The Best Pizza in Montreal: Where to grab a great slice
Ah, pizza! A classic that everyone loves. We eat it for every occasion! A Friday night after a long week? During a move? A weekend with friends? For lunch? Late at night to soak up an evening of drinks? This dish is truly versatile, and everyone has their favorite way to enjoy it. Whether it’s a typical Neapolitan pizza, Roman-style al taglio, New York style, or homemade, pizza always brings comfort and satisfaction.
Born in the Naples region, it quickly spread worldwide. The original method of Neapolitan pizzaioli is even listed as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage and is carefully protected by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN), which only grants its seal of authenticity to pizzaioli who strictly follow the tradition. In Quebec, pizzerias No.900 were the first in Quebec (and the first chain in the world!) to receive this certification.
In Montreal, you can find pizzas of all kinds and for all tastes. The market has greatly diversified over the past decade. Gone are the days when we had to choose between cardboard pizza from big American chains and greasy deli pizza (though we still like to indulge from time to time).
So here’s our list of the best pizzerias in Montreal, hoping you find what you’re looking for or discover new spots that make you feel like you’re in Italy!
You can also check out our list of the best Italian restaurants in Montreal, the best gnocchi in Montreal, the best pasta in Montreal, and the best cannoli in Montreal!
Moccione Pizza
Located in the former space of Moccione, Moccione Pizza is a superb neighbourhood pizzeria that treats Villeray residents with delicious Neapolitan pizzas. The starters and desserts (like the tiramisu) are also well worth the trip.
Montréal
SEGRETA Pizza AL Taglio + Epicerie Italienne
Parc-Extension is the host of pizzeria Segreta Al Taglio, a destination that is anything but ordinary and clearly has the tradition of Roman pizza at heart. The word “segreta” means “secret” in Italian, which takes on its full meaning when talking about the pizza dough at this place. It’s one of the many unique features that set Segreta Al Taglio apart. Al Taglio pizza is a Roman-style pizza baked in traditional rectangular forged iron pans, with dough cold-fermented for a period of 72 to 96 hours. The result is divine and well worth the time that Richi Ourichian, pizzaiolo and owner of Segreta, devotes to each of his pizzas. It’s a technique he learned from Massimiliano Saieva, and it’s paying off today.
Montréal
Elena
The sister location of Gia and Nora Gray is one of our favorite spots in Saint-Henri. We love everything about this place: the beautiful decor, the excellent service, the incredible wine list, the delicious fresh pasta, and, most importantly, the fabulous wood-fired pizza.
Montréal
Gentile Pizza Parlour
You’ll surely recognize the name Gentile, as it’s associated with the city’s iconic cafés—one on Avenue du Parc, and the other right next door to the new pizzeria. Of course, the pizza is delicious, but don’t miss out on the appetizers or the decadent desserts!
Westmount
Pizza Bouquet
It was after many trials, extensive research, and thanks to a site called “pizzamaking.com” that the team discovered the magic and unique recipe at Pizza Bouquet, which the owners describe as “New Montreal Style.” At the new location, you’ll find the same beloved menu, featuring 16″ pizzas for every taste. The tiny place draws crowds, as the Montreal-style recipe for these delicious pizzas has won over the city’s public during the past three years at the bar across the street.
Montréal
Restaurant Vesta
Vesta is an Americanized (or Quebecois) trattoria where Chef Anthony Di Iorio prepares New York-style pizzas with a Montreal twist: thin crust, melting cheese, and a thicker sourdough base. Unlike Gema and Impasto, which prioritize Italian imports, Vesta focuses on Canadian ingredients, offering a hybrid cuisine where ancestral recipes are deliciously adapted to local products. In addition to pizzas, the team gives a special place on the menu to pasta dishes. Made with simplicity, these dishes offer Italian-style comfort. One of our favorites!
Montréal
Bottega
This address earns the title of the best Neapolitan pizza in Montreal! When we think of Bottega pizzeria, the first thing that comes to mind is Italian chic. This family run restaurant was passed down from the hands of Mr. Covone to his children, who have since brilliantly maintained the restaurant’s original charm. The menu features simple and very well executed pizzas, as well as classic Italian starters. The Margarita pizza is our favourite item on the menu! A classic pizzeria, which always has been and likely always will be, a dependable neighbourhood pizza place. They serve pizzas to take away as well, and have a terrace in the summer!
