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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
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*as of 2026-08-23
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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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Meet
5.0

Looks like an old school place but the pizza selection they have is almost 75+. Great food great staff. Try there best sellers from the menu. We got Quattro fromaggi & brocoli. Both were 10/10. They have whole wheat collection as well if you have any special food requirements.

Apr 20, 2024
on Google
Roger
4.0

L'une des meilleures pizza produite dans un four à bois en pierre par la diaspora italienne ! On n'y va pas pour le décor figé dans le temps ou pour l'ambiance maus bel & bien pour le plaisir de déguster leur excellente pizza. Des formats 10 pouces donc une pizza par personne. A quatre on en commande 4 différentes & cela nous permet de déguster 4 variétés. Coup de coeur pour la gâteau dulce de leite & leur tiramisu.

Apr 19, 2024
on Google
Liliana
5.0

Delicious !!!

Apr 19, 2024
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Lefong
5.0

Favorite Montreal pizza spot with countless options!

Apr 17, 2024
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Nilgün
5.0

Great tastes

Apr 16, 2024
on Google
Pierre
5.0

On a Tuesday night, 8pm this place is packed, waited 30 minutes to get a table, by myself as I am out of town & my hotel is straight across the street-2minute walk. Had a salad & a pizza which was fantastic (carre phillips)- they have 77 different pies to choose from. Rachid (waiter) was amazing, helped to narrow the choice down & was extremely attentive to provide best service. Looking forward of going back & asking to be in Rashid section.

Apr 16, 2024
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Charly
3.0

Je lis dans les avis que c'est la meilleure pizzeria de Montréal..... ma réponse : non! Pour qu'elle puisse prétendre à ce titre : je propose d'améliorer la pâte. Cette dernière manque de goût & elle est un peu trop sèche. Elle mériterait d'être un peu plus gourmande. Pour les ingrédients ça va le goût était la sauf pour le fromage qui manque de caractère. Le service était au top. La décoration peut être améliorée. Il y a du potentielle dans cette pizzeria

Apr 13, 2024
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Zeinab
5.0

In one word: The best pizza in montreal!

Apr 11, 2024
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M
5.0

Second time, just as good as the first. Had the gluten-free crust with prosciutto & spicy pancetta (since the pepperoni is not gluten-free). I'm already looking forward to our next visit.

Apr 11, 2024
on Google
Vivian
5.0

I've loved pizza my whole life, & these were definitely on the top of my list. I eat all kinds of pizza, pan pizza, thin crust, stuffed crust, homemade, frozen, New York style, Chicago style, Italian pizza, Canadian pizza, etc., honestly speaking, pizza is just so versatile that I personally believe anything can be added on it. I've never seen a pizza menu with 77+ flavors. Besides the pizza per se, the highlight of the experience to me was the fact that they served olive oil & red chili pepper flakes on the side, which made me feel like it was a "healthier cheat meal". Thank you for the great experience. Servers were so nice as well! Will be back there again! P.s. We didn't make a reservation, but we noticed there were people queueing up to get in after 6pm.

Apr 11, 2024
on Google
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