The designer Jacques Gaspo from Foodtastic (behind La Belle & La Boeuf, Souvlaki Bar, Carlos & Pepe’s, Le Blossom, the new Nickels and Bacaro Pizzeria) developed Gatto Matto over a two year period. A revolutionary and Avant-Garde Art Deco concept with a flower bar theme that is a fusion between Chicago and Italy. Using premium materials designed and manufactured in Montreal, the elements marry themselves wonderfully. Bright and vibrant colors give a WOW factor that will make you feel like in a modern Milan hotel with a girly touch. The creation of the open kitchen concept never seen before in the Montreal area (in collaboration with Hagop Hagopian, director of operations at Foodtastic and expert in kitchen design) allows you to see the best chefs in the region at work. No need to travel, we bring Europe to your table.
Reviews show Gatto Matto as a lively, stylish Italian spot where the food is generally delicious and well presented, with standout items like grilled octopus, burrata, seafood pasta, carbonara, pizzas, and a meaty steak option; service is frequently praised as attentive, friendly, and efficient, making the place feel welcoming for dates, celebrations, or pre game meals before events at Place Bell, though some nights can be very loud and busy. Pricing is often seen as reasonable for Montreal Italian dining, yet portions can be small for the price and a few sides or extras, such as bread, may incur extra charges; reservations are advised during busy event nights and underground parking nearby can be validated. Overall, the vibe, decor, and DJ or music contribute to a vibrant atmosphere, with many guests leaving impressed by the combination of great service and tasty, well executed dishes, while a few reviews note room for improvement in noise control and value.
The service is what truly made the whole experience really bad. We had booked a two-hour reservation but they started rushing us before we even had the chance to settle in, like our time was already up. Not even 1 hour after, the girl told us to leave in a rude tone because someone had to sit at our place immediately. That's not what a restaurant is supposed to do, its role is to make you feel welcome & allow you to fully enjoy your experience, not rush you out the door. Afterwards, we simply just went to another place to eat in a better spot. Plus, the food was pretty bland (especially the pesto pasta). Not returning here. Waste of time & money.
Apr 26, 2026
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Excellente expérience au Gatto Matto de Laval. Nous avons pris deux entrées ( Salade César & burrata & tomates), le filet mignon & les cavatappi au boeuf effiloché ( qui mérite une mention d'honneur tellement que c'était bon). Les plats étaient d'excellentes qualités!! Le service était au rendez-vous, mais la seule petite mention était la musique beaucoup trop forte tôt en soirée ( 18h).
Great resto-bar with amazing music, delicious food, & a warm southern vibe. Perfect spot to eat, drink, & enjoy the atmosphere. Definitely coming back!
Un souper d'avant match parfait!! Réservation à 16h30 ce qui nous a donné empellement de temps pour notre souper (entrées, repas & desserts). Nourriture plus qu'excellente, portions très honnêtes dans ce monde de réduflation chronique. L'ambiante du restaurant est enivrante! Mais celui qui à fait notre soirée c'est Kelvin. WOW, un serveur de métier qui est dynamique & passionné par ce qu'il fait & ça parait, il a su nous conseiller & interagir avec nous pour nous faire vivre une expérience & non seulement un souper en famille. Kelvin je passerai bientôt pour te donner un peu de notre sirop d'érable! La famille Bonami
I can't say enough great things about Gatto Matto Laval. We were there this past Friday to celebrate my wife's birthday, & as always, it was an exceptional experience.
We come here often, about once every two weeks & there's a reason we keep coming back. The service is consistently outstanding, with plenty of attentive staff who make you feel truly taken care of. The atmosphere is perfect: lively with great background music or a DJ, yet still comfortable enough to enjoy conversation at your table.
Everything was spot on from the food to the overall vibe. It's one of those rare places that delivers every single time.
A big shout out to Shawn for always taking such great care of us-courteous, professional, & genuinely welcoming.
& one detail that really makes a difference, especially in Montreal winters: the free underground parking. It makes the whole experience that much more convenient, no matter the weather.
Highly recommended. This is definitely one of our go-to spots!
Très beau restaurant, service rapide & impeccable. Le tataki de thon était excellent, par contre les pâtes pesto étaient pas très bonne. Trop sallé, trop crémeuse...je ne les ai pas fini. La pizza était OK.
The food was wonderful from starters, drinks to dessert. The atmosphere is fantastic. We were served by Calvin & Justin & they were very courteous & welcoming! ❤?
Apr 4, 2026
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Le meilleur restaurant autour de la place bell autant pour la fraîcheur & la qualité de la nourriture, pour le très beau décor & la belle ambiance ainsi que pour le service qui y est toujours attentionné, sympathique & efficace. Un merci spécial à notre serveur Charles qui a été super.
