La Spada, véritable hommage à la cuisine romaine, offre une expérience culinaire chaleureuse et animée. Situé dans la coeur de Notre-Dame Ouest, le restaurant propose des plats romains classiques préparés avec les meilleurs ingrédients. Savourez des recettes traditionnelles qui célèbrent les riches saveurs de Rome dans une ambiance conviviale.
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Les avis décrivent La Spada comme un endroit italien chaleureux et élégant, avec un service attentif et compétent et une ambiance animée mais accueillante, où la cuisine est saluée pour sa fraîcheur et ses pâtes faites maison, avec des plats phares comme le ragù de canard, les fruits de mer et d'autres classiques romains, les portions étant généreuses pour le partage; les desserts comme le tiramisu reçoivent de fortes éloges et beaucoup estiment l'expérience idéale pour les occasions spéciales ou une soirée entre amis. Certaines expériences mentionnent cependant un rythme de service parfois lent, des écarts de timing ou d'assaisonnements, et des prix jugés élevés pour le niveau proposé; malgré cela, l'ensemble des avis place La Spada parmi les meilleures adresses italiennes de Montréal et incite à revenir pour découvrir d'autres plats du menu.
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.
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.
1 juin 2026
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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!
What a vibe! Just left La Spada & had to share. The place was full, great music, buzzing atmosphere. The service was super professional yet unassuming. & the food…. Wow!
Pictures don't do it justice. The pasta is absolute perfection, excellent variety of sides, & the branzino was impeccable. Not to mention - they make an incredible tiramisu in house.
Bravo!
This spot serves authentic Italian vibes from the food to the ambiance. Everything we had was excellent but the duck ragu pasta was the highlight. The Cacio e Pepe brussels sprouts were also a hit!
9 avr. 2026
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Man, I've been looking forward to finally checking out La Spada for a year now. I don't get out to eat nearly as often as I'd like these days, so when we walked in, it hit different right away. Coatcheck, tablecloths, proper dim lighting that actually feels cozy instead of stuffy, attentive service without being over-the-top-hospitality done right. The decor's fun & playful in this relaxed, homey way that's elegant but totally unpretentious. & the playlist? Classic hits with a modern spin-think Boney M flowing into funky'Stayin' Alive' covers. It kept the vibe light & enjoyable the whole night.
We started with the green salad, & honestly, it blew me away. So light & fluffy, way beyond what I expected from a simple salad. They really nailed it. Then the fritto misto-crispy as hell from the first bite to the last, perfectly seasoned. No weak links there.
The homemade charcuterie & focaccia was an absolute highlight for me: the cotechino sausage & coppa (two ways) were spot-on, rich & flavorful without being heavy. We also got the side of mushrooms in garlic cream sauce, which was killer-super creamy & garlicky. Only thing I wished for was some extra focaccia or bread to mop up every last drop of that sauce. Next time, I'm definitely asking.
For mains, it's all about that comforting Italian soul: we went with the braised duck ragù over pappardelle & the pork shoulder with polenta & gremolata. Knowing all the pastas are made in-house just makes it better. The flavors were so balanced-everything married perfectly, no dish felt one-note. Portions are seriously generous too, which makes sharing easy & fun.
Desserts sealed the deal. They've got a pastry chef on site (which is rarer than it should be), & nothing fell short. The tiramisu was huge & classic, there was this playful take on Ferrero Rocher that was indulgent & playful in the best way, & then the cherry mascarpone cake-man, that one was my personal favorite. It left such a good, memorable finish to the whole evening.
The experience was genuinely wonderful from start to finish. A huge thank you to Scott for creating such a special spot, to the chef & the pastry team for the incredible food, & to the entire service staff for making the night feel so welcoming & effortless. If you're in Montréal & craving real, thoughtful Italian without the pretension, La Spada delivers. We left happy, full, & already talking about when we're going back. Highly recommend.
Splendid experience as usual, super attentive servers & outstanding pasta & drinks. We were disappointed that the exquisite squash ravioli was no longer on the winter menu but the vodka rosé rigatoni made up for it. The dessert of the moment was also incredible; like a soft shell chewy pistachio volcano with a cake-stuffed meringue centre. We will be back very soon xo
Beautiful restaurant with attentive service. The food is delicious, from flavorful pastas to perfectly cooked chicken Parmesan. The Brussels sprouts are a must-try & the cocktails, especially the margaritas, are excellent. A wonderful spot for a fun & memorable night out.
25 janv. 2026
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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.
The service was good & the staff were friendly, but unfortunately the food was very disappointing!
The focaccia was cold & tough rather than soft. The meatballs weren't anything special; they lacked spices, leaving only the taste of plain meat & tomato sauce. The calamari was far too oily, & the mushroom balls were tasteless (especially if you try them without the truffle cream). Lastly, the mozzarella pesto pasta (the pasta of the day) was very chewy, despite being told it was fresh
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La Spada is an absolute gem.
We had the most incredible experience from start to finish, thanks especially to Chanelle - truly one of the best bartenders & servers we've ever had. Her energy, attention, & creativity made the night unforgettable. The drinks she crafted were mind?blowing.
