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.
Le Restaurant Corneli propose une cuisine italienne authentique & savoureuse. Les pâtes maison & les pizzas au four à bois sont absolument délicieuses, avec des ingrédients frais & de qualité. Le service est chaleureux, attentionné & rapide, ce qui rend l'expérience encore plus agréable. L'ambiance familiale & conviviale en fait une adresse incontournable pour tous les amateurs de cuisine italienne.
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We dined at Restaurant Corneli in Montréal over the weekend. Parking in the area can be challenging, but once inside, the restaurant offers a refined & inviting atmosphere. We sampled a variety of dishes: the pasta was excellent & a clear highlight, while the pizza was enjoyable & well-prepared. The chicken with mushrooms, however, was less impressive compared to the other options.
Incredible pizza! We ordered the one with prosciutto & burrata - absolutely delicious. The crust was perfectly crispy & the burrata so fresh. Highly recommend visiting!
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We waited for an hour before gettingt served. A lasagna take 45 minutes to bake. AT HOME !!Not at a restaurant !! You should have some sort of kitchen prep or at least days say it before ordering it, not after 40 minutes ... Also giving more snacks could help.
My advice: all is delicious, but don't take the lasagna if you don't order it before getting there.
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Food is absolutely amazing ! We were on the outdoor terrace which was fine but it took sometime to get served at the beginning. But overall I highly recommend !
The Best Italian Restaurant I have ever been to in Montreal. Each dish takes you another level of nirvana. For 4 people we ordered Polenta Funghi spinachi,Pizza toute garni,Piccata il lemon 🍋 a glass of wine,gavi granee, vitally alla bosacaiola,calamari & coffee di jionnais.
Excellent. I gave 4 stars for one main reason:
Every dish ordered is very salty.
I wonder if one could request to hold the salt or do not add salt if already in the sauce.
We would like to go back another day only if we can request to HOLD THE SALT PLEASE 🙂
WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!
Our server Elizabeth aims to please . She's very pleasant ,smiles alot,& we are a table of 12.
Thank you Elizabeth 😊
O vinho estava ótimo... a entrada que pedimos também (brusqueta). Nosso pratos estavam maravilhosos...o garçon Nicolas fois super atencioso e ainda arriscou conversar algumas palavras em português. Eu recomendo demais.
Food & atmosphere were unmatched. Accommodated our group of 7, with vegan & celiac dietary restrictions. The drinks were also great! Will return when we come back to Montreal.
