A neighborhood Italian gem! The wine offerings are unique and pasta homemade. Steak tartar with pickled ramps and Québec asparagus were perfect. Focaccia on the table could not have been better. This cozy restaurant is worth the visit! read more

Nora Gray - Asparagus - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Cozy and friendly Italian spot that just blew us away dish after dish! We were greeted warmly and quickly attended to by a team of hosts, waiters and servers. As recommended, we planned on getting a variety of dishes and sharing. Started with a delicious and simple foccacia served with olive oil and spicy pepperocini. Followed by two of the smaller portions of pasta dishes which were very unique. One was essentially a pasta and asparagus representation of crab bisque. The other a lobster ravioli type unique pasta. Both were phenomenal and delicious. We finished with the pork chops that were perfectly cooked and paired extremely well with the salad on top. Oh and the wine recommendation was spot on, I couldn't ask for more! read more

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We had an absolutely fantastic meal here on a recent Friday evening. Service was excellent -- waiter took the time to walk us through the menu and point out any dishes that would not jive with our dietary preferences. Wine menu is superb and the pasta dishes were exquisite. We started with the focaccia and pepperoncini which was deliciously spicy. Then we had the tuna crudo which was a very large plate of perfectly sliced crudo in a light, savory sauce. We tried both the ravioli and the spaghetti, then shared the halibut entree. All were stand out favorites! Finally we finished w the panna cotta which was probably our least favorite part of the meal. It was a little too warm and the texture was too loose. If we lived closer we'd go back again soon!! Perfect ambiance for a special night out. read more

Delicious pasta and wonderful ambience! Had my bday dinner here October and it was still nice and warm to sit outside on the patio. Cozy atmosphere and attentive staff. The chef pasta special was so tasty and filling! The wine was divine. Only thing is my daughters dish was supposed to be tagliatelle but looked more like fettuccini. But Thank you for a memorable bday dinner! read more

Excellent place for a date or to sit down and enjoy some nice pork chops. Quality- everything I got on the appetizer menu was pretty good. The foacatta, rabbit leg, and vegetable appetizer were light and flavorful. The pasta however, was a bit lackluster though. Portions are extremely small and the mushroom flavor is very subtle. It didn't stand out to me as a mushroom spaghetti dish. Pork chops were excellent and well cooked. Quantity- it's expensive for the price. Atmosphere- clean and plenty of space. Service- very fast read more

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The food and service among some of the best we've ever had. Beautiful, relaxing venue. We sat at the bar and ordered dinner and they bought the food out in perfect order not rushed whatsoever. It could've been one of the most relaxing dinners we've ever had out. Highly recommend Nora Gray read more

We had an amazing dinner last night at Nora Gray, guided by our charming server Shelby. The melon & tomato salad, focaccia, pistachio pesto pasta and halibut were all delicious. Topped off by seasonal peach gelato! The only distraction was the choice of music - a little too loud and ill fitting. read more

Nora Gray is an upscale Italian restaurant. The ambiance here is simply unmatched. Nora Gray has nailed down boujee without being pretentious. This is a great restaurant to bring your date/ SO! We ordered 4 dishes. The portions are pretty small and the prices are high, but the flavour makes it all worth it. Each dish was rich with flavour and cooked perfectly. The service is amazing as well. Our server was attentive and extremely warm and friendly. We had a wonderful evening! read more

Nora Gray - Salad and cod fritters - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Foodies will love this place; it's also Definitely date night worthy! Dark inside so pretty romantic (refer to above). Nice wine & cocktail choices. Exceptional service. A short walk down the hill from the Metro so you can burn a few calories after dinner if you eat too much & opted to use public transit in order to enjoy a drink (or two)! read more

