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Knuckles Cantine & Vins

Modern Italian plates meet an unexpected flair for creative culinary fusion.

Ahuntsic-Cartierville
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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Knuckles Cantine & Vins presents a refined approach to contemporary Italian cuisine by emphasizing bold, creative flavor profiles. The menu showcases artisanal pasta dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients alongside inventive small plates designed for sharing. Each recipe highlights traditional techniques paired with modern culinary experimentation to ensure a distinct gastronomic experience. The dining environment maintains a focus on curated pairings where selected bottles complement the complex profiles of the food. Every component is sourced to emphasize quality, resulting in dishes that balance classic Mediterranean roots with a forward-thinking perspective on technique. Patrons encounter a methodical progression of tastes that challenge conventional expectations of Italian fare while respecting the integrity of the primary ingredients.
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Reviews for Knuckles Cantine & Vins

Food
Service
on Google4.7 (800+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
82%
4★
10%
3★
4%
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Review Summary

Knuckles Cantine & Vins is widely celebrated as an inventive neighborhood gem in Montreal, offering a menu that artfully bridges the gap between elevated comfort food and creative fine dining. Guests frequently praise the lively, cozy atmosphere and the impeccable, enthusiastic service, often highlighting specific favorites like the spinach gnocchi, the Big Wac tartare, and the signature deep fried panzerotti. While the vast majority of visitors rave about the balanced, flavorful dishes and the adventurous wine list, a few patrons have noted that the restaurant can become quite loud when busy, and experiences regarding portion sizes or specific menu policies occasionally vary. Overall, it is regarded as a must-visit destination for those seeking a playful, well-executed, and memorable dining experience in a warm, welcoming setting.
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Très bon mais pour moi trop près les uns des autres

Apr 11, 2024
on Google

Nous avons adoré! Les plats étaient succulents & le service impeccable. Super resto de quartier avec des produits frais & locaux. Des plats & vins abordables

Apr 7, 2024
on Google

Pour vrai WOW!!! Quel délice pour un prix tout à fait abordable ! La qualité, les portions, le service... tout était parfait ! On revient c'est certain

Mar 31, 2024
on Google

This was one of the most incredible restaurants I've ever been to. Wine? Incredible. Food? Incredible. Vibes? Incredible. Everything is so delicious & fresh & yummy. Their signature knuckles calzones were phenomenal. Then we got the kale salad which was the freshest thing I've ever had. We finished it off with carbonara (with pasta made fresh from directly across the street) & Wagyu beef stuffed onions. Just all around incredible & I'll never stop raving about this restaurant. Can't wait to come back to Montreal for this & try other times on the menu.

Mar 31, 2024
on Google

Belle place de quartier. La bouffe est correcte mais je trouve qu'il lui manque un petit truc qui lui permettrait de sortir du lot. Pas beaucoup de choix de vin mais on arrive à y trouver son plaisir.

Mar 29, 2024
on Google

Charmant resto de quartier !

Mar 29, 2024
on Google

Delicious bite's & great beverage selection!

Mar 23, 2024
on Google

Pleurotes au buffalo: frieds oyster mushrooms that had a mildly crispy & chewy texture, the buffalo powder was generous & had a pretty intense & salty flavor. The bluecheese dip was not stinky at all & was almost able to balance out the buffalo. Tartaréclaire: the eclair itself was soft, not chewy or soggy from the toppings. the raw fish used was very tender & not stinky at all, it was delicious. Each element of the dish enhanced the unit as a whole. The caviar provided a smokey & salty touch, the thin croutons added crispy texture & the creamh goat cheese & dill was just perfect. Loved it. Knuckles: basically a fancy pizza pocket that had a very nice dough to filling ratio. The dough itself was essentially soft but had a mild crunch on the outside since it was fried. One thing that I would have preferred is to have pepperoni in the filling. To me, it was the missing element that could've made the dish more special. Carbonara: straight forward, ordinary dish, but they used peccorino instead of pancetta or bacon. I'd say it was almost perfect, but personally I prefer my pasta more cooked than al dente. Porchetta: slices of raw pork that were not stinky served with marinated ingredients & a salty green mayo. It was very good & honestly taste excactlt like a all dressed vietnamese banh mi, but without bread. Kale salad: this salad was a good surprise. Although it may seem simple, the blend of textures (crunchy but soft kale, crunchy potato shavings) with a simple but good dressing made it super good. It may look underwhelming but do not underestimate it. We were lucky enough to get a table for 2 last-minute by just showing up at the restaurant but I highly recommend to come here & try their small menu, of course after making a reservation. It's pretty pricey (170$/2 people/6 dishes) but I don't really have anything bad to say about the food.

Mar 21, 2024
on Google
5.0

Les plats étaient excellents, bien cuisinés, bien présentés. Coup de coeur pour le tartaréclair!!! Les cocktails étaient un peu dispendieux pour la quantité de liquide, mais très bon. On y retournera certainement!

Mar 16, 2024
on Google

Super soirée! Super service! Super bouffe! Longue vie à votre resto!

Mar 7, 2024
on Google