I went to Piatti Pronti for a Friday night Galentine’s dinner with my friends Farzy, Sarah, Steph and it ended up being way more fun than we expected. From the moment we walked in, the energy felt lively… almost like stepping into an Italian family reunion. There’s a signed Céline Dion photo at the entrance, which already tells you this is not going to be a quiet, minimalist dinner spot. It has big personality and it embraces it. We were served by Rocco, the owner, which made the experience feel personal and welcoming from the start. Throughout the night, a live performer named Giorgio sang everything from Lady Gaga to classic oldies. He was genuinely sweet and knew how to read the room. At one point, a large birthday table was pulled up to dance multiple times, and the whole restaurant felt like it was part of the celebration. It turned dinner into an experience. For entrées, we shared the calamari, meatballs, burrata and salmon tartare. Everything was great for sharing. The burrata was fresh and creamy, the meatballs were comforting and saucy, and the calamari was a solid way to start the night. For mains, we ordered the aglio e olio and pomodoro pastas, along with the Mediterranea pizza. I always think simple sauces say a lot about a kitchen, and both pastas were well prepared and satisfying. Steph and I shared a bottle of red wine and also tasted a few cocktails, which made it feel like a full Friday night out rather than just a quick dinner. This is not a trendy downtown Italian restaurant. It feels like a classic neighborhood spot where dinner can easily turn into a celebration. If you’re looking for good food, live music and a fun, energetic atmosphere in Laval, this is a great option.