Nora Gray - Apricot cake - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Nora Gray is such a gem and has amazing vibes and food. The ambiance is perfect, with lower lights, low music, and very aesthetically pleasing decor. The portions were perfect for two people to share if you want to try several things. We started off with crudo which was very light and flavorful. We also got the fried zucchini flowers with rabbit sausage. This was one of the high notes of the meal. We then got half portions of the mushroom pasta and the lobster pasta. The lobster pasta was texturally a miss for me. The dough was rather chewy and a bit unpleasant for me. However, it could be amazing for others. We ended the meal with the grilled halibut dish. It was a bit too burnt on the top and it left us on a low note to end the meal. We elected to skip dessert due to this. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. Just as a tip to others, it takes about 30-45 minutes for the kitchen to prepare main courses based on the waitstaff so be prepared to order apps and entrees at the same time. read more

Our food was all delicious and very gourmet. There is a long wine list to choose from and the waiters are very good at describing the different options. We sat on the patio. We were initially worried about it since there's a lot of construction on the street but it was pleasant. I never went inside or use the bathroom. I think my only complaint is that the portions are pretty small so we were still hungry when we left but didn't want to order more due to the higher prices. read more

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Best pasta ever! The pork is also a must . It's on the fatter end and it was really tender. Very well done and service was spectacular. The ambience was also great and there's patio seating. read more

Nora Gray - Pork chop - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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When you think about all the restaurants in Montréal, this one is simply not the one that will Come to mind and would want to go back. It has been long on my list of "to try" but really could not say that I was amazed by the food. 1st try was with Visa Infinite where the restaurant sends you a box of food and wine for You to prepare at home since it was during the pandemic. Flavours were ok but not wow. Thought because it was the full experience. Decided to go directly to the restaurant after they reopened their dinning room. Don't get me wrong, food was good...just not memorable. It is also pricey since it is located downtown. read more

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Beautifully executed dishes!!!! Super delicious new-Italian food in a cozy, quaint little restaurant. Nora Gray has a few tables that seat from 2-6 people, and then a really elegant L-shaped bar, where you can eat and watch the staff create beautiful drinks. Save room for dessert, and I must admit they have the Best coffee in town! read more

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Heard so many amazing things about Nora Gray - we went for the NYE Prix Fixe menu. It was about $175 for a tasting menu which included fairly stale bread and the most bland risotto. I really wanted to like this spot as I had heard many great things but I was left extremely underwhelmed. Probably better to go for their a la carte menu as they seem to be better with their regular dishes. Honestly, there are much better Italian spots in Montreal I'd probably skip this one. read more

Had a wonderful meal here. The staff was deeply knowledgeable and perfectly struck the delicate balance of professional but not stuffy and gave great suggestions about food and wine choices. EXTRA kudos for the pace of the meal - They didn't rush us through, which was definitely appreciated, it's a lovely space and the meal was wonderful - so it was nice to savor it all. read more

We enjoyed an intimate, delicious dinner at Nora Gray our first evening in Montreal with friends. The location was about a 15 minute walk from our downtown Airbnb. The restaurant is small (maybe seats 30 indoors) and darkly lit. Very cozy. We had an early reservation and it was pretty quiet. Another (loud) group came in just as we were wrapping up and we were thankful that we were ready to go! Our server, Tao and somm, Gabby were young, knowledgeable and friendly. We were surprised by how casually they were dressed in an upscale environment but it certainly didn't affect our service! If anything, it added a trendy edge (Gabby was wearing overalls and a t-shirt) to our experience. There is an extensive wine menu and our friend who is a serious wine lover chose a lovely wine that everyone enjoyed. Everything we ordered was first rate and delicious with the exception of the fried polenta croquettes - I wouldn't order those again. They weren't bad, just not incredible. The Double Agnolotti were perfection... double pillows stuffed with mushrooms & grilled corn - the sauce was perfect and didn't suffocate the agnolotti. My hubby had the pork chop and it was intentionally fatty and tender. For dessert we shared the Walnut dacquoise, ricotta mousse, and poached pears - it was tasty but not what we expected. I like to share a dessert at the end of a good meal because it is just the right amount of sweet without eating an entire serving. Nora Gray was a great start to amazing dining in Montreal! read more

