{"id":953836,"date":"2026-11-01T02:18:09","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T02:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/953836\/"},"modified":"2026-11-01T02:18:09","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T02:18:09","slug":"8-cheap-italian-restaurants-in-montreal-where-you-can-dine-for-under-30","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/953836\/","title":{"rendered":"8 cheap Italian restaurants in Montreal where you can dine for under $30"},"content":{"rendered":"

You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy a taste of Italy<\/a> in Montreal. From cozy bistros serving up classic pizzas <\/a>to neighbourhood trattorias serving up old-school Italian charm, the city is full of restaurants <\/a>where you can enjoy a delicious meal without breaking the bank. <\/p>\n

Whether you’re looking for hearty Italian comfort food or upscale dishes made with simple ingredients, you can find it all without having to leave the city. <\/p>\n

The best part is that you can dine for under $30 at these spots, leaving you with a little extra cash for an espresso or something sweet to finish your meal.<\/p>\n

Ready to dig in? Here are eight inexpensive Italian restaurants in Montreal for your next night out. <\/p>\n

Bistro Amerigo<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8 <\/p>\n

Address: 6127 Monkland Ave, Montreal, QC<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: Located in the NDG’s Monkland Village, Bistro Amerigo is a neighbourhood spot known for its authentic Italian cuisine, generous portion sizes, and welcoming vibes. <\/p>\n

The restaurant doesn’t take reservations, but diners say the food and great service are worth the wait. <\/p>\n

The menu consists of Italian classics, like calamari and Buffalo mozzarella, as well as a selection of reasonably priced pastas and “secondi” like chicken parmesan, branzino and ossobuco. <\/p>\n

Stick around for dessert, which includes cannoli, gelato and tiramisu, of course. <\/p>\n

Bistro Amerigo Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Bar Bara<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: 4450 Notre Dame St. W., Montreal, QC<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: Located in the Saint-Henri neighbourhood on Notre-Dame Ouest, Bar Bara is a charming spot that proves you can enjoy the finer things in life without breaking the bank. <\/p>\n

First and foremost a wine bar, Bar Bara does it all — visit early for coffee and homemade pastries, open-faced sandwiches and eggs, or visit for lunch and enjoy sandwiches, salads and pastas. <\/p>\n

Come for dinner to enjoy antipasti like focaccia, arancini, or fried squid; for mains, you’ll find a variety of reasonably-priced pastas, as well as meatballs and steak dishes. <\/p>\n

Stay a bit longer for dessert, which includes Italian classics like tiramisu, plus carrot cake and milk chocolate mousse. <\/p>\n

Bar Bara Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Pizzeria Locali\u00a0<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: 1028 Rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montreal, QC<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: Tucked along Saint-Zotique Street in La Petite-Patrie, Locali is a neighbourhood pizzeria with a menu that blends Quebecois and Italian culture.<\/p>\n

Almost everything on the menu is local, according to the restaurant, which offers a range of comforting dishes and carefully prepared meals that’ll transport you back to your childhood. <\/p>\n

The menu features several pizzas, available in 11-inch or 16-inch sizes, in “classics” like margerhita and “favourites” like the Gigi Bacon, which is made with a ros\u00e9 vodka sauce, mushrooms, bacon, green onions, mozzarella and crushed chili. <\/p>\n

Locali also offers three hearty main dishes: a rigatoni, chicken parmigiana, and the restaurant’s signature lasagna. <\/p>\n

Pizzeria Locali Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Gino’s<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: 4639 Blvd. St-Laurent, Montreal, QC<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: What you’ll find at Gino’s Negroni and Lasagna is simple — aperitivo, negroni, lasagna, and dessert. <\/p>\n

Set on Boulevard Saint-Laurent in the Mile End, Gino’s is a friendly, festive spot serving up lasagna and negronis at reasonable prices in a space that evokes the feeling of a charming Italian bistro.<\/p>\n

