Beaucoup de choix, les employés sont attentionnés, beaux moments en famille pour nous hier soir. Je recommande fortement.View more
Expl0
Perfect ! Amazing place to eat great pizzas in MTL ! Kisses from Paris !View more
Mike
A pizza place from the 80-90s & still running must mean it's the best, well yes, it was great. The sauce & pizza are amazing, you can choose from your 70 options of pizza.
I'd definitely recommend, but the line up is an issue.View more
Kevork
Pizza Il Focolaio in Montreal downtown exceeded my expectations. The CAMPAGNOLA, adorned with hot pancetta, was a flavorful delight. The Danisi, featuring hot capicollo, was equally impressive. The attentive service stood out as they diligently refilled my water every 2 minutes. A delightful dining experience that solidifies Pizza Il Focolaio as one of the best pizza spots in the area.View more
Jonathan
Great pizza, calzones, & dessert! Super popular place so they turn the tables over quickly. Service is very friendly & quick. Lively atmosphere but not too loud. Great spot in Montreal for a quick & delicious mealView more
Ethan
Pizza & service were great with good selection, I'd recommend ordering over sitting in to eat, the chairs were some of the most uncomfortable I've ever sat inView more