Salumi Vino is described as a cozy, authentic Italian gem in Old Montreal with warm hospitality, a welcoming vibe, and an intimate, open kitchen atmosphere. The dining experience centers on generous portions and deeply flavorful Italian classics, with standout pastas, gnocchi, ravioli, ceviche, and seafood, often paired with a strong wine list. Guests consistently note attentive service and a feeling of being at home, with the venue suitable for romantic evenings, group dinners, and celebrations. Some reviewers mention longer waits during busy times and a few dishes that did not meet expectations, but the overall consensus is high for quality, authenticity, and value. The combination of friendly service, high quality ingredients, and a charming ambiance leads to Salumi Vino being considered a top choice for Italian cuisine in the city.
I had high hopes based on the reviews. The place was cute but food was so-so. My husband's ragu had an overwhelming tomato paste taste. My rigatoni with mushrooms was bland. The wait staff seemed new & needed a lot of direction. Expect long wait times.
We booked this restaurant at the last minute because it had good reviews & availability. If you're looking for simple Italian food, this place is great. Nothing fancy or pretentious, but pretty decent. The service was quite slow & the kitchen is very small so be prepared to wait a bit.
Great pace with authentic Italian food. Food is delicious. Cozy atmosphere & the service was great. Great place to take your time & share wine & Italian food.
We had the polpette & cavatappi al pomodoro e provola affumicata. The polpette were good, but the pasta was pretty ordinary with no sign of provola. Felt expensive for the quality of food presented. Would not go again. Ambiance & staff were nice though
The restaurant offered great service, albeit one server seemed off putting to me. However the owner of the restaurant was extremely talkative & entertaining, as well as helpful. The food was delicious, nothing to say except maybe that not all items on the menu were ready by 6 PM.
Jul 26, 2025
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Amazing restaurant! Very authentic Italian food. We had amazing service & the hosts were super accommodating. The ravioli & mafalde were to die for & beautifully presented. My nieces haven't quit talking about how good it was.
Came to taste an authentic Italian Pasta & it didn't disappoint. One of the best if not the best place to try pasta in Canada. Would comeback again in montreal & visit this place. The owner is really nice & welcoming. Overall 10/10! Food was really great. 🤌🤍
Bonjour, tout d'abord je tiens à me présenter à vous. Je suis un Italien de souche, qui aime la bonne bouffe. OH MIO DIO ERA DELIZIOSO!!! C'était comme quand j'allais manger dans le restaurant à côté de chez moi à Venise. DELIZIOSO!!! MAMAMIA!!!! VIVA L'ITALIA !!!!
Good: didn't have to walk all the way to little Italy.
Mediocre: most of the food, especially the pasta dishes
Bad: service. We were reluctantly given a table outside, then told to move, then told we can only order if all decisions were made (entrees, principle together). Maybe because their larger reserved party didn't show they slow rolled the bill
Awful: tiramisu. It was 3-4 partial ladyfingers with barely any espresso (owner, manager directly stated this), 95% whipped cream, & a paltry dusting of cocoa. Sure food preferences are highly variable but this dessert directly translates to'pick me up'. The espresso should have boldness, & there needs to be a bitter cocoa balance for the sugar. Plus where are the whipped eggs? We didn't finish it, needless to say.
Overall it felt like we were an annoyance to this crew. If you want meatballs of a forgettable nature (& why anyone would purchase this sauce for home is beyond me), pasta dishes with equal or lessor impact, & a dish that is a shameful render, by all means stop by!
