Boasting upscale Italian cuisine with homemade pastas, fresh meats, and sumptuous desserts, Taormina Lounge has been delighting its patrons for over 30 years. Our menus is strong on variety and originality and we work with only the freshest of ingredients and seasonings to compliment our recipes from the old country. Taormina Lounge also offers renowned Private Dining facilities for Banquets, Parties, and special events that can accommodate any taste or budget considerations.
Taormina Lounge is described as a reliable favorite for Italian dining where authentic flavors, generous portions, and consistently high quality shine in every visit; dining experiences range from romantic meals on a terrace overlooking the water to hosting weddings, baby showers, and other celebrations with warm, attentive service and smooth organization for events, including menu variety and the option of in house music and a photo booth to elevate the occasion; guests praise the welcoming atmosphere, the scenic location, comfortable ambiance, and the view of the river, with many noting easy access and parking behind the restaurant, and highlighting the upstairs event space as a standout feature; the menu is admired for authentic Italian dishes and a well balanced wine list and desserts such as tiramisu, while portions are generous and presentation is appealing; while service is frequently described as exceptional, some comments mention slower service during busy times due to staffing, as well as occasional acoustics challenges; overall, the reviews position Taormina Lounge as a hidden gem that many would recommend for both casual dinners and special events, with guests expressing enthusiasm to return.
I hosted a surprise birthday party at this wonderful restaurant during the holidays in 2025 & the entire experience exceeded every expectation. The food was absolutely delicious. Authentic Italian dishes full of flavour, beautifully prepared with generous portions.
What truly made the night unforgettable was the amazing staff. Everyone was incredibly kind, attentive, & accommodating. I want to give a special shout?out to Elena & the owner, Paolo, who went above & beyond to make us feel welcome & make our evening extra special. Elena was incredibly kind, friendly, & patient, offering thoughtful recommendations from the table d'hôte menu. She even managed to secure a DJ for us during the busiest time of the year-the Christmas holidays-which made the celebration even more memorable. Elena is truly a superstar & Paolo was equally incredible. The staff's warmth, professionalism, & genuine hospitality made the evening feel effortless.
Whether you're planning an event or simply looking for a great place to dine out, I highly recommend this restaurant. The atmosphere is inviting, the food is outstanding, & the staff is incredible. A hidden gem in Montreal & an absolute must?try, offering the perfect setting for any celebration or a night out.
Celebrated my birthday at this lovely resto & we had a delightful dinner. Food was delicious, rich & flavorful. The pasta, the calamari, the bruschetta, the bread. Oh the portion was generous too! The ambience was very welcoming. Elena & Pedro were very attentive, so very nice & friendly. It feels like home. We found a new favorite & definitely will come back again. Thank you so much Taormina for the warm reception ❤? 🩷!!!
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We recently dined at Taormina restaurant on Tuesday (the 27th of May, my hubbys birthday). We had a wonderful experience on the terrace & enjoyed our drinks with a great view of the lake. The bruschetta was incredible & so was the vegetable soup & our main courses were very tasty & well presented. We will be going back.
We discovered Taormina Lounge 10 years ago when we were invited to a friends 40th birthday party. We fell in love with their upstairs party room & we chose to have our oldest daughters Sweet 16 there. The decor & food were outstanding & their dance floor set up was a huge hit. This weekend, 6 years later, we hosted our youngest daughters Sweet 16. Once again, the party was a huge success. We had to move it from last week after that huge snow storm. Elena & Paolo were so understanding & we were blessed that they accommodated us with every change that comes with rescheduling a big event. The food was excellent & the service from their staff was amazing. They do a fabulous job & their passion for their business is evident in every aspect of their operation. We highly recommend Taormina Lounge for all your special occasions or just a great spot to enjoy great food. ❤?
Taormina Lounge was the perfect venue for the milestone birthday celebration. Helena made the planning effortless, with outstanding food & impeccable 5-star service. My guests were thoroughly impressed & still can't stop talking about it. Huge thanks to Helena & her team for an unforgettable evening!
We celebrated my birthday at Taormina with my family. We were a group of 14. Everyone had a good experience. The food & attention given, especially from the ower, Elena, was greatly appreciated. We are looking forward to our next visit.
We were there for a friend's birthday, a party of 18. It is his favorite restaurant, & he lives locally. The food was wonderful, I had the grilled octopus for an appetizer which was done to perfection. For the main course, I had the lamb chops which again were done to perfection. The service was great & staff was engaging. I can see why it is his favorite restaurant.
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Excellent restaurant...food quality & service beyond reproach. Our party of 10 enjoyed another birthday celebration here. All were impressed with the food & friendly personalized service. I highly recommend for from a dinner for two to big celebrations...they're experts in accommodating large groups.
We had a 30+ reservation for our son's 30th birthday & had the space upstairs for us. Bar, music & really nice atmosphere for cocktail hour. Once seated, service was on point, staff friendly & professional, for a 30+ group, everyone was served their appetizers & meal at same time & hot. Food was very good! Shrimp, octopus & veal especially delicious. A very big thank you for a lovely evening.
I had dinner here last night for my friends birthday & I loved every minute of it. The staff is sooo nice & welcoming that I had to leave a review. There's just something about having a 10/10 service & an amazing meal. We ordered the taormina pizza, lasagna & the gigi vivaldi & I still can't get over how good it was. The pizza is a MUST try with their chilli oil!
I've been to this place many times & I've had amazing meals. Elena is the best. She knows how to take care of you & makes you feel welcomed. The staff is very attentive & affable. I've been around many restaurants in Montreal & this one stands out & is my go to Italian spot. Going there tonight for a belated birthday celebration.
