Chez SHNOOPA, un restaurant montréalais spécialisé dans les pâtes fraîches préparées chaque jour, nous croyons que chaque plat raconte une histoire de passion, de réconfort et de tradition familiale.
Guidés par notre slogan — « Les recettes de ma mère » — notre aventure a commencé avec un simple rêve : partager la chaleur des recettes maison avec Montréal, réinventées sous un angle local, créatif et moderne.
Chaque assiette reflète notre dévouement à la qualité, à l’authenticité et au soin. Nos pâtes et nos plats sont conçus pour rassembler les gens, mariant le réconfort de la cuisine de maman à l’esprit de la gastronomie contemporaine montréalaise.
Chez SHNOOPA, nous ne revendiquons pas un héritage — nous le célébrons. Notre cuisine est l’endroit où les recettes familiales rencontrent les expériences modernes, transformant les traditions simples en repas qui dépassent vos rêves culinaires — que ce soit dans notre restaurant ou lors de votre prochain événement traiteur.
Globalement, Shnoopa suscite des éloges pour des pâtes fraîches et savoureuses, des portions généreuses et des prix raisonnables, avec beaucoup qui décrivent une ambiance chaleureuse et propice aux photos ainsi qu'un service sympathique et attentif. La carte des pâtes, y compris la signature Shnoopa et les sauces variées, est soulignée pour ses saveurs marquées, sa texture et l'impression d'une qualité maison, et plusieurs critiques indiquent des portions assez grandes pour emporter. Bien que l'ambiance soit généralement conviviale et détendue, quelques notes évoquent un niveau sonore modéré, des tables serrées ou des retards de service et des aléas de réservation. Néanmoins, les clients affirment vouloir revenir pour les pâtes, la valeur et la convivialité, les variétés à la truffe et à la crème de champignon étant parmi les meilleures et l'expérience globale décrite comme agréable et digne d'une nouvelle visite.
I visited recently with a friend after seeing the spot recommended on TikTok.
FOOD: Good, but not memorable. The menu is extremely limited: mainly penne pasta with 4 or 5 sauce options. We tried the cream of pesto & a spicy version, both decent & ready in under 5 minutes. We added meatballs & chicken on the side, which I wouldn't recommend. The meatballs were mini sized, dry, & served cold without marinara sauce, while the chicken tasted processed, bland, & not freshly prepared & also cold. There's no alcohol (the available wine is non-alcoholic), & the overall menu is very minimal (no salad, soup, etc). No bread service, & no fresh parmesan or pepper grinder, just chili flakes, ground pepper shaker & a solid chili oil (though the Ikea bottle is awkward to pour from).
ATMOSPHERE: Clean, open, & airy with an industrial, minimalist aesthetic. No music, just quiet. Seating is somewhat limited, with a loft-style second level. The washroom was notably spotless, which is always a good sign.
SERVICE : Underwhelming. Despite the restaurant being quiet, service felt inattentive...we had to ask for everything, from side plates to ice. The overall interaction lacked warmth.Even something as simple as ice...when we finally got it, it was just a few small cubes, which didn't go far with canned drinks.I also found myself wishing the owner featured in the videos had been there, as the experience didn't quite match the energy or care that's portrayed online.
OVERALL: A no-frills pasta spot with generous portions & simple offerings, which likely keeps prices reasonable. It could be elevated with small touches like bread service or wine. Be prepared to walk, as parking in the area doesn't exist.I'm glad I visited & supported a local spot while in town, but it's not somewhere I'd go out of my way to return to. It has potential, but for me, the service & small details made a lasting impression, & not in the best way. No hate...just constructive feedback which I didn't score to harshly on. I do agree with some of the lower scores I've seen in the reviews but I want to give a small business a chance to improve, even if some replies to diners real experiences have been met defensively & with sarcasm & rude comments from management.
Came here for date night on a Saturday at 5:30pm & it was not busy at all so I don't think it's necessary to have a reservation (although we did have one).
Food was tasty, fresh & was at a good price point. Most pasta dishes are $20 or less unless you add a protein for $6-7.
We were hoping for a more romantic & private atmosphere, unfortunately this place was pretty open, bright, gave off cafe vibes & we were seated right beside the only other people in the place.
The host that seated us & the waitress that served us both seemed to have a difficult time remembering that we spoke English rather than French & didn't have an easy time speaking with us which didn't make us feel very welcome or comfortable.
Food came out very quickly & tasted good. Music was quite loud & ads played a couple times.
Overall we won't be making the drive from Ottawa again to dine here as there are better pasta places closer to home with a nicer, more welcoming atmosphere.
15 avr. 2026
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It's good pasta at a decent price. Nice place & good service.
I don't really get though why this place is sooo popular. They've clearly done a good job trending on social media & gaining traction.
But IMO it does not live up to the hype. You don't even get bread with the pasta & there's no desserts on the menu. The signature dish is good but nothing wow worthy. Mildly flavoured. The pesto dish lacked flavour. The sirloin sandwich was actually quite sad. If I was hungry in the area I might pop in but wouldn't intentionally go back.
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! 🤌
Solid place to grab a quick bite in a beautifully decorated restaurant. We were a bit curious about the decision making of the waitress as we came without a reservation & we were seated on a high chair/table area meanwhile all the normal chairs & tables were empty & it was close to the end of the lunch hour. Otherwise, a very chill & relaxing place at a reasonable price point to share a meal with friends.
11 mars 2026
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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 tried this pasta place & honestly it was really good. The pasta was cooked perfectly, not too soft & not hard, & the sauce was rich & full of flavor. The portion size was filling & worth the price. The place itself was cozy & clean, & the service was fast & friendly. Overall, it's a great spot if you're craving good pasta & I'd definitely go back again.
We had a lovely experience! The service was very kind, prices very reasonable, & the food was excellent! the portions are very generous as well- we have lunch for tomorrow now :) Definitely recommend!!
the food was good I recommend the « crème de champignon » generous portions for a good price everything was less then 20$ the restaurant is warm & cozy I really recommend
7 déc. 2025
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The food was amazing & the prices were great. The ambiance was fine, but the organization definitely needs improvement-I waited in the doorway for 10 minutes past my reservation & another 7 minutes for the all-you-can-eat pasta service. It's a new restaurant, & I can see the vision. I'm confident they'll improve, & I'd come back to support them & enjoy the delicious pasta again.
Really enjoyed my visit here.
The portions were generous for the price, & everything tasted fresh. The food had that comforting, homemade feel that's hard to find these days. Every dish was full of flavor (rich, balanced, & just really satisfying). The atmosphere was warm & relaxed with good music in the background. Service was quick & friendly. Overall, just a great meal with excellent value.
I'll definitely be back.
