Fondé en 1991 par les frères Michele et Mario Lapadula, Il Pazzesco a su, depuis ce temps, se faire remarquer et apprécier des gastronomes montréalais. Depuis l’hiver 2001, suite à l’agrandissement et à la rénovation des lieux, le Pazzesco est divisé en deux salles distinctes, dont une étant munie d’une piste de danse. Vous pouvez donc réserver l’une d’entre elle et bénéficier ainsi d’une plus grande intimité et du même service attentionné.
Par ailleurs, en mai 2002, le quotien La Presse a qualifié le Pazzesco comme étant une “Découverte à Anjou”.
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Nos Spécialités
Pâtes, viande, poisson & dessert maison
Commodités, services et plus
Nous acceptons: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Paiement Mobile, Paiement sans contact
Il Pazzesco attire des éloges pour son accueil chaleureux et son menu italien authentique qui met en valeur des gnocchi exceptionnels, des fruits de mer et des desserts délicieux. Le service est souvent décrit comme attentif et sympathique, et l'ambiance cosy et animée contribue à une expérience mémorable. Dans l'ensemble, les convives repartent avec des portions généreuses, des saveurs audacieuses et une atmosphère qui rappelle l'Italie tout en restant contemporaine.
If you're looking for a dinner with a side of high-energy atmosphere, Il Pazzesco certainly delivers. I've eaten Italian food all over the world, & walking in here feels like stepping onto a very specific, high-end production set.
The Atmosphere
The vibe is definitely'bold.' It's a very clean, polished spot, but be prepared for some serious flash-there's a lot of gold jewelry & a very lively crowd. It's the kind of place where you instinctively want to sit with your back against the wall just to take in the whole scene. I was almost surprised the parking lot wasn't full of vintage muscle cars with gold decals; it just has that energetic, old-school feel.
The Service & Drinks
The service is where they truly shine. The staff is incredibly friendly, & the restaurant is immaculate. We started with the Sangria, & I have to say, it was delizioso. They clearly don't skimp on the quality or the alcohol-it was easily the highlight of the night.
The Meal
The food was a bit of a journey:
Appetizers: The Melanzane was excellent & full of flavor. I tried the homemade meatballs; while the quality of the meat was top-notch, they were surprisingly mild-almost like the seasoning decided to take the night off.
Mains: I had the Pappardelle with meat sauce. The pasta was perfectly al dente, which is hard to find, but the sauce & even the Parmesan on top were just'okay.' For such a vibrant place, the flavors were unexpectedly quiet.
The Volume
We decided to skip dessert & coffee because the noise level escalated quickly. It went from'spirited' to a'screeching hyena' level of loud rather fast. If you're looking for a quiet, intimate chat, this might not be your spot.
The Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
It's a'deliciously unique' clientele & a great place for people-watching. If you want a spotless restaurant with great service & a very strong drink, it's worth a visit-just maybe bring your own salt shaker & some earplugs for the late-night rush!
Buon appetito!
14 mai 2026
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food so mid: the'focaccia' is flatbread pizza - not great, the penne arrabiata was not spicy at all, watery too (saw it swishing as waiter put plate down)
if you like average italian food & enjoy overpaying, this is the spot for you!
(im sure other options are better but based on what i had this is my rating)
Had a very nice evening with friends from out of town. I had never been to this restaurant, the reviews were good so we decided to try it. The food was very good & old school italian cuisine, loved it! We had great service & great food, what more can you ask for. Will definitely go back!
Even though we walked in wearing our work clothes after a day of sanding floors, we were welcomed with open arms & treated like VIPs. Each dish looked like a typical portion size, but halfway through, we realized just how hearty & satisfying it was. The taste? Absolutely jaw-dropping. Every bite was rich, authentic, & worth every penny. By the time we got halfway, we were already full This was my first time at an authentic Italian restaurant, & after tonight, I know I'll be back. Maybe next time, I'll try their pizza The meals we had: - LINGUINE AMALFITANA - SIGNATURE PLATE : Shrimps, scallops, clams, calamari, mussels, white wine, tomato sauce - LASAGNA - RIGATONI PAZZESCO: Italian sausage, eggplant, smoked caciocavallo cheese, tomato sauce
14 nov. 2024
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If you want an authentic Italian restaurant, this is the one. We came up from Downtown & it was definitely worth it. Everything was fantastic, All dishes were perfect; the soups, salads & obviously the pastas. Our waiter's wine recommendation was right on. You can't go wrong with this place.
Another outstanding evening past at Il Pazzesco. The service is so warm & welcoming. Every server & the owner, all are attentive & you really get the feeling that they are very happy you chose their restaurant. & that is just the beginning. Then you eat excellent food, some of the best Italian food I have had. It has a very chic downtown decor. Much easier access than downtown restaurants. Table cloths on the tables & real napkins. Lots of parking. We will return OFTEN.
Sal & his team are the definition of fine dining. The food is authentic Italian & is seasoned to perfection. The wine list is vast with some great options. Best Italian restaurant in Montreal. Would recommend to anyone who's looking for a romantic night at a beautiful restaurant with a great ambiance.
11 oct. 2023
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One of the best Italian family owned restaurants that I know. Ralph & Sal are devoted to their craft for great foods & atmosphere & great wines. 5 Star hands down.
Delicious & fresh Authentic Italian food. Loved the antipasto , proshiutto wasn't too salty, loved the little slices of thin crust pizza they gave as an appetizer, the panini were fresh & very good. Loved the medaglione with ricotta cheese, you could actually taste the ricotta, no mish mash of ingredients that some restaurants serve as "ricotta", but looks & tastes like glue. The meat was tender & tasty & well done just the way I asked for.
Great service also!! I would recommend Il Pazzesco to anyone for any occasion! Congratulations to the chef!