Montreal
Fiorellino
Restaurant Fiorellino has just opened its doors on rue de la Gauchetière Ouest, and we can tell you with conviction that they serve some of the best pizza in Montreal. We come here to eat in a beautiful setting, and indulge in exceptional Italian pizza with a thin crust; bianco or rosso. Fiorellino’s offers you fresh products, lots of vibrants flavours, and authenticity. The restaurant’s atmosphere is warm, festive and romantic – perfect for any occasion!
Montréal
Gema Pizzeria
The famous Stefano Faita and Michele Forgione opened the Pizzeria Gema following the success of their Italian restaurant Impasto. This small pizzeria presents a solidly robust menu and offers special monthly pizzas which are created collaboratively with other chefs from the city. Pizzeria Gema is the only spot where we love Hawaiian pizza! They also serve fun starters and soft-serve ice cream. It is an ideal family venue, which is not surprising seeing as the restaurant is named after the chef’s two children : Giovanni + Emilia + Massimo + Anna = GEMA. Be careful, the service may be a little slow.
Montréal
Pizzeria Magpie Mile End
In the heart of Mile-End, Pizzéria Magpie offers delicious artisanal wood-fired pizzas inspired by the Neapolitan recipe. A delectable pizza dough, fresh ingredients, and a casual menu for warm and enjoyable evenings. A friendly, charming establishment that is always very good. Takeout pizzas are also available.
Montréal
Stella Pizzeria
Stella Pizzeria opened its doors at the corner of De Lanaudière and Laurier East. Upon entering, you will immediately feel at ease thanks to the restaurant’s décor, which was designed by Marilou Gosselin and the owners, and is warm and hospitable. On the side of food, there are approximately ten delicious pizzas, but also a selection of starters and a great dessert menu. Everything is homemade and everything is very good. We recommend the Stella and the Montagnarde, as well as the Margaritta or the Coquine for spicy food lovers. Prices usually vary between $13 and $18.
Montréal
Café San Gennaro
Café San Gennaro is one of our favourite addresses, especially in the wintertime. This small gourmet restaurant in Little Italy offers some of the best pizzas al taglio in town. The place is ideal for lunch, and also for Italian coffee. The menu is simple and concise and the decor is pretty and elegant. Italian delicatessen products are also available on site. When you come here, you will feel like you’re on a mini holiday in Italy.
Montreal
Morso Pizzeria (St-Zotique)
While No.900 is a tribute to traditional Neapolitan pizza, Morso, which is part of the same group, celebrates Roman-style pizza al taglio (by the slice). Since the opening of the first Morso counter at Centrel in 2019, the pizzeria by Mirko d’Agata and team has expanded to Montreal (on St-Zotique and Viger) and Quebec City (in Limoilou and on Rue Saint-Jean).
Montreal
Café Parvis
There may be some controversy fromt he pizza purists on this one, because Café Parvis serves a more adventurous, contemporary style of pizza. However, in the heart of downtown, Café Parvis is simply magnificent in our eyes. An abundance of plants makes the restaurant feel like a jungle, and exceptional lighting and a refined décor were inspired by the zebulonesque spirit of Zébulon Perron. Here, we eat good pizzas, good salads and every visit is beyond pleasant. The entire experience makes this place one of Tastet’s favourites for regular visits.
Montréal
Pizzeria Melrose NDG
Pizzeria Melrose is a small restaurant in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, but it is very charming. Their pizza is honest, simply, and very good. The place offers about ten options, including a pizza of the week. We love the Margherita! The restaurant only recently opened, but the place is already quite busy. There is still a lot to discover for us here, so we will keep coming back! The service would be described as well-intentioned and charming; they just need some time to adjust.
Montréal
Pizza Toni
Located just a stone’s throw from its big sibling, Falafel Yoni, the counter offers a delicious menu to enjoy on-site or to go, perfectly blending Italy and New York with a sprinkle of Montreal flair. The menu includes options for thin-crust pizzas, either whole or by the slice, as well as square slices. A new location is expected to open in early 2025 in the Saint-Henri neighborhood.
Montréal
Welldun Pizza
Behind this new address are two lovers—of pizza, of course, but mostly of each other: Danny Perez and Anaïs Braye. Welldun offers not just one, but four different styles of pizza, each more delicious than the last.