& the food… wow. The homemade pappardelle was on another level - rich, fresh, & easily one of the best pasta dishes I've had anywhere. Every bite felt like a little trip to Italy.
If you're looking for amazing Italian food, exceptional service, & a warm, welcoming atmosphere, La Spada is a must. We can't wait to go back.
Shortly after posting my initial feedback, Scott, the owner, reached out directly. He was genuinely concerned about the experience we had. It is rare to see that level of care. He invited us back for a meal so we could experience La Spada as it was intended.
We returned on November 13, & this visit was a completely different story.
The service was exceptional. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, & took the time to walk us through the specials & the origins of the dishes.
We ordered the Foccacia, Polpette, Casarecce alla Funghi, & the Agnolotti di Zucca e Ricotta.
The meal was outstanding. La Spada truly is the hidden gem people talk about.
The Funghi pasta was one of the best I have ever had. The balance between the sauce & the pasta was perfect. You could taste the depth of the mushrooms in every bite. Many restaurants serve Funghi pasta, but often the flavor disappears into the cream or the seasoning. Here, the mushroom remains the hero of the dish from start to finish.
The Agnolotti was another standout. Creamy, rich, & perfectly al dente. The subtle crunch of hazelnut added a layer of texture & flavor that tied the dish together beautifully.
The Polpette was the star of the night. Juicy, tender, & served in a generous amount of sauce. Simple ingredients, elevated execution. It was incredible.
The Foccacia was very good, although overshadowed slightly by how exceptional the other dishes were.
Thank you to Scott for inviting us back & showing us what La Spada represents. An elevated Italian culinary experience tucked away in Saint Henri.
We will definitely be returning to try more of the pasta lineup.
Visited on Wednesday, October 29. I had high expectations after hearing incredible things & seeing glowing reviews online.
The evening started strong. The hostess was warm & welcoming, & we were seated quickly. The space itself is breathtaking. Elegant, sophisticated, & thoughtfully designed, La Spada feels like a hidden gem the moment you walk in.
Unfortunately, the service & food did not live up to the setting.
We ordered the Pappardelle Ragù d'Anatra, Carbonara Special, & the Arancini Specials. Our friends chose the Caesar Salad & Radiatori alla Vodka.
The servers were kind, but the execution needs refinement. One of our appetizers was missed, & when it finally arrived, the plate was dropped onto the table, splattering cheese onto my pants. They apologized & cleaned up quickly, but the experience set the tone for the rest of the meal.
When our mains arrived, the same server accidentally dropped half a block of grated Parmesan into my pasta. Thankfully, I like cheese, but it added to an already shaky service experience.
As for the food:
The Carbonara Special was nearly inedible, overwhelmingly salty to the point where even water would not have helped balance it.
The Arancini were excellent, crisp, flavorful, & well-seasoned.
The Pappardelle Ragù d'Anatra was also very good. Tender duck & rich flavor brought that dish together beautifully.
The Radiatori alla Vodka & Caesar Salad were fine, but unremarkable.
Overall, La Spada delivers a gorgeous ambiance but fails where it truly counts, which is consistency, flavor, & service. At this price point, expectations are naturally higher, & unfortunately, the experience did not meet them.
It is a shame, because the space & potential are there. But after this visit, I highly recommend everyone to avoid. You can easily find better Italian food with better service elsewhere.
La Spada is a fantastic new addition to the dining scene. From the moment you walk in, the vibrant atmosphere & welcoming staff make you feel right at home. The owner Scott & waiters (especially Liam) are attentive & quick, ensuring a seamless dining experience.
The food is simply exceptional. As someone who usually skips salads, I was surprised to find myself finishing the caesar salad, which was fresh & flavorful. The veal was the juiciest I've ever tasted - cooked to perfection. The pasta with mussels (forgot the French name) was also a standout, offering a perfect mix of quality ingredients & mouth watering flavours.
La Spada is a must visit for anyone looking for an authentic & enjoyable Italian dining experience. I can't wait to return next time I'm in Montreal.
Honestly, my experience was outstanding. The food was excellent , the duck pasta is absolutely incredible. The service was warm yet professional, & Louana, our waitress, was amazing from start to finish. The manager even came by to share a great story about the Pizzaiolo steak, which made the experience feel even more personal. Overall, a fantastic night .I'll definitely be back very soon.
The overall experience was average. The Caesar salad was very basic & didn't stand out, especially for the price we paid. The pasta ragu was relatively good, but the lamb chops were disappointing - not what I expected in terms of flavor or tenderness as compared to other italian restaurants.
Service started off quite slow, though it improved as the meal went on. To their credit, the manager came over personally to address my dissatisfaction, which I appreciated. They even offered a complimentary dessert, which was a nice gesture & showed good customer care.
Overall, decent service but the food quality didn't quite justify the price.
Food & service were amazing!
I was recommended this place by a friend & it did not disappoint. The only thing I'd like to point out that the beef tartare was a bit sour to my liking but other than that the pastas we ordered was spot on, the garlic potatoes was good & the Caesar salad was great.
