Pizzeria Zac | Plant-Based Pizza & Eats — Restaurant in Montreal

What a surprise ! (Review From a None Vegan)

Introduction:

First, I would like to start this meticulous review, by saying that I am no way near vegan. I eat meat for a living, and living by the meat. I eat meat to survive, and meat keeps me alive. You get the picture 🥩.

I never believed that vegan designs can replace the taste of meat, especially after trying a few “Vegan” dishes. However, I was always supportive of the “Real Objective” behind veganism; protecting animals.

Plot :

On a Thursday night, while having one of those deep intellectual 3am conservation with a friend, he suggested me to come try this “well-reviewed authentic vegan pizzeria” after I was complaining that my Pizza Pizza order was disastrously horrific (They forgot my fries, my drinks, and the pizza tasted like cardboard. No one likes to pay for “shift food” right?)

I told him, I was never a big fan of veganism, but I'd give it a shot. So I decided to go there on Saturday.

AS AN INTELLECTUAL PERSON, I didn't go there expecting a life-changing experience. Neither expecting to be fulled-up like a garbage bag on trash day, like I'm used to feel with fast food. I was going there with the mentality of trying a new culinary experience, a new type of food, to let myself enjoy the moment and to not compare their vegan pizza with a fat-jacked, thick-wicked, Domino's Pizza.

Review :

Atmosphere (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) :

Family Friendly :

I went there with my family (my wife and my newborn), we got welcomed with a nice vibe, between the superb music playlist (not too loud, not too low) and the vibrant handmade decoration, we sat on a CLEAN table and started looking at the Menu.

Staff :

We got welcomed by a lovely cashier named Jahnye, who looks imposing by his stature, but makes you feel like home. For a first time, he suggested us to try “Le Mile End”; because it was their most popular pizza. We also had the chance to meet the chef (pardon me my darling, I forgot your name), who came down to greet us regardless of her shy and introvert nature. A gesture we really appreciate.

Decor :

The interior design is quite unique. There are a lot of hand-drawn decorations from really talented people. Music is pleasant, relaxing, and relatable ! There is a vinyl near the tables. It's a cool thing to see, but scary to touch. Tables don't shake, Food (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

Order: Our final order was a : - "Le Mile End" (14" Grande)/ 23$ 2 canned soft drinks / 2x2$ Pain à l'ail (Garlic Bread) / 8$ 2 Cinnamon Buns (Not on Menu) / 2x2$ Total : 45$ tax included + 10$ tip = 55$

This order is well enough for 2 people. Fully rounded and recommended. You have the main dish “Le Mile End”, sided by a soft drink to please my diabetes, garlic bread to please my Miss, and the Cinnamon buns, because they were testing a new recipe.

$55 might sound a lot, but hold on and think about it this way. Full excellent meal for $27.5 per person tax AND tips included for such a good quality meal is a perfect price. If you're by yourself, you can take the "Petite Format 10” " for 14$, a soft drink for 2$ and a cinnamon bun if they have it for 2$, that's 20$ for a full meal. Cheaper than an Amir/Boustan plate (without any drink or desert) for a better quality combo.

Quality (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) :

Quality is amazing, you eat in a gourmet without paying like a gourmet !

We have 3 favourites : a. Pin nuts on the pizza. It made me go back to my childhood. My mom used to cook with pin nuts.

b. Cheese was really nice in the mouth. It has a special texture that I like, not too sticky and not sloppy !

c. Pesto Sauce was immaculate. My Miss and I fell in love with it.

Suggestions :

Change your lights to be more visible

Create a combo special including pizza-drink-desert bun for example

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the day was late when we first arrived in montreal. we were famished after a six hour drive, and came upon the glowing front door of pizzeria zac whilst wandering around the streets of mile end. One could not have predicted the quality of food which we were about to find ourselves masticating. now, as a pair we represent 6 (and a half) year vegan and a regular pizza consumer (non-vegan). one year and four score ago, I, the non-vegan, found myself in another continent in the country of Italy, eating pizza and/or pasta every day without failure. I can tell you with full confidence that this is one of the best pizzas you or I will ever have. For our first visit (and, yes, we couldn't help ourselves but to go back again later that week) we ordered the large size of the Aphrodite pizza under the 'pesto' sauce section. 'Aphrodite' couldn't be a more fitting name for such a divine slice of pizza as that was in that moment. the pesto sauce is absolutely to die for, and our mouths salivated between each bite. as for our second visit, we ordered 'the mile end' and the 'all dressed,' wanting to try their marinara option in addition to the pesto sauce. our second visit closed out our trip to montreal, and we savored each slice as if it were our last supper, basking in the soul/rnb music playing from the radio by the counter.

as a vegan, i've been deprived of a good pizza for 6 years, with a few exceptions. typically, the cheese is the problem, but at pizzaria zac, this is far from the case. the cheese is exceptionally cheesy (i've honestly forgotten what cheese tastes like but this cheeze is really good). it left us saying, 'how have they done it?? how?'

you are absolutely foolish if you do not visit pizzaria zac whilst in mile end. P.S. on out first visit, the couple next to us was definitely stoned, but that is not necessary in order to have a heavenly experience at Pizzaria Zac (and i'm not just saying as much because the legal age for buying weed...

Amazing Vegan Pizza - But Montreal Needs a New York Style Option!

I’ve visited New York many times and have had some of the best vegan pizza there, and as a Montrealer and vegan, I can confidently say that Pizzeria Zac is the best vegan pizza in Montreal. Your flavors are incredible, and it’s amazing to have a dedicated vegan pizzeria in the city ..seriously, thank you for what you’re doing!

That said, I do wish there was an option for thicker, more filling New York–style pies. Your pizzas are delicious, but the thin crust means I often have to order multiple pies just to feel full. In New York, a couple of big, hearty slices from places like Screamers in Brooklyn are enough to satisfy - it’s the crust that makes the difference.

I’d love to see Pizzeria Zac offer: -A thicker New York–style crust option -Sizes like small, medium, and large -The ability to buy by the slice, like in classic New York pizza joints

Your calzones, especially the Beyond Calzone, are incredible and super filling - this shows that a heartier option works perfectly with your menu. I really believe you could be the first place in Montreal to nail New York- style vegan pizza, and it would be huge for the city.

Again, this is just a suggestion - you’re already doing an amazing job, and I’m so grateful to have a spot like yours in Montreal. I hope you’ll consider this idea because it could take your pizza game to the next level!

God bless, and keep up the...