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Il Pagliaccio

Outremont
4.8$$ & $$$
OPEN12 pm - 2:30 pm, 5:30 pm - 10 pm
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Il Pagliaccio Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
Italian

Amenities, services & more

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Reviews for Il Pagliaccio

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on Google4.6 (100+)
*as of 2026-03-15
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Review Summary

Il Pagliaccio is described as unpretentious with lovely staff and clientele and a sparkling clean setting. Gnocchi are praised as among the best in North America, and the overall food quality with attentive service is a common thread throughout the reviews. When minor flaws appear, such as coffee that is sour or dishes that are a touch salty for some, accommodations are made and a less salty appetizer is offered. The dining experience is repeatedly called wonderful, the best Italian restaurant in Montreal by many, with consistently delicious food, excellent service, and a romantic, intimate atmosphere. The room is noted for calm lighting and a welcoming vibe, and the menu, though concise and changing, covers classics with well prepared pastas, seafood, veal, and wine, while portions can be shared and dishes split as needed. The staff are described as caring and hands-on, and guests appreciate the thoughtful service and value for quality. Repeated visits are common, with the place described as a little Italian gem worth returning to for reliably memorable meals.
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Je ne m'attendais pas à ça! C'était notre première fois, nous étions au Rialto & nous cherchions un resto pas trop loin, italien de préférence. Voilà, on appelle, on réserve, on y va. Un 50 places environ, service très attentionné. Maintenant, pour la nourriture: La qualité des ingrédients, l'authenticité des produits (beaucoup d'importation d'Italie), tout fait maison. Ce n'était pas seulement manger un repas italien, c'était une expérience de la Gastronomie italienne. Lorsque la panacotta est à base de crème & ne contient pas de gélatine, ça en dit long sur la qualité & l'attention mis sur ce qu'on sert. Pas un repas petit budget, mais pour ce que nous avons reçu dans l'ensemble, je crois avoir payer le juste prix. 3 services+vin: 230$ avant pourboire.

Mar 20, 2026
on Google
5.0

The opposite of pretentious, lovely staff & clientèle. Super clean. The gnocchi were the first excellent gnocchi I've had in North America. My wife loved this place. Service was excellent. On the imperfect side, the coffee served was way sour, the food salty for the salt-sensitive. That said, they accomodated & gave us a less salty appetizer ; we will definitely return & recommend it.

Feb 6, 2026
on Google

Simplement merveilleux

Jan 9, 2026
on Google

The best Italian restaurant in Montreal! We have been there many times, & every time the food is very delicious, the service is always excellent! A great dining experience! Highly recommended

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Une pépite de restaurant à découvrir.. simplement délicieux, j'adore atmosphere. Super propre .. mon coup de coeur 🫶🏻

Oct 12, 2025
on Google

Vraiment un resto où l on se sent complètement ailleurs. Mon mari étant sicilien a adoré ce resto sympa & accueillant. C'est un des meilleurs restos qu' il a visité depuis longtemps à Montréal. L ambiance, le service, la bouffe & le vin tout était parfait. Petites lumières tamisées & ambiance romantique. Je vous le recommande fortement. Merveilleux endroit pour un petit souper à deux.

Sep 25, 2025
on Google

Amazing service! Everyone is so friendly & very hands on ! Food was great & the atmosphere was really nice as well.

Sep 22, 2025
on Google

Tout ce que vous désirez d'un restaurant classique italien. Service impeccable!
Pour Manuel & sa brigade, 5 étoiles!

Aug 27, 2025
on Google
4.0

Very neat restaurant & we are not big eaters, so we ordered an appetizer, a pasta & a secondi to share. They separated the dish into two for us. Very accommodating. Foods are good.

Aug 12, 2025
on Google

Visited this little Italian gem for the very first time.
The owner Manuel is a charming host & suggested a sampling of the various appetizers for the four of us to try. The menu is not large but It was all just great. Tomatoes & burrata, octopus, artichokes, pasta & the main meals branzino & veal piccata. Dessert a lemon tart & lava cake.
This ended up being a wonderfully surprising evening & a new gem to return to.

Aug 10, 2025
on Google

Going there for nearly the last 15 years & still amazed by the quality of the food & the service!

Thanks Manuel 🙂

Jul 26, 2025
on Google
5.0

Deuxième visite en famille (2 adultes, 2 enfants), & encore une fois, c'était exceptionnel. Le menu est court, change à chaque fois, & tout est préparé avec soin.

Nous avons pris en entrée la mozzarella de bufalla (excellente), les calmars à la poêle (tendres & bien assaisonnés) & la pieuvre grillée (parfaite cuisson). En plat principal, le filet de veau était incroyable. Les spaghettis vongole étaient un peu salés, mais toujours très bons & le restaurant a eu la délicatesse de ne pas nous le facturer après notre remarque. Les pâtes fraîches al ragù étaient également délicieuses.

En dessert : tiramisu & panna cotta, très bon.

Un des meilleurs restaurants italiens qu'on a testés à Montréal.

Jul 12, 2025
on Google

What a great restaurant! Went twice & will surely go back soon ! The owner Manuele is so caring & kind. The food is outstanding & so is the service. Highly recommend place!

Jul 10, 2025
on Google

By far the best italian restaurant in Montreal. You can be assured of consistency & high quality.

Apr 29, 2025
on Google

Un classique. Excellent restaurant italien. Prix raisonnable vue la qualité.

Apr 13, 2025
on Google

Ambiance très calme avec service A1 ! La nourriture & la cave à vin vaut la peine !

Feb 26, 2025
on Google
5.0

Very nice Italian. Food is simple & sophisticated. Date & I split each course at the recommendation of our waiter. Great idea. Had two antipasti, pasta, piccata & dessert. Left very full.

Dec 6, 2024
on Google

The best food I've ever had in Montreal. All dishes were fresh, delicious & like home made

Oct 13, 2024
on Google

We had an amazing dinner; the food was excellent & the service was exceptional. Will be back!

Jul 27, 2024
on Google

J'ai aimé l'accueil, le service attentionné, la qualité des produits, la présentation & surtout les saveurs délectables. Un restaurant haut de gamme qui justifie les prix. Bravo!

Jul 19, 2024
on Google