Stellina
Montreal
At a glance
Stellina, located at 410 Rue Saint-Jacques in Montréal's Vieux-Port district, brings a touch of classic Italian dining to the historic surroundings of Old Montreal. Under the guidance of the passionate chef and team, Stellina offers a culinary journey that beautifully blends traditional Italian roots with contemporary execution.
Known for its dedication to fresh ingredients, Stellina’s menu is a dynamic reflection of the seasons. House-made pasta is a staple of the menu, crafted daily to ensure a vibrant and flavorful dining experience. This focus on freshness and meticulous ingredient selection extends beyond the menu, impacting every aspect of the dish presentation and taste.
The atmosphere at Stellina is carefully curated to elevate each dining moment. The decor features noble materials and lighting designed to create a welcoming and distinguished environment. The setting acts as a backdrop that highlights the venue's culinary offerings, effectively transforming a meal into an experience.
With a wine list that emphasizes both Italian selections and distinguished vintage wines, Stellina provides an ideal match for their dishes, ensuring a harmonious dining experience. The wine options are thoughtfully chosen to complement the unique flavors present on the menu.
Stellina is suitable for various dining occasions, whether for a romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Its commitment to quality in both food and atmosphere makes it an appealing choice for those looking to explore the depths of Italian cuisine in Montreal.
Reviews
Excellent food and service! We had a wonderful experience at Stellina. The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The service was exceptional, friendly, attentive, and made our evening even more enjoyable. Thank you for making our visit so memorable. Highly recommend Stellina and we look forward to coming back!
We visited here for lunch before checking in at the InterContinental, choosing it on the spot via Google Maps. Although the 4.3 rating made us hesitate briefly, we decided to go in because the exterior looked trustworthy and reliable. The building exterior has a classic Old Montreal charm, and the interior is cozy and beautifully designed, creating a wonderful atmosphere. They also have an outdoor patio space, which looks great for dining during nice weather. The lunch menu was reasonably priced and the portions were satisfying. The appetizers were pleasant, and the fusilli pasta course was a bit salty, but still delicious. The main filet mignon steak felt like finding the best tenderloin steak of my life. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, and the meat was incredibly tender and pillowy soft. The service from the staff was welcoming and polite. It is recommended Italian spot near the hotel.
Service started out great but we had multiple people attending to us which made it difficult to know who to ask when we needed something. I prefer to have 1 server per table. The hosts were so sweet and accommodating even when we needed to modify our reservation time last minute. The ambience is great - but the tables and chairs felt a bit flimsy which I found odd. The food was pretty good. The bone marrow pasta was touch dry, but still delicious. The potato tortellini was so rich, but I really enjoyed it. Others claim the portions are small but I felt they were fine. There aren't many options for vegans, but there are some for vegetarians! The highlight was the tiramisu! I don't normally like it, but my friend really wanted it so we gave it a try and this is a dessert I would eat over and over again! Great wine selection.
I visited with a friend who was in town, and we were craving Italian food. It was my first time here. The restaurant looks cute and chic, reservations were easy to make (likely helped by it being Super Bowl night), and the atmosphere was calm with great Italian music. There’s also a coat check, which is always appreciated. The staff were genuinely very kind and attentive throughout the evening. The menu is small but seasonal. I started with the winter melon salad, which was excellent — fresh, creamy, and surprisingly filling. Unfortunately, the crab risotto was disappointing. It was undercooked, which was a letdown as risotto is one of my favorite dishes and something you expect an Italian restaurant to master. That said, the manager handled the situation very professionally: they removed the dish, apologized, and invited me to choose something else. I opted for the tuna crudo, which was great. They also offered us dessert. I was hesitant about the tiramisu (in Montréal, not all places get it right), but it turned out to be very good. I did suggest serving it in a different cup so the flavors could be more evenly enjoyed. Overall, the experience was positive thanks to the excellent service and atmosphere, even though some dishes were uneven. I’m not in a rush to return, but I would be open to trying the menu again in a different season.
Had a great experience at Stellina for my friends birthday they were very accommodating in moving our reservation to adjust for timing. The service was great, the staff was super friendly. Our food was outstanding. The espresso martini are a must try!! Would recommend