8.5/10: Nora Gray has an intimate feel, with its dimmed lighting, long wooden bar, and black leather finishes. The food was excellent. The risotto special with uni and ikura was phenomenal. The fish broth was steeped into the rice, without over-powering the subtlety of the uni. The squid ink pasta had a nice al dente texture, but could've used a bit more umami. The fish was poached to perfection. read more

Such a welcome change to be able to eat in typical restaurant setting. Bye bye Covid. Yet I do need to be constructively critical. The horse meat tartare had too many additives that the Haney taste was missing. And add a quail egg to get the texture right. Zucchini flowers are too delicate to cover in thick tomato sauce, they should shine on their own. Loved the fresh made Cavatalia. Would go again. read more

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We made Friday dinner reservation at this well-known restaurant specializing in Southern Italian cooking. It's located in a residential neighborhood. The interior was cozy, and somewhat dark. Our wood leather booth in the back was comfortable. Our vegetarian dining companions were so mesmerized by the antipasti menu offerings that we decided to try all of them family style, followed by individual primi selections, foregoing the more carnivore secondi dishes. The fluke crude, Matane shrimp ricotta, radicchio, lobster asparagus were all very fresh, well-seasoned and beautifully-plated. Especially loved the appetizing spring salad. We made the right choices! Among the linguine and ravioli primi choices, the star was the daily special of stuffed pasta our server recommended. The bottle of 2019 Russo dell emilia nicely complimented our meal. We read more

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I saw this restaurant listed on several "best of" lists and had driven by it several times so I've been meaning to go for a while. I went for a work dinner and the ambiance was perfect for that. It has a beautiful bar and the place was not overcrowded. Service was very good as was the food, particularly the burrata. I had the quail with cabbage rolls so it was a very homey meal yet elevated. It's silly but I do notice when a restaurant has nice soap in the bathrooms (Aesop in this case). The one thing that I found odd was at dessert time I asked for tea since I'm not a coffee drinker and the restaurant said they did not have tea. Wasn't sure if it was just that day or in general but they offered hot water and lemon instead. I'm all for detoxing so not a problem for me but this is the first time running into this situation at any restaurant. read more

Nora Gray - Quail with cabbage roll - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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It's not often that I get disappointed except I was. Small little trendy place in the middle of a residential area which is quite nice. The staff was friendly and explained everything on the menu. We ordered few different plates and shared them. We ordered Grilled Pork chops, presentation was fab and the sauce delish but I had to ask myself what I was eating. I think I had maybe 2 bites of meat and the rest was fat, grilled fat.The pasta we ordered looked like candy wrappers which was cool, stuffed with carrot purée in a velvety sauce and under cooked which I ignored because they were good. Lastly the dessert Mascarpone dumpling with chocolate sauce except the cheese inside was frozen. I returned it and they apologized because it was suppose to be smooth cheese not frozen. All in all I don't mind spending money on good food but for the price I paid it just wasn't good enough. Overpriced and less than mediocre food. Not sure if I would recommend this place. read more

Nora Gray - people sitting at a bar - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I feel compelled to write a review after such a great experience at Nora Gray tonight. Things I loved: 1. Arrived a few minutes before our rez time and our table wasn't ready. We went to the bar and ordered 2 glasses of wine. At the end of our meal, we were told the wine was on the house because of the wait. Way to my heart!!! 2. Food was truly delicious. Salad was simple and bright. Pasta was fresh and inventive. My husband said the lamb was the best he's ever had (and he does not throw around superlatives lightly). 3. Pasta was in a delicious white wine/butter sauce. Just as we finished the last of the mezzalunas, a waitress floated by with some extra pieces of torn foccacia to mop up the sauce. I mean, come on. 3. Ambiance is fun, friendly, and cozy. Not pretentious or stuffy at all. So glad to have eaten here tonight. Food, service, ambiance...hit all the marks. read more

Top notch! Not only was the server outstanding in his wine knowledge and recommendations but he also made fantastic suggestions for food. We were a group of 7 people and we shared amazing appetizers and pastas/mains. I'd recommend enjoying it this way as there is so much that is worth trying. This place is an absolutely must do in Montreal. read more

