Il Focolaio
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About us
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.
Our Specialties
Wood oven pizza.
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5.0
Tartufo pizza is 😍. Servers were attentive & accommodating. We will come back.
Jul 26, 2025
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5.0
Amazing food & genuine service. It provided a great dining experience for our family. I will definitely come back next time I'm in Montreal.
Jul 25, 2025
on Google
5.0
Great place to eat pizza decent prices service excellent I'll recommend.
Jul 19, 2025
on Google
5.0
My favorite pizza place in Montreal! Tiramisu is very delicious as well.
Jul 18, 2025
on Google
5.0
This is one of the best Italian pizzas, I have ever had outside of Italy.
You have a huge selection of pizzas, more than 70 types of pizza.
I recommend it for sure.
Jul 18, 2025
on Google
4.0
Première fois que je goûte la fameuse Il Focolaio, très bonne! J'ai pris la 40 Al Prosciutto. Beaucoup de choix (plus de 60).🫶
Jul 17, 2025
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4.0
I came here on a date, they have an extensive pizza menu. The wine was good. However I think it's expensive for what it is. I paid almost $50 for a pizza & 1 glass of wine.
Jul 12, 2025
on Google
5.0
On our first trip to Montreal we were looking for a place to eat that close to our hotel. We found Il Focolaio & were able to get seated inside immediately. The atmosphere was very energetic & somewhat loud, but fun.
Neither my wife or I speak French & as soon as we spoke the servers immediately responded in English & once seated provided us with English menus.
We ordered pizzas & wine both of which were fantastic. The servers never stopped moving the entire time we were there & they were all super friendly.
If you are looking for a great pizza in a fun & friendly atmosphere this is the place.
Jul 12, 2025
on Google
4.0
Their pizza menu is wildly extensive. They have this note on their menu saying they make their own tomato sauce, cheese & pizza dough , which sounds fantastic. Really tasty pizza to be honest.
Jul 11, 2025
on Google
5.0
The pizza place to go when in MTL. Very casual atmosphere, delicious pizzas with generous toppings.
Jul 11, 2025
on Google
4.0
They serve a wide variety of authentic pizzas' & the service is good here.
Jul 10, 2025
on Google
5.0
Excellent place to go downtown for a true pizza. Best pizza I've tasted. Great atmosphere. Friendly service & helpful too. They went above & beyond.
Jul 2, 2025
on Google
5.0
Absolutely amazing! The food was incredible - hands down the best pizza I've ever had. The staff were so friendly, warm, & genuinely compassionate. The atmosphere was lovely, & everything about the experience was just perfect. Can't wait to come back. Highly recommended
Jun 30, 2025
on Google
5.0
One of Montreal's best pizza places. Fast & friendly service. Delicious pizza.
Jun 29, 2025
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