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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 Tomorrow 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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4.7432 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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5.0

Food, service, ambiance - 5 stars.

Sep 29, 2023
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Yahya
5.0

Tasty cuisine, good ambiance, excellent service .

Sep 23, 2023
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Christine
5.0

Delicious food !

Service was top of the line & we've been WAITING to be impress. Feels like the last few years have killed the resto business & also customer service but here, here you are treated like ��

We arrived no reso on a full Thursday evening let the hostess ur # & got a call back 20mins later !

We had the burrata /eggplant, grrrreat, capaccio, ceasar & spicy pizza. Good timing from the kitchen, tasty cocktails (had a gin pepe 🍸) & quality of ingrédients ��

Wellington has lots to offer but I will definitely come back for the rest of the menu.

Merci à Chloé pour cette merveilleuse experience !

Sep 21, 2023
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Thrones99
4.0

Food was excellent (especially the pizzas) with seasonal touches & service was outstanding. This was the 3rd time I've been & it was even better this time.

Sep 13, 2023
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Maria
5.0

Great food, exceptional service, & a very cozy atmosphere. They have delicious vegan options & cool specials

Sep 12, 2023
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Frederique
5.0

Super!

Sep 6, 2023
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Ruby
5.0

Go to date night spot with my partner. Great pizza & wine!

Sep 5, 2023
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Antoine
5.0

Une très belle découverte, un lieu avec beaucoup de charme, des employés aux petits soins avec une finesse notable. La nourriture est excellente avec des aliments qui ont du goût. Ce n'est pas pour toutes les bourses mais le rapport qualité/prix est là. Je recommande le Rita.

Aug 31, 2023
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A
5.0

Italian with a twist using local products! One of the best caesar salads ive had! Came here on a monday night & it was pretty vibey! Nice wine selection & great service.

Aug 21, 2023
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LiseTru-979
1 Review
5.0

Service courtois, nourriture excellente, atmosphère feutrée, choix de vin exquis, je vous recommande ce restaurant avec le plus grand des plaisirs !

Feb 8, 2019
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