A charming and quaint italian restaurant in the Villeray neighbourhood where the atmosphere is joyful and homy. The homemade pasta-focused menu changes seasonally as it highlights the freshest ingredients available. At the head of the kitchen, Luca Cianciulli offers a very italo-montrealer menu based on quality of ingredients, as does true italian cuisine. The wine list, curated by Catherine Picard is constantly evolving along side the menu and leans toward natural selections.
Reviews consistently praise Moccione as an exceptional Italian restaurant in Montreal, where handmade pasta and fresh ingredients create deeply flavorful dishes and refined textures. Diners highlight standout items like crudo, trout tartare, gnocchi, and a variety of seafood plates, complemented by thoughtful wine and cocktail pairings, though a few desserts and some mains are described as less remarkable and a few dishes feel pricey or portions slightly small. Service is repeatedly described as warm, attentive, and professional, with a cozy, vibrant atmosphere that encourages sharing and savoring multiple courses, and reservations can be hard to obtain. Overall the consensus is that Moccione delivers a memorable dining experience, representing one of the top Italian options in Montreal and a restaurant many guests are eager to return to.
Incredible pasta & delicious Italian dishes, we tried the gnocchi, the tonarelli, a couple entrees & the beef with vermouth sauce & all of it was amazing, the staff was nice & kind with excellent recommendations on food & wine, overall an amazing evening & will definitely be back!
Moccione delivers one of those rare experiences where everything feels effortless & magical. The service was absolutely impeccable-warm, attentive, & genuinely passionate about what they do. The food? Simply extraordinary. Every plate was balanced, comforting, & executed with the kind of precision that only comes from real craftsmanship.
The wine selection was perfectly curated, each glass elevating the dishes like a well-rehearsed duet. & the atmosphere… it's pure charm. Cozy, vibrant, & intimate without ever feeling crowded. It felt less like a dinner & more like stepping into a modern Italian fairy tale-one you never want to end.
Highly, highly recommended. One of the best dining experiences in the city.
Nov 29, 2025
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A1 service A1 ingredients quality A1 ambiance A1 wine list It's all about the IMPECCABLE service & the real authentic italian cuisine with amazing homemade pasta Do. Not. Miss. Probably the best Italian restaurant in all of Montreal & now one of my favorite restaurant in all of Montreal too I will go back as often as possible Prices are competitive too for that quality of food & service
Delicious food (the Crudo & the Gnocchi were absolutely amazing!) & the staff are so welcoming. A cozy & intimate Italian restaurant with truly a lovely ambiance - great for a date or small groups. Easily my new favorite place in the neighborhood!
This is good, but not falling off-my-chair great. Their ingredients are fresh, the portions are generous, the staff is friendly & mostly knowledgeable, but this is not surprising or elaborate food. It's just well-cooked, pretty standard Italian fare. Their wine list is worth a mention, great selection, fairly priced. Would I eat here again? Probably not, as it didn't rock my boat. Is it worth a shot? Yes, you can go. You'll enjoy it.
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I recently visited Restaurant Moccione on Saint-Denis Street with my girlfriend, & it was a delightful experience. The atmosphere is cozy & inviting, which made for a very pleasant dining experience. We arrived just 30 minutes after opening, & the place was already full, which was a pleasant surprise. Fortunately, we were able to sit at the bar. We ordered two drinks, & they were excellent. The food arrived incredibly fast, within 15 minutes, which was a nice change from the usual longer waits. We placed our order with the bartender, who was also very attentive in providing suggestions for both drinks & food. Her recommendations were appreciated & added to the overall experience. We highly recommend the dishes we had, & I've included pictures of them in this review. The environment was charming & comfortable, making the entire experience very enjoyable. I highly recommend giving Moccione a try for anyone looking for a great Italian meal in a warm setting.
Impeccable service & food. Food was on the saltier/very savoury side. Lots of olives & marinated vegetables in the menu. Favorite dishes were the beef carpaccio, tuna tartare & octopus. Cocktails & mocktails were also delicious. Although everything was great, Moccione is not my fav Italian spot in Montreal... there are too many good resto! Would still recommend- perfect for a cute date, or even for a group dinner with friends or family.
Restaurant Moccione offers an intimate, cozy atmosphere with a menu that blends traditional Italian flavors with modern twists. Known for its attentive service, but the real charm of the restaurant is chef Luca Cianciulli with his exquisite creations. Featuring dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with pasta being a standout. The wine list is well-curated to complement the meals, & the desserts provide a sweet, creative finish. Moccione is a go-to spot for those seeking an authentic yet contemporary Italian dining experience.
From the moment we were greeted to the very second we left, our impression of Moccione was that it was perfect. Before leaving we were already planning our return. The food was mouthwatering & beautifully presented. I don't remember the last time we had such charming service. Really well done, a must try if you are in Montreal. This may be the best Italian restaurant in the country.
Amazing restaurant. Slight modern take on italian food but still very traditional (full of flavour eith amazing ingredients). Calamari for starters were amazing (not fried!!) & rafu sausage pasta had nice little heat touch. Finally the beef & octopus were both beatifully executed & full of flavour. The mushrooms in the beef dish were something else. Beautiful decor & amazing service. Will go again.
It's OK.
Food is not bad, but not enough to justify the price you pay.
(I'm not from Montréal, so this is based on my experience from Italian restaurants in many countries within the same price)
They reuse the same sauces in different dishes, so the flavours are kind of repeated. I feel like for a restaurant in this price range, they could make a bit more effort for the sauces. For this reason, I will not go back until the menu is changed.
My favourite dishes were the gnocchi (7/10) & the pistachio gelato.
I feel a bit bad giving this rating because I LOVE their pizza place.
Great food..local products...cozy atmosphere...super nice owners...great music...one of the coolest Italian inspired restos around...staff coming from le Toque...the top restaurant in Canada. Congrats guys for a super new hot spot!!
