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Ottavio St Leo
6880 Jean Talon St E, Saint-Leonard, Quebec H1S 1N1, Canada
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Ma
Review №1

Overall great service and great food.It’s an great restaurant to go, affordable and it’s bring your own wine.The place is clean and the food is delicious.The staff is courteous and ready to help when needed. Bathrooms are clean.I would recommend this restaurant anytime, either for lunch or supper.

Ro
Review №2

Great food, great service at an affordable price and as a bonus its a bring your own beer/wine. The veal cutlets were perfectly cooked and delicious.

Do
Review №3

If you are gluten free or gluten sensitive this is the place to go, great food no hassle service when any dietary restriction is brought up and its in a nice chic setting, definetly recommend

Ma
Review №4

Great customer service, but the Braised lamb shank plate was full of olive oil.

We
Review №5

Delicious! Im glad its busy next time I will reserve.

Ev
Review №6

Very nice decor, great service, bring your own wine WARM bread... Food however was aweful. Its nearly impossible to mess up a pizza, but the Americano pizza was one of the worst Ive tasted. The soup of the day (onion soup) tasted alright on the first bite but started getting worse with every other bite. The salmon tartar was tasteless. Maybe I got unlucky and just picked the wrong items, but my girlfriend also didnt like her food..

an
Review №7

Ordered take out gluten free pizza so my son who is celiac can enjoy pizza along with us. Highly disappointed....pizza barely 6 in diameter costed 27$ !!!!! Rice flour is not that expensive. Prefer oggi gf pizza at 9.99 over this...And fries were cold and soggy. ...sick and tired of companies taking advantage of people with celiac. Its not a choice..

Zi
Review №8

Amazing vegan pizzas!

St
Review №9

Great food and ambiance

Be
Review №10

The food is more than delicious every single time we order!

Da
Review №11

I’d rather go eat in Ethiopia, you will need blood pressure pills for the amount of salt in the food. Terrible service , endlessly waiting for food and was disgusting and served cold. The dishes do not make sense. Over priced garbage with rude staff. If you don’t wanna be spoken to or be seen try a different profession if you don’t wanna be in the restaurant business. There isn’t a single meal out of all the food we have ordered that was worth it for the price and quality. Save ur money go to McDonald’s with the coupons. You’ll be happy with Ronald McDonald.

Ch
Review №12

Such good food. Dont go if youre on a tight budget but if youre looking for delicious food, I highly recommend this place! Staff is always in great mood, plus its a bring your own wine place. Perfect!

Ge
Review №13

Excellent food and service, friendly staffBring your own bottle of wine and enjoy your meal.

Ma
Review №14

Went during the COVID-19 era, staff was pleasant and a lot of attention was brought to keeping everything sanitary and safe.Food was amazing as usual, a very good BYOW and reasonable pricing for the quality of food being served.

M.
Review №15

Menu wasnt as extensive as I would have liked it to be. Waitress was very nice but the service overall was VERY slow. Food was good.

Pe
Review №16

Its pretty good for what it is... One sure-fire way by which I judge a restaurant that uses the word Italian in describing its operations is ordering a simple pasta and tomato sauce meal the first couple of times. I look for the telltale taste of citric acid used as a preservative in food and drink, which tells me that the sauce as a whole came out of a can (and, at times, even which company’s can). It is easy to hide things in a more complicated meal, but when it comes down to your basics – your sauce and your pasta, you can’t hide. Most such restaurants don’t pass muster. Ottavio did, and in a big way. I ordered one such plate and was surprised against my expectations. My son’s lasagna plate was an even better experience. The selection is not huge but that is a GOOD thing. Add a modern environment and real genuine efforts by staff to keep up with a pace that can at times be hectic and you have a genuine go-to place for the area which, in my experience, is rare for a banner operation. Kudos; keep it up.

Ch
Review №17

Amazing seafood pastas!! :)

Je
Review №18

I like the decor and the sitting is good also. You dont feel cramped in terms of atmosphere. I had pasta and it was really good + it is a bring your own wine. On weekend, better make a reservation. Overall, a good dining. I wish they could have a little more choices like risotto but I think it comes and goes in terms of the season or month.

Gi
Review №19

Service was very friendly and knowledgeable. Perfect timing on the services, and wine serving. The food was great. Cooked to a perfection. Not expensive at all. Well worth the visit. Dying to return.

Ma
Review №20

We had a very good time at Ottavio! I got the duck and bacon pizza and it was AWSOME. I think good pizza goes down to 2 things: good crispy crust and pizza sauce. Both were excellent. The service was also very good. Well be back!

Ro
Review №21

Food was excellent.service was slow but forgivable

Yu
Review №22

Ive been there twice on my trip to Montreal recently. First time I had mussels with mushroom sauce (just awesome!) and seafood pasta (very good), so Ive decided to come there again to try something else. It worked just fine as well. Mussels with a different sauce were also great, and duck confit was also delicious. Ill definitely go to that restaurant if I happen to be in Montreal again.

ri
Review №23

I always told myself i would never pasta at a restaurant for so many reasons. Went there for the first time and will deffinetly go back. It changed my perspective on pasta

Da
Review №24

Service very long. Found hair in my pizza. No apologies received. Would not go again.

