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Il Focolaio

Downtown
4.7$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11 am
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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

Capacity: 128 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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Reviews for Il Focolaio

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on Google4.6 (6600+)
*as of 2026-04-04
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Review Summary

Il Focolaio offers wood fired, thin crust pizzas with a vast range of toppings and a menu that balances classic Italian staples with inventive options, all baked to perfection in a real Italian oven. The crust is consistently crisp and flavorful, the ingredients are fresh, and gluten free crust and lactose free cheese options are appreciated by many diners. The service is repeatedly described as fast, friendly and attentive, with staff making guests feel welcome and cared for even during busy periods. The atmosphere is lively yet cozy, making it a great spot for casual dinners, family nights or a quick bite after visiting nearby sights, and the location downtown Montreal adds to its appeal. Desserts like tiramisu and cannoli are frequently praised, and the wine and beer selection complements the meals well. Overall, this spot is widely regarded as one of the best pizza places in town, a must visit for pizza lovers, with many guests planning to return.
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September 2023 5*

Visited the place with family to eat pizza. If you don’t have reservations, you will need to wait in the queue. This place is quite busy.

Place is popular for wood oven pizza. We tried cheese & vegetable pizza. The restaurant serve standard size & it is good for 3 people. Pizza was very fresh & delicious.

Oct 4, 2023
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GourmetGal
6 Reviews
4.0

Best pizza downtown, many choices of combinations , including Pesto Olives & Brocoli , Caesar salads best fresh parmesan cheese ,
good litle spot for meeting a friend for dinner , fun spot , busy bustling & lots of people usually . Ask for Sergio

Jul 9, 2014
Foodie
6 Reviews
4.5

Focalaio on Phillips Square, just in front of the Bay store, is probably the best little Pizza place for thin crusted, any topping you can imagine pizza , with great tasting cheeses .
They also have the best Caesar salad downtown . No pasta just pizza
but delicious , go after 8pm its quieter , or go early betw 130 & 530pm .

May 6, 2013