Cafe Gentile is described as a welcoming and stylish spot with a modern yet warm atmosphere that fits a casual coffee, a business meeting, or a relaxed dinner. The food is repeatedly praised for freshness, generous portions, and Italian flair, with pizzas, pastas, seafood, and daily specials earning high marks, while desserts and coffee also draw strong praise. The service is frequently highlighted as attentive, friendly, and professional, making guests feel at home even when busy. The new West Island location is noted for its chic decor, vibrant ambiance, and convenient parking, matching or surpassing the original spots in quality and consistency. A few reservations appear about noise levels and some menu value items, with some guests feeling portions for certain dishes could be larger or prices higher, but overall the impression is that Cafe Gentile is a standout destination in the West Island and worth multiple visits for both cafe and restaurant experiences.
I recently discovered Gentile Café in DDO & I honestly can't say enough good things about it. We first went for brunch two Sundays ago, & I was so impressed that I practically begged my husband to go back that same week for dinner on Friday night.
From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm, inviting, & beautifully thought out. There's such a great attention to detail-not just in the décor, but even in the little touches that made my kids feel so welcome & comfortable. It really made the whole experience feel special for the entire family.
The food is absolutely incredible. Everything we tried, both at brunch & dinner, was fresh, flavorful, & clearly made with care. You can tell there's real passion behind the menu.
But what truly elevates the experience is the service. The staff is attentive, friendly, & genuinely makes you feel taken care of without being overbearing.
Going back on Friday night was exactly what I needed to unwind after a long work week-it was everything I had hoped for & more.
Gentile Café has quickly become one of our favorite spots. Highly recommend!
Beautiful restaurant wow, thank you for bringing downtown to the West Island (without the traffic & lack of parking)....Great service & best of all, the food is outstanding. Well done Gentile team....From the appetizers to the salads, to the main's amazing, flavorful & excellent quality. We will definitely be back.
I finally made it to Café Gentile for brunch, & it was well worth the wait.
It was quite busy when I arrived, but I was seated at the bar, which worked perfectly since I was dining alone. Serena (I hope I'm spelling her name correctly) was working behind the bar & was absolutely lovely - warm, personable, & always smiling. I ordered the Avocado Crostini, a Gentile Spritz, & a latte. Everything was fresh & delicious, & the latte was excellent.
Since I hadn't yet tried their dinner menu, I made a reservation & returned with my husband. Once again, the restaurant was very busy, which says a lot. We were greeted warmly by the hostess & shown to our table promptly. The atmosphere is inviting & cozy, with great music that adds to the overall experience.
Our server, Bella, was attentive without being intrusive - the perfect balance. For appetizers, I had the Artichoke Crostini & my husband ordered the special (Argentine shrimp with quinoa). Both were beautifully presented & full of flavor. For mains, I chose the Grilled Branzino, which was perfectly cooked, & my husband had the Madison Square Garden pizza, which he thoroughly enjoyed.
We ended the evening with a brownie topped with marshmallow & vanilla gelato - a sweet & satisfying finish. Thank you to Serena for the thoughtful treat.
Between Serena & Bella, the service was outstanding on both visits. Café Gentile delivers not only excellent food but also a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to return.
Highly recommended for both brunch & dinner in the West Island.
Great experience - Excellent food & portions were more generous than St. Catherine location (I was disappointed with my last visit).
Had the Steak & Cheese sandwich with a 1/2 portion of Rigatoni Rosé.
Service was outstanding - everybody was friendly from start to end.
Definitely a great spot for lunch of a quick coffee.
The bar area is beautiful. Nice decor overall.
Went for lunch for the first time, very impressed! Beautiful ambiance, delicious food & all plates coming out & most of all impeccable service! my glass of water was never empty! wish I got out servers name, he was tall, thank you so much! We'll be back soon!!!
Beautiful atmosphere, delicious coffee, clean & private bathrooms, service is decent & attentive. For the price is worth it, I rather spend the extra money & come here over any other coffee shop.
Dec 30, 2025
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What a beautiful restaurant - from the food, the decor, the finishes, the staff. Everyone is so kind & the food is 10/10. First time trying artichokes tonight… I was amazed! Adam was our waiter & did an excellent job! Always checking in on us & ensuring the meal was to our expectations. Thanks again Gentile & looking forward to coming back!
Absolutely amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming & warm. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, & made us feel genuinely cared for. The service was quick but never rushed, & every recommendation they made was spot on.
The food was beyond delicious - fresh ingredients, beautifully presented, & full of flavor. You can tell there's real passion & attention to detail behind every dish. The portions were generous, & everything tasted even better than expected.
I rarely leave reviews, but this place truly deserves it. I'll definitely be coming back - highly recommend! 👏✨
Dec 7, 2025
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Thank you to Anthony & the rest of the crew love that you're finally in the West Island great job beautiful place can't wait for dinner service to be open
I had a great experience at Café Gentile in DDO! The atmosphere is warm & welcoming, & the staff were super friendly & attentive. The food was fresh, flavourful, & beautifully presented. It's definitely a spot I'll be coming back to - highly recommend!
Beautiful restaurant, amazing service, & such delicious food!! If I could have given more than 5 stars, I would have! Happy to have such an amazing restaurant in West Island!
This restaurant is what the West Island has been missing! Somewhere that we can go for a coffee/ breakfast/lunch/ or dinner- for the whole family, group of friends or a nice date night. The staff is friendly & amazing, the atmosphere is vibrant & beautiful. The food, as we have come to expect from Gentile's is always delicious! Looking forward to so many more visits.
