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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Reviews often mention
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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
Zacharie
DELICIOUS. Come here all the time. Light healthy & fresh. & the desserts are amazing.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
Alasdair
So many options, it's actually insane! The dough & toppings are phenomenal. Prices are pretty reasonable.View more
Véronique
Excellente pizza sur feu de bois! Beaucoup de variétés & la croûte sans gluten était délicieuse (elle ne convient pas aux coeliaques & aux allergiques par contre).
Service ultra rapide & personnel chaleureux!View more
Danie
The best pizza in Montreal! I have been here a couple of times with family & friends & there are lots of options to choose from! On top of that, the service is amazing! The best pizza in the whole city, cannot wait to come back :)View more
Dominic
Absolutely a must if you like proper pizza, the # 44 volcano is my go too Calpine!!View more
Tamana
Everything on top & very reasonable price. If you love Italian, you gotta try this place. Worth the visit.View more