At Ristorante Donato, reviewers consistently note a beautiful, refined setting and attentive, sometimes exceptional service, making it feel like a top dining destination even when experiences vary. The menu earns praise for fresh, flavorful dishes such as fennel salad, arancini, burrata, branzino and ribeye, with several meals described as well balanced and elegantly presented; yet a number of guests report undercooked pasta, overly salty sauces, or dishes that did not meet the price point. While many visits are described as memorable and lively with a great atmosphere, a few experiences mention noise, inconsistency in service, or overpriced portions, suggesting Donato can be outstanding but not uniformly flawless. Overall, it remains a frequently recommended place for a special night out, offering strong dining with a chic vibe.
Had a great night here! We had to wait a bit for our table, but the manager Tao totally made up for it with a free round of drinks & free valet - super classy move. The food was delicious, & the vibe of the place was spot on. Great service, great atmosphere, & overall a really fun experience. Definitely coming back!
Meilleur tartare de thon que j'ai jamais goûté, incroyable! La pizza était très bonne , par contre, les pâtes je pense ça manque un peu de goût !
En tout une bonne adresse, je recommande fortement le tartare de thon, c'était hors menu mais top!!
Nov 19, 2025
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Donato is a nice Italian restaurant with a small menu. The pasta was really good the first time we went, though I wish there were more options. The second time, I tried the steak, but it was overcooked - I had asked for medium, & it came burnt, so I wouldn't recommend the steak unless you make it very clear.
The pistachio tiramisu was absolutely delicious! I really hope they keep it on the menu. Overall, it's a good spot, but they could definitely add a bit more variety.
Resto très bruyant, les tables ne sont pas très espacés l une de l autre alors ce n est pas l endroit pour une soirée romantique... Le resto est très beau par contre & j ai beaucoup apprécié le service de toute l équipe en place. Mention spéciale à l hôtesse qui était en place cette soirée là (un vendredi).
Les cocktails ( Bloody Cesar) étaient bien dosés. Liste de vin dispendieuse.
La foccacia offerte était délicieuse.Les calamars frits quand a eux, légèrement trop salés. Cocktail de grosses crevettes (3), bien. Les plats de pâtes étaient très bien, portions suffisantes. Le highlight de la soirée revient au dessert, la panna cotta, fraiche & crémeuse.
Si je suis dans le secteur, il me fera plaisir d y retourner.
Extremely overpriced, when i went i got some ravioli special that was vegetarian & the base was like corn & cheese or something… tell me why this dish was nearly 40$ & came with 10 minuscule pieces of ravioli, i thought i was getting pranked. Also you can get this at costco😭 The pasta was alright but seriously if i wanted something like this i'd cross the street to metro & just buy pasta there, i rest my case. Also the pizza was good but the mushroom was soggy & didn't rlly taste like anything😟🙏
Enjoyed lunch yesterday with a friend at Ristorante Donato. The ambiance is elegant & lovely. The flowers at the entrance were so gorgeous we thought they were fake!
I selected the Table d'hôte, while my dining companion just ordered the pasta with mushrooms.
The fennel salad was the star of the meal for me, crisp & fresh with a tasty dressing. It was so good, I forgot to take a photo of it! I found the pasta slightly undercooked, however did not want to bother the kitchen to re-cook it. It was still tasty with a generous portion of mushrooms, served with freshly grated Parmesan. The portion was a good size.
The tiramisu was underwhelming. Although it was creamy, there was not much flavour of coffee or chocolate. The accompanying fruit was great!
Being a tea drinker, I found it odd that the restaurant doesn't offer the option of tea with the table d'hôte (only coffee).
My friend & I both enjoyed the complementary garlic focaccia, fresh & served warm. She enjoyed her glass of Prosecco!
Service was good but not overly warm or friendly (though the hostess was welcoming!).
We were celebrating my friend's birthday, & they were kind enough to put a candle in the dessert, which was appreciated.
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Overpriced, noisy, mediocre food. This place is busy because there is nowhere else to eat in the neighborhood but the food is definitely not worth it - run away- at the same price point, the food at Tavern is better & the atmosphere much nicer.
Nous avons pris le brunch. Toute la cuisine était correcte mais sans plus. Par exemple, le pain était sec pour les oeufs bénédictines. Le cadre & le service en revanche était super.
Belle expérience dans le restaurant qui propose une table d'hôte le midi. Les plats sont bons, le service est sympathique & la décoration est moderne. Il semble être possible d'avoir un service de valet le soir pour information. Le seul petit bémol serait sur la quantité des plats. Mais cela ne m'empêchera pas d'y retourner à l'occasion.
We have eaten at Donato many many times. Not the same experience this time. Food was great & server Julien was excellent. The woman who greeted us was RUDE, UNFRIENDLY & DISMISSIVE. If this had been my first time & first impression it would have been my last. With a reservation they only offered us two tables at the entrance where it is noisy & busy. We have NEVER sat there. Absolutely not how I want to spend a night out. Finally we suggested the patio & they found us a table. The WHOLE time NO one else was seated at those 2 tables. Is this the way you treat a good customer. I think not. The other thing that changed. At most good restaurants when I'm spending $25 for a glass of wine, they pour it at the table so that you can sample it & make sure it is agreeable. They used to do this at Donato. Now they apparently have a machine that pours the wine. Call me old fashioned but I like the experience of the wine being poured at the table. We'll be back, but not for a while. Also when we left the same woman ignored us at the door. Not a good 1st or last impression.
We have eaten at Donato's over 6 times now. The key to our enjoyment there is the Great Food & the Impeccable Service. In other wards,'Consistency' is the key to success. My Sea Bass (Branzino) was flavourful & perfectly cooked & my wife's' pasta dish (Conchiglie) was tasty & spicy. Aleks our server was polite, friendly & attentive. Our food arrived hot & we didn't have to ask if we'd like another glass of wine or to have our water glassed re-filled. We eat out every week & the inconsistency in service is so often a detriment to the enjoyment of our meal. As is the fact that food is often not served piping hot. I find that food tastes so much better when it is served hot & not lukewarm warm. Never an issue at Donanto but more often than not a problem at other restaurants. Having a delicious meal well served is not rocket science but is an inconsistency at many a restaurant we don't return too. For a GREAT meal out, You can't go wrong with DONATO.
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Merci a JADE notre serveuse qui est absolument magnifique. Une PERLE rare! Son professionnalisme, son sourire ainsi que ses connaissances en cuisine on fait de notre soirée mémorable. Merci aussi au gérant pour sa gentillesse en vers nous.
