Cafe Via Dante

The pastas and antipasti were good. They also gave us extra antipasti on the house which we thought was very kind of them. Soon after we received the bill, we were shocked by how much they charge us on something that was not on the menu: $100 on antipasti alone. We understand that the waiter was trying to upsell the menu, but we were not advised on the price. And also when ordering the pasta, the waiter did not inform us that we have 2 sizes to choose from (entrees and main size). So we ended up with oversized meal and overcharged bill.

One of the best Italian restaurant in Montreal. The prosciutto melted in mouth. Each dishes were delicate and very tasty. Great service. You have the impression that you invited in somebody's home. Don't judge by its look but by its quality of food. Service was a bit long, so don't be stressed. Difficult to find a parking so don't be discourage. It's totally worth it.

The service is GREAT. I had mushroom appetizer and the rabbit. It was also great. My companion had the beef on mashed potatoes and octopus as a starter. This was not so great. The octopus was burned to the point you tasted charred grit on the smaller pieces. The larger pieces were too salty. The beef was just shredded beef on potatoes.... really boring. With all the great Italian restos to choose from I would think the quality and Italianness of the restaurant would be better.

Just noticed you are closed permanently. My wife and i, our families and friends have had many special nights here over the past 15 years. Very sad to see you go— and huge thanks if you are reading this for the many fantastic meals and memories we had at your establishment. You were a treasure in the neighbourhood and our lives.

The wine was excellent, the food absolutely fantastic, the vanilla custard desert is so smooth and creamy you want 2 of them and our waiter "Carl" was exceptional and personable! We will definitely return to Cafe Via Dante the next time we're in Montreal. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates fine Italian food.