La Spada presents a masterful Italian culinary experience, focusing on authentic pasta dishes and expertly grilled specialties. Patrons can anticipate a selection of house-made pastas, prepared with traditional techniques and the finest ingredients, served with rich, flavorful sauces. The grill section offers prime cuts of meat and fresh seafood, seared to perfection and accompanied by complementary sides. The atmosphere is designed to be inviting, providing a sophisticated yet comfortable setting for enjoying classic Italian fare. Each dish is crafted to deliver a genuine taste of Italy, making La Spada a destination for those seeking quality and authentic flavors.
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La Spada is widely celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, stylish decor, and authentic Italian cuisine that keeps guests coming back. Many diners praise the exceptional service, highlighting the professionalism and warmth of the staff, while the handmade pasta, fresh appetizers, and decadent desserts like the panna cotta and tiramisu consistently receive high marks. While the majority of guests have glowing experiences, some feedback notes inconsistencies such as over-salted dishes, pacing issues during busy periods, or occasional lapses in service. Despite mixed reviews regarding pricing and volume levels, the restaurant remains a popular destination for birthdays, dates, and social gatherings in Montreal, often noted for its welcoming energy and high-quality culinary offerings.
The espresso martinis & tiramisu were the only outstanding bites/sips of the night unfortunately… The restaurant is beautiful & they have a nice selection of wine but we were quite underwhelmed by the plates even though they came with a beautiful presentation. Nothing really stood out & for the price… we've had a lot better. We had to send back the pasta as the dish itself was hot & the pasta very cold, hard & not saucy. The service was very slow & sometimes a little rude.
La Spada is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, the service is warm, attentive, & genuinely welcoming without feeling overdone. The food was excellent across the board.
The carpaccio was beautifully prepared, the Caesar salad was one of the better ones I've had in Montreal, & every pasta dish at the table was outstanding. The wine list is also very well curated.
Tonight's meal at La Spada was a 100/10 experience! We attended the Snowdon Deli x La Spada collab dinner, & weren't disappointed. Between the delicious food, the delectable pickle martini, the perfect wine pairings, the beautiful decor, the kind staff (thanks for not judging us for accidentally breaking a glass!), & the impeccable service, I know we'll be back again soon 🤤
I have been eating here for quite a while, since the opening & haven't been disappointed. Love the fact that everything can be shared family style. Free pouring of wine at the table, cold refreshing cocktails. The owner Scott pops into tables to see how everyone is doing. The music isn't too loud & the servers are smiling. Love starting off with some house made bread, moving to a Caesar salad, & then a couple of mains. I've done the specials before & they are indeed special. Hot & full of flavour. Love the valet parking on the weekend. Thanks for bringing some life & love to Notre Dame! Always love going back.
La Spada offers a truly enjoyable dining experience We started with the burrata & the eggplant parmigiana both were full of flavor, & well balanced. The pasta with duck was rich & perfectly cooked, pairing wonderfully with our wine selection. We also enjoyed two martinis, which were expertly made & complemented the meal nicely.
What really elevated the experience was the service. Our waiter was extremely friendly, attentive, & genuinely welcoming, which made the evening even more pleasant. The atmosphere is cozy & inviting, with a great energy throughout the restaurant. You can feel that the whole team enjoys what they do.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for excellent Italian food, warm hospitality, & a relaxed yet refined ambiance in Montreal.
We were supposed to go to another restaurant for our anniversary, but decided to pop in as this restaurant is closer to our place & the hostess was kind enough to accommodate our unexpected arrival. Right when you walk in, you notice the ambiance is spot on - never been to Rome specifically but everything felt right from decor to the menu. Mood was also amplified by the amazing Dean Martin classics they were playing.
Food was delicious, la Spada is a homey eatery that serves simple Roman classics, executed very well. The vitello saltimbocca was the highlight, reading some reviews saying its salty - not sure what they expected with a dish wrapped in prosciutto. The salt was nicely balanced with a squeeze of lemon & the buttery wine sauce they served it with, I cleaned the bone despite being full. Pasta was perfectly cooked & portions were generous. I thought the price of the pasta was high at first glance but the portion you get is certainly worth it.
We had the pleasure of being served by Liam who was attentive but for the most part let us enjoy our dinner (the way it should be). Someone, who I believe was the owner, came over to check in on us - its clear that these people care about their clients & the food they serve. The lower reviews I read seemed unjustified from my experience; disgruntled individuals who complain no matter what, or come with lots of entitlement & very little understanding.
Really nice food & great selection of Italian wine, service is great !
It is a little noisy but part of the vibrant atmosphere
Top of my spotlist in Montreal I recommend
From the moment we walked in, we loved this place. The atmosphere feels very warm & welcoming.
We had the pleasure of being served by Luca, the manager of the restaurant. He is very knowledgeable about the various dishes they serve & he guided us on what to order based on our wine choice. The food was incredible, everything we ate was flavourful & well portioned. Highly recommend.
