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Il Focolaio

Montréal hearth-baked pizza perfection awaits at Il Focolaio.

Downtown
4.7$
OPEN11 am - 9:30 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
4.71126 ratings
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on Google4.6 (6800+)
*as of 2026-08-11
4.71126 ratings
5★
78%
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15%
3★
4%
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3%
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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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Gege
2.0

The fact that this place is over 4 stars is a crime to Italian people everywhere. This is a tourist spot / last ditch resto on a hockey night. Don't go here expecting anything remotely close to what an Italian pizza should be. Service & atmosphere is cool though.

Jan 19, 2025
on Google
Mario
5.0

J'y vais toujours quand je suis dans l'coin. Superbes pizza au four à bois avec un grand choix. Le service est rapide & compétent. Par contre, l'ambiance (tables serrées) & le stationnement sont à chier !

Jan 12, 2025
on Google
Yasna
3.0

I had heard that this place serves the best pizza in town, so my expectations were high. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed-it was just an average pizza, nothing extraordinary. That said, it was still delicious, but I believe there are likely better pizzerias in town.

Jan 6, 2025
on Google
Étienne
5.0

Meilleure pizza de Montréal. Inutile d'en rajouter.

Jan 6, 2025
on Google
Shrenik
4.0

Quick service & the atmosphere was good. Was expecting more waiting time seeing the line but we got the table in 5 mins

Jan 2, 2025
on Google
Luc
4.0

Bonne pizza au feu de bois, faut arriver tôt car très vite complet

Dec 24, 2024
on Google
Leticia
5.0

Comida muito boa, pedi a pizza nº 40 e estava perfeita

Dec 22, 2024
on Google
Sandy
5.0

Buenisima la pizza, el pan, la salsa, todo!

Dec 21, 2024
on Google
Jamie
5.0

In town with my kid for their 25th birthday & tried the pizza here after seeing good reviews. The pizza was EVEN BETTER than any previous review made it out to be. Any time I'm back in Montreal, I'll go out of my way to eat here again.

Dec 20, 2024
on Google
Claude
5.0

Ma première fois aujourd'hui dans ce restaurant & je me jure d'y retourner. J'ai commandé la pizza SAID (#62 sur le menu) & je me suis franchement régalé. J'ai terminé mon repas avec une délicieuse glace tartufo à la pistache ainsi qu'un très bon cappuccino. J'ai déjà hâte de goûter à une autre de leurs très nombreuses pizzas lors de ma prochaine visite! Merci à l'équipe du Il Focolaio!

Dec 20, 2024
on Google
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