Restaurant Siciliana delivers a focused menu centered on traditional Italian techniques and authentic flavor profiles. Patrons encounter a selection of handmade pastas crafted daily, ranging from robust ragu variations to delicate, herb-infused noodle preparations. The kitchen utilizes high-heat brick ovens to produce pizzas defined by a crisp, charred crust and balanced ingredient distribution. These culinary offerings emphasize regional sourcing and strict adherence to classic Mediterranean preparation methods. The interior layout prioritizes functional seating arrangements that facilitate a direct focus on the meal itself. Every dish reflects an unwavering commitment to ingredient integrity and fundamental preparation styles found across the Italian peninsula. This establishment maintains a straightforward approach, prioritizing the consistency of its core offerings over superfluous embellishments or complex culinary trends.
Restaurant Siciliana offers a charming and authentic Italian dining experience in downtown Montreal, frequently praised for its warm, old school atmosphere and cozy, retro vibe. Many guests appreciate the generous portions and flavorful, fresh dishes, particularly highlighting the wood fired pizzas, delicious pasta options like the vodka sauce, and the exceptionally fresh bread service. The staff is often described as friendly, hardworking, and efficient, contributing to a welcoming environment that many visitors find to be a hidden gem. With fair pricing and a consistent focus on traditional, satisfying meals, this restaurant remains a popular choice for those seeking a relaxed and nostalgic place to enjoy a comforting dinner.
The vodka sauce was amazing! Unfortunately, this is the only good thing I can say about the place. Our night started with a dirty fork. Not a huge deal, whatever, get a replacement. The bread was good, the salad was fine, ect. Then I got my pasta. It was great... Up until I found an inch long piece of metal INSIDE of a piece of pasta. Unfortunately, I found that piece with my tongue. If I hadn't noticed & had swallowed it, I could have had to go to the hospital in a foreign country. We told the waitress about it, & she went to go make me a new one. When the bill came, so did the milk I ordered 20 minutes before, which I didn't even want anymore. They made us pay for the food my family member ordered, & my replacement pasta (which we took to go). We were tired, & wanted to go back to our hotel room, so we didn't fight it. After the whole incident, the person I went with didn't even want her food anymore, so we spent 71 dollars (Canadian) on a dinner we barely got to eat. One thing we brought back with us was a mousse. It was okay, but the cake layer at the bottom was so stale at first I thought it was a decorative crumble. Now that we have done more research on people finding metal in their food, I'm scared to even eat my replacement pasta. Horrible experience.
We had a great experience at Siciliana. We were greeted & seated quickly. The decor is a little dated, but I think it just added to the charm of the restaurant. It had an old school Italian restaurant vibe & we liked the classic red & white checked table cloths. Between everyone in our family, we had salad, soup, pizza & pasta. Everything was fresh & delicious. I highly recommend the Penne Romanoff.
We hadden een zeer gezellige avond met ons gezin. Zowel het brood, de pizza's, spaghetti en pasta waren zeer lekker. De kwaliteit van het eten is erg goed. De pizzadeeg werd ter plaatse bewerkt en afgebakken in de houtoven.
Ondanks de iet wat afgelegen ligging, zou ik iedereen aanraden om enkele stappen verder te zetten en hier te komen eten.
Aug 2, 2026
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Such a wonderful place!! Our waiter was very friendly. I ordered a margarita pizza & the vodka pasta. Before our food came, fresh baked bread came right from the oven & it was delicious. The pizza was very good & cheesy. & the pasta was sooo good & creamy. I wish my visit at Montreal wasn't so short because I would definitely come back! The prices are fair & the atmosphere had a homey feeling to it. If you get the chance to come here definitely take it!
We've been twice recently & loved it. We came to town for a couple of visits & went both times. It's a very classic old-school vibe inside, comfortable, with excellent pasta. We had the ravioli in a tomato sauce, & the penne with vodka sauce - & went back a few weeks later & had the exact same thing, & are still talking about those two dishes, they were delicious.
I had the carbonara. Bacon was not smoked & sauce was very thin & had no flavor. I've had better. Husband had pasta with shrimp said it was good. Grandson had pizza & it looked dry. We had the mousse & the tiramisu. The mousse was a chocolate cake, very dry & the tiramisu was pasty & bland. Was visiting but if I lived here I wouldn't go back.
