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.
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.
La Spada is easily one of the best dining experiences I've had in Montreal. The service was sharp & welcoming without feeling forced, & the staff clearly know what they're doing. The food was excellent across the board - well executed, flavorful, & worth coming back for.
The atmosphere strikes a great balance: lively, comfortable, & paired with music that adds energy without overpowering the room. Everything just feels dialed in.
7 févr. 2026
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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
Bonne table italienne, ambiance sympathique & très bon service.
L'entrée & le dessert étaient particulièrement délicieux. Les pâtes maison sont très bonnes & bien cuites avec une bonne texture. Cependant les pâtes aux crevettes cuitent dans de l'ail & du beurre manquaient de goût. Le prix des plats est très élevé, donc les attentes sont aussi tirées vers le haut.
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.
La nourriture est bonne mais le tiramisu manquait en gourmandise. Ils auraient été mieux de servir une plus petite portion & d'y mettre plus de mascarpone.
L'ensemble de l'équipe de service a par ailleurs bien de la difficulté à servir en français.
I had been wanting to try this restaurant since it opened & I finally got the opportunity to do so recently. It was definitely worth the wait. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable & the atmosphere had a very friendly, welcoming vibe. Our appetizers & main dishes were perfection. There are many interesting items on the menu that I would still like to try. I can't wait to go back. 10/10
Our staff has had multiple dinners at this fine establishment. This restaurant is constantly reviewing & perfecting their dishes. They have excellent cocktails as well. Highly recommend
Great restaurant for a work dinner. Service was absolutely impeccable, our waiter was amazing & made it a really enjoyable experience. As for the food, I've had better. The carbonara & vodka penne were mid, nothing special. The mushroom special & calamari were great though. For $75 per person, I would likely eat somewhere else 💜
