In a cozy, inviting setting, Pasta Pooks celebrates the simple joy of pasta made with care. The menu emphasizes timeless shapes and sauces that pair cleanly with seasonal ingredients, creating meals that feel both comforting and refined. Guests discover generous bowls of al dente pasta, bright vegetables, silky sauces, and light, satisfying textures. The kitchen focuses on quality ingredients, balancing rustic charm with a modern touch, inviting diners to linger over each course. Service is attentive without fuss, guiding guests through a relaxed dining experience that feels like a quiet celebration of Italian inspired cooking. Pasta Pooks promises warmth, aroma, and a memorable meal that leaves smiles long after the final bite.
Overall, reviews describe Pasta Pooks as a standout for fresh handmade pasta, bold yet balanced sauces, and a warm casual vibe in Little Italy with a small, cozy dining room and a lively energy, and diners repeatedly call it the best pasta in Montreal, praising dishes like ricotta and spinach ravioli, gnocchi, casoncelli mantovani, bolognese, and tiramisu while noting strong wine recommendations and friendly, attentive service; caveats include sometimes small portions for the price, occasional heavy use of butter in some sauces, a cramped or noisy space, and occasional pricing or takeout glitches, with some visitors finding the terrace worth it in summer and others preferring takeout due to crowding. Overall, Pasta Pooks is a must-try for pasta lovers, delivering standout flavors and a personal touch that makes many want to return to explore more on the rotating menu.
We ordered the ravioli & cappellacci alla genovese, both were really good! I agree with some of the reviews, the portion is small but definitely worth the price
We also ordered this thing with a pastry, cheese & meat. It was a fun way of eating a charcuterie, made me want to buy that pastry
The tiramisu with flaky salt was also worth trying. They also need to rework their cocktail menu, the released it a week ago & the ones we got were okay
Delicious food, quick service, & a reasonably sized outdoor patio. Definitely need to come back & try the rest of the pasta options, as this order was mostly non-pasta dishes.
On the menu:
• Salade de Fenouil & Olives
• Baccalà Mantecato (Creamed Cod)
• Piatto di Antipasti Misto (Mixed Appetizer Platter)
• Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci (Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli)
• Poutine Pooks Italienne
• Lemon Pookie Cheesesteak
Delicious fresh pasta ! Servings to me could have a little more for $28 a plate & charging for bread to me a no no ! Lesley C a Mtl retired food critic for restaurants said what's with charging for things like that . A freebie goes a long way , & c'mon possible ! Maybe dress up the plates more , maybe then the plates will then look less skimpy . Loved the dishes , that being said !!
If you think this place is overhyped, you are wrong! Holy smokes. The flavors, the texture of the pastas….food heaven. The service is so nice & friendly & the atmosphere is comfortable & relaxed. But what you won't forget are all the perfect bites. Thank you for an incredible dinner!
May 16, 2026
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Best pasta place ever. You truly get what you pay for. We tried 3 out of the 4 pasta dishes on the menu, & every single one was amazing. Highly recommended!
On est arrivés sans réservation & mis au coin bar. Service chaleureux, gracieux. Bière merroti froide & bien bonne. Pâtes incroyables! Savoureuses! Vraiment les meilleures pâtes que j'ai mangées au resto depuis je ne sais quand! Merci pasta pools!
Meilleures pâtes de ma vie ! !! Ce resto est a la hauteur de la hype, vraiment ! Il faut prendre 3 plats a deux pour être rassasié a mon avis. 3 plats pour 2 personnes nous on coûté environ 110$ tout compris.
A tester absolument !
May 10, 2026
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Restaurant découvert par hasard en marchant. J'ai très bien été reçue & la bouffe était excellente. Assez copieuse mais je recommande! En plus les pâtes sont fraîches!
