Pizzeria Napoletana is an italian restaurant in Little Italy, Montreal.
Pizzeria Napoletana has fed Montreal's Little Italy since 1948, a cash-only, BYOB institution on Rue Dante turning out thin-crust pizza and hearty pasta.
Editorially verified July 1, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: A thin-crust pizza and a plate of pasta, with a bottle of your own wine.
Tip: It is cash-only and bring-your-own-wine, with no reservations; arrive early to beat the queue.
Address: 189 Rue Dante, Montreal, QC H2S 1K1
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Order: The popcorn shrimp and a spiked milkshake to share.
Tip: It leans indulgent and photogenic; go for the milkshakes and fried starters, not restraint.
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Order: The Foiegwa burger, or the escargots and steak frites.
Tip: Late-night weekends are the vibe; the burger and a martini is the classic order at the bar.
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Order: The cheeseburger with a side of fries and a maple milkshake.
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Order: The classic tonkotsu ramen with extra chashu.
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