Matto crafts an authentic Italian experience centered on the art of traditional pasta and artisanal pizza preparation. The kitchen utilizes high-quality flour and imported ingredients to construct complex flavor profiles across a diverse menu of regional specialties. Patrons observe an open environment where the mechanical precision of pizza ovens dictates the rhythmic flow of the kitchen. Every plate serves as a testament to classic preparation techniques, favoring bold textures and fresh seasonings over unnecessary ornamentation. The structural integrity of the handmade noodles provides a consistent backbone for rich, balanced sauces that define the culinary identity. This establishment maintains a rigorous focus on the fundamental pillars of Mediterranean cooking, ensuring that every served dish reflects a commitment to simplicity and technical mastery in every bite.
Matto offers a vibrant and authentic Italian dining experience in Quebec City, widely praised for its flavorful pastas, fresh seafood, and signature meat dishes like veal and beef cheek. While many guests rave about the warm atmosphere and the exceptional, attentive service provided by the professional staff, some visitors note that the restaurant can become quite busy and noisy, leading to tight seating arrangements. Although the vast majority of experiences are highly positive, with many diners considering it a must-visit destination, a small number of reviews mention inconsistencies with dish preparation or speed of service during peak hours.
Food is excellent. Beware though the pizza is quite large, definitely larger than one person's portion. Took an hour for the main to come, but worth the wait.
We had an amazing dinner here! We ordered pizza, pasta, calamari, & the burrata, & every single dish was absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully prepared. The atmosphere was warm & welcoming, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. A special thank you to our server, who was incredibly kind & friendly. He even surprised us with complimentary limoncello at the end of our meal, which was such a thoughtful gesture. It made our evening even more memorable. We will definitely come back & highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic Italian food & excellent service! One of the best dining experiences we've had in Quebec City. Thank you for such a wonderful evening!
Matto was great. - we shared a pizza - which was perfectly cooked & a pasta which was fresh & yummy. Service was great - friendly professional & timely. Loved this place. Dont skip dessert - the cannelloni was a highlight.
May 8, 2026
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Really great experience. We had dinner here as guests of the hotel. Enjoyed the drinks (my fiance always gets espresso martinis & he loved theirs). Arancini app was amazing - delicious marinara sauce! We both loved our pasta (veal parm & manicotti). We saw the margherita pizza & had to try it... it was incredible. Seemed very authentic (I've been to Italy) & this is my fave kind of pizza. It was to die for. We did make a reservation so there was no wait. Overall a lovely dinner!
This restaurant is located inside Hotel 71. We ordered the mushroom pasta & the prosciutto pizza. The pizza was a bit disappointing , it tasted like it had been reheated & the prosciutto taste was not good. The pasta, on the other hand, was good & I would recommend it.
Very nice atmosphere. I had the mushroom pasta & a pizza. The pasta was quite good, BUT the pizza was honestly one of the worst I've tried ,even a Costco pizza tasted better. It was dry with a very thick, heavy crust. Overall, loved the setting but the pizza definitely needs improvement.
J'ai fait beaucoup de restaurants lors de mon séjour en Sicile, & celui-ci est de loin le meilleur. J'ai pris une pizza & un tiramisu au Nutella à emporter. Comme je logeais à l'hôtel juste à côté, ils ont accepté de me préparer aussi le dessert à emporter. La nourriture était délicieuse, le restaurant en lui-même est très sympa, & le personnel est accueillant & gentil ! Je n'ai franchement rien à redire, si ce n'est que je le conseille vivement !
Nous logions à l'hôtel 71 & nous avons profiter de leur restaurant durant tout notre séjour.
L'ambiance est super, le staff aux petits soins & aussi le plus important. Les pizzas, pâtes & desserts sont délicieux 😋
Food was good, the pizza was good, but lacking salt. Got short changed on my wine because they poured the last of the bottle & did bother to top me up. Bread was promised not delivered. Overall chaotic & needlessly slow.
