Everyone loves Italian food and when it comes to desserts and pastries, you’ll be hard pressed to find more delicious treats! Whether you’re craving a traditional cannoli, Italian cookies or special occasion delicacies like zeppoles, here are some of the best Italian bakeries in Montreal.
Located in Little Italy, La Cornetteria is a small bakery and café on St. Laurent Blvd with a few tables and chairs to enjoy a pastry and coffee before starting your day. Enjoy a cornetto, which is a cross between a croissant and a doughnut, filled with pastry cream or chocolate. Make sure that you accompany it with a deliciously brewed cappuccino.
The classic Italian bakery known to everyone, Alati Caserta has been serving patrons since 1968. Known for having the best cannolis in the city, they also serve other authentic Italian treats like sfogliatelle Napolitana, amaretti cookies and more. If you’re looking to bring dessert to a night with friends, stop in at this Little Italy landmark.
Located on Jean Talon East, San Pietro has been serving customers for over 35 years. A family-run Italian bakery, you’re getting some of the best cakes, pastries and pizza in the city here. They still use their original recipes! They specialize in custom designed cakes and pastry trays, and they also offer an assortment of cookies and pastries and computerized photo cakes! If you’re celebrating a special occasion, let San Pietro’s family take care of yours.
San Marco is located in the East End and is best known for their custom cakes and amaretti cookies. If you’re looking for a cake that will make a statement, San Marco is the place to go. They will create just about anything you can think of. And be sure to order some of their cookies, especially their amaretti, they’re said to be some of the best in the city.
Arte & Farina is a new Italian bakery located in the Village. Opened by two chefs from Italy, they serve fresh-baked breads, Roman pizza with seasonal toppings from the market, Italian street food and traditional Italian desserts. Drop in to pick up a quick lunch, or amazing dessert. Arte & Farina will woo your taste buds and you’ll feel like you’re in Italy, without ever stepping foot outside Montreal.
Little Italy is filled with gems and San Gennaro is one of them. Fairly new to the scene, this Italian café, dolce, and pizza al taglio serves authentic Italian fare in a cozy atmosphere. The pizza toppings change according to what’s market fresh, the desserts and pastries are made on-site, and they also offer frittatas, salads and soups. When the weather is warm, enjoy their large terrace and soak up the Little Italy atmosphere.