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Il Focolaio

Downtown
4.7$
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About

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.

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Our Specialties

Wood oven pizza.

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Capacity: 128 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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Review Summary

Il Focolaio is widely recognized as a top destination for authentic, wood-fired pizza in Montreal. Visitors consistently praise the impressive variety of pizza options, including unique topping combinations, as well as the high quality of the thin, crispy crust and fresh ingredients. The atmosphere is frequently described as energetic, lively, and welcoming, reflecting a bustling Italian-style dining experience. While the restaurant is often crowded and may require waiting in line, guests emphasize that the efficient, friendly, and attentive service makes the experience well worth the effort. Whether dining on the lovely terrace or inside, most patrons leave highly satisfied with both the food and the professional staff.
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Atefeh
5.0

We had such a great experience here! The pizza was delicious, & the service was excellent. A special shoutout to Julie, who was kind, friendly, & made us feel so welcome. We'll definitely be back!

Jul 2, 2026
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Sherri
5.0

Love the outdoor deck right by our hotel. I had the Campagnola, bf had the Said. Both were excellent. I judge my pizza on the crust, at this crust was delicious, crispy, & wonderful! Am definitely getting the Ceasar salad next time after reading the reviews!

Jul 1, 2026
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Wendy
5.0

Preparense para hacer su cola, pero vale la pena. The pizzas are really good! It worths make the queue.

Jun 28, 2026
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Yousef
4.0

Absolutely one of the best wood-fired pizzas I've had! The crust was perfectly crisp with that authentic smoky flavor, the toppings were fresh & generous, & every bite was delicious. The staff were friendly, the service was excellent, & the atmosphere made the whole experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back & highly recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic wood oven pizza! 🍕🔥

Jun 27, 2026
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John
4.0

Our group had nice dinner here, pizzas & large salads. The pizza menu is impressive, huge number of choices, everyone found something they liked to choose. The pizzas themselves were good, as were the salads.

Service was mixed. The place was crowded, they said they would have a table in 5 minutes, was almost 30. Table service was fine though. I'd definitely go back to try some of their other pizzas.

Jun 26, 2026
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Tuna
5.0

A really nice restaurant with a warm & welcoming atmosphere & delicious pizzas. The staff were very friendly & polite. The tiramisu was also very delicious. I really enjoyed my experience there.

Jun 26, 2026
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Nicholas
5.0

The food was delicious. The service was good & the atmosphere was nice but very loud.

Jun 23, 2026
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Enya
3.0

Descent pizza Alle Greca

Jun 23, 2026
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Mohammad
5.0

We tried SOTTO MARE & VOLCANO

Amazing food & friendly atmosphere

Jun 22, 2026
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Ivaylo
5.0

You have to try their pizza. They know how to make a good dough, they know how to cook it, & they have mastered toppings. It's worth it.

If you also want to have a good espresso, try it. It's better than most of the places in downtown.

Jun 21, 2026
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