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Rita

It's a little bit like Italy, but it's mostly Montreal. There are plenty of good reasons to visit us.
Verdun
4.7$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Tuesday at 5 pm
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Rita focuses on the preparation of authentic Italian cuisine with a specific emphasis on traditional pizza-making techniques. The kitchen utilizes high-quality imported flour and locally sourced seasonal ingredients to construct pies characterized by thin, blistered crusts and balanced toppings. Each dish follows classic flavor profiles, avoiding unnecessary fusion elements to preserve the integrity of regional Italian cooking traditions. The interior environment features a minimalist aesthetic that highlights an open hearth where the intense heat of the wood-fired oven dictates the cooking process. Patrons encounter a direct culinary approach where the texture of the dough and the acidity of the tomato base serve as the primary markers of quality. This establishment maintains a focus on the fundamental elements of Mediterranean baking while ensuring consistent output across every individual serving provided to guests.

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4.7429 ratings
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Rita is widely celebrated as a standout destination in Verdun, known for its high-quality Italian-inspired menu that features fresh, seasonal ingredients and consistently delicious wood-fired pizzas and homemade pasta. Guests frequently praise the warm, intimate atmosphere and the restaurant's ability to host both casual date nights and larger celebrations with a vibrant, welcoming vibe. While the vast majority of diners highlight the attentive, friendly, and professional service, a small portion of reviews notes that the space can become quite loud during busy hours and that some visitors have felt rushed by strict table turnover policies. Despite mixed feedback regarding noise levels or occasional service speed, the overall consensus is that the restaurant offers a memorable culinary experience that makes it a must-visit local gem.
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Irene
5.0

It was our first time at Rita & it was an amazing evening. The food was delicious ! We ate the buffarela with veggies, so tasty, we added the foccacia ( very good ), followed by beef shoulder, the meat melt in our mouth & lamb with pasta, the food was so tasty, well seasoned, the waiter very polite & knowledgeable about their dishes. We'll go back for sure.

Sep 9, 2024
on Google
Bruno
4.0

L'excellente qualité en général du restaurant & la courtoise du personnel sont altérés par la politique de la direction de flipper les tables a la demi heure près . La pression qui s'exerce en ce sens de service est désagréable

Sep 6, 2024
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Vince
5.0

Rita the food, the atmosphere & Pierre Joseph (I believe was our waiter's name was excellent!). A definite MUST when in Montreal. Thank you for fantastic service & a great meal!

Aug 30, 2024
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Michel
5.0

Nice room. The underlying theme is family history where Italy blends with trendy & cosmopolitan Montreal. It's a promise that owners want to provide value & a genuine impeccable experience. They master the Neapolitan pizza variations. Marie-Eve, our stewardess, strikes a perfect balance between, information, execution & respectful friendliness. Casual yet professional.

Aug 25, 2024
on Google
Chadi
2.0

Beautiful place, food arrived cold & our waiter my MIA for most of the night. Very disappointed & dissatisfied with the experience. It seems that this place is simply surviving of hype

Aug 23, 2024
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Justine
5.0

Excellent service, déco magnifique & ambiance vraiment agréable. Parfait pour un repas en couple, entre amis ou en famille.

Aug 21, 2024
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Quentin
5.0

Excellent moment avec ma compagne, restaurant très raffiné, avec des recettes du jours & une carte minimaliste mais efficace (signe de grand qualité). Service impeccable, Marie-Eve a excellé dans sa performance & sa sympathie ! Je recommande fortement. Mini Bémol, le restaurant est un peu bruyant mais les plats vous feront oublier ça.

Aug 20, 2024
on Google
Lina
5.0

We came as a group of 4 on a Monday & it was still quite a bustling atmosphere! We had the zucchini pizza special, hot honey pizza, the mushroom ravioli & fried/stuffed morels. Every bite was fantastic & the cocktails were classic/delicious as well. Highly recommend getting a reservation. The staff were lovely.

Aug 19, 2024
on Google
Plant
5.0

Wonderful staff,service & many food options.Flavours were amazing! Highly recommend & def returning.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google
Rémi
5.0

Bonne bouffe & bon service, le tout dans un décor chic & chaleureux.

Aug 11, 2024
on Google
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