Gio's Restaurant specializes in authentic Italian culinary traditions centered on wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta preparations. The menu emphasizes robust flavors derived from fresh tomatoes, imported cheeses, and aromatic herbs sourced for traditional recipes. Diners encounter a focused selection of classic dough-based creations featuring blistered crusts alongside various starch-forward dishes crafted with precise texture. The interior environment maintains a straightforward, functional layout suitable for high-volume service of regional specialties. Standard offerings include familiar tomato-based sauces and savory meat additions that define the core culinary profile. Every dish highlights the technical execution of simple ingredients processed through traditional cooking methods. This establishment serves as a dedicated hub for those seeking consistent, recognizable Italian comfort foods prepared with reliable consistency and careful attention to the essential qualities of the cuisine.
Gio's Restaurant is generally appreciated for its excellent service, inviting atmosphere, and affordable menu options, particularly the lunch specials. Many guests highlight the quality of the food and the pleasant setting of the new location, though experiences regarding meal consistency and noise levels vary significantly. While some patrons praise the restaurant as a go-to spot with generous portions, others have noted inconsistencies in food temperature, preparation, and staff attentiveness. Despite mixed reviews on specific dishes and the acoustics in the dining room, the establishment remains a popular choice for many, especially for those enjoying the outdoor terrace.
Service assez lent aujourd'hui (25 juillet 2026). Depuis que le Gio's a déménagé, nous y sommes allée manger quelques fois & puis ce n'était pas extraordinaire. Nous ne sommes pas épaté… le décor a changer rendant le tout un peu plus industriel/commercial. C'est-à-dire, moins chaleureux. Nous avons eu une service aujourd'hui (Jasmine) qui était très peu souvent présente pour le remplissage de l'eau ou même elle ne nous a pas offert de pains, nous avons dû le demander. Le service était excessivement long, nous avons reçu notre plat principal a 20h tandis que notre réservation était à 18h. Retourneriez vous à un resto qui vous sert 2 h plus tard? Moi non.
Donc voilà, nous allons avoir encore l'occasion d'y retourner mais je trouve que vous en avez perdu pas mal depuis le déménagement.
J'avais fait une première visite au Gio's de l'ancien établissement & je me souviens avoir mangé un excellent repas, je l'avais souvent vanté.
J'y ai amené mon conjoint pour souper, première surprise, le nouvel établissement, plus moderne, ça enlève le côté coquet & chaleureux de l'ancienne place. Service impeccable.
Pour les repas, nous avons goûté aux escargots en entrée, ils étaient très tendres. Pour le repas principal, j'ai repris l'assiette poulet limone qui m'avait tant charmée la 1ere fois! Malheureusement, cette fois-ci le poulet était extrêmement sec (ça se voit en photo), grosse déception à ce niveau. Mon conjoint a pris le tartare de saumon & c'était excellent.
En sommes, nous avons passée une bonne soirée, mais je m'éviterais de reprendre du poulet une prochaine fois.
We took ourselves to the new Gio's in St Sauveur. It was a lovely night out. The new building is great. I'm not a big fan of TV's in restaurants, especially one that's supposed to offer a culinary experience. It kills the ambience for me. But hey, that's totally personal, obviously.
Our multiple servers were lovely & welcoming. The food was relatively quick considering how busy it was. I took the pizza Frutti du Mare. It tasted wonderful… but I was surprised how small it was. It looked about an 8 inch pizza (for $30!?) But it was fully loaded & the taste did not disappoint.
I loved the old Gio's too but I do think they have evolved beautifully into the new vibe with this building. I would definitely recommend!!
& book a table. It's busy!
Mar 15, 2026
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Je suis une cliente assidue de Gio's Saint-Sauveur depuis de nombreuses années. Selon moi, le restaurant offre le meilleur rapport qualité/prix en ville. Le service chaleureux est impeccable. La vue à l'étage est la meilleure au village pour admirer les pistes de ski. Je vous recommande chaudement Gio's Saint-Sauveur !
When is St Sauveur going to get a decent Italian restaurant? We had planned on going to Mo's for New Years dinner. As we walked there we passed Gio's & walked in. To our surprise we got a table. We always wanted to try Gio's. We did & will NOT return. Great location, great look from the outside, nice staff inside. Food is awful. It has lots going for it but the food was frozen junk. My caesar salad had no taste & bacon bits. My onion soup was literally only onion soup until I paid extra for cheese & bread crumbs as they called it. My Keg frozen French onion soup at home is far better. Actually the soup tasted ok. I ordered lasagna. I have never eaten such a tight packed lasagna. The centre was frozen. What does that tell you? My bill which I could barley read (the ink must have been out of the machine), I had an extra charges for what the waitress called parmesan fondue which was more like a cold mozzarella stick, bread crumbs & cheese on my onion soup & the sad salad. The place has potential but the food is really sub par. By the way there were all kinds of open tables on New Years eve. We should have clued in. Good luck. Next place we will try will be Le Vieux Four.
Samedi 21 septembre. L'ambiance est très bonne, & le service excellent. Niveau repas, pour un souper un samedi, pas de choix de plats de moules disponible, alors que nous avions choisi Gio's pour cette spécialité. Par la suite le plat de lasagne était froid, remplacé sans aucun problème par un chaud. Pour ce qui est du plat de filet mignon, le filet mignon n'avais pas la tendreté normalement entendu. Donc déception niveau cuisine, rien d'exception comme première & possiblement dernière expérience.
Excellent service & food, & we really enjoyed the vibe of this place. Also, the team was friendly, knowledgeable, & helpful about gluten free dietary restrictions. Gio's does not offer gluten free pasta, pizza crust, or bread. But there were multiple entrees on the menu that could be modified to make them gluten free. I had the chicken florentine with mixed veggies & it was terrific, & had zero issues with cross contamination. We sat on the terrace, aka the front porch of the charming, historic home. Though the indoor seating & great patio out back (with a water feature) also looked inviting.
Jeudi 18 juillet 2024 - quel gaspillage d'argent ce midi, nous étions quatre pour le lunch, moules & frites froides, pizza ultra cuite & escargots comme du caoutchouc. Plus jamais GIOS à St-Sauveur.
Went to Gio's with my parents & wife during a ski trip. The quality of the food was very good, more then good great. We all ordered something different, the plates were nice presented, the taste was above expectation. The staff was friendly & helpful. The cost of this diner was more then reasonable, taking account of the quality of service & food. We will definitely go back.
