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La Marinara

Downtown
4.7$$
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La Marinara Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
ItalianBistro
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About

La Marinara offers a focused menu centered on traditional Italian bistro staples prepared with consistent technical precision. Diners encounter a selection of handmade pasta dishes tossed in rich, herb-infused tomato sauces alongside artisanal pizzas featuring thin, blistered crusts baked in high-temperature ovens. The environment prioritizes an understated aesthetic where polished tables and efficient service facilitate a straightforward culinary experience. Menu items emphasize the integrity of imported ingredients, showcasing cured meats, creamy mozzarella, and seasonal vegetables sourced for their vibrant flavor profiles. The kitchen maintains strict adherence to Mediterranean cooking techniques, ensuring every plate delivers authentic textures and balanced seasoning. Each course reflects a commitment to functional simplicity, favoring robust, satisfying compositions that prioritize the foundational elements of regional Italian cooking over complex or experimental culinary presentations.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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Reviews for La Marinara

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on Google4.2 (300+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

La Marinara is widely celebrated for its delicious homemade pasta dishes and friendly, welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel at home. Visitors often highlight the professional service and authentic Italian specialties, frequently recommending the restaurant for lunch or pre-game meals near the arena. While many patrons consider the food excellent and among the best in the city, experiences can occasionally be inconsistent regarding dish preparation and portion sizes, with some noting that certain recipes like the carbonara or fish may not always meet high expectations.
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OMG!!!! I haven't eaten so much in years!! The veal milanese, spaghetti & vegetables were all amazing & so tasty. My Husband's gluten free spaghetti olio was also very good. We were so happy with our dinner & would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone. Well worth it.

Jun 15, 2026
on Google

Excellente cuisine.
Rapport qualité prix pourrait être meilleur.
Je recommande pour le lunch

Mar 13, 2026
on Google

Restaurant de pâte préférer!! 🤩 les pâtes Alfredo sont un délice . Bon service également , je recommande de réserver car il sont situé près du centre Bell. C'est certain que je vais revenir!!

Mar 3, 2026
on Google

Excellent restaurant. Tout est bien exécuté. Je recommande fortement

Nov 7, 2025
on Google

My experience at La Marinara was fantastic! 10/10 would recommend!

Mar 28, 2025
on Google

Le service est toujours exceptionnel, notre serveur est toujours très amical & souriant. J'ai adoré mes fettucinis papalina & mon copain son veau! Je recommande cet endroit, surtout si vous êtes dans le centre-ville.

Mar 28, 2025
on Google

Excellent service, bonnes bouffes & agréable ambiance.
Hâte d'y retourner.
Je le recommande.

Mar 28, 2025
on Google

Je vais chez La Marinara depuis plusieurs années, & c'est toujours un pur délice. Chaque visite est une valeur sûre : les plats sont savoureux, réconfortants & pleins de caractère. On sent l'amour de la cuisine italienne dans chaque bouchée. L'ambiance est chaleureuse, intime, & le service est attentionné sans être trop formel. & que dire du tiramisu… un dessert décadent, parfaitement équilibré, qui termine le repas en beauté. C'est le genre de restaurant où on revient encore & encore, parce qu'on sait qu'on y mangera toujours bien. Une adresse coup de coeur que je recommande chaudement !

Mar 27, 2025
on Google

Quaint little Italian restaurant. Service was prompt & attentive & very friendly. The food was authentic Italian & very good. Dinner for 2 with apps, a bottle of wine, entrees & dessert was $258 pre tip. So not expensive but not killer either. Highly recommended.

Mar 22, 2025
on Google

My husband & I came here on a Thursday night, as it's just up the street from our hotel. The atmosphere is laid back & chill. Jazz music is just at the right volume, which was very good, as we could still have a conversation. Food was nothing short of exceptional! Here's what we ordered: Apps: Escargot Shrimp in lemon & garlic sauce Mains: Fettuccine Alfredo Beef lasagna Dessert: Tiramisu Everything tasted really delicious! The escargot had the right texture. The shrimp in lemon & garlic sauce came with bread. We used the bread to eat the sauce. 😋 The fettuccine alfredo was very creamy & did not need any protein/meat. The lasagna had the perfect combo of acidic & sweet taste. Portions were perfect too - not too much & not too little. We capped off the night with a slice of their tiramisu. It was super creamy, no artificial flavour. I'd go back there just for the tiramisu! Overall, it was a positive experience & the owner made sure to go to each table to have a chat with the patrons. You definitely get your money's worth. Definitely highly recommended & expect us to drop Oby the next time we're in Montreal.

Aug 20, 2024
on Google