La Scacciata attracts broad praise for authentic Sicilian sandwiches built on house made focaccia that’s crispy on the outside and soft inside, with crowd favorites like Milanese, porchetta, Parma and Agrigento and ingredients shipped from Italy that elevate the fillings; the bread and arancini are often highlighted as standout, and real gelato imported from Italy is noted by some as a nice bonus. The atmosphere is described as warm, cozy, and welcoming, with friendly staff and a family vibe, plus an outdoor terrace that’s great in summer. Service can be slow or uneven at times according to a few reviews, but many describe attentive and caring service that makes guests feel at home. Coffee and drinks are generally good, though one comment mentions espresso being a touch acidic, while pizza is seen as solid but not always exceptional and sometimes pricey for the portion. Overall, La Scacciata is viewed as a must try for those seeking fresh, flavorful Italian sandwiches and homemade bread, a neighborhood favorite for casual lunches or meals with friends, with many returning for the variety of sandwiches, arancini, pasta and desserts.
Went in for coffee & was pleasantly surprised by the offering of foods & drinks. The owner is so warm & welcoming. He went out of his way for us. We will definitely be going back
Feb 14, 2026
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Five-star experience! 🍝 Huge shoutout to the owner for being so accommodating with my dietary restrictions. It's rare to find such high-quality GF & LF options paired with such warm, welcoming service. A must-visit!! Also, if your looking for real gelato imported from Italy, this is the place to go.
Found this place online & decided to try it out. WOW did we make a good choice. The food is so fresh & so delicious. MUST TRY. They also let me know they have a terrace where I can enjoy my sandwich with my pup in the summer. We tried the Milanese, Bologna & Agrigento. All so yummy. Thanks! We will be back
Such a tasty shop! Pizza & sandwiches taste so fresh & clean. Ingredients shipped from Italy. Everything about this store is so warm & authentic. Definitely a must try!
Feb 4, 2026
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The food's absolutely excellent & filling, the atmosphere's calm & chill & the waitresses are always polite with me. There's a reason I always wind up here after mass Sundays!
La Scacciata on Notre-Dame is a gem! Their espressos & drinks are top-tier, & the Italian food is always fresh & authentic. The staff is incredible, treating every guest like family. Plus, their outdoor terrace is the perfect spot to relax in the summer. A must-visit for great vibes & food!
The staff was so sweet & helped us pick amazing options! We had delicious iced coffee that they recommended, we were so pleased with it :) They even had vegetarian options for which is a huge plus!!!
It was my first time here & I got so disappointed because the food & the selection is amazing but the service it's horrible, the 3 girls on the counter on Saturday were so rude & one of the girls just slammed the food on the counter like I wasn't paying for my food or I was begging for something
We order 3 times & the 3 were very rude, even my friend was shocked about their attitude
Seriously the sweetest staff! Was walking around Montréal with a friend back in May, & an older gentleman who I assume was the owner asked us to come inside. It was amusing, so we did. We ordered Aperol Spritz, & he gave us free lemon pastries!! Upon finding out it was my birthday, I was given free tiramisu! He talked to us the whole time & was incredibly funny & kind. He made us promise to come back next time we are in Montréal, which I of course will!! Very fun!
