Loved this place. Small with obvious locals there dining…read more The lamb shank was SO tender with yummy risotto. My husband tried the seafood risotto which he loved. Our waiter could recommend wine to suit each dish.

I love Bis. There's so many Italian restaurants to choose in Montreal and a lot of them are also 5…read morestar experiences, I just personally love this, especially when I'm in the area for work. It's near the hotels I usually stay at and near my office. Plus, the restaurant is intimate, the manager takes the time to come over and talk to you and ensure they have something that you would like, and for someone that gluten-free they take the time to actually go over what they have to offer. Bis has an extensive menu and an even bigger list of wines to choose from. They offer some of the classic Italian favorites, as well as more family-recipe style recipes that belong at your Italian family dinner table rather than on your common menu. All of their sauces are gluten-free and delicious, plus they keep a gluten free pasta available. I've never had a bad experience here and so far the colleagues and family that have joined me feel the same.

We popped into Rita not sure what to expect, but walked out very pleased! Service was warm and…read morefriendly, food was spectacular! We had the two specials, the trout and corn pasta, and the prosciutto pizza. Everything was fantastic, well executed, and perfectly seasoned. Dessert was unique and delicious. Wine was so good, too! The server had the perfect recommendation. We sat outside, all around good vibes. Will be back!

Beautiful restaurant in Verdun with amiable service. Our food arrived very quickly. The ambiance…read morewas amazing. The food was a let down. We had carbonara pasta and Lia Pizza. Pasta was well cooked but it was way too salty. Pizza was soggy due to the tomato sauce, the ingredients were better, and the crust were super burnt. We did notify the waiter about it. Overall, the experience was fun but the food was below average and overpriced.

C'est beau! Our last night in Montreal with friends was…read morespent at Da Emma, which is tucked away underground like a delicious little secret. I LOVED the old-world charm, stone walls, and cozy atmosphere. It made it feel as though we'd stumbled into someone's Italian grandmother's wine cellar. We had the first reservation of the evening, (there were only 2 openings available when we booked 24 hrs prior), so for a brief, glorious moment, the place was quiet, quaint, and all ours! A perfect setting for four friends to unwind and reflect on a fantastic trip. The tables filled quickly, the volume rose accordingly, and suddenly the cozy atmosphere became a lively chorus of conversations. Thankfully, the food, drinks, décor, and our gracious waiter compensated for the noise. The seating is intimate--very intimate. At one point, my friend and I attempted to leave our table but found ourselves temporarily trapped by a waiter taking an order at the neighboring table. We accepted our fate, waited patiently, and were eventually released back into civilization. Service moves at a relaxed pace here, so the two-hour reservation limit is spot on. We weren't in any rush to get back to our rental, so we happily settled into the rhythm of the evening. Pasta, cappuccino, tiramisu... oh my. A fitting finale to a wonderful Montreal getaway with good friends, great food, and just enough table-side captivity to keep things memorable.

Some of the best Italian food ever! DaEmma was highly recommended by a friend. We made the…read morerecommended reservation & were seated promptly. The decor was quaint, old European, setting the perfect ambiance for Italian dining. Our waiter was friendly & attentive. The complimentary bruschetta and our main entrees of meatballs and veal stuffed ravioli were delicious. Perfect serving portions. We will definitely be back when we travel to Montreal. A must when in Montreal. Enjoy!

Ubicado al frente del canal LaChine con una hermosa vista encontramos este restaurante Italiano con…read moreun menu bastante variado y delicioso, el servicio fue excelente y la comida exquisita con unos precios bastante razonables, súper recomendado!!!

After not seeing my sister for a few years due to the pandemic and her being across seas we decided…read morewhen she got down our first dinner would be here. On Thursday night at 6 pm my family and myself got a nice spot outside as it was still warm out. We noticed most people were inside and we were the only group outside. Our waiter was very nice at first but noticed he got extremely overwhelmed maybe because we were a group of 5 or because he kept forgetting about us outside. The worst part about this entire evening was how sick I was and my sister. We both got the mussels and they had a weird smell to them but I only noticed after I ate half my plate. Let me tell you I regret that meal terribly ! We have been sick for days! my father meal was this extremely tough veal Milanese it was not good. What a let down. My mom got the smoked salmon and there was barely anything like no salmon. What a mess. It saddens me to write this but I'll most likely never be back here. After spending $350 on what was supposed to be a beautiful night out and a welcome back dinner for my sister this left us all sad and disappointed.

