Drogheria Fine
QC H2T 2M2
Drogheria Fine is a cozy Italian grocer and iconic walk-up counter on Fairmount Avenue in Montreal's Mile End. It is best known for serving fresh, handmade gnocchi tossed in house-made tomato sauce and topped with parmesan and chili flakes. The signature dish is famously dished out hot and quickly in classic Chinese takeout boxes at a very affordable price point.
Audience reactions are sharply divided over Drogheria Fine's viral gnocchi. While many appreciate the budget-friendly price, generous cheese, and street-food novelty, others heavily criticize the food quality, describing the gnocchi texture as mushy and the sauce as reminiscent of canned food. A few commenters also caution against occasionally abrupt customer service.
- Order the iconic $5 gnocchi served in a Chinese takeout container.
- Ask for chili flakes and parmesan cheese to punch up the house tomato sauce.
- Expect a softer, tender gnocchi texture rather than firm or al dente.
- Head to the walk-up window along Fairmount Avenue in Mile End for fast takeout.
- Prepare for no-frills, brisk service during peak hours.
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