The creation of young, up and coming Montreal restaurateurs, Wienstein & Gavino’s debuted in Montreal in 1996. W&G is a large Mediterranean restaurant spanning two floors and complimented by two terraces in the summer months. A large bar is the focal point of the first floor while the open kitchen complete with brick pizza oven is the main attraction upstairs. W&G is best known for its fresh, homemade pasta and traditional sauces and thin crust pizza. There is also a good selection of steaks, veal, and seafood. W&G serves lunch and dinner every day with a weekly table d’hôte available daily at $12-$16 for lunch and starting at $23 for dinner. In addition, a selection of pizza and pasta is available for 10$ from 11a.m. until 3p.m. for the lunch crowd and after 10pm every day for late night diners looking for a meal after the game, a concert downtown or before hitting the dance floor. W&G can also accommodate groups and can plan your party for you whether you’ve invited 10 people or 300 people! From Monday to Friday there is a “happy hour” at the W&G bar where guests can enjoy 2 for 1 from 4pm until 8pm. After cocktails at the bar, you can choose from one of the largest wine cellars in the city, stocked with reasonably priced wines, private imports, or premium fine wines. The focus is always fun at W&G with a DJ keeping things lively on the weekend and special events year-round. There is always something interesting going on at W&G!
Reviews highlight Wienstein & Gavino's as a lively Italian spot on Crescent Street with fresh pasta, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it a reliable downtown option for pizza, pasta, and seafood. The pasta is frequently described as fresh and flavorful with items such as pesto al basilico, fettuccine Alfredo, ravioli, and other house specialties, and the pizzas and arancini are often cited as standouts along with burrata bruschetta. The service is praised for friendliness and attentiveness, though there are occasional notes of slower pace or less consistent front of house during busy times, and a few visits mention noise level and large crowds. The ambience is described as chic yet comfortable, with a vibrant energy, warm bread with olive oil, and a solid wine and cocktail program that pairs well with meals, sometimes with lively terrace options. Some reviews point to minor drawbacks such as occasional heavy sauces, limited menu clarity on certain dishes, or accessibility concerns, but the consensus is that the restaurant delivers flavorful Italian fare in generous portions at good value, prompting repeat visits and recommendations to friends.
This place did not disappoint. It's super popular & the food was good. Side note, if you want bread ask for it, they don't offer it. But, it's worth the ask!
Nov 28, 2025
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We visited Montreal for a week in early November & ate at Weinstein & Gavino's twice. An easy walk from our hotel (& not far from the Bell Centre), the cool, three-level establishment is casual & welcoming. The service & food were both great. Fresh, warm bread (with oil & balsamic dip) is served before your order arrives & the salads, pastas, & pizza we ordered all tasted delicious. Casual local atmosphere, very good food & reasonable prices. 5 stars for us!!
Had an amazing experience here as always! I ordered the fettuccine Alfredo with grilled chicken, & it was absolutely perfect. The pasta was creamy & delicious, & the chicken was cooked just right overall a solid 10/10.
We also ordered the bruschetta, which was fresh & full of flavor. The bread was crispy & baked to perfection.
The atmosphere is always beautiful as well. The vintage look of the restaurant really stands out & creates a warm, inviting vibe. Highly recommend!
I ordered the Pollo alla gavino & when it said 1/2 grilled chicken I expected half a chicken breast, not half a whole chicken. The size of the portion was huge & for 20 dollars it felt like a steal.
Meat was falling off the bone & everything tasted amazing. It came with a free appetizer (either a salad or a portion of cream of mushrooms soup) & fluffy toasted bread.
The staff was very polite & service was fast, especially with how busy they were.
The terrace has a great atmosphere & is very pretty, but beware as there are tons of wasps, I would highly suggest eating inside.
The atmosphere was great, & the service was good. However, the food was mediocre. The flavours were blended, & the food got cold quickly, making it not worth the price. The initial serving of bread, olive oil, & balsamic was a nice touch.
A tad overrated. Their garlic bread is phenomenal though. Pasta is pasta. Only had amazing fresh pasta from ym friends Nonnas in their house but it is a step above Pasta Bar....will return one day..