Our first time here last night, but it won't be the last!…read more Getting a table is tricky and no reservations... this is a why the bar was completely taken by diner after diner. Luckily, the maître d worked it out for us to come back in an hour for a table of 5 (no small feat)... we were happy to do this. Once seated, the service was fun, friendly and professional. We decided to order family style with calamari to start and everyone gets a salad. Of all the dishes we tried (cavatelli, ravioli, rigatoni) my fave was the fried cod on asparagus risotto. This dish was perfection, we loved it. Great place, look forward to returning soon.

It's good food & service... The staff are friendly. You need…read moreto pick your time as they don't give reservations.

The space at Graziella feels calm and polished, perfect for a leisurely lunch or a quiet catch-up…read more The food itself was decent. Flavours were there, presentation was nice, nothing groundbreaking but solid. Here's where it fell apart: the service was painfully slow. What's frustrating is that it wasn't even that busy. Aside from a company group, the restaurant was fairly quiet. There were more than enough staff on floor and in the kitchen to handle the flow, but dishes and drinks still took forever to come out. It's a shame, because the ambiance and food had potential for a lovely lunch. But when the pace drags like that, it takes away from the whole experience.

wow such a treat…read morehighly recommend you trying service impeccable food was divine from the first course of stuffed zucchini blossoms salad to balance things agnolotti with the most aromatic broth that you just want to drink to the lamb shank wow and the owner is so personable and hugo our waiter/host really a beautiful experience

Yes been here once by fluck and this time for a surprise party. Although this second time was a set…read moremenu I recall first time the food was good esp. the pasta which I rarely eat. Service was good even though I had wine spilled the waiter acted fast and apologized so many times. I felt bad at the end. Food was good. I had veal and when I told them I do not eat pasta the fixed me up quickly with an antipasti....nice touch.

I've been going to this restaurant for years. Still one of the nicest places in the city. The food…read moreand service are outstanding.

We had an absolutely fantastic meal here on a recent Friday evening. Service was excellent --…read morewaiter 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.

We were very disappointed after our most recent visit. After coming here in the past, and loving…read moreit, we had high expectations. To start, Service was very slow. There's some understanding when things take long when folks are busy, but for a 8:30 reservation we didn't order any food a little after 9:30pm. After only being served drinks for that first hour plus, we were hungry. We ordered bread. It never came. Salad came first, dropped and walked away. I took 2 bites and the look on my face prompted my wife to ask me what was wrong. Rotting greens was wrong. The arugula/spinach was rotting in plain view, and on my tounge. You know that taste of bitter greens, it tastes kinda slimy? Ugh. My wife immediately flagged the server down. They went to talk to the kitchen. Coming back, the server offered us a new dish, "maybe one that has less dressing" completely ignoring the issue in front of everyone and playing it like this was a preference thing, or our fault, as opposed to serving us inedible food and acknowledging that. I know right from there that we were going to have a bad time because when a restaurant messes up, and they blame you? It's like you're stuck in quicksand, not to recover. That exactly happened as the meal got worse. Then came the pastas, this was supposed to redeem everything. It didn't. The tagliatelle was cut in what seemed 5 different sizes, looked like pasta scraps. Looking beyond that the mushrooms were gritty and pretty dirty. Not a great taste again. Not really seasoned, just oil and dirt. The dish looked like a rush job, an after thought for a restaurant that prides itself on pasta. There was also the ravioli, which was also rushed as some of the pasta was undercooked. It was hard, and crunchy. Again, not a good mouth feel experience. My wife flagged the server down again, and we were dismissed again, they said "our pastas are generally cooked that way" Undercooked? Yikes. I'm not done yet, then came the beef. Preparation continued to be an issue as it was so tough we couldn't eat it all. Chew chew fest. We had half a plate of food untouched and the server came to say, "I'm all done for the night, bye." He knew we were disappointed left and right, dismissed us as it being our problem, and then bailed. New server didn't come until he was forced to clear our half eaten plate. No desert was offered, and we never got that bread... Needless to say I was excited to come back, and now we will never come back. I was also excited about the other restaurants, which we will never go to either. After $100+ per person, we left the restaurant still hungry :( We've sent dozens of people to Nora Gray over the years, and that will cease as well. Don't go, there's so many other places in Montreal that won't gaslight you when they mess up. Or just, won't mess up this way in the first place. We sent a email to avoid a public negative review. They said they "unfortunately don't remember it that way." More gaslighting and deflecting the problem. Don't worry, I'll make sure you're reminded. This review is a reminder of our experience, since you all seemed to have forgotten so quickly. Stay away. Buyer beware.