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Il Focolaio

Montréal hearth-baked pizza perfection awaits at Il Focolaio.

Downtown
4.7$
OPEN11 am - 10:30 pm
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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
4.71119 ratings
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on Google4.6 (6800+)
*as of 2026-08-06
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Review Summary

Il Focolaio is widely celebrated for its extensive menu of authentic, wood-fired pizzas featuring a perfectly thin and crispy crust. Guests consistently praise the fresh, generous toppings and the variety of choices, which include options for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions. The atmosphere is described as lively, energetic, and welcoming, making it a popular destination for both locals and visitors. While the restaurant can become quite busy and occasionally loud, the service is generally highlighted as efficient, friendly, and professional, often leaving a lasting positive impression on those who dine there.
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Navid
5.0

The best Pizza place I've ever been!

The taste of the pizza here is literally what it has to be; genuine, fresh, & balanced.

The staff are some of the kindest people you'll meet, with their'always-smiling' attitude serving in a warm & welcoming atmosphere.

I visit here regularly, & it never disappoints.

Highly recommended for true pizza lovers!

My favourite ones:
#74: Tartufo
#44: Volcano
#65: Pollo Nostro
#39: La Bomba
#70: Portobello
#71: Arugula

All of the salads are lovely. Specially the S5-Giardino;)

Enjoy!

Aug 4, 2025
on Google
Parth
5.0

Best wood fired pizza in Montreal. Maybe all of Canada. 1000/10 must try.

Aug 3, 2025
on Google
Emilie
5.0

Les pizzas sont excellentes & le service est parfait ! 👌 nous reviendrons avec plaisir !

Aug 2, 2025
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Diego
4.0

One of the best pizzas in town.
Suggestion : such a good pizza with BG beer. Seriously? Terrible beer for those who don't like it in bottle.
I didn't give you 5* beacuse the pancetta was way too spicy. I know Montreal has become a spicy food spot the last couple of years, but still. You should warn your clients. It felt like mexican/bolivian/indian level of spice. The other pizzas were great.

Aug 2, 2025
on Google
Sandrine
5.0

Premiere fois à ce resto & ce ne sera pas la dernière ! La pizza est excellente!!!!!

Jul 28, 2025
on Google
Tyra
5.0

This is one of my favourite pizza places in Montreal! There are so many varieties that you can have, & I haven't even tried the calzonis or the salads. Last time I went, we were able to get a reservation for 11am & were immediately seated when we got in. This time, I got a Campagnola, without olives, & it was absolutely delicious. I devoured the whole pizza. I noticed it was slightly smaller than it was when I visited in past years, but it was no less delicious! I highly recommend this place for lunch or dinne

Jul 28, 2025
on Google
Vaidehi
4.0

They have a wide selection of delicious pizzas (probably the biggest I have seen) & despite the crowd on weekend evenings, they do a good job of quickly bringing the pizzas.

Jul 28, 2025
on Google
Galyna
5.0

Delicious

Jul 27, 2025
on Google
Marie-EVE
5.0

Un excellent service reçu. Nous avons été manger avec notre bébé & on a été très bien accueilli. La pizza est délicieuse . On a apprécié notre repas.

Jul 26, 2025
on Google
Lise
5.0

The best pizza restaurant in Montreal

Jul 26, 2025
on Google
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