Gi
Review №25

Got great accomodations for allergies. They took the time to explain how they proceed when there are such special requests. We were all happily surprised. Food was delicious with many options to customize. Good job to all the staff!

Jo
Review №26

Kind of overpriced. Not remarquable at all. I was not blown away. My plate was too sweet and my moms too salty so we exchanged meals halfway lol. The place is clean and pretty. Wont be coming back but its good for birthdays. Staff is friendly tho!

ni
Review №27

The food here always surprises by its quality. I say surprises because you dont often find this type of inventiveness and creativity in a chain restaurant. The menu also changes regularly. Service has always been excellent. If I had to nitpick, its that this place can gey quite loud.

E
Review №28

Best place for a first date... clean, class and bring your own wine ... fresh food and a really nice atmosphere.Also a gluten free menu a plus, you just can’t miss.

Da
Review №29

Couldnt finalize a group event due to some communication issues. But the manager went above and beyond to make things right. Definitely doing business with them in the future. A family atmosphere and fantastic service. Seeing you guys soon 😉

So
Review №30

Good food, large portions, good service. Busy but not excessively noisy. Overall a great place to eat. They asked if anyone has food allergies (I do) only odd point is that they charged me 2$ to bring me my own glass of water and silverware so it would not be crossed contaminated with allergens...no big deal but I just couldnt say no...they also have gluten free options.

Ce
Review №31

Not too expensive but very good food and very original. Perfect place for gluten free food. Cozy place for family reunions and any celebrations.

Ad
Review №32

As a very sensitive celiac, I felt VERY well taken care of there. They get it. The service was fantastic. It is such a treat to eat delicious food with good service and feel safe. I wish there was one in the greater Toronto are! Worth the trip to Montreal!

An
Review №33

Not bad but its just like the average Italian restaurant you can find in Montreal. The service and place are good. 3/5 max

Ro
Review №34

Delicious pasta. Spacious seating. Great service. Dont forget to Bring your own bottles 🍾!

An
Review №35

I’m genuinely confused - why do people like this? I was expecting the pizza to at least be alright but it’s not even that. The crust is like a pita bread and there is far too much sauce on the Margherita. Also the salad was ten bucks and I think there were a dozen pieces of spinach in all. In reading the reviews, people seem to like the food but I just do not get it.

Lu
Review №36

Great place fast service, cheap prices! Italian style but not true Italian restaurent. Lunch specials that you cannot go wrong with. For under $20 including tip one can have a good lunch and be out within 45-minutes!

Ta
Review №37

We had a dinner at Ottavio on July 15th. Food was delicious, Irish-style mussels were the best Ive ever tried. Nice atmosphere, caring waiter, owner himself took a minute to greet us. Awesome experience, highly recommended!

Pa
Review №38

Fast service with quality food

Ea
Review №39

Cozy restaurant in Saint Leonard. The decorations are amazing and the ambiance is very chill. The food is good too. Maybe think about hiring bilingual hostesses and waiters?

Do
Review №40

Very nice place with excelente food... and dont forget... bring your wine!

Is
Review №41

Went there the other night and got sick to my stomach! Had the mussels and some pasta and was up all night. This is the second time this has happened to me while eating at this location. Ive heard of other people with a similar experience at the laval location. Oh and your food is NOT better than my grandmothers....far from it!!! #YourRadioAdSucks

We
Review №42

Good for groups bring your own wine has free parking a diverse menu but not fine dining

Ma
Review №43

Been back at this place after a while , wow prices expensive and food ok and very noisy. I guess we will not go back

An
Review №44

Great and attentive Waiters, on the downside long waiting time , food was nothing amazing just average.

Gi
Review №45

The staff was really friendly and was constantly present to respond to our needs, and the food had a wonderful fresh home-cooked feel. It was a great all-around experience.

Ca
Review №46

Friendly service. The food was great and they make sure if you have allergies that there is no cross contamination. Bring your own wine.

Ma
Review №47

Great staff, great food.. Whether you love pizza, pasta or mussles, youll be delighted! Allergy awareness to its best.

RS
Review №48

Food was great , staff was friendly and the restaurant was nice and ambient .. I would recommend ...

Ya
Review №49

Excellent place. Service is great, people working there are really nice. Food is in perfect quantity and taste really good! I recommend the place.

Be
Review №50

One of the only place you can securely eat gluten free. They really take cross contamination seriously. My son is Celiac so its great to be able go eat out without having to worry.

La
Review №51

For the love of god, please turn down that AC! Both time we went, my wife and I caught a cold. We left early because of that, and so did our friends...but like a few said, maybe thats the goal. Still, really unpleasent experience, will never return.

De
Review №52

Delicious food and excellent service. We got our food super quick, the staff was knowledgeable and everything was very well managed on a very busy day.

wo
Review №53

Not too crazy about the pizza I find it too salty but the pasta is great. I think there should be more choices on the menu and the desserts are not that great, however I like that you can bring you own alcohol. Service was slow and they took so long to bring more water and bread, not coming here again for a long time.

