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.
My husband & I went to La Spada a couple of years ago when it first opened & liked it a lot, but hadnt been back since until this past weekend. It was such a great experience to revisit the restaurant- their food is even better than I remembered. We especially liked the pannacotta with olive oil & honeycomb (sooo good - sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy) & the octopus salad with potatoes (warm, a little smoky, octopus was perfectly cooked!). Their foccacia is also delicious & spongy. We thought that the crudo was a bit underseasoned, & personally I found the pasta to be a bit too fishy. But overall the food was great.
The drinks were also really good: we ordered two spritzes at the start of the meal (I had the Spada spritz & my husband had the more herbaceous one) & we ended the dinner with two amaros, selected by the bartender, which we both enjoyed.
Another good Italian restaurant. We were a group of 8. We all enjoyed the appetizers as well as the main course. The only recommendation wld be good if they cld add one or more pasta to the menu ..
They were nice offering a nice dessert with a candle to our graduates …
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.
Jun 2, 2026
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J'aurais aimé donner 5 étoiles, d'autant plus que ça faisait longtemps que je voulais essayer cet endroit. Malheureusement, j'ai été déçu à plusieurs niveaux.
Je vais quand même commencer par les points positifs. Le service était excellent, notre serveur était attentionné, professionnel & vraiment sympathique. Les pâtes valent également le détour; c'était honnêtement délicieux & clairement le point fort du repas. Le décor est aussi très agréable, avec une ambiance visuellement magnifique.
Maintenant, pour les points négatifs. Je comprends le type d'ambiance recherché, mais nous sommes allés souper à 18 h 30 & nous avions l'impression d'être dans un supper club en pleine soirée. La musique était tellement forte qu'il était difficile d'avoir une conversation normale à table.
Même si les pâtes étaient excellentes, je ne peux malheureusement pas en dire autant des polpettes, qui manquaient de saveur & d'assaisonnement. Quant à la focaccia, elle ressemblait davantage à un pain de mie qu'à une véritable focaccia, ce qui a été décevant.
J'ai aussi trouvé l'addition assez salée pour l'expérience globale offerte. Mais la cerise sur le sundae, c'est le coût du valet. Sérieusement, 25 $ à Saint-Henri? On n'est pas dans le Vieux-Montréal, ni au centre-ville. Si j'avais su, j'aurais pris quelques minutes de plus pour faire le tour du quartier & trouver une place de stationnement moi-même.
Au final, il y a de très belles qualités, notamment le service, les pâtes & le décor, mais plusieurs irritants ont malheureusement empêché l'expérience d'être à la hauteur de mes attentes.
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.
Wonderful evening spent at La Spada, servers were attentive & owner kind & generous. The food was delicious, from the soft focaccia to the fresh pasta. Our highlight was definitely the panacotta, which was out of this world 🤍
The place is very nice & was recommended to me by a friend. I tried their duck pasta, & it was incredibly tasty🤤 The only small concern was the service -maybe because it was a busy Saturday night, there was a confusion with our orders. I'd probably recommend taking a little more time with each guest & their order to avoid this kind of confusion. But overall, the place is great, the food is delicious, & the atmosphere & interior design are really nice!
Best restaurant ive been in a long time , food is amazing , service is professional but friendly . I love it ! Iwill comeback with my friends forsure!! Wow
