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.
Beautiful restaurant, however, me & my girlfriend didn't like the drink or the food that much. We ordered a Limoncello & thought it was very plain, not really what we expected. Same thing with the pasta. The waitress was very professional & kind, the food didn't take long & the atmosphere was great.
Easily one of the best italian tables in town, the service team is great & make you feel at home! Everything we had for dinner was great, & the bombolones were a perfect way to end that meal!
May 5, 2024
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Beautiful dining room, incredible Italian food! So many fun pasta shapes & dishes, was hard to choose what to get so will be coming back to try another! Tiramisu was also one of the best I've ever had
The person who left the review below me is angry she got carbohydrates served in a restaurant specialized in pastas. The food is amazing & the burrata was the thing we liked the most. Recommend so much if you're visiting Montreal even if the price is a bit high.
Fantastic experience. I will be back! Service is 10/10 The design & decor is stunning. The food was thoughtful, rich & plated beautifully. Just go try!
I love the concept & ambiance of this place. Sat at the bar, & the drinks were good. However, the food wasn't up to our standard. We disliked half of what we ordered. Despite calling ahead to ask about vegan options, I found there wasn't much choice upon speaking to the chef. I ended up with a mediocre pasta with tomato sauce, which I had to heavily season with hot sauce for flavor. The salad I ordered as an entre (INSALATA) cost $22, which I found ridiculous for the portion & ingredients. My friend had the bone marrow & oxtail pasta called'Angolotti'; he said it was bland, lacked flavor, & the portion was insufficient for the $35 price tag. When our bartender/waitress asked how it was & we expressed dissatisfaction, she simply took the plate away without further inquiry. Another friend had a creamy pasta that he found overly rich, & he informed the waitress. They also ordered the octopus entré ($28) to share, which they both disliked. The waitress kindly removed it from the bill but only compensated one of them with bread & a sauce, & then charged us for this'compensation.' They also shared the mushroom & prosciutto entré (funghi saltimbocca $23), which they found okay. Some of us left hungry. The service was decent, with hardworking waitstaff & an okay waitress/bartender. Overall, I recommend this place for drinks with friends. However, the food was not great & overpriced. I might return to try the actual menu once my vegan diet is over. For now, I'm giving this restaurant 2 stars. I hope this review helps both the business & the customers.
Juste un mot WOW ! Excellent restaurant, service impeccable :) c'est beau, la bouffe est juste parfaitement apprêtée & l'ambiance impeccable ! 1ère visite & de loin la dernière 🙌🫶
Apr 6, 2024
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2 stars just because the service was good. The food was awfully bad. No taste. The pasta was really bad. There are much better places for the price (even for less).
Outstanding food & service. Robert, Eddy & Victor made our experiance incredible. Tasting menu, wine pairings, explanations of the food in detail. Everything exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to have a great culinary experiance.
Mar 26, 2024
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Food is used to be really good , they recently changed the menu so i lowered the stars on the review, Place is always great, staff is nice & the terrace is cozy
My partner & I came here for our fifth year anniversary & let me tell you. DID NOT DISAPPOINT. One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. The atmosphere, our server, & the food was all exceptional. Come here if you're looking for a great meal with a cute environment. We are from New York & came to visit here for the weekend & this really set the bar high for other restaurants in Montreal. 12/10 experience.
Mar 2, 2024
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Nous avions réservés au bar du Chef, une accueil extraordinaire, c'était notre première fois & c'est comme si nous étions des clients réguliers! D'une gentillesse & sympathique qui fait défaut dans plusieurs restaurants presentement! Nourriture excellente, nous avions pris le menu dégustation & n'avons pas été déçu! Belle sélection de vin! Nous reviendrons!!! Merci pour cette belle soirée!
La serveuse au bar était bête, on dirait on la dérangeait , il fallait se lever pour avoir son attention pour commander . Les entrées sont très bonnes mais les pâtes laissent à désirer . Le décor est beau !
The food in this restaurant is delicious. The waiter, waitress & bus boys are welcoming & give good advice. Unfortunately, an employee dressed in a blue suit this evening was despising us & didn't accept observations. Instead of listening to us, he was rude.