Jo
Review №54

Good service, had the angel’s hair with duck dish, didn’t like it, it was sort of blend maybe it was just a bad choice of plate for me. Will come back and try another dish however because my friend’s linguini was really good!

Su
Review №55

I had good service and experience. Food was great. I went for lunch and the price was fair for an italian cuisine. The place was luxurious and beautiful.

Si
Review №56

Good service, food was good. They really go all-out for people with gluten-intolerance. Different set of utensils, the waiters/waitresses constantly wash their hands... Even the soap in the bathroom is GF.Worth checking out.

Fr
Review №57

Love this restaurant! Good is amazing and staff is super friendly.

DA
Review №58

Great Pizza and great service!!

Ch
Review №59

Wow, excellent service and good food. A great part of our evening on date night.

Ci
Review №60

Awesome for Coeliac or Gluten intolerance!! Great menue and multiple GF choices!

Ph
Review №61

As a gluten free menu and option for the lactose intolerant. Pizza is decent. Pasta is okay as well. A nice atmosphere. A good olace for a family outting.

Fi
Review №62

Big plates small portions and a lot of parkingGood service

an
Review №63

Been there many times and never disappointed ! Amazing service, very well decorated and food is on point ! Highly recommend

Fa
Review №64

Excellent food and atmosphere, the staff are really friendly

El
Review №65

Excellent service. Food very good

Br
Review №66

Food was great. The staff was helpful. Great pasta choices and pizzas.

Pa
Review №67

Nice place! And mussels are very good

To
Review №68

Welcoming, attentive service. Anthony was great. Food was good.

Li
Review №69

Great gluten free menu, celiac safe

Va
Review №70

Good food and great service. A lot of options and very customizable menu.

Je
Review №71

Food is just amazing. Helpful staff too

Je
Review №72

Overall good, decor nice, byob, and warm bread but the entree and main course was not to die for a little blend actually !!

Ja
Review №73

Awesome asian pasta sauce. Great service. No wait.

Eh
Review №74

Great italian food restaurant. Family birthday party 12+ people last Friday night. Great selection of pasta with pears and Sicilian pizza made right. Service was great and fast, our waiter Chris was friendly and professional. Food tasted great, nice gluten free menu and well priced for the quality of items on our dishes. BYOW was great in a nice clean and modern setting. Only negative comment would be ZERO table dhote during the evening service...pretty strange...owners should look into that as option would be great. Overalll excellent experience and will be coming back here soon. Thank you for a great night and experience!! We strongly recommend.

M
Review №75

Great a la carte menu for lunch. Well worth it.

A
Review №76

If you are not accustomed to authentic home made italian then it is great.

Da
Review №77

Great place to eat food prices are ok clean good service and food. Great family place.

je
Review №78

Good food great service! And there is a gluten free menu!

Vi
Review №79

Great place for people with food allergies. Still in love with the lactose free pizza. Can be loud though.

Ca
Review №80

Decent for the price. Great staff

Dr
Review №81

The food is excellent, but save room for the desserts. Good coffee and herbal tea to complete the meal.

Ju
Review №82

Great place great food. Was real clean.

Re
Review №83

Thank you Chris for the excellent service!Amazing food as usual!

Lu
Review №84

Pasta house with nice contemporary decor bring your own wine.

Em
Review №85

The food is good but the service is better. all the waiters and staff are so attentioned to detail and make sure everything is perfect. I usually take the moules, which are so good. But so is the pizza and pasta. dont forget the beignets for dessert! I recommend not taking an entré just so you can have the beignets for dessert ;)

To
Review №86

Food amazing and service is very good, keep up the good work!

ma
Review №87

Nice place, kids eat free on Sun with accompanied adult.

Do
Review №88

Had a great time. Keep up the good work

Pr
Review №89

Lovely decor... okay food but no selection. For fancy people i guess.

Ph
Review №90

Awful vegetarian options! Dont even know if there was a vegan option. Do not recommend for vegetarian!!

Pa
Review №91

Love the pastas and different sauces. Great prices.

Am
Review №92

I had the veal with white wine sauce with penne pasta and it was delicious!

To
Review №93

Well we were a little group of friends my advice take pizza or pasta. Anything else has no taste and no flavor.

Ja
Review №94

Very bad service. Took over an hour to get our food and got our order wrong.

Ph
Review №95

Great service and good food.

Da
Review №96

Good BYOB with a gluten free menu if needed.

Co
Review №97

Costly and not much variety. Food was good at least and portions large enough.

Da
Review №98

Good food at a nice price and its a being your own wine.

Li
Review №99

Very good spagetti and big portion

Me
Review №100

Best pasta ever

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  • Address:6880 Jean Talon St E, Saint-Leonard, Quebec H1S 1N1, Canada
  • Site:http://www.ottavio.ca/
  • Phone:+1 514-257-7966
Categories
  • Italian restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–10PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–10PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–11PM
  • Thursday:4–11PM
  • Friday:4–9PM
  • Saturday:11AM–9PM
  • Sunday:11AM–10PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • High chairs:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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