I am so happy we were able to get in here. This meal was possibly one of the best meals I have ever had! Our server was simply perfect! She guided us through our courses and helped us pick out the best wine I have ever tasted. She was warm and friendly and was part of the family by the end of the meal. The guinea fowl meatballs were so good and the rib steak for 2 was one of the best meals I have put in my body! This little gem off the beaten path is a must go when in Canada! We were also able to try the duck breast, which we were informed that the chef went to a farm to pick up the day before! It was absolutely heavenly! read more

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To celebrate a close friend's wedding, 7 of us had supper at Nora Gray and we were not disappointed! I really enjoyed the ambiance and coziness of the restaurant. Like other reviews, I did find the dim lighting rather dark but it didn't hinder our experience at all. We decided to go family style and order different dishes to share so that we could try as much as possible. Wine: We ordered 3 bottles of wine but the one that stood out to me was the Orange wine from the Québec winery Francine Pinard et Filles. It was light, not too acidic but not sweet and had a lot of flavour. It was very unique and apparently the winery only produces a small number of bottles per year, which are only sold to select restaurants in Québec. It was priced around $60, which was responsible for the 7 of us. Highly recommend it! Appetizers: -Burrata with tomatoes -Dip with caviar and sliced vegetables -Beef tartar -House salad with nuts and shaved parmesan The salad and burrata were my favourites. Pasta's: -Ravioli stuffed with pig's head -Orecchiette in tomato sauce -Caramelle stuffed with smoked eggplant Each pasta was absolutely fantastic. I could have eaten each plate of pasta all to myself! I highly recommend splurging and ordering each pasta dish on the menu, it's worth it. Mains: -Steak with grilled vegetables and blue cheese -Arctic Char with a lemon cream sauce The steak was delicious and the arctic char was very good but didn't stand out like the steak. Desserts: -Mint cake stuffed with mascarpone and a vanilla gelato. Very good, a bit dense though. -a Variety of Gelato's with sesame. so creamy and delicious and a great way to digest our meal. -Coffee's came with an almond cookie, which may be one of the best cookies I've ever had. It was chewy, not too sweet but fluffy. Overall, we had a wonderful experience! My only disappointment was that the waiters and waitresses were not knowledgeable with food intolerances. One person in our group is gluten and lactose intolerant and they had trouble understanding what she could be served. It took multiple questions and even at that they served her a milk based dessert. They also thought parmesan would be suitable for her... For a high end restaurant rated #24 in Canada, I was expecting them to be able to accommodate these intolerances or at least be knowledgeable. Just a note to anyone with food allergies! read more

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This is definitely one of the best Italian restaurant in Montreal that I have been to! Despite being highly rated in the foodie community, this restaurant is not pretentious at all; decor is simple, laid-back and contemporary. I went here with a business partner and we were both able to enjoy ourselves casually without feeling the pressure to suit up for the establishment. At Nora Gray, Focus was definitely on the food, rather than decor. I ordered a burrata cheese as appetizer, with a lamb ragout pasta and grilled octopus as first and second courses. I can't think of anything bad to say on the food! Octopus was grilled to the perfection and burrata was so fresh, that it squeaked when I cut through it! read more

Nora Gray - Grilled octopus - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I preface this with the assumption that it may have been an off day. I use Eater to research my culinary adventures, Nora Gray has been on many of their lists for quite some time so when there was an open reservation available, we snatched it. Service - 3.5 - We were recommended a bottle which they ran out of, which is fine, but our appetizers came before the wine, huge no no (first world problems, I know) Food - 3 1. Tortellini soup was under-cooked slightly, needed an additional minute or two 2. Calamari, I've never had it raw, but was slimy and under seasoned. 3. Meatball, lacks flavor, could only taste the sauce on top, nothing inside, even the par cooked egg inside. (needed salt) 4. Braised short rib - this was the best dish with depth of flavor, texture and technique Decore - 3.5 very dark, folks a few table over had to use their phones to read the menu. Wine - 4 very good selection w/knowledge staff. IMO, I'd recommend trying other spots on the Eater list before Nora Gray. Joe Beef, HVOR, Le Fantome etc. come to mind. read more

Nora Gray - Meatball with par cooked egg inside. Ask for salt and pepper, bland. - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Intimate restaurant in an offbeat residential area in Montreal. Great antipasti. Delicious handmade pasta. Wonderful service. A fantastic experience. read more

Amazing upscale Italian restaurant. The pasta and other mains are delicious. Highly recommend.

