Dans l'ensemble, Cafe Gentile est perçu comme une adresse italienne de grande qualité sur la West Island et à DDO, avec une ambiance chaleureuse, une décoration soignée et un cadre propice au brunch, au déjeuner ou au dîner. Le service est fréquemment loué pour son accueil, son attention et son efficacité, même lorsque le restaurant est très fréquenté. La carte propose une variété de pizzas, de plats de veau, de poissons et de pâtes, présentés avec soin et préparés avec des ingrédients frais. Les plats principaux et les antipasti obtiennent de nombreux compliments, bien que certaines portions puissent sembler plus petites et que des substitutions ne conviennent pas à tout le monde. Les desserts et les pâtisseries, ainsi que le café et les biscuits, récoltent aussi des éloges pour leur fraîcheur et leur qualité. Le niveau sonore peut être élevé et le bruit de la musique est un point mentionné par quelques visiteurs. Globalement, malgré quelques critiques sur le prix et les portions, l'expérience est décrite comme chaleureuse et mémorable, et beaucoup recommandent Cafe Gentile pour le brunch et le dîner, en promettant de revenir.
It is a nice Italian Cafe. I ordered the'Bada Bing' pizza, was very good. Thin crust, cooked properly. Was light, I ate the whole thing. They have'special' iced tea, which is great because I always drink iced tea & theirs isn't as sugary as Fuze or Brisk. I didn't order a dessert, but their capacino was very good.
Parking is in the back, can be a hassle, right at lunch. I parked in the Sami fruits, across the street.
Cafe Gentille DDO made me a nice late & cookie 🍪 the coffee ☕ is well made & the cookie is delicious, & the person who made the coffee was very polite. I love the interior design & the Sicilian flag ❤? Its a very nice place to have coffee in West Island
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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!
Café Gentile West Island is consistently excellent. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between modern & welcoming - great for a casual coffee, a business meeting, or a relaxed lunch or dinner. The coffee is top-tier, rich & smooth, & you can tell they take pride in every cup.
The food is just as impressive. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, & a menu that offers something for everyone What truly sets this place apart, though, is the staff - welcoming, attentive, & so genuine that they make you feel right at home. A perfect blend of modern elegance & heartfelt hospitality. 🇮🇹✨ Café Gentile is a go-to. Highly recommend.
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.
The stunning architecture makes Cafe Gentile a fun place to go for brunch, lunch or coffee. However, both coffees that I ordered ( Latte & Cappucino) arrived luke-warm. The food was ok, the service attentive but clearly trying to clear the table fast (Sunday morning). I have had better coffee, but the atmosphere would motivate me to come back.
Went there to try a new cafe for takeout coffee.
Warm receiption, Amazing presentation & great ambience but unfortunately the mocha I tried wasn't up to the expectations
Too bitter & lacked chocolate punch
Gentile is exactly what the West Island was missing! The atmosphere & the food is amazing & the staff make you feel at home. I've been a handful of times since the opening & no matter the time of day both the café & restaurant are lively & busy - a great sign that so many others are enjoying this MTL establishment as much as I am. My new go-to spot in the west
Café Gentile in the West Island is a great spot. I had an excellent coffee, rich & well balanced. They also offer breakfast options, which is a nice bonus. A solid place to stop for a good coffee & a quick bite.
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The food & service was 10/10 & the decor was so elegant. My husband & I were so impressed with all the details. Cafe Gentile never disappoints. Congratulations to the entire family!
Super belle déco, les pizzas sont très bonnes. Point négatif, le bruit c est limite si on entend la personne en face de vous. Le café est super aussi. Légèrement cher quand même
We came here for an afternoon coffee, had the pistachio cookie which was delicious. Great atmosphere & service, happy to have a new restaurant/cafe in the West Island.
I stopped by this café/restaurant today & had a great experience. I ordered a coffee, & it turned out to be excellent-rich, smooth, & clearly made with care. The whole atmosphere had a warm, positive energy that made it easy to relax & enjoy the moment.
The service was equally impressive. The waiter greeted me with a friendly smile, was polite throughout, & checked in at just the right times. Everything was served in a timely manner without feeling rushed.
Overall, it was a great visit, & I'm already planning to return soon, especially to try their lunch menu. Highly recommended!
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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!
Met my friend at Cafe Gentile West Island for a quick lunch. I came with an open mind due to the restaurant only being open 1 week. Both my friend & I were so impressed with the service & food!! Haven't stopped thinking about the mushroom pizza !!! Cannot wait to go back!!!
Heard so much about this cafe, NHL players coming in & other high status individuals. Not suprised why, the food here is great. 10/10 recommend everyone's goes.
Small portions. Stale food. Extremely unprofessional & rude staff. Rushed service. This place is tarnishing the reputation of Cafe Gentile. I don't recommend it & not going back
⭐ 1 Star Cafe Gentile West Island - Huge Disappointment
I went to Cafe Gentile West Island with a group of seven friends, & the experience was honestly shocking. We were assigned a female waitress, & from the start, the service felt rushed. Once the food arrived, it looked nothing like the descriptions on the menu - plain, not fresh, & overall very disappointing.
Not even 45 minutes into our meal, while we were still eating, the waitress dropped the bill on the table & asked us to pay. A few minutes later she returned & told us we had five minutes to leave because they needed the table. When we asked why - & reminded her that we were still eating - she bluntly responded that they were'here to make money' & needed the table for other customers. She even told us that if we weren't happy, we should go elsewhere.
We asked to speak to a manager, & she flat-out refused.
Awful food, extremely rude staff, & zero sense of respect or customer service. Definitely not going back, & we'll be letting other locals know about this experience. What a shame for a place with so much potential.
