I didn't even know this place existed, but I am so glad I know now. Located next to two Montreal gems Kem CoBA (ice cream) and Fairmount Bagel I had just assumed that the line was for either of those two places, but as we got closer I discovered that this bustling block is home to another Montreal favorite.
Step right up to Drogheria Fine and for $5 receive a generous portion of fresh made gnocchi with tomato sauce. Gnocchi served up piping hot and then topped with a generous portion of house made tomato sauce, parmesan cheese and crush red pepper if it's your fancy. They don't even close up the box, cause they know you will just be clawing to open it up. It is DELICIOUS and they move along pretty quickly. A must try, walk up to the window, mid-day snack in the summer, I'm not sure if this location is open in the wintertime.
Rumor has it they sold sandwiches, which didn't appear to be the case here. They do have another location on Beaubien; I haven't had a chance to check out.