On the menu is a variety of negronis, as well as a selection of amuse-bouche and starters like salmon tartare, burrata, and fritto misto. <\/p>\n

For mains, the restaurant offers lasagna in three ways — Gino’s, which is made with beef, veal, lamb, and the house tomato sauce, alla norma (the vegetarian option), and suga leggero, a vegan lasagna that features textured vegetable protein and vegan pistachio and rice milk bechamel. <\/p>\n

For those with a sweet tooth, Gino’s also offers a selection of sweet treats to end your meal with, including tiramisu and mango caramelo mousse. <\/p>\n

Gino’s Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

L’Usine de Spaghetti<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: 273 Rue Saint-Paul E., Montr\u00e9al, QC<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: A staple in Montreal’s Old Port since 1977, L’Usine de Spaghetti serves a variety of pasta dishes prepared using traditional cooking techniques.<\/p>\n

The space itself is warm and cozy, making diners feel like they’re tucked away in an Italian wine cellar. <\/p>\n

The menu features a wide variety of pastas with tomato-based sauces, creamy Alfredo, and meat ragu. Try the Spaghetti St-Leonard, a classic from the restaurant, which features their signature meat sauce simmered over a bed of spaghetti. <\/p>\n

The restaurant also has an all-you-can-eat salad bar, and diners commend the generous portions served here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

L’Usine de Spaghetti Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Osteria Schiavio<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: 1000 Rue de la Gaucheti\u00e8re O., Montreal, QC <\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: Located in downtown Montreal, Osteria Schiavio is an Italian osteria serving up reasonably priced pasta, pizza, wine and cocktails in a warm, inviting setting. <\/p>\n

Tucked away from the busy city streets, the restaurant offers authentic Italian flavours, with a menu that centres on classics and comfort-food favourites. <\/p>\n

Start with appetizers like meatballs, arancini, or fried calamari before moving on to mains like a homemade lasagna, a gnocchi cacio e pepe, or a classic margherita pizza. <\/p>\n

Also on the menu are heartier options like chicken parmigiana, a cheeseburger made with in-house ground beef, and steak frites served with a red wine sauce. <\/p>\n

The dessert menu is comprised of a few staples, including pistachio cannoli, affogato, tiramisu and tartufo. <\/p>\n

Osteria Schiavio Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Il Miglio<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: Multiple locations<\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: With multiple locations in Montreal, including one at the Time Out Market in the city centre, Il Miglio is a charming eatery with a menu that emphasizes traditional Italian techniques. <\/p>\n

Menus differ slightly by location, but each Il Miglio features fresh pasta and seasonally based dishes of antipasti that will easily transport your taste buds to Italy. <\/p>\n

Start with classics like a green salad with burrata and tomatoes, or veal polpettes served with tomato sauce. <\/p>\n

Mains on the menu are simple, yet classic, including gnocchi with tomato sauce and basil, a meat or cheese lasagna, and rigatoni with bolognese sauce. <\/p>\n

For dessert, finish things off with a classic homemade tiramisu. <\/p>\n

Il Miglio Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

Lulu’s Pasta Bar<\/p>\n

Price: \ud83d\udcb8\ud83d\udcb8<\/p>\n

Address: Multiple locations<\/a><\/p>\n

Why You Need To Go: Lulu’s Pasta Bar offers fresh, handmade pasta served in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. <\/p>\n

With several locations in Montreal, the pasta bar serves handmade pasta prepared with simple, high-quality ingredients in a way that combines quality, variety, and convenience.<\/p>\n

Diners can choose from several kinds of pasta, including classic dishes like a Creamy Aglio-Olio and unique creations such as a “Creamy Cheeseburger” pasta, which features ros\u00e9 sauce with ground beef, pickles, and cheddar cheese. They can even customize their own pasta by choosing their noodle, protein, sauce and toppings. <\/p>\n

The pastas are served in a convenient cup that you can take on the go or leisurely enjoy at the restaurant. <\/p>\n

Lulu’s Pasta Bar Menu<\/a><\/p>\n

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