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Il Focolaio

Downtown
4.7$
OPEN11 am - 10:30 pm
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PizzaItalianCaféSalads

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.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 128 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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Reviews for Il Focolaio

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on Google4.6 (6600+)
*as of 2026-05-08
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Review Summary

Il Focolaio offers a lively wood-fired Italian pizza experience with a broad menu of toppings and creative combos, a crisp flavorful crust, and fresh ingredients that make many pies stand out in Montreal's pizza scene. The dining room feels welcoming and bustling, and the service is consistently friendly and efficient even when crowded, with easy options for takeout or patio seating. The menu includes vegetarian, gluten free and lactose free choices, and cannolis and tiramisu pair nicely with the pizzas. While lines and close tables are common during peak hours, guests repeatedly praise generous portions, fair prices and the overall authentic, satisfying taste that keeps them coming back.
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5.0

Ce n'est pas la première fois, j'adore cette pizzeria. Le service & la nourritures sont bonnes. C'est vrai il y a une grande file d'attente, mais cela vaut la peine. Une trad belle ambiance amicale.

May 2, 2026
on Google

Ganadora! Hace mucho tiempo no comía una pizza tan rica! Si se hace fila, pero si vale la pena 🙈🍕🫠

Apr 29, 2026
on Google
5.0

Probably one of the best pizza in Montréal

Apr 23, 2026
on Google

C'est trop bon !!
Tu manges italien
Personnellement j'ai pris un calzone gealo é verdé une tuerie .
En dessert j'ai pris un gâteau italien aux amandes extraordinaire m'a replongé directe dans mon enfance en Tunisie nos pâtisseries italiennes d'antan ❤?❤?❤?
Je recommande vivement

Apr 23, 2026
on Google
5.0

Tres bon resto le prix est quand meme elever pour une pizza

Apr 23, 2026
on Google

Ordered take-out so can't speak to the atmosphere, but the staff were very friendly & helpful & the pizzas were excellent!

Apr 22, 2026
on Google

Il Focolaio has the best pizza in town, hands down!!!
Large selection of pizzas to choose from also..
Staff were very friendly & the service was very quick given the restaurant was super busy.
The terrace outside is also beautiful to sit on , on a nice spring/summer day! Can't wait to come back to Il Focolaio 🍕🇮🇹😊
⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?

Apr 22, 2026
on Google

My Favorite Italian restaurant in Montreal

Apr 21, 2026
on Google

The Marguerite was amazing. The Italian salad was so fresh & savory. 5 stars!!!

Apr 20, 2026
on Google
5.0

Good services, delicious pizza.

Apr 16, 2026
on Google

One of the best places to have pizza. One of the best

Apr 12, 2026
on Google
5.0

Delicious! My wife loves them all. As for me, their gluten-sensitive dough & their vegan cheese are just perfect... one of the best pizzas I can have. & the outside deck is lovely in the summer.

Apr 11, 2026
on Google

77 Pizzen zur Auswahl. 5 tolle große Salate. Preisleistung absolut top.. sehr freundlicher Service. Die Empfehlung für leckere Pizza und Salate in Montreal.

Apr 8, 2026
on Google

This place is really popular in Montreal, & for good reason. The only challenge is choosing from their wide variety of options, but every choice we made was absolutely delicious. Service was really friendly & fast too.

Apr 8, 2026
on Google

Very popular place.
Tight seating. Kinda loud. Pizza was good but not as crispy as I like. You have to order, eat & get out because there's a line at the door. Tourist spot

Apr 6, 2026
on Google

Pizza was delish! Caesar salad dressing...SO YUMMY!

Apr 4, 2026
on Google

Sehr gut besuchte Lokalität, auch mit 🍕 Pizza zum mitnehmen. Das Personal ist freundlich und fix dabei doch noch einen freien Tisch zu schaffen.

Mar 29, 2026
on Google

The food was amazing, the pizzas & cannolis were so delicious & the servers were so kind & attentive thank you so much

Mar 27, 2026
on Google

They are serving most amazing pizza in city I tried pizza in many city but not like this I m vegetarian tried there all vegetarian pizza they all are amazing super delicious number 71 is my favourite

Mar 27, 2026
on Google

Best pizza! Service again is rushed because it's a popular spot & usually very busy.

Mar 27, 2026
on Google