Stellina is widely praised for delicious Italian cooking and attentive service, with many tasting menus and pasta described as outstanding, fresh handmade noodles and well balanced flavors, and the open kitchen adds a showy and engaging touch; the atmosphere is warm and lively, and the staff are friendly and professional, making visits memorable, especially for date nights or small gatherings, with tiramisu and burrata frequently highlighted as standout items; however several reviews flag small portions, high prices, a limited menu, and occasional inconsistencies such as undercooked pasta or over salted dishes, and some noise and a few service hiccups during busy times; overall Stellina is seen as a strong, must try Italian option in the city, delivering quality pasta and memorable dining experiences even as some visits feel rushed or pricey.
We were in Montreal for the weekend & booked Stellina at the last minute. The atmosphere & service were excellent. But the food was the star of the show. We had the crostone with anchovies, the calamari & the fungi saltimbocca. The crostone was a standout we loved it. Very simple ingredients but with all excellent Italian food it's the quality that makes it amazing. For primi we had the angolotti with bone marrow which was like a very creative pasta version of osso bucco…amazing, the carbonara was classic & delicious & the rapini pasta with sausage ragu was a creative spin on a classic. Wine list was great & good choices by the glass. Will definitely come back next time we're in town.
Apr 20, 2026
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Juste des bon mots pour de l'excellente nourriture! Frais fait devant nous, nous étions au comptoir je recommande, excellent service également, employé & management efficace, courtois & polis.
The food was decent & clearly well prepared, but the experience didn't justify the price. Portions were small, & the menu felt very limited, which made it hard to feel like you're getting real value.
What stood out most, though, is how this place reflects a bigger issue with dining out lately. You're paying top dollar, but getting less of everything-smaller portions, weaker drinks, & fewer options. Charging $9 for a small piece of focaccia & serving undersized cocktails just reinforces that feeling. I had two Negronis-normally a strong drink-& didn't feel anything at all, which says a lot.
It's starting to feel like dining out has become more about presentation & pricing than actual value. You leave spending a lot, but not satisfied. That's disappointing, because going out to eat used to feel like a treat-now it often feels like a poor trade-off.
We had a delicious meal last Saturday night. Beautiful restaurant with very attentive service. The vitello tonato, pasta carbonara, risotto & desserts were outstanding.
Nicolas & the entire staff provided impeccable service & exquisite attention to detail! The wine selection is extensive, & every dish we tried was flavorful, well-textured, & thoughtfully prepared. Our experience truly surpassed all expectations. We'll definitely be back & won't hesitate to recommend it to family & friends.
8 raviolis dans le fond de mon assiette, 1 pauvre petit morceau de pain & une bière = 55$ auquel on nous impose un minimum de 18% de pourboire. Soyons clairs: ils ne me reverront plus
