Founded in 1960 by brothers Peppino and Federico Corneli, the restaurant continues to uphold the same authentic recipes passed down through generations. A true family business, it is now proudly run by the new generation — Nicola, Pina, and Alex Corneli, together with Chef Joe Nicodemo. Our homemade pasta, hand-crafted by Nonna Donna, remains the heart and soul of our cuisine. And of course, our pizza baked in an oven imported from Italy delivers that traditional taste we’re famous for.
Visit us at our two locations: Little Italy – Montreal Vimont – Laval
Groups are welcome and reservations are strongly recommended.
The lounge is equipped with big screens for sports events. Our specialized wine list and wide selection of beers and cocktails is the height of the Italian zest for life!
Ristorante Pizzeria Corneli offers a lively, welcoming Italian dining atmosphere where wood fired pizzas and generous pastas showcase fresh ingredients and comforting flavors. The menu emphasizes authentic Italian fare with large portions and good value, and many dishes are described as flavorful and well balanced, from seafood pasta to lasagna and pizza specialties. Service is repeatedly noted for being friendly, attentive, and professional, able to handle big groups with ease while keeping a warm, personal touch. The ambiance, including a pleasant terrace, is a frequent highlight and contributes to a vibrant yet family friendly vibe. Gluten free options and a strong wine list add to the overall appeal, with many guests appreciating the bustling energy without sacrificing quality. Some reviews mention the space can be noisy or crowded and a few dishes could use a touch more seasoning, but the overall experience is consistently praised and many guests say they would return.
What a gem this place is! The restaurant interior is beautiful & service outstanding. I was impressed by the attentiveness of the staff, something you don't see often these days. The food was also delicious. Would return 10/10
Lively atmosphere, popular & our meals were outstanding. I didn't make a reservation & was lucky to be accepted so, reservation is necessary to ensure an enjoyable meal & ambiance.
Mar 24, 2026
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ubered a scallopini boscaiola & Ferrero chocolate cake. The scallopini's sauce was truly awesome (cream, shallot, white wine a classic). The meat was excellent; it had a bit of texture but gave way easily. The cholate Ferrero cake was a fresh moist chocolate cake thoroughly enjoyable, but I did not find the Ferrero taste that I was expecting; it was very subtle. Nevertheless, an excellent chocolate cake.
Love the lively atmosphere here. It was hard for us to find an Italian restaurant for a table of 8, so we found Corneli through Google Maps. The decor is beautiful. Love that they never rushed us. Food was comforting & came in big portions. We were looking forward for desserts but we got too full. My sister usually doesn't like mussels but she loved them here :) Highly recommend this place for group celebrations.
Excellente nourriture!! Ambiance & décor chaleureux, & surtout, un service impeccable! Une mention spéciale à notre serveur Ryan 😊 Nous y retournerons assurément!
After a two-year break, I returned to Corneli on a Saturday night at around 7:30 PM & was blown away by the energy! If you want a quiet, intimate dinner, this isn't it! The place was packed to the gills with birthday parties & big families. It's loud, it's bustling, & it's pure Montreal Italian vibes.
The Highlights:
• Service (Much Improved!): Huge shoutout to the staff. Despite every table being full, our waiter was attentive & prompt. I've never seen a team move so fast-they were literally running to keep up, & it worked!
• The Food: We shared the Calamari, Cavatelli, & the Linguine Pescatori (see photo!). Everything was delicious: fresh seafood, perfectly cooked pasta, & the cocktails were also spot on.
• Pro-Tip: You must book a table. We arrived at 7:30 PM & there wasn't a single free seat in the house.
Bottom Line: If you're looking for a high-energy spot for a group dinner or a celebratory night out, Corneli is back on my list. The seafood pasta alone is worth the noise!
Mar 21, 2026
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Good food good service very busy nice staff. Pleasant experience. The pizza was good. The best part though, was the calamari & the arancini. The calamari was really fresh!
What an amazing Italian meal! The restaurant was quite busy for a Monday evening at 7:45…we were greater immediately & seated in a lovely booth facing the street. Our server names Ryan made a couple of suggestions & we went with the lasagna & the Cornell pizza…oh, my goodness! They were so good! We enjoyed a bottle of Miraval rose..,a perfect compliment! The Italian music, the atmosphere & Ryan's attention made for a perfect evening!
Incroyable restaurant avec une vraie ambiance d'Italie ! La nourriture est EXCELLENTE & les serveurs sont gentils & rapides. Honnêtement, je n'ai que de belles choses à dire, & pourtant je suis quelqu'un de très critique.
J'ai vraiment hâte d'y retourner, surtout que ce n'est pas si cher que ça pour la qualité & la quantité. Les portions sont très généreuses. J'ai pris la salade César en entrée, mais c'était littéralement une portion de repas principal ! Ensuite, j'ai pris la lasagne.
La sauce de la lasagne… wow ! Crémeuse, légèrement sucrée, fondante en bouche… & très cheesy. Vraiment délicieux !
Serveur attentionné & efficace. Ne commandez pas les pâtes crevettes pétoncles & champignons (spécialité de la maison). Bien que la sauce était très bonne, il n'y avait que 2 malheureuses crevettes, 5petits pétoncles & 2 champignons en tranches. Pour 32$!
Ryan was amazing. The restaurant was packed & they managed to make room for the two of us. The service team (especially Ryan) was amazing! So warm & welcoming, making sure we had everything we needed. Thanks for the wonderful evening. We had a great time.
What a wonderful family owned restaurant! We went to the one in Little Italy (they also have one in Laval opened a year ago!) & we loved the beautiful setting & quality meal & service! The decor is beautiful! Our waiter Ryan was impeccable, very kind & helpful & he also told us a little bit about the history of this restaurant which is fascinating!! The food was delicious & quite affordable for a nice fancy restaurant. Everyone loved it & we will be back!
