Antonio Alati founded Pasticceria Alati in 1952 in Montreal's Little Italy. His daughter Giuseppina Alati then opened her own pastry shop in 1988 in St-Leonard, following the family tradition.
Reviews describe Patisserie Alati as a must for cannoli and old style Italian pastries, with cannoli often called the best in the Montreal region and the pastries, cappuccino, and atmosphere widely praised. The space is noted as clean and well kept, with a welcoming ambiance and courteous, respectful staff. Price is a frequent topic, with several noting rising prices and a cash only policy that makes the visit feel like a luxury many cannot afford. Some mention that price increases prompt complaints and that the policy to cash only can deter some customers. Occasional comments about service pace when busy and hot conditions with no air conditioning on some visits are noted. Overall, the pastry quality and atmosphere keep this place a popular stop for many.
The owner changed & so did the pastries! Ridiculously priced & not fresh! Canoli filling is no longer the same, different taste & texture is very different hardly any ricotta. The Sicilian cassata looks like it was bleached & no chocolate chips in the filing.
Best canoli in Montreal truly a must try for canoli lovers & better not sleep on the zeppole they only make it for a couple weeks out of the year & it is the best one I've had
De loin les meilleurs cannoli de la région de Montréal, & j'en ai fait beaucoup
Les employés er les propriétaires sont courtois & poli
Un arrêt obligatoire chaque fois que je vais à Montreal
& en plus nous pouvons déguster sur place ub bon capoucino avec notre choix de pâtisserie & biscuit.
This place is ridiculously priced..mini sfogliatelle went up $10 in the passed months.. every time I go they jack up the prices!! It's a luxury to go there.. unfortunately not everyone can afford these prices.. & on top of that they only take cash.. they should really stop increasing Their prices as they will start loosing business.. so many people I know complain about this issue..
Très bel endroit! Les canollis sont déments! Les meilleurs que j'ai mangés! L'endroit est très propre, tout est bien mis en place, & le service est poli & respectueux. Pour ceux qui se plaignent de ne pouvoir payer avec la carte, allez au guichet juste à côté! Ça prend 30 secondes & ça ne tue personne! & ceux qui disent que le personnel est froid, faites un large sourire & demandez comment ça va! Parfois, les gens, lorsqu'ils sont débordés, ils sont dans leur tête!
