Pasta Pooks propose des pâtes fraîches façonnées selon des méthodes traditionnelles à partir d'ingrédients de saison. La cuisine prépare des raviolis délicats et des gnocchis tendres qui libèrent des saveurs authentiques à chaque bouchée. Chaque assiette mise sur des composants frais pour définir le caractère de ses préparations. L'espace intérieur demeure restreint, créant un environnement sensoriel qui se concentre entièrement sur la chaleur des plats. Ces créations offrent une exploration précise des textures et des goûts, où la qualité naturelle de la pâte reste l'élément central du repas. Des techniques de préparation simples assurent l'intégrité de chaque nouille, offrant un lien direct avec l'approche de la maison envers les plats préparés sur place.
Pasta Pooks est largement reconnu pour ses pâtes fraîches artisanales d'une qualité exceptionnelle, notamment ses raviolis ricotta-épinards, ses gnocchis et son tiramisu légendaire. De nombreux clients considèrent l'établissement comme une destination incontournable à Montréal pour une cuisine italienne authentique et saisonnière, soulignant souvent l'ambiance chaleureuse, le service attentionné et la belle sélection de vins. Bien que certains visiteurs trouvent les prix élevés par rapport à la taille des portions, et mentionnent parfois des défis liés à l'espace restreint, au niveau sonore ou aux temps d'attente, la majorité des convives estiment que l'expérience culinaire en vaut largement la peine et reviennent régulièrement pour la qualité et la passion qui caractérisent les plats.
Went to their little dine-in section on the side of the restaurant. There's a limited menu but still quite good. I believe they change the menu every so often, but you can't really ask for modifications. The spinach ricotta ravioli was good & buttery. The bolognese poutine wasn't the best meal as it was not saucey at all, it felt quite dry. The gnocchi ragu was soo good. Literally melted in your mouth & was filling. I would go back to try more pasta in their main dinning area.
Stopped by Pasta Pooks for lunch & overall had a good meal, though it did not quite hit exceptional status.
We started with the Piatto di Antipasti Misto, which came with sliced charcuterie, fresh mozzarella, & fried dough pieces. The quality of the cured meats was solid, & the fried bread was a fun touch, though the portion felt a bit modest for 26 CAD.
For mains, we tried the Spaghettoni alla Gricia & the Gnocchi al ragù Napoletano. The spaghettoni had nice, thick crispy pieces of guanciale, though the sauce itself was a little heavy on the salt. The gnocchi was soft & paired well with the rich meat sauce, making it the stronger pasta dish of the two.
We finished with dessert, ordering a slice of lemon meringue pie & a chilled berry dish. The lemon pie had a bright citrus flavor & light meringue, which balanced out the heavier pasta courses nicely.
Service was friendly & the menu offers a nice variety, but given the price point, a few elements fell just short of outstanding. Worth a visit if you are in the mood for classic Italian plates, but keep expectations ground.
July 26 update
4th visit to Pasta Pooks, & it's just as good every time.
Even after just getting back from Italy, this Montreal Italian staple continues to impress & consistently delivers.
We didn't have a reservation, so we put our name down, grabbed a drink, & about 40 minutes later we were seated on the terrace. The service was lovely from start to finish.
The fennel salad to start was fresh & delicious. We shared the Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci & the Triangoli con Stracchino e Funghi, & both were outstanding. Paired with a nice Montepulciano, it made for another memorable meal.
Four visits in, & Pasta Pooks never disappoints. 🇮🇹🍝🍷❤?
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.
I had a takeout gnocchi. Asked the server what's the size of the portion, his reply'good for 2 people' for 30+ cad that seemed reasonable. To my surprise the portion was not even enough for 1 person, the tray was half empty! As to be expected in montreal, I guess, lots of hype , not much substance. Overall a disappointing experiance. 35$for a gnocchi of that size is a ripoff, plain & simple.
We had a wonderful experience at Pasta Pooks. The service was outstanding & the food didn't disappoint. Gnocchi was delicate & flavourful. The asperagus was surprisingly tasty, wrapped in prosciutto with a creamy egg dressing. The atmosphere was vibrant & fun, you really felt like everyone loved working there. Highly recommend if you're a visitor or a local.
Amazing food & service! It was our first time trying Pasta Pooks & the food was delicious! We had the bread service, followed by the baccalà to start which was served on fried polenta & the italian sausage appetizer. They were absolutely to die for & really set the tone for a great dinner!
We had the gnocchi with tomato sauce & the garganelli with a butter & mushroom sauce for our mains, which were all homemade & equally delicious. The portions were perfect & the value received for the price is outstanding.
Comme déjà mentionné par plusieurs personnes dans les commentaires, 32$ pour 15 gnocchis & 2 cuillère à soupe de sauce tomate ca fait vraiment trop cher. Je n'ai malheureusement pas été transcendée par le goût non plus. Bien triste.
J'ai enfin découvert ce petit & sympa restaurant de la Petite Italie & le coup de foudre à opéré! Les gnocchis aux tomates & pecorino m'ont complètement renversé par leur tendreté & goût délicieux! Pour terminer, j'ai goûté à la décadente tarte aux cerises du Québec avec crème glacée à la vanille de la crémerie Meu Meu! Un petit coup de coeur malgré le prix quand même élevé pour ce petit arrêt dîner sur le pouce. J'y retournerai, assurément!
