Best Pizza in Montreal 2026 — 12 Spots Compared
The best pizza in Montreal (2026)
Top 3: Bottega Pizzeria (Petite-Italie, Neapolitan), Pizzeria No.900 (multiple locations, wood-fired), Magpie Pizzeria (Mile End, Italian-Canadian).
Late night: Pizzeria Géo, Snowdon Pizza.
Cheapest slice: $5-7 at downtown counters. Best whole pie: $15-22 at Neapolitan spots.
💡 Insider tip: Pizzeria No.900 across all locations (Outremont, Petite-Italie, Verdun, NDG) does a $14 weekday lunch combo — same Neapolitan pies as dinner, half the price. Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm.
✨ Best for: pizza lovers on a budget, weekday lunch crews.
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Montreal does not have one canonical pizza style — it has five. Below: a comparison table of the 12 best pizzerias, broken down by style, neighbourhood, price, and what they nail.
🍕 The 12 best pizzerias compared
| Pizzeria | Style | Neighbourhood | Price (whole pie) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottega Pizzeria | Neapolitan, wood-fired | Petite-Italie | $18-22 | date night, AVPN purists |
| Pizzeria No.900 | Neapolitan, wood-fired | Outremont · NDG · Petite-Italie · Verdun | $16-21 | consistent quality, $14 weekday lunch |
| Magpie Pizzeria | Italian-Canadian, thin crust | Mile End | $22-28 | elevated dining, natural wine pairing |
| Elena | Sourdough crust | Saint-Henri | $20-26 | special occasions, sourdough fans |
| Pizzeria Geppetto | Classic, family-run | Plateau | $15-20 | no-fuss neighbourhood pizza |
| Snowdon Pizza | Late-night, Montreal style | Snowdon | $14-19 | post-bar at 2am, delivery |
| Pizzeria Géo | Late-night, all-dressed | Multiple | $13-17 | classic Montreal all-dressed, delivery |
| Pizzeria Napoletana | Italian classic, BYOB | Little Italy | $14-22 | BYOB, large groups, since 1948 |
| Hostaria | Neapolitan, AVPN-certified | Saint-Léonard | $18-24 | authentic, off-tourist |
| Stella Pizzeria | Roman-style al taglio | Plateau | $6-9/slice | quick lunch, rectangular slices |
| Inferno Pizzeria | Neapolitan | Saint-Henri | $17-22 | trendy date night |
| 5 Saisons Bistro | Wood-fired bistro | Outremont | $17-23 | family dinner, walk-in friendly |
🏆 The top 3, ranked
1. Bottega Pizzeria — Petite-Italie
The gold standard. AVPN-certified Neapolitan, wood-fired in 90 seconds, dough fermented 48-72 hours. Margherita ($18) is the benchmark every other pizzeria in the city compares itself to. Reservations recommended on weekends.
2. Pizzeria No.900 — multiple locations
The consistency king. Four locations (Outremont, NDG, Petite-Italie, Verdun) all deliver the same high-quality wood-fired Neapolitan. The $14 weekday lunch combo (pizza + side + drink, Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm) is the best pizza-value in the city.
3. Magpie Pizzeria — Mile End
The elevated option. Thin Italian-Canadian crust, natural-wine focused, $22-28 a pie. Where you take your visiting Toronto friends who think they know good pizza. Walk-in only — no reservations.
🍕 Pizza by style
| Style | What it is | Where to try it |
|---|---|---|
| Neapolitan | Soft, charred, wood-fired in 90 seconds. Margherita-forward. | Bottega · No.900 · Hostaria · Inferno |
| Italian-Canadian thin crust | Crispier, slightly thicker base. Modern toppings. | Magpie · Elena (sourdough variant) |
| Roman al taglio | Rectangular, sold by the slice. Cheap and fast. | Stella Pizzeria |
| Montreal “all-dressed” | Loaded with pepperoni, green pepper, mushroom, mozzarella. Late-night classic. | Pizzeria Géo · Snowdon Pizza |
| Family BYOB | Old-school, bring your own wine, large groups. | Pizzeria Napoletana |
📍 Pizza by neighbourhood
- Petite-Italie: Bottega, No.900 — the Neapolitan epicentre
- Plateau-Mont-Royal: Pizzeria Geppetto, Stella (Roman slices)
- Mile End: Magpie — the elevated pick
- Saint-Henri: Elena (sourdough), Inferno (Neapolitan)
- Outremont / NDG / Verdun: Pizzeria No.900 locations + 5 Saisons (Outremont)
- Snowdon / late-night: Snowdon Pizza, Pizzeria Géo
- Saint-Léonard: Hostaria — off-tourist authentic
🌙 Late-night pizza (after 11pm)
Most Neapolitan spots close by 11pm. For 1-3am delivery: Pizzeria Géo, Snowdon Pizza, plus chain delivery (Pizza Hut, Domino’s, Mikes). UberEats and SkipTheDishes cover most neighbourhoods until 2am.
💰 Price guide
| Option | Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Single slice at counter (downtown) | $5-$7 |
| Neapolitan 10-12 inch pie (premium) | $15-$22 |
| Family 14-16 inch pie (neighbourhood) | $20-$30 |
| Roman al taglio (Stella, by slice) | $6-$9/slice |
| Late-night Montreal-style large | $18-$25 |
| Delivery tip (industry standard) | 15-20% on top of service fee |
⚡ Quick tips for ordering
- Book ahead for Bottega, Elena, and weekend Magpie evenings. The rest are walk-in friendly.
- Save 30% by ordering the $14 weekday lunch combo at No.900 instead of dinner pies.
- Avoid resellers for delivery — order direct from the pizzeria’s site when possible. UberEats and SkipTheDishes add 25-40% markup.
- Montreal tax + tip: 14.975% sales tax. Tip 15-20% on the pre-tax subtotal.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best pizza in Montreal?
Top 3 picks for 2026: Bottega Pizzeria (Petite-Italie, Neapolitan), Pizzeria No.900 (4 locations, wood-fired), and Magpie Pizzeria (Mile End, elevated Italian-Canadian).
Is Montreal pizza different from New York pizza?
Yes. Montreal has no single canonical style — a mix of Neapolitan (Bottega, No.900), Italian-Canadian thin (Magpie), Roman al taglio (Stella), and a unique Montreal late-night all-dressed style (Pizzeria Géo) loaded with toppings.
How much is a pizza in Montreal?
$15-$22 for a 10-12 inch Neapolitan pie at premium spots. $20-$30 for a 14-16 inch family pizza at neighbourhood spots. $5-$7 for a slice at downtown counters.
Where is the best Neapolitan pizza in Montreal?
Bottega Pizzeria in Petite-Italie is the most established AVPN-certified spot. Pizzeria No.900 (Outremont, NDG, Petite-Italie, Verdun) has won multiple Time Out and Curiocity rankings. Hostaria in Saint-Léonard is the off-tourist authentic pick.
Do Montreal pizzerias deliver late?
Most close by 11pm. For 1-3am delivery: Pizzeria Géo, Snowdon Pizza, and chain delivery (Pizza Hut, Domino’s, Mikes). UberEats and SkipTheDishes cover most neighbourhoods until 2am.
Reviewed by: Montreal Tips editorial team · Last updated: May 13, 2026
Sources: 2026 menu pricing direct from each pizzeria website, Cult MTL Best of MTL 2024 readers poll, Time Out Montreal, Curiocity Montreal rankings.
