Dans l’ensemble, les avis décrivent Cafe Gentile comme un lieu à l’ambiance chaleureuse, avec un service attentif et amical, et une cuisine italienne de haute qualité du brunch au dîner. La carte est louée pour des ingrédients frais, des plats de pâtes, des pizzas, des fruits de mer et des desserts réconfortants, avec de nombreuses portions généreuses et des présentations soignées. Le café et les cocktails obtiennent un fort enthousiasme, et l’atmosphère est souvent décrite comme animée mais accueillante, adaptée pour des repas en famille, des soirées en amoureux ou des retrouvailles entre amis. Bien que certaines visites signalent un cadre vivant ou bruyant et parfois un rapport qualité-prix variable, la plupart des avis estiment que l’expérience reste séduisante et donne envie de revenir, en soulignant souvent la constance et l’hospitalité comme des points forts. Les emplacements West Island et DDO sont cités comme des ajouts positifs, offrant le même niveau de soin, un design moderne mais chaleureux, et un service fiable, de nombreux commentaires souhaitant essayer plus de plats et revenir pour le dîner ou le brunch du week-end.
The service was outstanding, the food gourmet & beautifully presented.
The restaurant is very nice, definitely go for the food. For conversations it may be a little to noisy.
First visit to the DDO location & it did not disappoint. I've been to Westmount & Chabanel many times, & this one absolutely lives up to the standard.
Beautiful decor & a great vibe right when you walk in.
We had a great dinner with fabulous, friendly service from start to finish. The Caesar salad was fresh & really tasty, & the artichoke appetizer was absolutely delicious.
The Charred Up pizza with fresh mutz, parlour's sauce, dry cured house pepperoni, & Calabrian chilli flakes was perfect. Also had a great arrabbiata margarita.
All in all a great night
20 avr. 2026
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Beautiful atmosphere. The decor is awesome. Went on a Sunday morning (8am ish). The choice of music was awesome. Slightly too loud for a Sunday morning. Unfortunately, No Pancakes before 9am. 😥
What a fantastic Sunday treat! We visited today & decided to try their specialties - the Lamb Lasagna & Zeppole - & honestly, we were not disappointed. The Lamb Lasagna was rich, hearty, & perfectly layered, with tender lamb that had clearly been slow-cooked to perfection. A truly comforting dish done right.
The Zeppole were a delightful finish - light, fluffy, & just sweet enough to leave you smiling. A classic done beautifully.
Beyond the food, the service was attentive & warm, making us feel genuinely welcomed from the moment we walked in. & the ambiance? Absolutely stunning - the kind of place where you want to linger long after your meal is done.
Highly recommend making a reservation & trying their specialties. We'll definitely be back!
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 ❤?💋
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!
20 mars 2026
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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.
22 févr. 2026
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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!!!
18 janv. 2026
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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.
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!
