text: We came back to visit Montreal in large part because the food experience is so high quality Within this city setting Cafe Via Dante is a jewel The generational evolution from cornercoffeecommunitycenter to fine dining is authentic as is the prosciutto slicer on display The knowledgeable staff let us fresh and artisinal ingredients speak for themselves Sure there are fancier decors and chandeliers to be had elsewhere but it would be hard to find a more delicious and delightful dinner experience