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.
I think this might have been the best pasta I've ever had. Better than the pasta I had in Italy this summer, & certainly better than most of the'fancy' restaurants in Montreal
The best pasta plates in Montreal, no question about it.
The simplicity done right, in the freshness of the pasta, to the flare in the sauces, makes this restaurant the only Italian restaurant worth eating at.
Nov 8, 2025
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Entre mon mari & mon garçon nous avons pris 3 types de pâte différente incluant une entrée & leurs seul sandwich au menu tout était délicieux & savoureux.
Pour le prix, nous nous attendions à un service plus attentionné & des plats plus généreux. Les pâtes étaient cependant vraiment délicieuses & le dessert également. On nous a bien expliqué les plats de pâtes mais nous n'avions aucune idée des entrées. On ne nous a pas offert de poivre, pas de serviette de table au dessert. Des prix de restaurant plutôt haut de gamme, alors qu'il s'agit d'un comptoir. On a déboursé environ 150$ à part du service, pour un repas exclusivement végé, une entrée, 2 plats de pâtes, un dessert, 3 verres de vin. On a aussi demandé du pain, en extra, sans qu'on nous offre de beurre ou huile. Les employés changeaient constamment de chanson, & la musique était trop forte vers la fin du repas. Je recommande Il miglio pour un rapport qualité/prix plus raisonnable.
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This place is just amazing. This place also made me gain 10 pound for the amount of times I've eaten here in the heart of the best hood in mtl little Italy they really made a great impression shout out to the WHOLE STAFFF for the amazing food they push out everyday , yes the price isn't cheap but guys every thing is hand made & made with love time & effort for us. So pay eat drink & thank me later .
Food looks really good on the photos. Too bad I will never taste it because the girl that answered the phone is extremely rude & disrespectful. You may have the best concept but it only takes one bad apple to sink the entire ship.
Had the best time on the terrace this summer! The pasta was unreal, felt like fine dining but with that cozy, local vibe. Great wine list too. Definitely a spot I'd go back to :)
The pasta was amazing! The service was great, & they had some great wine recommendations. However, the terrace was filled with bees. I guess it's the time of year.
Not bad, but not great. I can see the appeal in the concept, but feels like it felt victim to it's hype. Had big expectations as a lot of people said it's the best pasta they've eaten, but in my opinion there's much better spots for pasta in the area & in Montreal in general. Prices are also kinda crazy for what you get.