Montréal
Brook Pizza
Former master brewer at Knowlton Co., Toby Bouchard works as a true craftsman to create the perfect New York-style pizza. The cacio e pepe, his favorite, comes highly recommended!
Montréal
Rita
Dicededly, there’s no shortage of pizza options in Verdun! Established since 2018 on Wellington Street, Rita offers market-driven cuisine with Italian influences. Fresh pasta and pizzas are undoubtedly the stars of the menu.
Montréal
Marci Café - Restaurant
At Marci, it’s not just about the food and wine; music is also a key element. No surprise, as several of its co-owners are veterans of the scene. With its New Jersey-inspired menu, beautiful natural wine list, and excellent sound system, this newcomer on Plaza St-Hubert is sure to turn heads—and spin records!
Montréal
maps pizza
The pizzeria Maps in Villeray offers some of the best pizzas in Montreal in a simple, unpretentious space designed by Percy Carrière and David Reily. Their share-focused concept features a variety of delicious pizzas to enjoy in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With their passion for pizza and commitment to customer satisfaction, Maps has quickly become a must-visit for pizza lovers in the neighborhood and beyond.
Montréal
Palomino
Palomino, by the team behind Taverne Knox, is a new must-visit spot for pizza lovers in Pointe-Saint-Charles. Somewhere between Roman and Sicilian styles, their al taglio (square) slices are made with an airy, thick and chewy dough with just enough crust. The menu is short, but every option is executed to perfection. A special mention for the Vodka Calabrese, with vodka rosé sauce, and the “Upside Down Palo Marg,” a reimagined margherita with basil coulis, tomato sauce, and cheese. Don’t forget the ranch dip with your pizzas!
Montréal
Fugazzi Pizza (Pointe Saint-Charles)
Before opening his pizzeria, Chef Jérémie Falissard traveled to Los Angeles to learn from masters of Neapolitan pizza. Fugazzi Pizza is just as lively as the other spots in the Barroco group (Barroco, Foiegwa, Atwater Cocktail Club), with the same attention to detail and quality ingredients. We particularly love the Inglewood (a classic margherita named after the neighborhood where Jérémie learned to make pizza) and the Wu Tang Killa Bees, with spicy calabrese and honey. After the meal, head upstairs for a drink at the now less-hidden Milky Way bar.
Montréal
Bar Star Bar
Star Bar, the latest addition from the team behind Pizza Bouquet, is already drawing attention on Boulevard Saint-Laurent. This new spot offers a unique experience where you can enjoy the famous New York-style pizzas from Pizza Bouquet, ranked among the best in Montreal, all while sipping a drink in a friendly and festive atmosphere.
Montréal
Bernies Pizza Martini Bar
Located on Boulevard des Sources in DDO, Bernies dishes out thin crust tavern-style pizza and bites – sliders, garlic bread, wings, Caesar salad, and the likes. The drinks menu features a wide choice of classic and not-so-classic martinis. With its spacious, 80-seat capacity, it’s the perfect place for a fun and affordable night with family or friends.
Dollard-des-Ormeaux
Heirloom Vin & Pizza
The pizzeria Heirloom, opened in 2017 in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, is a tribute to Italian tradition. With a calming and bright decor, it features an open kitchen where guests can watch the chefs prepare delicious pizzas, salads, pasta, and traditional desserts.
Montréal
Pan Américan Pizza
Opened in the fall of 2023, Pan Américan (with an accent…) welcomes its guests in a very quiet section of Jeanne-Mance Street. This new project by Chef Danny St Pierre follows the success of Mile-Ex, which had satisfied many hungry patrons at the same address. Today, Pan Américan satisfies all appetites, big and small, with delicious pizzas, hearty subs, and various culinary delights inspired by Italy, such as braised veal polpette, cacio e pepe croquettes, and other panelle. Another great addition to Mile End.
Montréal
Trattoria
Since 2004, La Trattoria has been a must-visit in the west of Montreal, offering a variety of Italian delights prepared with love. Known for its warm, family-friendly service, this grocery store offers fine products, sandwiches, prepared dishes, decadent desserts, and a wood-fired pizza recently added to the menu.
Kirkland
Restaurant La Toile
The restaurant La Toile offers a unique culinary experience with its perfectly imperfect pizzas, created with love and spontaneity. Chef-owner Francisco Reynaud presents borderless cuisine, blending flavors from around the world in a warm and family-friendly setting.
Montréal
