Mano Cornuto is a laid back Italian restaurant. Fresh ingredients, homemade food, elegant natural wine list, unique cocktails and warm service are what to expect.
Mano Cornuto offers a lively open kitchen Italian vibe with crowd-pleasing staples like Caesar salad, burrata with pistachio, focaccia, and a range of pastas and antipasti praised for fresh ingredients and balanced flavors. Desserts such as tiramisu and pistachio cake frequently get cheers, and the wine and cocktails plus a bar or terrace scene make it a popular Montreal pick. Experiences vary, with some praising warm, attentive service while others note slower, more uneven service and occasional reservation mixups, and a few feel portions are small for the price. The space can be loud with limited seating, so reservations or bar seating is advisable, but overall the restaurant is celebrated for authentic flavors, consistent quality, and the energetic atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors coming back.
L attente vaut largement la peine, la nourriture est délicieuse & l atmosphère est agréable. Le personnel est débordé mais le service reste chaleureux & attentionné. Mention spéciale à la très efficace & souriante hôtesse ( cheveux bruns bouclés, lunettes).
Antipasto, salade panzanella, pâtes bolognaise, tout était savoureux! Mon highlight de la soirée fut le gâteau à la pistache, tout simplement divin!!!
***Les tabourets (au comptoir) sont inconfortables, je suggère de demander une table sur la terrasse arrière. Réservation recommandée. ***
Best sandwich I've ever had. The focaccia is incredible. Tried the classic & the prociutto, both were unique & excellent. I really liked the Ceasar salad as well. The patio was a good size & a nice setting as well.
We shared the burrata, Caesar salad, & tartare, everything was delicious. We sat at the bar, which had the perfect ambiance for a cozy date night. Highly recommend & can't wait to go back!
Great spot for lunch - we stopped on a Monday for a quick lunch & had the crudo, cichetti & olives for appetizers with 2 drinks. Everything was excellent, fresh & arrived rapidly. We then shared a schiacciate (sandwich with focaccia-like bread) & a ceasar salad. The sandwich was really good, although no life-changing. They had their own spin on the ceasar, with a sweeter dressing than what I'm used to.
Service is A+
Total was 100$ + tip for 3 appetizers, 2 mains & 2 drinks.
Only downside is that is was 35+ outside & there is no AC (although it's probably worse for people working in the kitchen)
Très bon: salade César incomparable, raffinée, pâtes aux morilles délicieuses, Tiramisu à se rouler par terre. Vive la terrasse. Par contre, le parmesan est en extra & l'espresso plus 3e vague qu'italien. Dommage!
I dare say Friday lunch is the perfect time to enjoy Mano's incredible food with fabulous, unrushed, friendly service! Cocktails are perfectly boozy, salad is even more decadent than pasta, & great coffee & dessert to top it off at a fair price. Many thanks to Raquel & Michele for showing our out-of-town friends amazing Montreal hospitality! 😊
May 27, 2025
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What an amazing italian restaurant! Everything from the quality of the ingredients, the cozy ambiance, to the wonderful service is perfect.
The salad & its dressing was super tasty, deifnitely a very nice twist of the average caesar salad. Also the quantity & quality was just ideal. & the focaccia bread? Very nice.
I had a great time sitting at the bar, & watching them prepare different pastries while waiting for my dish.
This my spot! Good food, good service & always action, especially during the summer. I can't give 6 stars so 5 will have to suffice. Keep up the good work T & the gang.
We stumbled upon this gem by accident & it was the best experience. Michelle was our server & she was warm, welcoming & friendly. The food was incredible. We had 2 sandwiches & Cesar salad. The salad was the best I've ever had. We had the chocolate cake for dessert & it was incredible. Not too sweet & simply delicious. We sat at the bar so got to watch everyone at work & it was fascinating. Adam is one of the chefs & he (& Michelle) gave us some awesome recommendations of places to check out while we are visiting. It was a fantastic experience & we will be back every time we visit Montreal. If ur thinking about trying this place…do yourself a favour & do it!
Food was decent, special mention to the delicious Caesar salad. However, service was poor & the waitress was quite discourteous & nonchalant. Would still return for their salad & pistachio cake.
Jan 21, 2025
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I recently had the pleasure of dining at Mano Cornuto, & it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the warm ambiance & inviting decor set the perfect tone for our evening. We started with the Caesar salad, which was crisp & flavorful, perfectly dressed without being overwhelming. The burrata was a standout - creamy & rich, it paired beautifully with the fresh accompaniments. The roasted squash (zucca arrosto) was a delightful surprise, showcasing a wonderful balance of sweetness & savoriness that left us wanting more. For our main course, we indulged in the mafaldine al pesto, which was simply divine. The pasta was cooked to perfection, & the pesto was vibrant & fragrant, making it one of the best pasta dishes we've had in a long time. We also tried the carpaccio de manzo, which was beautifully presented & melt-in-your-mouth tender. We were so full by the end of our meal that we didn't have room for dessert, but that just gives us another reason to come back! Overall, Mano Cornuto exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Italian cuisine in Montreal!
I just tried this place for the first time & I have to say the food wad AMAZING. Hands down the BEST caeser salad I have ever had, I would go back just for that. We had the burrata, the pasta & the tiramisu too & it was all delicious. Fresh ingredients & great flavour. The staff is super friendly & the place is very cozy, will definitely be going back!
Nov 29, 2024
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J'adore ce petit restaurant de Griffintown, idéal pour dîner le midi ou même en soirée. La nourriture est de qualité & diversifiée. Je recommande d'essayer les plats du jour, vous ne serez pas déçu, sinon, la salade César est un incontournable pour moi! Délicieuse. Belle sélection de vin aussi! A découvrir si vous ne connaissez pas, mais je vous conseille de réserver, c'est un restaurant très populaire dans le quartier & les places sont limitées.
Stopped in for a quick lunch & lucked out as we didn't make a reso. Definitely recommend making one! Great vibes & fantastic service. While we waited for our table, we watched the well oiled kitchen do their thing. Our mouths watered in anticipation. Their menu is simple & short. You know it's going to be good! Order the Caesar salad. You'll be sorry if you don't! So good! We also shared the burrata that came with the most delicious focaccia bread. We shared 2 pastas to taste - tonnarelli pesto & fiorentini alla bolognese. Both super tasty & perfectly cooked.
Some of the best pasta I've ever had. The pesto & the bolognese dishes are beyond amazing. The staff, from the servers to the chefs are just fantastic & so damn welcoming. But please don't sleep on the Caesar salad, minestrone soup & desserts!!
Très bon, sans prétention. Les pâtes au pesto sont un vrai régal. Pareil pour la burrata, la focaccia, la salade César... Bref, tout est très bon. On y retourne encore & encore !
