#1 Italian Restaurant in
Niagara Falls
Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant offers a modern and refreshing take on authentic Italian cuisine and the most spectacular views of Niagara Falls. Massimo Capra is one of Canada’s most prominent chefs and Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant reflects his distinct connection to both Italy and Niagara through a combination of classic Italian cuisine, fantastic wines, and high-quality, often locally-sourced ingredients. At Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant, old world tradition meets new world style, and with every meal, diners experience a true taste of Italy and the finest of Niagara Falls.
Who is Chef Massimo Capra?
Born in Soresina, Italy, a town in the picturesque Lombardy region, Massimo Capra grew up on a dairy farm and honed his culinary skills in the kitchens of some of the finest hotels and restaurants in Italy. He brought his talents to Canada in the early 1980s and went on to become one of Toronto’s most acclaimed chefs, opening a number of authentic Italian restaurants in the city and beyond.
Massimo Capra is now one of Canada’s most prominent and celebrated chefs, and is also an acclaimed author and television personality. He now brings his colourful and artistic culinary vision to Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant, offering guests innovative Italian cuisine in direct view of one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders.
Dinner
Our enticing dinner menu offers innovative takes on authentic Italian dishes using fresh and delicious ingredients from throughout the Niagara Region. A variety of appetizers and entrees will make for satisfying and noteworthy dining experiences, featuring fresh vegetables, meat, seafood, and more.
Dessert
Complementing the signature Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant dinner menu is a selection of delectable desserts that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Each dessert is crafted with unique artisan flare and offers an enticing and delicious way to end your meal.
Wine
The Niagara Region produces many world-renowned wines and Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant showcases a wide variety of the very best. Guests can indulge in remarkable reds, whites, and dessert wines from Niagara, Italy, and beyond to experience perfect pairings with their meal.
Looking to dine early? Enjoy our 3 course prix fixe menu between 5pm and 6pm daily.
For The Table
Salumi Charcuterie
italian proscuitto & pingue’s cured meats, house pickled vegetables, assortment of local & imported cheeses, crispy house baked rosemary crostini, seasonal compote and mustard
Warm Mixed Olives
roasted peppers, roasted garlic, preserved lemon
Foraged Mushroom Arancini
pesto, truffle emulsion
Rustic Garlic Bread
confit garlic, fontina, parmesan, toasted baguette
Appetizers
Chef’s Soup Selection
roasted red pepper and tomato puree
Caesar Salad
baby romaine, crisp prosciutto, creamy garlic dressing, crostini, shaved pecorino, crisp sardines
Fritta Di Mare
shrimp, scallop, calamari, corn flour crust, fried lemon & herb, finger chili, red onion, saffron emulsion
Burrata
d.o.p cream filled cheese, pelham hothouse heirloom tomato confit, white balsamic reduction, pickled red onion, pine nut, fresh basil, rosemary crostini, crispy bebe farms kale
Sous Vide Octopus
cucumber, pickled peppers, charred corn, spiced almond, herb aioli, crispy sweet potato, chili oil
Green Salad
baby lettuces, local cucumber, roasted grapes, white balsamic and cider vinaigrette, creamy gorgonzola, crispy onions
Bruschetta
tomato, garlic, artichoke, black olive, goat cheese, toasted panini
Pasta
Shrimp & Pea Carbonara
papardelle, wild pacific shrimp, fresh peas, guanciale, tomato, egg yolk, black pepper, pecorino
Gnocchi Amatriciana
chef’s house made potato & parmesan dumplings, niagara specialties crisp pancetta, spanish onion confit, roasted garlic, butter poached broccolini, pomodoro san marzano, basil, grana padano
Linguine Pescatore
fresh pasta, shrimp, calamari, scallop, basil, rose sauce, ricotta salata, crisp kale
Rigatoni Alla Bolognese
pork & beef ragu, basil, grana padano
Cavatelli Ai Funghi
bogdan’s mushrooms, double smoked bacon, black garlic crema, swiss chard, cacciocavallo
Main Course
Chicken “Parmesan”
fior di latte, linguine pomodoro, grana padano
AAA Beef Tenderloin
oyster mushroom polenta, blistered tomato, crispy onions, foie gras gastrique
Sous Vide Ontario Lamb Rack
navy bean & merguez sausage ragu, rosemary and cinzano jus
Arctic Char Fillet
risotto milanese, shelled lobster, lobster butter, preserved lemon & kinsella pea salad
Pan Roasted Black Grouper
warm red quinoa salad, argentina shrimp, swiss chard, saffron citrus sauce and capsicum gel
Dessert
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
dark chocolate sauce, pistachio gelato
Tiramisu
savoiardi, mascarpone mousse, coffee, cocoa
Chocolate Gelato
Andrew’s traditional italian gelato, house made cashew & chocolate biscotti
Massimo’s Early Prix Fixe
Available daily from 5pm – 6pm
$70 plus taxes & gratuities per guest
First Course
Chef’s Soup Creation
seasonally inspired
Classic Caesar Salad
baby romaine, crisp prosciutto, creamy garlic dressing, crostini, shaved pecorino
Bruschetta
tomato, garlic, artichoke, black olive, goat cheese, toasted panini
Second Course
Rigatoni Alla Bolognese
pork & beef ragu, basil, grana padano
Cavatelli al Funghi
bogdans’s mushrooms, double smoked bacon, black garlic crema, swiss chard, cacciocavallo
Linguine Pescatore
fresh pasta, shrimp, calmari, scallop, basil, rose sauce, ricotta salata, crisp kale
Third Course
Tiramisu
savoiardi, mascarpone mousse, coffee, cocoa
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
dark chocolate sauce, pistachio gelato
Dinner Reservations
Open Daily: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Complimentary parking available
Reserve your table at Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant
Located at the Sheraton Fallsview – Fallsview Dining Level
905-374-5023
Niagara Culinary Experiences
Falls Avenue Resort’s Niagara Culinary Experiences are an exciting series of events featuring Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra and Winery Partners that call Falls Avenue Resort home. Each event is designed upon a theme to showcase the culinary passion of our restaurant teams. Our seventh season of events includes culinary tours of the Abruzzo and Piedmont regions of Italy, special evenings featuring Truffles, and the liquid gold that can only be found in the Niagara Region, Icewine.
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Spectacular Fallsview
Located on the Fallsview Dining Level of the Sheraton Fallsview hotel, guests will dine within direct view of the breathtaking Niagara Falls. The scenic backdrop combined with a dynamic menu and extensive wine list make Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant one of the most remarkable dining destinations in Niagara Falls.
The Team
The team at Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant consists of some of the most talented culinary artisans in the Niagara Region working to provide exceptional fine-dining experiences overlooking Niagara Falls.