Pizzeria Napoletana

Pizzeria Napoletana has been a Little Italy favourite since 1948. The family-friendly restaurant on Rue Dante, a short walk from Jean-Talon Market, serves Neapolitan-style thin-crust pizzas and Italian pasta classics in a casual, lively setting with about 120 seats.

How to get there

Rue Dante is in the heart of Little Italy, near the Madonna della Difesa church. Jean-Talon metro station (orange and blue lines) and De Castelnau station (blue line) are both about a 10-minute walk away.

What to order

Choose from a long list of thin-crust pizzas and traditional pasta dishes, then share a few plates around the table. It is a simple, generous meal at reasonable prices, the kind of place where families have been coming for generations.

Atmosphere

The room is busy and noisy in the best way, especially on weekends. In warm weather, an outdoor terrace is one of the pleasures of eating in Little Italy. Reservations are taken by phone.

Plan your visit

Napoletana works best as a relaxed family dinner or a group meal. Weekend evenings are busy, so call ahead for a table, and pick up a bottle of wine before you arrive since it is a bring-your-own address. In the afternoon, explore Jean-Talon Market and the Italian cafés and grocers of Little Italy, then end the day here. Pizza and pasta portions are made for sharing, which keeps the bill reasonable for large groups. Delivery is also available through an app if you prefer to eat at home.

Good to know

• Nearest metro: Jean-Talon or De Castelnau
• Neighbourhood: Little Italy (Petite-Italie)
• Cuisine: Italian, pizza and pasta
• Budget: $ to $$
• Terrace: Yes, in season
• Best for: Families, groups, casual dinners
• Tip: The restaurant is a bring-your-own-wine address; some reviewers say it does not serve alcohol, so bring a bottle and confirm the payment methods when you call

Why it is on our list

Napoletana is part of the history of Montreal’s Little Italy and pairs perfectly with a visit to Jean-Talon Market. Read our BYOB guide and our Little Italy food guide.

Hours, menus and prices change often. Confirm opening hours and reservation policies directly with the restaurant before you go.