At SHNOOPA, a Montreal-based restaurant specializing in fresh pasta prepared daily, we believe that every dish tells a story of passion, comfort, and family tradition.
Guided by our slogan — “Les recettes de ma mère” — our journey began with a simple dream: to share the warmth of home-style recipes with Montreal, reimagined through a local, creative, and modern lens.
Every plate reflects our dedication to quality, authenticity, and care. Our pasta and dishes are crafted to bring people together, blending the comfort of mom’s cooking with the spirit of contemporary dining in Montreal.
At SHNOOPA, we don’t claim heritage — we celebrate it. Our kitchen is where family recipes meet modern experiences, transforming simple traditions into meals that go beyond your culinary dreams — whether enjoyed at our restaurant or at your next catered event.
Reviews consistently highlight Shnoopa for flavorful, fresh pasta with generous portions and a warm, cozy atmosphere supported by friendly, attentive service. The pasta options are described as well balanced and satisfying, with favorites like mushroom cream and truffle varieties, and portions that can easily serve as leftovers. The service is noted as professional and welcoming, creating a comfortable dining experience that many plan to repeat. Some comments point to dining setup and timing issues, including cramped tables, reservation changes, and slower pacing during peak periods, along with occasional ambiance or menu inconsistencies. Overall, the consensus is that Shnoopa delivers excellent pasta, good value, and a pleasant vibe, with room for improvement in seating, timing, and beverage options.
Food was amazing! Very flavourful & I'm already craving it again the next day. We ordered the shnoopa pasta & the minced beef pasta. Both are really good but the shnoopa is definitely a must try. It's very unique & I can't imagine anyone not liking it. Portions are also generous, we had enough to take home to eat it for dinner again. The atmosphere of the place is also great, not too casual not too fancy. If I had to criticize something I'd say the music wasn't great lol but honestly everything else was amazing I'd 100% go again
Absolutely amazing! the best pasta I've ever had! The flavors were incredible, the place is cozy with a great ambiance, & the prices are very affordable. Highly recommend! 🤌
The pasta was really good & the portion is decent for the price. It would be nice if they had wine or a bar. The tables are not big & are close together so it felt cramped. I had a reservation but maybe they take walk-ins.
I had a wonderful experience at Shnoopa! We tried both the red sauce pasta & the creamy pesto pasta, & they were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich, fresh, & perfectly balanced. The portion sizes were very generous - honestly, the quantity was more than expected, which made the experience even better.
The quality of the food was outstanding, & everything tasted homemade & fresh. The restaurant & kitchen were very clean, which is always a big plus. Moreover, the owner Youssef was extremely nice, welcoming, & attentive. His hospitality really made us feel comfortable & appreciated.
Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves great pasta & a warm atmosphere. I will definitely be coming back!
Feb 23, 2026
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A huge thank you to the whole team! Top-notch professionalism, an incredible atmosphere, delicious pasta, & truly exceptional service. A wonderful experience!
Let me start by stating this, I don't really like pasta as I have always found it bland & the sauces not well seasoned... then I found Shnoopa! ... & let me tell you... I love this place, the pasta was amazing! It was fresh, the seasoning was perfect! The portions were great! The atmosphere was comforting! The owner was very Kind & you can see the care he has for the place through the flavours!.
This spot needs to be on your bucket list! You need to visit here regardless of where you are coming from! You must visit this spot & try their food!!!
Thank you again! We will definitely be back, best Pasta i have ever had!
The place is so cozy, the food was soooo good.
We tried the Creme of mushroom pasta, Shnoopa & the one with aubergine. TBH, my favorites are the creme of mushroom (a bit heavy tho) & the Shnoopa!
The portion looks small but in reality it's not & enough for one person!
Jan 24, 2026
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Very delicious. My friend & I got the Shnoopa & the Pink Sauce! The shnoopa was really good but the pink sauce just tasted like plain mac n cheese. It would've been great if we would have been able to change the sort of pasta. Other than that, atmosphere wise, there wasn't any music so it was a bit awkward, but the decoration is very pretty & photo-worthy!
Hands down the best. I regret going here on the last day of my trip. This should have been my first stop when getting to Montreal. The pasta portions here are amazing, the flavors out of this world, it is something new. The staff they're completely fun to be around.
For their Thursday special even with reservation expect to wait an extra 15 mins minimum. Another extra 10 mins for them to give you water & another 10 mins to take your order. Food was average. Nothing spectacular. Pasta is a bit more chewy than normal
Jan 19, 2026
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Shnoopa is such a great find in Griffintown. The vibe is cozy & clean, the staff is welcoming, & the PASTA is honestly soooo good. Everything was fresh & served fast. You can tell they care about quality. Highly recommend !!!!!
I ordered the four cheese pasta to go & it was absolutely delicious! Rich, creamy, & full of flavor. The portion was generous & everything was perfectly cooked. Great quality & great service. Highly recommended!
We came to Shnoopa for a date night after having heard great stuff about the pasta! Overall, the experience was fine. We ordered the minced beef rigatoni, four cheese, & shnoopa truffle pasta. The minced beef was truly delicious, the truffle was lovely, however the four cheese one was far too rich, claggy, & very very strong!! & for somewhere that specialises in pasta, it felt pretty overcooked. Portion sizes were great though & we could take away what we didn't finish.
As for the overall atmosphere & vibe - it was very odd. It was very industrial & empty, with odd plastic chairs & strange paintings everywhere! There were also weird plastic vines & solitary plastic plants dotted around on empty shelves. I don't want to be rude at all but the atmosphere just felt really off, it was super quiet, especially as no music was being played until the radio started playing with ads. I'm surprised none of this has been mentioned in the reviews before. Wouldn't recommend for a nice dinner out, probably for takeaway. There's a lot of work that could be done.
I tried Shnoopa & honestly had such a great experience.
The service was amazing, the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, & made us feel comfortable right away. The atmosphere is warm & cozy, very inviting.
The pasta was absolutely delicious, full of flavor, & clearly made with care.
Overall, Shnoopa is a wonderful spot with great food & outstanding service. I'll definitely be coming back!
