La bella Italiana - Montréal

After reading the positive reviews and looking over the impressive menu, we decided to give this restaurant a try. We were not let down. The freshness of the ingredients and the skill of the chefs were evident in every dish we tried. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered and will definitely be returning to this restaurant in the future.

This place is always super reliable in terms of flavours and quality. The calamari are always fresh with a delicious spicy sauce to accompany it. I often get the Gnocchi al Gorgonzola i never thought i could like any form of gorgonzola but this dish is a knockout. Also, can't resist the cannoli, they really don't skimp on the filling it's beautiful.

When we are craving pizza, this is our go-to spot. The wood oven pizza is top-notch with a wide variety of choices to satisfy any pizza lover. The crust is light and the toppings are just right, allowing the pizza to cook perfectly. The service is always friendly and efficient, with staff happy to accommodate any requests. The atmosphere is casual, but the noise level can be quite high due to the frequent gatherings and parties. This may not be the best option for a quiet or romantic meal. The decor is unfortunately shabby, with old and worn tables and chairs that are in need of replacement. The washrooms also require renovation. Despite the shortcomings in ambiance, this restaurant is still a great place for good pizza.

This was my first time visiting this restaurant. Finding parking in this area was a bit of a challenge. The restaurant seemed busy during lunchtime, which is usually a good sign. The lunch menu had a variety of options such as penne Romanov for $18, risotto with asparagus for $19, and lemon fish for $22. I decided to go with the pasta. The dish came with a choice of soup or salad, and I opted for the salad. It was fresh and well-prepared, just the way I like it - tasty and crunchy. The pasta portion was generous and the savory sauce was delicious. The French baguette was served piping hot, and it was the perfect accompaniment to my meal. After indulging in all those carbs, I was feeling quite satisfied and happy. I think it's time for a nap now.

Kind of upscale, kind of casual. Came later before closing but the staff was accommodating and seated us quickly. We ordered a pizza to share which was out in 15 mins tops. Waiters spoke english and french which helped (we're dumb Americans). It seems that this place is known more so for its gelato which we didn't get to try unfortunately due to the time. The pizza was very good, crust cooked well though it could've been cooked through a little more. Toppings were fresh and had great flavor from the sauce. It was served with this interesting pickled peppers blend which once topped on a slice gave it a rich peppery flavor. Sangria was good, made only a few fruit on top and in a decent size for the price. Overall would return and recommend this place. Try the gelato though because I couldn't :