On any given night, Nora Gray has previously risen to five star status without breaking a sweat. It had been about a year since I had last eaten here, so my expectations were quite high. As with most upper tier Montreal restaurants, reservations must be made well in advance, especially if you don't fancy dinner at 5:30pm or 9:30pm. Upon arrival, we were immediately seated and began perusing their impressive wine list. We settled on a crisp yet slightly funky French white wine which paired beautifully with their Italian dishes. If you read my reviews, you know that I like to try a whole bunch of dishes. Worst case scenario of course is that there is too much food on the table. So many servers are quick to warn against this, often vocally discouraging ordering that extra appetizer. This was the case again at Nora Gray. We ordered the salad, the fish stuffed zucchini flowers, and the burrata with tomatoes. For mains, my wife ordered the scallops and I got the duck. The waitress was a little put off by this and suggested a half salad. I absolutely love their salad. It's simple but extremely well dressed and unique. I wasn't having it for a second. Bring me the full portion of lettuce. I'll risk the upset stomach. The brandade stuffed zucchini flowers was served in a tasty tomato sauce with fresh anchovies. This is one fishy-tasting dish. Extremely old school and about as unhip as you can get. That's ok! I dug it. It's nice to try something old school. There's only so many salmon tartares a guy can scoop into his mouth before he passes out from boredom. The burrata with tomatoes tasted like burrata with tomatoes. It's a delicious dish. You've had it at dozens of restaurants, and for good reason; It's a classic and Nora Gray's version is no exception. Combined with some delicious bread and a spicy pepper salsa/relish, I was scared as to my ability to find room in my belly for the main courses. My fears were completely unfounded. My wife's scallop dish, while pretty, was smaller than any of the appetizers. Four cute scallops on top of some peas. I could have popped these into my mouth in about 20 seconds. My duck was slightly more substantial, but still diminutive; perhaps 4 ounces of a magret. Placed atop a small bed of corn "risotto", the value of this dish falls a bit short at 32$. It was tasty, but I have had far better. Beyond talking about value however, I really don't get the scare tactics about ordering too much at the onset of the meal. The appetizers are sized bigger than the mains! This was not always so at Nora Gray. About 3 years back, I remember having a huge plate of ribs or a large veal chop. These cute little dishes are more like sampling portions than a proper main. Sure, at the bottom of the menu they have a rib steak for 2 for a cool 100$ which is another extreme altogether. It would be nice to have normal portions somewhere in the middle. For dessert, we had the vegan chocolate tart. If they had a normal chocolate tarte, trust me, I would have ordered that instead. We are talking about a dessert with no milk, no eggs, no butter. It's shaped like pie, but it essentially tasted like sweetened roughage. I'm not a vegan, nor do I understand how to best prepare vegan dishes. I will say however, that if you are cooking for those with dietary restrictions, why not try to create something original rather than reproduce a makeshift copy of a mainstream food that never rises up to the original? Have you ever tried kosher pepperoni?, vegetarian bacon?, non dairy creamer?, gluten free bread? This dessert reminded me of those imitation foods. The strawberry shortcake was lovely however. The vibe here is always cozy and the service is always excellent. Usually, I love their pasta creations, but the other night, none of the offerings spoke to me. I haven't given up on Nora Gray and some of my quips are minor. By and large, this is a great restaurant with a few hiccups on my last visit. read more

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My favorite italian restaurant in Montreal. Discrete and warm ambiance, it doesn't look like much from the outside. Service is prompt and professional, they make you feel welcome and value your business. All the plates are delicious and often offered in half-portions, which is a big plus for smaller appetites. The wine selection is excellent, great suggestions from the staff. read more

