La Spada, a love letter to Roman cuisine, offers a warm and vibrant dining experience. Located in the heart of Notre Dame Ouest, La Spada features classic Roman dishes made with the finest ingredients. Enjoy classic traditional recipes that celebrate the rich flavours of Rome in a lively atmosphere.
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La Spada is described as a stylish, warm Italian spot that feels like a little piece of Rome in Montreal, with a cozy yet upscale atmosphere, a welcoming bar area, and a menu built for sharing that shines with house made bread and focaccia, burrata and arancini, and a strong selection of pastas made in house alongside standout mains like duck ragù over pappardelle and fresh seafood; the wine list and cocktails are frequently praised, and several reviews note the service as attentive and friendly, though a few visits cite slower pacing, miscommunications, or dishes that were overly salty or overpriced, along with occasional reservation mishaps; still, La Spada is viewed as a top Italian dining destination in the city, beloved for vibrant flavors, thoughtful preparation, and a lively yet welcoming vibe, with many guests planning returns to explore more of the menu and celebrate occasions.
Great atmosphere, decent service, mediocre food. The appetizers where okay, the branzino was nice, the lamb was wonderful but the pasta was terrible. Out of 4 pasta dishes tried, 1 was okay. The tortellini was the worst. Tuna tartare was not good, the tagliatelle was really really not good, dry papery shredded pork. Oh & the desserts, you could of knocked out someone with the cheesecake it was so dense & hard, & a grainy tiramisu followed…. Maybe they should outsource their desserts if no one knows how to make them in the kitchen…. Service was okay, but we had to serve ourselves wine a few times, asked for water a few times, at some point they were bringing food but half the table had no plates & no one had utensils….at the end of the night the waiter pushed back on us buying another bottle of wine because he said there was only a half hour left before closure, I've never ever known of a restaurant not wanting to make a wine sale (to be noted it was a sat night, the resto was still half full, & we were 8ppl so that's a glass each)! Overall it was okay but I won't be going back.
What an incredible experience with my father last night at Spada from start to finish! Immaculate atmosphere topped with fantastic service. Scott was a wonderful host, Lio & Hamza took amazing care of us! The kitchen creates magic as all the dishes we had were severely addictive & delicious. The focaccia is to die for, & the pasta dishes we had were perfectly executed. Big shout out to Chef D as well! Merci bcp & see you soon ! ❤️
What an incredible night at La Spada, once again ! The food is delicious & the waiters there gave us an amazing experience on both nights we had dinner. A big thank you to Hocine & we loved our sweet waiter Luana who gave such great advices & recommended those delicious lobster pastas. We'll come back for sure
The pistachio cheesecake was the best dessert I've EVER put in my mouth. It was absolutely mouth watering. I still think about it to this day. But when I returned to laspada I had the unfortunate news to find out it was discontinued. All the desserts are amazing. I just really miss the cheesecake.
I am very impressed with the dessert. It was absolutely excellent!!!! I would definitely go back just for the Ferraro rocher dessert, so creative. Just wow to the women who made them.
Although we waited quite a while to dine here, it was well worth it. We shared one order of vitello tonnato & one of osso bucco; both were delicious & ample. We each had a dessert-also yummy. Service was excellent, & it was fun to chat with chef Steve. La Spada is first rate.
Jan 21, 2025
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Le restaurant La Spada m'a aidé à un organiser un super surprise à mon copain. Ils ont été super collaboratifs, accueillants & compréhensifs face aux complexités de la situation. L'expérience offerte par du staff & de l'environnement est selon moi tout aussi important que la qualité du menu, ce pourquoi La Spada excelle à tous les niveaux. J'y retournerai sans hésitation.
Amazing food & ambience, went for dinner on a Tuesday night, the place was rocking ! The staff, service & the owners were all exceptional, thank you to my cousin Steve Marcone fir the reservation, definitely going back
My new favourite restaurant in st.henri. The atmosphere is incredible, such a cozy & eclectic vibe. The service was incredible, timing for food & cocktails were paced out well! My lobster pasta was the star of the show, this dish was generously packed with lobster & left the seafood lover in me very happy. I cannot wait to get back!
Ridiculously noisy. Food was meh! Nothing was special, in fact, everything was just passable. Had to send back frito mists. 2 nd batch was ok. Octopus sat on boring cold chick peas. My husbands coronary was just edible. So disappointed! Won't be going back.
Jan 7, 2025
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La Spada is a breath of fresh air in terms of Italian dining in Montreal. Great food, friendly service & a chill vibe that keeps people coming back. Went with a group of nine people right after Christmas & we all had a great experience! Highly recommend the tortellini en brodo, the polpo alla griglia, the carbonara & the filet mignon. For cocktails, try the negroni sour & the pepperoncini-tini. Thanks La Spada, will definitely be back soon!
La Spada delivers an upscale Italian dining experience with exceptional attention to detail. The atmosphere is warm & elegant, enhanced by vintage chandeliers & tasteful decor. The open kitchen adds vibrancy to the space, & the cozy yet refined setup makes it perfect for special occasions. Despite being packed on New Year's Eve, the staff remained attentive, friendly, & highly professional. Service was fairly fast, & the evening flowed seamlessly. The dishes were beautifully presented & lived up to expectations. While the food was excellent, the price point is undeniably steep. With a $250 bill for two (without alcohol), a standard pasta starts at $40, & the lobster spaghetti was $70. The quality is there, but it might not justify the cost for everyone. La Spada excels in ambiance, service, & food quality. It's a fantastic choice for a luxurious night out, but be prepared for premium pricing. If you're looking to splurge on an unforgettable Italian meal, this is the place.
Had a really bad experience - very uncomfortable seat over the radiator & staff unable/reluctant to reseat us until way past the middle of the meal… food was sub-par at best & service elusive (to avoid my complaints, no doubt), although in fairness the wine was excellent & the sommelier much nicer. The owner made it clear we were not welcome back after I selected the no tip option (why have it if you don't mean it?), but it won't be difficult to oblige…
We had an unforgettable time here, likely one of the best dining experiences we've ever had! The staff truly made the experience special. Our waiter was friendly, & attentive. I highly recommend coming here. With its inviting atmosphere, exceptional service, & delicious food, it's an experience you won't want to miss!
Everything was on point, the food was delicious & the place was really nicely decorated. The playlist was also really well organized & fitted so well with the atmosphere. The sad point is we only had a 2 hour period for our reservation, but that's a normal thing in such restaurants. We would have stayed & drank a little longer to fully enjoy the delicious cocktails, wines & what about the coffee ! (Marzocco spotted!) I'll hit that spot again for sure. 10/10
