Have you ever had cannoli for an appetizer? No? If you come to Basilico for dinner you are in for a…read morereal treat. The sugar in the mascarpone and ricotta filling is substituted with dried tomatoes, the shell is light and crisp, this beauty is sitting on a bed of reduced balsamic vinegar and pesto. Delicious as everything else we had for dinner. Arancini is a classical dish cooked to perfection. Pizza is well executed. The service is amazing! Wine and cocktails list are well thought through. Nuns Island finally got a real Italian joint and I'm so happy about it!

From the owner: Basilico Pizza and Pasta is a restaurant that specializes in serving authentic Italian cuisine. Our…read moremenu features a variety of delicious handcrafted pizzas, fresh pastas, and other classic Italian dishes that are made with the freshest ingredients. We take pride in using only the finest quality ingredients to prepare our food, and our chefs work tirelessly to ensure that each dish is cooked to perfection. Our cozy and inviting atmosphere is perfect for enjoying a meal with friends, family, or colleagues. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner for two or a casual lunch with coworkers, Basilico Pizza and Pasta is the perfect destination. Come visit us today and experience the true taste of Italy!

This was the first place we ate at as we rolled into town, and it didn't disappoint. When you walk…read morein, you're greeted by the wonderful smells of charcoal grilled meat. The atmosphere is upbeat, casual, and modern. The papaya salad had great texture and balance, highly recommend. Our server Kevin was very friendly and attentive, and gave us advice on some local spots. We found the stuffed wings to be very flavorful, although we thought the sausage inside could have been juicier (it was just a tad dry). But overall, great place to get a bite! Oh, and the cocktail & their house lager was delicious!

I was attracted to Street Monkey because it was Cambodian food which is rare to find but familiar…read morein that it was Southeast Asian. We started with cocktails. I had a Lucy Liu which was delicious and had a little kick to it. The Thai basil was great counterpoint. The service was helpful and prompt and the gentleman knew the menu well. We started with the pork belly and shrimp chip combo that was in a slight sauce of red curry. The spices and flavor were delicious. We also ordered the pickled vegetables which was refreshing contrast to the meat. We also ordered stuffed chicken wings and green papaya salad. We ended with the desert of mango with sticky rice. The mango was perfectly ripe and sweet and tart enough to contrast with the coconut milk sweetened sticky rice. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the cooks work in the kitchen. The space and ambiance were lovely.

Frankly one of the best meals I've had ever…read more The mussels and fries were top notch; tender yet not smushy, not too salty a flavor, a quality white wine seafood broth. The little gnocchi were appropriately textured, with a nice pesto sauce to go along. It was filling without being overbearing. The lemon flavor in the gnocchi was a brilliant addition. The salad mentonnaise used really fresh radicchio and pine nuts. The orange vinaigrette gave the salad a really nice touch. The Dijon leek emulsion for the leeks vinaigrette was really neat, and helped give the braised leeks a lot of charcacter. The

4.5 stars! My mom and I visited Buvette Nicole during our last night in Montreal. The ambiance was…read morecool and it was packed when we arrived around 730pm on a Monday night, which was a great sign. Our waiter, Jordan, was very personable and recommended his favourite dishes. I chose the French onion soup and salmon entree, my mom went with the escargot to start and the pork chop for her main. The soup was so rich and delicious, my mom loved the snails. The salmon was cooked perfectly and my mom also enjoyed her pork chop. We also ordered a side of Brussels sprouts which were super tasty too. The portions were surprisingly large so we couldn't finish everything. They had asked us to switch tables partway through dining to accompany a larger party, which was fine for us and they offered us a complimentary dessert for the trouble. Since we were stuffed, we took the dessert to go. It was a deconstructed dulce de leche cheesecake and it was rich and so tasty. Would definitely return!

La Socca is well hidden neighbourhood restaurant…read more Their food is overall very nice. I can't pretend I have experimented entirely with the menu, but my dining partners have been always happy with the pasta dishes and salmon tartar. They also have fresh oysters to start the night with although the three dollars per oyster yesterday seemed a little bit overpriced. Most of the dishes are offered in two sizes, appetizer and main course version, perfect way to control you calories intake or if you want to deviate from the kids menu for your little ones.The goat cheese filo salad during my last visit was delicious. The wine list seems to be dominated by French choices, more then a half of the wines are available by glass, so you are not obliged to go with a bottle. Service is friendly and polite. The best is the terrace during the summer, you can dine or just grab a beer and appetizer outdoors. La Socca may not necessarily deserve a trip to Nun's Island from faraway neighbourhoods, but it is a wonderful dining option if you are nearby.

Anyone who lives on the Nuns Island knows that good restaurants are a rarity. Luckily, my husband…read morediscovered La Socca and brought me here for dinner one night. The restaurant itself is romantic and cozy with many tables and a large bar area and the menu is varied. All I can really tell you, because it was outstanding, is that the steak tartare is an absolute must here! Although we tried a few dishes, I still can't get over how amazing their tartare is and therefore want to center the review on its glorious deliciousness - it's as close to Parisian tartare as you'll get in the city so if you go, you have to order this dish! The service is impeccable, and the food is outstanding. Can't really ask for more! Will definitely 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.

The staff was really friendly . Everything we ordered was great . We started off with Caesar…read moresalads. We order 3 appetizers Meat balls , Beef Tartare and coquettes .. Meatball were juicy and had an amazing sauce that had a little kick to them. For our main course we decide to share a BTL pizza which was very tasty and light . We also shared the seafood spaghetti. The seafood was cooked perfectly. The service and food was amazing. Rita is a sure Hit . We will be back !

Yes, this settles it. This is definitely my favorite restaurant in Montreal…read more Montadito (10/10): A perennial menu item, and a must-order. Having this as the first bite is like heaven in your mouth. So much flavor and texture!!! Radicchio+Escarole (8/10): refreshing and delicious! Loved the pecorino topping Strozzapreti (9/10): The pasta was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also the perfect saltiness and was so, so savory. Rabbit was tender and delicious. Crazy good. Pintade (8/10): Guinea fowl was cooked well. Very tender. Skin was crispy. The sauce delicious. The peas and beans soaked it up and were bursting with flavor. Flan (7/10): Pretty standard flan. Slightly elevated with the cream and dulce de leche. I think the semifreddo is a better option, though. 2 years since my first visit, the service is still amazing. Beyond 1-star Michelin level even. The staff are extremely attentive, fast, and helpful. All of that without making you feel rushed to get through your meal (as sometimes happens with 2- or 3-star Michelin). Get this place a Michelin star!!

Super cute corner spot in a quaint neighbourhood…read more Small menu so suggest ordering multiple dishes. Staff helped choose some great wine! Had a nice time and would go back.

Nice place to go for Sunday brunch with friends! We were seated by the window. Service was great!…read moreHad a hearty brunch dish!

Great service, varied menu. I have had every seafood dish and they are delicious. We love this…read moreneighborhood restaurant. Free parking in the parking lot across the street. Delicious desserts.