Mangiafoco - E Montreal

Mangiafocco is a mozzarella bar where the main act (mozzarella di bufala or burratta) is paired with marinated and deli sides. We've been here before and came back again to enjoy the Quebec Mozzarella di Bufala - denser, chewier and more acidic than its Italian cousin. On this visit, also sampled sides of tasty/tender homemade porchetta and truffled peaches (more like unripened, marinated olives). Finished the meal with tiramisu, which, unfortunately, was a letdown if you've ever had the real thing. The local items are the recommended top picks.

The neighborhood itself is wonderful, located directly behind the Notre Dame Basilica - it is an old neighborhood which has recently come alive with trendy shops and stylish restaurants. This is one of the most wonderful Montreal neighborhoods for a stroll. I wish the restaurant was as good as the neighborhood. Service was divided: the two guys were smiling and personable. The two women were icy and unhappy. The woman with the dark straight hair greeted us with a blank stare when we arrived - not sure what that was about. We arrived exactly on time for our reservation. The second woman got my order wrong - she seemed distracted and unhappy. Pizza was very average. The look and vibe of the place are great - the music was wonderful. Montreal is overflowing with excellent restaurants - this is not one of them.

Went to this restaurant on July 3rd. Food was super. Young server was great and saw the two most gorgeous man and woman ever I think having a good time together while there. I will return to this restaurant any time I visit Montreal and will likely choose Epik as my go to hotel.

Lovely relaxing pizza in this restaurant. Great selection of tempting plates. Delicious burrata and tomato capreze salad. Good location in the old town.

I tried to get into the restaurant Saturday night but was turned away due to no reservations. I came back the next day reservations in hand. What a disappointment. Food was just ok nothing special. Service, although they tried to be polite they couldn't help but be arrogant. I ordered a bottle of wine only to send it back. It was corked, spelled and tasted bad but the waitress insisted it was good. Insinuated she knew more then the stupid tourist. Well she didn't and I will never go back there or recommend it others.Too bad so sad!