Since 1983, Restaurant La Molisana is the place to be to savour the delectable tastes of Italy. La Molisana is renowned for its fine Italian cuisine. Home-made pastas, veal, seafood and authentic pizza baked in our splendid wood oven. We bring to you, every night, a typical Italian festa that you will never forget.
La Molisana feels like a warm, traditional Italian trattoria with a cozy, intimate space. Pizzas come out with a crisp crust and bold flavors, and homemade pastas are praised for their texture and freshness. The menu spans wood oven pizzas, veal mains, and seafood, with generous portions that feel homestyle rather than trendy. Service is attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere is ideal for a date, a family dinner, or a celebration. Dishes such as insalata caprese, cannelloni, linguine alle vongole, cavatelli with rapini, and tiramisu are frequently mentioned as standouts, underscoring authentic sauces and comforting Italian flavors. Overall, the experience is described as comforting, satisfying, and good value, inviting a return visit to this classic eatery.
Did a take-out because we wanted to eat at home but when entering the place, I can sincerely say that it is very cozy, pristine & intimate, definitely will dine-in next time.
The pizzas are tasty, thin crusts & flavorful (had La Molisana & Speciale), seasoning is spot on. Had also insalata caprese & italiana, the italiana surprised me with some bits of papaya which had never tasted it in this way, worked pretty well with their home dressing, good work 👌
Finally, a cannelloni della nonna, filled with their homemade veal filling which tasted great & light, it does feel homey.
All in all, I recommend trying this place if you're looking for an authentic trattoria, you won't be disappointed. 5/5
Great experience. The pizza was one of the best in town & DEFINITELY not over priced! Nice to see a business still standing after so many years! Keep up the great work!
Feb 8, 2026
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If you want real old-school Italian comfort food (the kind that feels homemade, generous, & made with care), La Molisana delivers. This is not a trendy'small plates' place. It's a classic, warm, sit-down Italian restaurant with a welcoming, family-style vibe where you can actually relax & enjoy your meal.
Food quality & portions
Everything leans traditional & satisfying. Their homemade pasta is a highlight & tastes fresh, not factory-made. The sauces are rich & well-balanced (tomato-based, creamy, & rosé/vodka-style options), & the portions are generous without feeling sloppy. The menu also has plenty beyond pasta: veal dishes, seafood, & hearty mains that feel like true Italian staples rather than'fusion.'
Wood-oven pizza
Their pizza is another strong point. You can taste that it's cooked properly (good crust, not soggy), & it has that authentic, straightforward Italian style. If you're going with a group, ordering a pizza for the table along with pasta is a great way to do it.
What to order (safe picks)
• Homemade pasta dishes (great texture & flavor)
• Classic pasta favorites like carbonara, bolognese, & rosé/vodka-style pastas
• Seafood pasta if you like clams/white wine/garlic style flavors
• Veal main dishes if you want something heavier & more traditional
• Finish with a classic dessert like tiramisu if it's available
Service & atmosphere
Service feels genuinely attentive & professional, in a'regulars' kind of way. The atmosphere is classic & comfortable, ideal for a date, family dinner, or a celebration. It has that old-fashioned charm that's getting harder to find.
Value
For what you get (portion size, quality, & full sit-down experience), it's good value compared to many places that charge more & give you less. This is the type of restaurant you leave feeling satisfied.
Bottom line
A dependable, old-fashioned Italian restaurant in Montreal with excellent homemade pasta, strong wood-oven pizza, & a classic dine-in experience. If you want comforting Italian food done right, this is an easy recommendation.
Comme à chaques fois, ambiance festive, nourriture exquise, personnels courtois & plaisant. 4 adultes & une enfant de 11 ans a qui ils ont laissés le plaisir de faire sa propre pizza. Expérience mémorable merci à tous le staff!
