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.
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.
tres bonne adresse pour gouter a une bonne pizza,il faut aussi essayer la salade Giardino (légumes grillés) une tuerie dommage que les pizza soit un peut petite
La meilleure pizza à Montréal, mais pourquoi fermer si tôt, 8:30... sur semaine, j'ai le souvenir d'une terrasse bien garnie jusqu'à 11h le soir. Faut croire que Montréal se détériore avec le temps.
Lovely atmosphere... the hostess was impeccable... the food was fresh & serving size, in my opinion, is just the right amount. Definitely will go visit again.
Jun 13, 2024
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If you want pizza, this is the right place to go to. They have a wide range on variety (more than 50 options). We tried the margarita & malenzan pizzas. The dough was amazing however both pizzas were a little salty to my liking so I would rate it 8/10. We also got a Caesar salad which was refreshing & tasty & the serving was very generous. Lastly, the service was excellent.
Juste miam.. grosse carte de 80 choix de pizza au four a bois authentique. Un must à montréal. Des amis Français en visite ont dit ah enfin de la vraie pizza!
Superbe pizza fruits de mer, bien cuite, j'ai adoré la pâte, le goût d'ail n'est pas dominant mais se ressent quand-même. Ambiance magnifique j'ai adoré merci
Mon resto de pizza favori!!! Le resto est souvent bondé mais le service est tjrs numero 1. Immense choix de pizzas, les salades sont très généreuse & je suggère le gâteau aux amandes pour compléter le tout. Sans oublié un bon verre de rouge pour accompagner le repas. Santé !!
Good pizzas & large menu. The dough wasn't the same as before. The dough is sometimes dry over cook, I know this also by a friend who used to work there.
Best pizza i've ever had, reminded me so much of italy. The restaurant is nicely decorated & the people there are so nice & friendly. We went on a friday at around 6pm & it wasn't packed but there wasn't any seats available so we decided to take out & the pizzas took around 15 minutes. the portions are enough for one person to eat & they're just cooked to perfection. I took the carre phillip while my boyfriend took the salamino & they were both equally delicious (especially if you put the pepper flakes on them)
