Overall Pasta Pooks is widely praised for fresh handmade pasta and bold flavors, with standout dishes such as ravioli, gnocchi and casoncelli mantovani, and desserts like tiramisu and panna cotta earning high marks. Many reviews note that portions are small for the price and the overall cost can feel steep, especially given limited seating and a busy, sometimes loud, intimate setting. Service is often described as friendly and attentive with good wine knowledge, though a few visits mention slower or inconsistent service and occasional reservation hiccups. Taken together, Pasta Pooks is regarded as one of the top spots for pasta in the city and a must try for pasta lovers, albeit with the caveat that the hype comes with premium pricing and potentially cramped space.
3 rotating handmade pastas, a few antipasti, & a really good cheese steak. Unparalleled hipster mullets & a pretty decent soundtrack of indie hits. Unbelievably delicuous.
Jan 16, 2026
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J'avais hâte de l'essayer, j'ai pris le spaghettoni al ragù d'anatra. Le plat est 27$ plus les taxes & le pourboire, ce qui m'est revenu à environ 35,90$. Je ne sais pas si c'est moi qui a été malchanceuse, mais la portion était vraiment petite pour le prix. J'ai l'impression que les portions semblent plus grosses au restaurant que la formule take out selon les photos que j'ai vu. Bref, j'aurais bien voulu avoir un coup de coeur, mais je ne recommande pas, malgré que ce soit bon.
Absolutely scrumptious! I had the cheesesteak, & I've had some in Philadelphia. I never thought I'd find a better one in a Canadian city. It will always be my go-to restaurant when I'm in town.
Pasta Pooks in Montréal is absolutely delicious. The food is first rate & well worth the visit. The space is small, though they are expanding, which will be welcome given how popular it is.
We shared the fried zucchini flower to start, followed by the bean salad, pesto gnocchi, & spinach ricotta ravioli. Every dish was excellent. We sat at the counter , staff was really friendly .We waited about thirty minutes for a spot, but it was absolutely worth it for such outstanding food.
Pasta Pooks was amazing! The fresh pasta was great, you can tell its all high quality ingredients being used - the tiramisu was delicious! Our server Margaux was so kind & welcoming - would highly recommend & will definitely be going back!
Wonderful homemade pasta!
Pasta Pooks is a must stop for pasta lovers. Delicious antipasti to start, & daily incredible pasta dishes. My advice is to share orders of different pastas on the daily menu. Save room for dessert. Good wines & beers to choose from. You can eat in the bar anytime with the amazing Rosemonde making everyone feel welcome, or make a reservation for the dinning room. Come hungry & enjoy!YUMMY!
Jan 4, 2026
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Les meilleurs pâtes que j'ai mangé de toute ma vie! En plus le staff est super friendly & j'ai toujours eu un excellent service ! J'y suis allée 3 fois & à chaque fois c'était délicieux!!
Je recommande le Spaghetti & les Casoncelli Mantovani!!!! C'était delicieux!
Je ne recommande pas les Gnocchis alla Bava ; c'était bon, mais il manquait de saveurs & les deux autres plats de pâtes étaient de loin meilleurs. Je recommande ce restaurant!
