Chef Giovanni Maiolo and his staff offer you modern italian cuisine at GESO.
A stylish and warm atmosphere with lunch specials, weekly table d'hôte, cocktails, streetside terrace, and private chef's table. Available for private functions and caterings.
GESO Ristorante offers a welcoming atmosphere near the hotel with consistently delicious food and attentive, discreet service. Diners praise a varied menu including eggplant parmesan, garlic crusted salmon, mushroom spaghetti, gnocchi, and even a notable Barolo that pairs beautifully with the meals. The wine list and tasting notes are highlighted along with thoughtful touches from staff and the owner, making for friendly and helpful interactions about the area. Some comments mention that value for the price can vary by dish, but the overall impression is of satisfying flavors, good vibes, and professional hospitality.
I usually avoid hotel restaurants as I find them on average not great value. While Geso is certainly at a higher-end price point, the food quality & service lived up to it. I tried the buffala & tomatoes, as well as the filet & the lemon torte. All were excellent, & despite being an Italian restaurant, Chef Giovanni made one of the best medium rare filets I can immediately recall. A great selection of Italian reds. The restaurant manager Giancarlo made every effort to get to know us during our stay & make us feel welcome. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a solid mid-to-higher-end Italian choice in Ville-Marie.
Rien n'était mauvais. Pour le prix, la nourriture était très ordinaire, le chef était incapable de faire une recommandation à mon épouse, la déco était banale. Il y a bien mieux pour bien moins cher.
Feb 8, 2026
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We went to this restaurant because it is close to our hotel & the menu looked good on their website. But things turned out to be way better than that! Not only was the food delicious, the bottle of Barolo was really good too. The owner & the staff were very kind & helpful. We had a lovely chat with the owner who also gave us useful tips for our stay in Montreal.
We highly recommend this restaurant! Good meals, good vibes, nice people. Made our day.
My third time there & I highly recommend GESO. The food, service & overall ambiance prove consistently impeccable. Nothing beats that combination. Parking is fairly easy, along Sherbrooke or St. Marc. They even have a closed off dining room, for groups.
Tried Geso Ristorante on my last night in Montreal & wish I knew about it sooner! Started with Insalata Mista & Bufala e Pomodorini-both were fresh & delightful. For my main course-the Rigatoni al la Bolognese was one of the best I have ever tasted. The owner & staff were very personable. Their attention to the finer details made our date night a cozy & vibrant dining experience. Highly recommend!!
Giancarlo & his team were exceptional. The food was nothing short of epic, & some of the most authentic & delicious Italian food I have experienced!... The service was 5 star, I will be back next time I am in Montreal!.. I would highly recommend Geso, it was not just a fantastic meal, it was an experience, & one I hope to have again soon !..
Nov 24, 2024
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I read the reviews & thought it should be good. The food was not great, no flavour at all both my appetizer & my main. Especially at these prices, the food was like it came from some food court. On the upside the wine was good as was the service. Would not recommend, much better places to eat in Montreal.
We were not expecting much from a restaurant in a small hotel, but this was an excellent meal in every way. Delicious & interesting food, excellent service, lovely ambiance. Highly recommended.
