Il Pazzesco has been noticed and appreciated by Montreal gourmets since it was founded in 1991 by brothers Michele and Mario Lapadula. Following the expansion and renovation in the winter of 2001, the restaurant is divided into two separate rooms, one of which has a dance floor. You can reserve either one of the rooms for more privacy, and the same attentive service.
In May 2002 the daily newspaper “La Presse” described Il Pazzesco as being a discovery in Anjou (découverte à Anjou.)
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Il Pazzesco impresses with its gnocchi and the menu blends classic Italian flavors with a dynamic, memorable profile. Service is consistently superb and attentive, making guests feel welcome and at home. The atmosphere is warm and elegant yet welcoming, with a refined vibe that still feels inviting. Dishes such as gnocchi, polpette, veal, seafood pastas and lamb chops are praised for freshness, generous portions and authentic preparation, with pasta often described as al dente and sauces flavorful. Value is highlighted with generous portions and quality that justifies the price, and many reviews note that the experience can feel like a true Italian dining moment, whether dining in or celebrating a special occasion. Minor notes about noise or a few menu items not meeting expectations are far outweighed by the overall experience, leaving a sense of a reliable favorite for fans of Italian cuisine.
Absolutely an amazing place to dine!!! The food was fresh & delicious & the service was excellent!!! They serve a delicious focaccia with sauce & olives to start & all the pasta dishes & mussels we tried were heavenly!!! I would highly recommend dining here! It was a beautiful experience & I cannot wait to go back! Also the tiramisu & pistachio cheese cake were amazing!!!
Venu d'Europe visiter le Nord-est de l'Amérique. Restaurant très agréable avec un service de qualité & fort sympathique. Cuisine italienne excellente & rapport qualité/prix parfait. Je recommande sans hésiter si vous cherchez un restaurant dans ce quartier de Montréal.
Moi, ma femme & mes 3 enfants avons adoré l'expérience, excellente attention & les plats excellents. Nous avons été très bien servis par l'équipe qui nous a donné un accueil & service chaleureux. Je recommande fortement.
Meuilleur restaurant italien vraiment incroyable. La cuisine est authentique & délicieuse. Les pâtes fraîches sont un véritable régal pour les papilles. Le service est impeccable & chaleureux. Je recommande vivement cet endroit à tous les amateurs de cuisine italienne.
Le 19 juillet 2025 nous avons célébré notre mariage & s'était juste WoW nous étions 49 personnes je recommande fortement cet endroit tout était parfait un gros merci
Jul 20, 2025
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We celebrated our son's first communion here last weekend. I have to say that it did not disappoint. Sal & Maria truly made me feel welcomed & at home. From choosing the menu to planning last minute details they were accommodating & professional & really took the time to ensure I was happy. The food & service was exceptional. I would absolutely recommend them for an evening out or to plan your next event.
This was an amazing experience food wise & customer service! The choices on the table hôte are spectacular, The fennel salad is just so delicious 😋 The paccheri with sea food is just to die for! The dessert is scrumptious… homemade! & Dino's customer service brings your experience to a whole other level I highly recommend… You got to eat here!
We dined here on a Saturday after making a reservation for two - the place fills up fast. We initially wanted to come here weeks prior but the place was fully booked when we called. The restaurant seems to be very popular for birthdays or special group gatherings.
What interested me in the first place was the large menu, there is a good selection of everything so it easy to please a picky eater. The restaurant itself it medium sized, there is a small parking lot & free street parking. It is located in a very residential neighborhood.
The interior style & vibe is fancy, higher end, white table cloth & intimate. We were seated & served very promptly. Our main meals were the penne romanoff which is a pasta in a rosee & vodka sauce, along with the grilled lamb chops. This is served with a side of potatoes & veggies but we were able to swap this out with a side of simple olive oil & garlic pasta instead.
They serve complimentary flat bread & buns to start. The pasta was delicious, extremely rich & flavorful, & pretty generous in portion. The lamb chops were dainty, cooked well & tasty however we expected more of an herb or seasoned crust to these -they only had a sprinkle of herbs on them.
Service is super speedy & efficient, we were in & out very quickly since we did not order anything else. I would highly recommend this place for pasta, if you live in the area, take out would be ideal. The pricing & portion is very reasonable. I would definitely come back & want to try other things from the menu, we saw several other dishes at nearby tables & everything looked delicious.
I was recommended to try their pizza. We had fried calamari for entree & for the price & portion, pretty disappointed. As for the pizza ( we had sausage with rapini & frutta di mare, it was ok but I had better). I have to say however that I saw they had Trippa so I will give trippa a try ( I am a big trippa lover). Let's see if their trippa will meet my expectations ( maybe trippa with polenta? ) Cheers!
**Restaurant Il Pazzesco : Une Expérience Italienne Inoubliable** En tant qu'amateur de cuisine italienne, j'ai récemment découvert le Restaurant Il Pazzesco à Montréal. Fondé en 1991 par les frères Michele & Mario Lapadula, Il Pazzesco a su se faire remarquer & apprécier des gastronomes montréalais. L'ambiance du restaurant est chaleureuse & accueillante. Les deux salles à manger offrent une expérience intime, & le service est impeccable. Voici ce que j'ai particulièrement apprécié : 1. **Menu Varié :** Il Pazzesco propose une variété de plats allant des pâtes aux grillades en passant par les fruits de mer & les pizzas. Leur "Raw bar" est également un incontournable. 2. **Qualité des Plats :** J'ai opté pour des pâtes aux fruits de mer, & elles étaient fraîches & savoureuses. Les portions sont généreuses, & chaque bouchée était un régal. 3. **Service Attentionné :** Le personnel est courtois & attentif. Ils connaissent bien le menu & sont prêts à répondre à toutes vos questions. 4. **Options Sensibles au Gluten :** Pour les personnes ayant des restrictions alimentaires, Il Pazzesco propose des options sans gluten, ce qui est un énorme avantage. 5. **Desserts Maison :** Ne manquez pas leurs desserts maison ! J'ai craqué pour le tiramisu, & c'était divin. En ce qui concerne les horaires, le restaurant est ouvert du lundi au dimanche, avec des heures d'ouverture flexibles². Je recommande vivement Il Pazzesco pour une soirée italienne mémorable ! 😊
A bit pricy but the food is very very good & the service is excellent. We had a birthday dinner & they put in some extra effort to make it special. Very nice. A small improvement could be a waiting bench for older folks especially when you have a reservation & it's not ready. Great place overall though. Highly recommend for a special occasion.
Jul 30, 2024
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Dimanche soir, le restaurant est plein. Sur réservation seulement, mais ils nous ont quand même trouvé une place. Cette place était a l'extérieur... Normalement on nous oublie quand on nous met dehors.., mais pas dans ce restaurant. Malgré que le restaurant était plein de groupe, ils sont venu nous voir fréquemment & nous avons eu un service impeccable. La nourriture était toute aussi bonne. J'ai pris pâte aux fruits de mer sauce rosée. Délicieux. Je recommande (sur réservation la fin de semaine) ce restaurant.. une découverte à réessayer!
Nicola, Salvatore & Raphaele nous ont reçu comme des membres de la famiglia. Les lucky lime, la burrata, les pasta al funghi, les escalope al marsala, le carré d'agneau le Il Massieta tout étaient succulents. Est-ce qu'on recommande ? Définitivement. Les pasta al pomodoro basilico ? Formidable ça me rappelait celle de Florence en Italie. Nous avons terminé le repas sur la terrasse. La dolce de la fin, très apprécié.
