Reviews about Stellina consistently praise fresh handmade pastas, flavorful Italian dishes, and attentive service within a warm, open kitchen atmosphere. The vibe is described as chic yet cozy, with a lively but sometimes noisy dining room and a simple, seasonally driven menu that shines with burrata, focaccia, crostone, ravioli, carbonara, tagliatelle and tiramisu; the tasting menu and wine pairings are frequently highlighted as excellent ways to sample the kitchen’s best. While many diners rate the food as outstanding and the service as friendly and professional, some visits note uneven dish execution, with undercooked or overly salty items, and portions that feel small for the price. Occasional service gaps or rushed pacing are mentioned, along with higher price points relative to the value perceived by a few guests. Overall Stellina is regarded as a standout Italian dining option in Montreal, favored for its fresh pasta, engaging atmosphere, and consistently strong kitchen craft, even as a handful of visits warn that experiences can vary.
I was a bit disappointed with the food the plates & presentation were pretty but didnt blow me away. I thought they lacked in flavour & wow factor & the pasta was s little dry. The service was excellent our server was very friendly, good social skills & knew his menu very well. He made the experience nice but unfortunately i will not be going back since the food wasn't impressive.
Probablement le meilleur restaurant italien de tout Montréal. Dans un style classique mais avec quelques plats originaux, toujours exécutés avec précision. Les pâtes fraîches sont sublimes tout comme le Porterhouse. Un arrêt obligatoire!
Apr 2, 2025
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We were recommended to Stellina From our hotel, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to our expectations. It looked OK inside, but the food was all right. We ordered two appetizers & two pastas, & the appetizers were better than the pastas. Unfortunately we waited like 50 minutes for the pastas, & then when they came, the Parmesan cheese was just slapped on one side of the pasta, & it was also very bland that I had to ask for some salt. The agnolotti was supposed to have some bone marrow? But I think it was like a tiniest piece of it. Overall, I had very high expectation of this restaurant because it was recommended to us from our hotel, & yeah. For their price, we Expected a little more. Womp womp. Their drinks were good though.
déjà à l'entrée, on n'a pas été bien accueillis, par la suite l'ambiance n'était pas top, l'emplacement de la table n'était pas le meilleur non plus, pour le prix de la nourriture on s'attendait à quelque chose de beaucoup mieux, la salade ne goûtait rien, les pâtes étaient dures & la sauce laisse à désirer, le steak était la seule chose qui n'était pas décevante avec le tiramisu, de plus'le gérant' est passé à plusieurs reprises discuter avec la table à côté de nous, ne nous a pas regardé une seule fois, mais une fois qu'il a vu le steak sur notre table, il nous a regardé d'un air surpris & c'est là, qu'il nous a prêté attention, c'était étrange comme interaction, pour conclure ce n'était pas du tout à ce qu'on s'attendait & on ne reviendrai pas une deuxième fois…
We stopped by on our last night for a night cap & dessert. Great atmosphere, friendly bartender, wonderful drink & a delicious tiramisu! Will definitely have dinner there the next time we are in town!
Stellina is one of my favourite restaurants in Montreal & my go-to for Italian cuisine. I usually go during lunches but one Saturday night, i took my boyfriend for dinner. As always, food was great, atmosphere & service from the kitchen, host, & commis waiter. Our server however, made our night slightly uncomfortable.
To put it politely, she was not exactly friendly & was quite cold & condescending towards us. No worries, figured it was probably just a busy night. So we ordered each our appetizers, mains, dessert, & drinks.
After spending a few hundred dollars & giving extra tip (because like i said, food & service from everyone else was great), you'd think you'd at least hear a thank you or have a good night. Nope. as soon as my card went through, she printed the receipt, turned around, & walked away.
Would it stop me from going back to this restaurant? Maybe not. But i would 100% refuse to be served by this specific waitress seeing as the table next to us received a different treatment. I still wonder why.
Mar 12, 2025
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Excellent service par le personnel du Stellina, on ne se sent pas dans un resto typique de touriste au vieux port. Le menu est simple & petit, mais les plats sont délicieux, facile de partager pour goûter à plus. Les prix sont par contre extrêmement élevés pour des plats de pâtes.
Greeting & service was excellent. Food good but not great! ´2 drinks, 1 appetizer, 2 main course meals & 1 dessert with tip $217. We were 2, we rarely go out anymore we found experience OK but pricey!
If you are wondering if you should try Stellina, think no more - it's an Italian dining experience you do not want to miss. A perfect balance of Montreal class with a relaxed & welcoming flair, the restaurant is beautifully decorated, has attentive servers & an open air kitchen which allows you to see the visually stimulating dishes being prepared. I enjoyed the Insalata & the Spaghetti al Nero, with a side of the focaccia with prosciutto butter (you read that right). Delicious from start to finish. This was complemented by worthy cocktails. In terms of value, I have no regrets. Indeed, the only regret would have been to not try out Stellina.
Food was delicious. Proportions a bit small, but that is expected at fine dining restaurants. Service was polite, courteous. Decor was cozy, lighting was soft & the overall ambiance was pleasant & romantic.
Went for new years eve & it couldn't have been a better. Ordered several dishes to share & everything was perfect, staff was so fun & kind. Amazing night!
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Service was great but the food was average. It is definitely overpriced for sure & the space is small & crowded & tables are small so no privacy at all. I'd expect better environment & food for this price range.
Chef Simon is by far one of my best experience in Montreal. The food & service was way beyond what I expected & I come from this industry. Seriously you guys have a solid team. From start to finish i felt like I was home & even more. Actually much more because I cant cook like that at home ahahaha Thanks to the team, you guys are amazing!
C'était sans doute la meilleure pieuvre que j'ai mangée de ma vie! Les pâtes étaient aussi très bonnes, quoique les carbonaras étaient très salées & je n'ai pas pu terminer mon plat. Excellent service. Niveau ambiance, musique assez forte & gens bruyants, on ne s'entendait malheureusement pas.
We had a special New Year's Eve 5-course meal that was excellent. Oysters, tuna & veal tartare, rabbit ragout, sirloin, tiramisu, & the table favorite a lobster ravioli that I'd recommend again & again. Finished off with a Limoncello & some espresso. Thank you to the staff for working in our Family on a busy night. Wait staff & manager were super attentive & made it a very special finale to 2024! Merci Beaucoup!
