L'usine de Spaghetti Parisienne is located in Old Montreal in an old building. Menu à la carte includes several specials mainly consisting of pasta dishes
Overall, L'usine de Spaghetti in the Old Port comes across as a bustling, family friendly Italian spot with a warm, nostalgic atmosphere, a generous salad bar and free bread that many diners praise, and a menu focused on comforting pastas and hearty mains that deliver big portions for good value. Reviewers consistently highlight the variety of pasta sauces and dishes, from lobster pasta and fettuccine to meatballs and braised beef ravioli, with several noting standout flavors and pasta cooked to al dente. The open bar concept and wine selection add to the welcoming vibe, and service is often described as attentive and efficient, though a few visits mention slower rounds or dishes that lack seasoning. Lines can form on busy nights, but wait times are often short when arriving early, and guests frequently mention returning for the atmosphere as much as the food. While some entries warn that portions can feel uneven and a few dishes miss the mark, the consensus is that the restaurant offers a memorable pasta focused experience with charm and value.
Pasta dishes were good & the portions were healthy & generous. I had the lamb chops that were seasoned perfectly with a touch of sweetness. The pesto pasta that accompanied it was VERY garlicky so be forewarned. My husband had the special pasta of the evening which was a sausage & rapini orecchiette & my mother in law & daughter shared spaghetti with 2 generous sized meatballs that they bot enjoyed. Was also a really great atmosphere.
Jan 8, 2025
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The lobster linguini & lamb chops spaghetti are worth trying! The lamb chops are tender, though its spaghetti is just okay. They also offer a free salad bar, & the complimentary bread comes in two types, a classic baguette & a flavorful onion-garlic option, both are good. However, the restaurant is too popular & often crowded, so the service can be a bit slow.
We recently dined at this restaurant , & the food was outstanding. The lamb chops with pesto spaghetti were the absolute highlight of the meal-perfectly cooked & bursting with flavor. Their salad bar was fresh & well-stocked, & the tiramisu was a deliciously creamy treat to end the meal. However, the service could use a bit of improvement. Our starter was forgotten, & we weren't offered fresh Parmesan or pepper, which would have enhanced the experience. Despite these minor issues, the quality of the food makes L'Usine de Spaghetti worth a visit!
The perfect place for a nice dinner with a friend or a date. The pasta was good but the lamb chops were some of the best I've ever had. I savored every bite until my plate was clean. The atmosphere was slightly intimate but not overly romantic. The prices were somewhat high but after eating the food I understood why. It's that good. If you ever want some good pasta this should be the top of your list.
Service, atmosphere & salad bar good but food is not very good! Complementary bread was dry & tasted like frozen bread. Overall, I think the price for what we got was good considering it was in the middle of old montreal. It felt like it was a place for tourists! The main dishes were too salty & felt like I could have made them at home. Mushroom risotto: not a lot of mushrooms, oily & lacked flavour. Lobster pasta: nothing amazing The sauce lacked character. Lamb chops & pesto pasta: nice lamb chops & pasta was pretty good. Would recommend out of all the dishes. Salad bar: fresh salad & side dishes!
surprised the salad bar had no olive oil available, I would've asked but the waitress was quite busy. veggies were fresh. my lamb chop was quite good !
Feb 1, 2024
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First ever authentic Italian cuisine & wine 🍷, & it was devine! We had Liano 2020 wine 🍷 that was really tasty 😋 & ofc the lamb chops with pesto spaghetti, ayayayay, very palatable, tender, well seasoned, & pesto sauce was mouth-watering. Ugggh, can't wait to go back & try all other pasta recipes 😋 😍 🤗 The service was excellent, very friendly, cheerful & warm smile 😃 Atmosphere, very cozy ✨️ & comfy chairs hehehe 😉, well lit, not too bright, not too dim, perfect light temperature for your eyes 😄 It's not easy for me to give 5 stars, but this was hard not to give a 5 star review. The price of the food was reasonable & worth it 👌 😉 K💜
Found this place on a whim after skating around the corner. It was exactly what we were looking for. Generous portions that included a salad bar, great atmosphere (it's cozy, but we really like that). All of our dishes were delicious. I recommend the pesto pasta with the lamb chops.The server was friendly, knowledgeable, & made us feel welcome. Definitely recommend this spot as an easy/casual hit up while in the city.
