Overall, reviews describe Cafe Gentile as a place with warm ambience, attentive and friendly service, and high quality Italian cooking across locations and meals from brunch to dinner. The menu is praised for fresh ingredients, flavorful pastas, pizzas, seafood, and comforting desserts, with many noting generous portions and thoughtful presentation. The coffee program and cocktails receive strong appreciation, and the atmosphere is frequently described as lively yet welcoming, making it suitable for family meals, date nights, or catching up with friends. While some visits mention a busy or noisy environment and at times variable pacing or value, most reviewers feel the experience remains appealing and worth returning for, often highlighting the consistency and hospitality as standout features. The West Island and DDO locations are both cited as positive additions, delivering the same level of care, a modern yet warm design, and reliable service, with many commenters looking forward to trying more dishes and returning for dinner or weekend brunch.
Got to the restaurant open the door & you are greeted instantly & how to help you. We were seated down & our waiter. Jimmy came to us & told us about the menu. He was amazing. I ordered an espresso martini was absolutely delicious. Then we had Nonna's meatballs & arancini as an entrée & also the gnocchi. Dessert cannoli.. Oh my God so so good shared with my girlfriend the atmosphere absolutely beautiful. We were there early & then saw so many people coming in. The cook had sent us an hello Hello 👋 which was so nice. Everybody's amazing. Got to speak to one of the waitresses I promised her that we would have an espresso martini together. The next time I went her name was Bella. Amazing service amazing food amazing people definitely definitely going back for more. The drinks are awesome. Gonna be one of my favourite restaurants for the summer that's for sure can't wait for The terrace to open ..
thank you so much for making us feel so welcomed & taking very good care of us ❤?💋
Apr 2, 2026
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Finally, a cafe in the West Island with a classy & unique vibe with great service. Was served by Bella who made our night extra special; thank you Bella!
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.
So we were at Gentile West Island yesterday evening with a group of about twenty. For most of us it was the first time at the West Island location. We are big fans of the other two already. This place gets a 5 star rating on all counts. We had a variety of appetizers (they kept coming) that were excellent. The main meal (veal sacalopinni limone) was fantastic. The variety of desserts were also great. Now lets add an amazing ambiance (imagine this was a week day), an amazing decor, the service is excellent (Bella is great) & the host, owner Anthony Gentile is great. Add to this: ample & free parking. Don't take my word on this, check it out yourself. I would make reservations!
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Jan 29, 2026
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We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. Our waitress, Bella, was incredibly kind, attentive, & helpful throughout the meal - she truly made us feel welcome. We ordered pizza, & it was absolutely delicious: fresh, flavorful, & perfectly cooked. Great food & excellent service made for a really enjoyable visit. We'll definitely back !!
First time ay Gentile's. Went for a team lunch & had an awesome experience. Bella our waitress was nothing less than amazing & we shared many laughs. The cutlet sandwich ( added marinated eggplant) with a side of arugula salad was DELICIOUS! The pizza so Yummy! & the latte's OMG had to have 2. Will definitely return!
First time going to Gentile in the West Island & I absolutely loved it. The food was amazing, the cocktails were to die for & the decor was just stunning. Such an amazing atmosphere & the staff was on point. Bella served us & was such a delight, made the best first impression to this restaurant. She made very good recommendations & checked in on us plenty of times throughout our night. I will definitely be coming back 🌟
From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm & welcoming. The staff was incredibly accommodating, making the whole experience feel effortless & enjoyable. Our waitress, Bella, was outstanding, her service was attentive, friendly, & you can truly see her passion for what she does. She made our visit exceptional. Congratulations on the new location, Cent'anni!
