Picolina - Montreal, Quebec

The food isn't extraordinary but the atmosphere and ambiance makes up for the price tag. The cuisine was authentic and the pastas were definitely freshly made and not store bought. The duck I tried was delicious but I had to get it done a little more because I am not a ... big fan of rare meat (personal preference) and they made the order exactly the way I wanted it changed, Kudos for that. The staffs were cheerful, humble. However, I had a little difficulty in communicating myself as the lady didn't really speak English. Thankfully I had my friends who interpreted my concerns or questions and it definitely was a fun experience. Read more

Excellent Italian comfort food. Everything was cooked just right and very fresh. Sauces were on the rich and heavy side, but very flavourful. Really the only minus was the loud, jarring acoustics of the small dining area that quickly became a din. Fast-moving wait staff in close quarters, etc. But ... nothing detracted from the top quality food prepared just right, and the friendly, convivial atmosphere. Read more

Delicious food, cozy ambiance with great service! Pros: The food is great. I have to start by saying the butter that comes with the bread is quite delicious.We ordered arancini and escargot in garlic butter to start. The arancini were delicious, even the sauce was flavourful. I had pesto chicken pasta ... which and my other half had the filet mignon. My pasta was great and his filet mignon was cooked perfectly, but the vegetables on the side were slightly over cooked. We finished our meal with a trio of small cannolis. The waitress was great, she checked on us in a timely fashion and always made sure our water and wine glasses were full and was always polite and friendly. Cons: The restaurant is pretty small so it can get quite loud. It also seems like the bathroom is always occupied (or at least that was the case when we were there). In any case the pros out weigh the cons for this restaurant. Great food, amazing service and BYOW Read more

Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, lovely staff.

Been there with friends with a 530pm reservation! Brought my own wine place but would not mind paying for wine if need be. Had a couple entres calmar and Buffalo cheese and Salomé all great. Soup and salade also excellant. I ordered the oso boca and others orders the market ... fresh fish plus manicotti and a duck risotto all excellant! Everyone wants to come back! Read more