Malheureusement la nourriture n'est vraiment pas de calibre d'un véritable resto italien. Les pâtes etaient pas fraîches & ma pizza etait recouverte de prosciutto epais & tiède avec une forte odeur de viande crue... Le staff etaient tres sympathique malgré qu'il ont servie le pain en meme que nos repas. Le resto à un look extérieur très italien, mais quand tu rentres dedans c'est tout blanc tel un décor de mariage. De plus, il jouent meme pas de musique italienne? Tres déçu pour le prix. 83$ plus taxe pour deux repas & deux coupes de vin. Bref, il a de la place à amélioration.
Woww had a birthday party on saturday Aug. 31, 2024 & had the cod fish, it was by far the best cod I ever in my 50 yrs life eaten. La Molisana your chef is amazing. The food was so delicous, the pizza all the food to die for. Your chef is a keeper. P.S. I am still dreaming about the cod YUMMMMYYYY !
We ordered it . It was very good . We had the shrimps pizza, the vegetables pizza,& another one with meat . Tortellini Gigi & the linguine vongole.My only thing is I wish there was more sauce in the pasta vongole for the amount of pasta . I will definitely order again .
Food was delicious. 45 dollars for a pizza is crazy ( also the cheapest option). Service was mid. The live karaoke was fun for a while but gave a headache near the end of the night.
La nourriture était ordinaire, aucun goût particulier & très dispendieuse pour le type d'aliment que nous avons pris. Une facture de $167 (avant taxe & pourboire) pour 2 personnes (1 plat de pâtes, 1 pizza, 2 verres de vin & une bière) disons que c'est vraiment dispendieux. Pour ce prix, nous nous attendions à ''une expérience'' qui n'est jamais arrivée. Mis à part l'ambiance qui était le fun, le reste était bien ordinaire.
We went last night & it was very crowded. They have a singer, super loud, you need to yell or wait until the music softened to make conversation. The waiter (man with French accent) took forever to serve us & when we finally got our food he never took the time to check on us! We had to flag him down a few times to ask for water, cheese, or hot sauce. At one point my friend just took the water jug from the counter & we served ourselves. 45$ +12$ for a 10" pizza, small plate of calamari a very small piece of tiramisu & a coffee. I was left disappointed.
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Nice ambiance. Great for a family dinner with good food, friendly wait staff & live music. Pizzaiolo Michael is great, Sebastian gives top notch service as usual.
A few months ago I had dinner here with some acquaintances. We tried some classic appetizers (including calamari), pasta, veal & pizza. Michele, Giovanna, & Teresa will take good care of you. Traditional Italian delights with a smile & a song! I will eventually go back. Despite the very poor company I was with (pretentious, uncaring) the restaurant stands on its own to ensure your experience is favorable.
Classic Italian fare served with a smile & a lounge singer on Friday's & Saturday's. Family owned for decades. Mom, Dad, & daughter are on site. It won't be the best meal you ever had however very far from the most inferior. I'm not trying to critique too harshly. Veal, pasta, pizza, & various antipasti done well. Teresa's service & disposition (owner's daughter) made the night most memorable. She's a sweetheart.
Good but over priced. Ambience is nice but too loud. Which is great, means business is good when it's a full house. Live singer is actually pretty good. The only thing we found completely unprofessional was the yelling & screaming fight between the pizza man & waitress. My Nephew had a good laugh. But hey $&!? Happens.
Sep 10, 2023
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Nothing says Italian like La Molisana's. The moment you walk in & see that stone pizza oven, you know the food is going to be great. We were not disappointed.
Recently there for a big family event & we were very well taken care of. From the pasta, to the salad & main course; the taste of homemade Italian food was there.
& the service... Impeccable! We were treated like family & old friends. I have never received such amazing service at a restaurant before. Your needs are met instantly & with a smile.
Speaking about amazing service, Teresa is a superstar! Charming, funny & a smile you cannot beat. Truly the best service I've ever received.
I highly recommend La Molisana's. Thank you to Teresa & the rest of the wonder people at La Molisana's for making our family event that much more special. 5 stars all the way!
7 stars. The food, the service, the ambiance is exceptional. You fee like family. Pizza's are delicious. Pasta's are super delicious. Portions are very generous.
The music & the singer, my goodness, they took us to another world.
Highly recommend La Molisana
