Impasto's owners, Stefano Faita and Michele Forgione are bringing their culinary skills to their new pizzeria called GEMA (an acronym for their children's names). The establishment serves fresh pizzas and decadent desserts.
Across the reviews, Gema Pizzeria is consistently praised for delicious pizza with a blistered crust and well balanced toppings, a warm casual vibe, and a strong wine and antipasti lineup, with the Jean Talon market salad standing out for freshness; the atmosphere and service are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, though some visits note undercooked crust in the center, overly oily slices, uneven toppings, long waits or noisy, crowded rooms, and occasional value concerns at higher prices, leading to a generally enjoyable yet sometimes mixed experience that leaves many guests eager to return.
Cute cozy atmosphere, simple but good menu - fritto misto & octopus salad were dynamite - more vegan options (cashew cheese or vegan cheese) would be better to make more dynamic for those with dairy allergy or vegan preference. Excellent service, very kind staff & attentive. Will be back!
Aunque la comida y el servicio están muy bien, deja mucho que desear la tranquilidad que esperas tener cuando estas comiendo. El sonido que se concentra dentro del restaurante es muy fuerte.
Aug 3, 2025
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Quelle belle soirée nous avons vécu dans ce restaurant aux serveurs attentionnés & aux mets délicieux. Nous nous sommes partagés les entrées dont la salade de pieuvre & des croquettes de riz à la romaine. J ai obtenu une délicieuse pizza Hawaï sans fromage comme je l aime, & la végétarienne fut très appréciée. Tout cela accompagné par un vin de toscane soigneusement recommandé par le gérant.
Merci à toute l'équipe, nous reviendrons assurément.
Very disappointed...I am Italian & the only'authenticiy' (tourists are desperate to find) is the location in little Italy...
The pizza is ridiculously small & outrageously expensive, even for Montreal standards...
Staff is nice though, & location is great.
I am so happy that I randomly chose Gema to stop & eat something.
To start, I took the Roman style fried rice croquettes, a bit expensive but worth it! I don't usually like arancini, but at Gema, they know what they are doing. It was delicious!
As for the pizza, I ordered pizza RULIANO & it was OUT OF THIS WORLD GOOD!!! It has melted leaks, prosciutto,Fontina on a perfectly baked & charred dough. It's what pizza dreams are made of.
I can't wait to go back & try the rest of the pizzas & reorder Ruliano.
Ouh & they have delicious ice custard that is full of flavor & not too sweet. So refreshing. Love this place!
PS: great service from the manager Adrien.
Jul 6, 2025
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Oh, Gema Pizzeria, where do I even begin? It's truly a culinary marvel, especially if your frame of reference for'best pizza' is, shall we say, flexible. They claim to bring a slice of Napoli to Montreal, & by golly, they deliver... something.
The pizza, oh, the pizza! It's easily one of the pizzas I've had that was not in Napoli, Italy. A bold statement, I know, but one I stand by. You can absolutely tell the sauce is homemade - it has that unmistakable'someone made this at home' quality. It's truly a testament to the human spirit of trying.
& the meatballs! Ah, the homemade meatballs. They were so generously endowed with Parmesan cheese, it was almost as if they were trying to achieve a new state of matter: cheeseball.'Cheesy meatballs' is an understatement; they were practically a dairy product with a hint of meat. Just amazing. Truly. If you're looking for an experience that will make you question everything you thought you knew about Italian cuisine, Gema Pizzeria is your destination. Five stars for effort, I suppose.
Une pâte à pizza excellente ,nous avons essayé les agnelotti,petit beignets enrobés de parmesan avec ricotta au miel épicé,une des meilleures entrée que j'ai jamais goûté
Pizza, accueil & ambiance au-delà de nos attentes. Un service avec le sourire & des desserts qui donnent envie. À coup sûr, nous répéterons l'expérience.
Jun 25, 2025
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Right in the hearth of little Italy, one of my favorite pizza I had in Montreal. Fair price for the quality offered, service was great & quick. Restaurant is on the smaller side so there might be to wait during peek hours but definitely worth it.
Pizzeria Gima is an absolute gem! The vibe is incredible, creating a warm & welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff is super friendly & attentive, especially when it comes to helping you choose the perfect wine-they even offer tasting options to help you decide. The wine selection is top-notch, complementing the delicious food perfectly. It's definitely one of my top picks for a memorable dining experience!
