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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
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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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François
5.0

Incredible selection of pizzas to choose from, every one of them delicious.

Nov 14, 2024
on Google
Alexandre
5.0

Un délice!!

Nov 13, 2024
on Google
Chase
5.0

Quality takeout experience for business traveler.

Nov 13, 2024
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Christine
5.0

Our friends in Montreal said this was a great pizza place, & they were 100% correct! We visited Montreal & unfortunately we could only manage to do delivery, but it was fabulous! There were so many pizza options on the website that we had some trouble deciding what to get. I had the absolute best anchovy pizza I've ever had! Everyone else really enjoyed their pizzas, too (the kids are Hawaiian fiends, & everyone else got assorted meaty toppings). The delivery guy was also very lovely & insisted on bringing the pizzas up the stairs to us, even though we went down to meet him. The delivery boxes are also really appealing, haha. Will definitely return for more the next time we are in town!

Nov 12, 2024
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Aajb
5.0

Food was amazing, great service as well

Nov 11, 2024
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Vishal
5.0

I recently dined at Pizza Focolaio in downtown Montreal & was thoroughly impressed! I ordered the vegetarian pizza ratatouille & the Giardino salad, & both dishes were fantastic. The pizza was stone-baked to perfection, with a crisp crust on the outside & a soft, chewy interior. The ratatouille toppings were generous & beautifully seasoned, creating a delightful medley of flavors. The Giardino salad was fresh & well-composed, providing a refreshing contrast to the pizza. Pizza Focolaio offers a wide variety of pizzas, both vegetarian & non-vegetarian, catering to diverse tastes. Each pizza is stone-baked, enhancing the flavors & giving it an authentic, rustic touch. The ambiance is cozy & welcoming, & the attentive service made the experience even better. I'd highly recommend this spot for anyone craving delicious, high-quality pizza in Montreal!

Nov 10, 2024
on Google
Sahar
5.0

A nice place with real pizza 🍕 best pizza in Montreal 😉

Nov 9, 2024
on Google
Ali
2.0

While the pizza tasted fine, it seemed more like a regular cheese pizza. Nothing about it said it was the MARGHERITA pizza. No fresh basil, seems like they baked it with the basil leaves on it, no mozzetta, the way it should look like.

Nov 5, 2024
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Eva
5.0

Wow! Hands down to the best pizzeria in the town

Nov 3, 2024
on Google
Ashutosh
5.0

Genuinely is one of the best pizzas you can get, period. Such a rich & original variety of pizzas at a competitive price, fast service & great branding. Love their tiramisu as well. I recommend their truffle pizza called tarta something, everyone already posts so many pics of it already, it's soo good, you definitely have to try it if you like truffles.

Nov 2, 2024
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