Stunning food and friendly service. We got the fried smelts and croquettes for antipasti. Both delicious. The bolognaise stole the show, just insane. And our secondi was cooked to perfection and the sauce was to die for. The ricotta cake for dessert, DELISH and gelato of course. This was an amazing experience and we left super happy and full. This will be one of my favorite go to restaurants now! read more

This review is a 4.5 stars in which I rounded down. We had an exceptional dining experience! It was Tuesday night, we came with no reservation but fortunately they had a table. The atmosphere was perfect for date night: dim, cozy and comfortable. The servers were knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. They answered all our odd questions! Couldn't take well lit photos, but honestly I couldn't wait to try the food. For starters, we got the bread, and the fish tartar. I was disappointed that they did not offer bread anyways, as most Italian restaurants would. The tartar was delicious, with the sea urchin mayonnaise, accompanied with fresh herbs to cut through the richness. Next, we got a completo sized goat cheese gnocchi. The homemade ham, chanterelle mushrooms and fresh cheese really gave it a wonderful flavour. The main, halibut with asparagus was well executed as well. For dessert, we got the Neapolitan ice cream cake. The food was delicious, but for the price we paid I was hoping for a wow factor. Nonetheless, this restaurant lives up to its reputation. read more

Nora Gray - Fish tartar - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

This place is so good. Everything about it is worth gushing over. The cocktails were amazing. The service was great. The food was impeccable. The decor outside and inside was very nice. I loved the ambience. We had a variety of cocktails and they were all delicious; crisp and refreshing and pleasing to the eye. We started with the veal skewers - I usually stay away from veal but this was really yum and the olive oil potatoes... I could have a bowl of it and be very very happy. For entrée, I had the pork collar. They only make it medium pink and it was cooked to perfection. So juicy and so so so flavorful. 10/10 I definitely recommend this place! read more

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Another place I like to visit while in Montreal. Good food. Great service. Beautiful restaurant.

I had never had the pleasure of dining at this establishment although it's been on my to do for years. Under the circumstances, I thought I'd settle for some takeout instead. I can assure you I did not compromise anything as the food and service was stupendous! Firstly, hands down, the best pasta I have ever had!! The pappardelle were perfectly al dente, and the bolognese sauce was oh so delicious, rich and flavourful and just enough to cover the pasta but not overwhelm the dish. As for desserts, the pistachio financier was amazing! The cake was moist and the orange flavoured syrup was just the perfect combo. Do not pass on the gelato either, available in a variety of flavours, I opted for classic vanilla, and it was the perfect pairing to the sweet dessert. Saving the amaretti for a rainy day but the struggle is real cause they look divine! If takeout was this amazing, I can only imagine the in-house dining experience and I can hardly wait to go! read more

Nora Gray - Papardelle bolognese - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Dinner was so amazing. We asked for suggestions and the person serving us offered to surprise us with different offerings. We agreed. She asked us a few questions about allergies, likes and dislikes. So fun to not know what was coming. We got to sample items we never would have thought to try. We are planning our next visit already. read more

My husband and I had a wonderful experience here. We had a reservation and asked to sit outside and were able to. The staff was so friendly, some of the best service we've had. We shared the foccacia, lobster/asparagus appetizer (our favorite!!), two pastas (ramp linguini and gnocci with fiddleheads) and halibut. We had a special, rhubarb tart, for dessert. It was nice to get half portions of the pastas so we could share and taste more things. Overall the portions were somewhat small but we left full. The ingredients were super fresh. read more

Nora Gray - Ramp linguini and gnocci with fiddleheads (half portions) - Italian Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Overall it was a great experience. I took my parents to Nora Grey for some nouveau Italian after hearing good things about it. The minimalist decor was very soothing to me and the service attentive and warm. Our waitress was very knowledgeable about all the dishes on the menu. All three main dishes were perfectly executed, perfectly. I felt that the two starters lacked a bit of something. Don't get me wrong, they were good, just not "wow" good. I would definitely come back in the future. read more

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