Apr 27, 2025
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I visited Wienstein & Gavino's for my birthday & had a very enjoyable experience. The menu offers a wide range of choices including entrees, salads, mains, pasta, & pizzas, so there's something for everyone.
One of the nice touches was the unlimited bread served with olive oil, it was fresh & a great way to start the meal. I also appreciated the customizable pasta options, where you can choose from different types of pasta & sauces. It's great that they also offer gluten-free alternatives.
The atmosphere was lively but comfortable, & the service was friendly & efficient. Overall, a solid choice for Italian food in the city & a place I'd be happy to return to.
They give free unlimited bread with free unlimited olive oil/vinegar dip before you even order. A sizeable pizza & a generous plate of pasta came to 50$.
Pasta was delicious, enough for 2 people honestly. Pizza was also very good but a little heavy. Pasta is definitely their specialty.
Ordered Rose pasta & they put grated cheese on top for you. Delicious.
Place was a little loud with music as they have a bar downstairs, but the lighting is very romantic & the servers are extremely attentionate & well-dressed.
Overall definitely recommended, pretty cheap for a restaurant of this caliber.
This is my go to place every time I m confused where to go , any friend coming over from outside Montreal or Canada , I take them here . The place is huge & I always get place without waiting . Being vegetarian , their pastas & pizzas are amazing & in dessert - tiramisu is must have . Their warm bread for starter is so fresh !
Mar 11, 2025
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Every one in our party had a great meal. Service was fast & friendly. Our wait for our food was just right. My pasta carbona was excellent. The warm crusty bread was a great way to start. We will be back.
Two stars is generous. When first walking in, the restaurant seems well decorated & high-end. & the service was pretty good, pretty basic & the restaurant is busy. Everything is pretty okay EXCEPT for the food… The food was absolutely outrageous for the price. We had ordered two pastas, a pizza & Breaded chicken parm. The food was bland, chewy & overall honestly awful. Our entire table was quiet as we sat there eating this food, almost forcing it down our throats so we wouldn't waste. I would've rated the food a one, but I the drinks made up for it. Anyways, please save your money & go to another restaurant in MTL.
Great location & beautiful ambiance. Ossobucco was phenomenal. Good food all around. Fell short a bit serving cold bread & otherwise great food in COLD plates.. what's that about
Sep 21, 2024
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Brandon offered exceptional service from start to finish. The five star review is mainly because of his outstanding service-otherwise I would have given four stars. As someone who used to come to this restaurant regularly years ago, I was shocked by the change in portion sizes & quality reduction. The pizzas used to be bigger & tastier. The calamari, which used to come in two sizes, now only comes in one size, & is labelled as an appetizer. It is, in fact, a full meal, & I'm pleased to say it was delicious. The bread that is served before the meal has also been cut in size-by 70%. Come on, W&G...! Brandon accommodated us with extra portions & excellent service. Give this guy a raise!
Would rate a 4.5. Food was delicious &, for the most part, service was super quick. We all had pasta, got free bread for the table & split a salad across 4 of us as an appetizer. Only downside, like 3 flights of stairs at the restaurant. My friend had a cane & they sat us at the top floor of the restaurant - we didn't say anything but not the easiest to get up to. Otherwise, it was a great meal.
Came upon this place while walking around the area. Homemade pasta that provides you with an authentic Italian meal,... reminiscent of what Nona makes. The ingredients were fresh & the Caprese salad showcased this. The service was wonderful, as the waitress was very attentive. The only issue & this is very minor, is that the bread provided is not warm. I think this would taste better with the oil & balsamic provided.
Lots of menu options & free fresh bread & oil/vinegar for the table! The Margherita pizzas were great - perfect personal size to leave you satiated but not overstuff you. The pastas were delicious as well & they have gluten free options too which is always a plus. The atmosphere inside was very nice too, although it was a busy so it was hard to really get to know our server - all good though!
Overall great experience at W&G, decor is nice with bricks all around. Food was good & served rapidly. Nothing to say here it was tasty & for those with pasta etc the grater & pepper were offered to taste. There is also some bread to accompany everything. As for the atmosphere while I do like the offering, there is a lot of seats which will result in a quite noisy environment, you don't have to scream but you need to take attention. Overall good place to go for a social gathering around an Italian meal
