
Well-appointed Italian eatery & bar featuring streetside seating, martinis & ladies’ nights.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 6741 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2S 3C7, Canada
Phone: +1 514-325-1300
Website: http://www.cornelipizza.com/
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Reviews
The ambiance of the place was pretty good, more modern chic than resolutely Italian in style.
The service was also very good handling such a large group.
The service was very good. We were a big group, and our server handled everything really well.
It was very busy and a bit crowded, barely room to move, but overall I definitely recommend this restaurant. Everything was very good!
The restaurant has a warm, classic Italian atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. However, as someone who works in the service industry, I was a little surprised that nothing was mentioned or done for my birthday — no small dessert, acknowledgment, or gesture. It’s something I always make sure to include for guests at my own job, as it adds that personal touch and makes their special day memorable.
Still, Restaurant Corneli delivers great food and a cozy dining experience. It’s just missing that extra bit of hospitality that would’ve made it perfect.
We were walking through Mount Royal and decided to catch a quick Uber to Jean Telon Market. Getting peckish, we decided to take a random walk through Little Italy and stumbled upon the restaurant for lunch.
We were immediately seated, drinks served quickly and asked for orders (the accommodation for English was quite welcome). We started with the Bruschetta and loved the fresh tomato, delicious olive oil, and sweet balsamic.
My wife ordered the Penne alla Romanoff (pictured) and I had the recommended Lasagna (pictured).
My exact words to my wife “I think this might be the best lasagne I’ve had…. In my life”. I should be careful as she makes a phenomenal bechamel with her lasagna 🙂
Her Penne was al dente, the sauce was buttery and not overpowering, and paired quite well with the parmasean.
Our drinks of a Spritz, Martini, and Manhatten were satisfying and done expertly. Much better than the price would suggest 🙂
Shout out to our server Andrew who was very attentive, easily provided recommendations, and looked after us with care.
If you get a chance, please check out Corneli, you won’t be disappointed.
If Montreal suddenly turned into a ghost town and Corneli was the only place with the lights still on, I’d walk right in. It’s a solid 3/5 star experience that keeps you on your toes—mostly because you have to keep standing up to find your waiter.
Here’s how the evening went down:
The “Stealth” Meatballs
We started with the homemade meatballs. Physically? Great quality. Emotionally? A bit distant. They were perfectly cooked but seemingly allergic to seasoning. It’s like they were designed for people who find black pepper a bit “too spicy.”
The Great Bread Heist
This is where the night turned into an escape room. I asked our waiter for bread when the meatballs arrived. He nodded, looked me in the eye, and then apparently entered a witness protection program because I never saw him again.
I had to recruit a second staff member for “Project Bread.” When it finally arrived, it was that classic Italian-restaurant-staple: frozen bread that had been nuked into the fifth dimension. It was hot enough to power a small village, but hey, at least it was a warm welcome.
The Redemption Arc: Spaghetti Bolognese
Just when I thought I was in for a mediocre night, the Spaghetti Bolognese saved the day. I was bracing for a watery soup, but it was actually pretty great. The sauce was thick, clung to the pasta like a long-lost friend, and actually had a generous amount of meat. It was the MVP of the table, closely followed by my Bloody Caesar, which was spicy, reliable, and didn’t require a search party to locate.
The Verdict:
Corneli is the ultimate “In Case of Emergency” restaurant. The service is a bit of a comedy of errors and the bread is aggressively microwaved, but that Bolognese is a genuine winner. I’d definitely go back—especially if the rest of the city is closed for the holidays (or the apocalypse).
( but we waited for Parmesan a bit too long)
The food is great but overpriced compared to similar restaurants- I would expect more investment into the comfort and atmosphere with this pricy bills! Thanks for considering ☺️
Still had a great time at this restaurant.
I would invite visitors to grab a delicious gelato or espresso right next door – it adds on well to the experience in the heart of Montreal’s historic Little Italy