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!
Overall, Weinstein Gavino's is praised for high-quality Italian fare, generous portions, and fresh pasta, with favorites like calamari, burrata bruschetta, arancini, seafood pasta, osso buco, and pizzas, all served in a lively downtown atmosphere with a warm bread and olive oil starter. Service is frequently described as friendly and attentive, and the bar and wine selections are well received, though several reviews mention crowds, noise, and occasional slow pacing during busy periods or small inconsistencies in timing and temperature.
Had a really great experience here. The grilled calamari was absolutely delicious, the wine selection was very good, & the pasta was full of flavor. The staff were friendly & welcoming, & the outdoor seating made the whole atmosphere even more enjoyable. Finished the night with a chocolate ice cream dessert which was also excellent. Definitely a place worth visiting again.
Got the pasta pollo alla Sofia & it was delicious! Also had a Paloma & another drink I can't remember the name of but both were so good. Our server Romain was so attentive & kind! We're visiting & he gave us some great recommendations that we ended up trying & loved! Thank you so much Romain!
May 17, 2026
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We visited this amazing & popular Italian restaurant on Friday for dinner. We already had the reservations. We ordered:
1. Funghi E Cipolla Pizza: 5/5 - Amazing. I loved that taste of mushrooms & cheese.
2. Caprini Pizza: 3/5 - Average. The taste was not that good.
3. Pesto Al Basilico with Spaghetti: 5/5 - Must have.
4. Primavera Estivale with Penne: 3/5 - Average.
5. Le Tiramisu de monsieur Gavino: 5/6 - Must have
We only ordered the vegetarian food. They served the fresh bread with olive oil at the start. They add the fresh Parmesan on the pasta. Even though there were some dishes that wasn't so good, the overall experience was a solid 5/5. I also feel that their vegetarian dishes are not their specialty so you experience could be even better.
First of the all, the server was brilliant. I would even say, I have never seen someone so dedicated & attentive to their job. She was so friendly, accessible at all times. Instead of giving us the togo boxes (which is fine to me), she packed the food herself. We had a kid in the group. They promptly placed a kids chair & gave him crayons to play. Everyone in the group was impressed by the service provided to us. Unfortunately, I don't know her name otherwise I would have given a shoutout to her.
Last but not the least, the ambience & atmosphere is top notch. The open kitchen looks so cool. This place has definitely a vibe to it.
Honestly the worst pizza & pasta experience in a restaurant in this price range. The waitress was good, but nobody liked their meal. Ambiance is okay. There are tons of better restaurants out there
The food that we ordered was absolutely amazing & when you tasted the flavor it burst in my mouth & we were in'pasta heaven'. The staff were so kind & showed my son some water tricks & we had an amazing time. As for the atmosphere the walls & lights made it look so natural & it felt really cozy like you're in Italy. Five stars
One of the best Italian restaurants in Montreal! This is our favorite place to go right after going to the cinema. The staff is extremely kind & always on their feet despite the restaurant being super busy. We really love the appetizer Arancini along with the different varieties of pasta & pizza for the actual meal. A definite 10/10 & would highly recommend this place located on Crescent street.
Second time in Montreal after 15 years. Was craving some good Italian food. Found this place. Stopped for lunch. We ordered the seafood pasta- mussels, shrimp, calamari, clams, squid- in a tomato sauce. It was amazing! Flavour was just right, pasta cooked perfectly & most importantly it was served hot! Loved every bite!
We did our tour on Mount Royal & decided we should try it once more for supper since it was so delicious!
My husband ordered the pesto, beef pasta- which was outstanding- must try!
I ordered the same seafood pasta but it wasn't as good. It was served warm not hot. A big let disappointment for me. & somehow the seafood tasted like it was just mixed with the sauce. It was mixing the flavours. If I visit Montreal I will definitely return!
The portion was very generous, price is very reasonable & the staff & waiters were amazing!
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We went to Wienstein & Gavino's to celebrate a birthday & had a great experience. The food was excellent, & we especially loved the calamari appetizer.
The Pasta Sofia & the steak were also excellent, & the mojito was very refreshing. For dessert, the chocolate cheesecake was my favorite.
The restaurant was quite busy, but the service was still very fast. Our appetizers & main dishes arrived quickly & everything was perfectly timed.
A special thank you to our server, Meghan. She was incredibly friendly, patient, & professional. She made us feel very welcome & took great care of us throughout the evening.
Overall, the food, the service, & the atmosphere were all wonderful. We will definitely come back again!
Mar 21, 2026
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Returning to W&G, we enjoyed a flavorful burrata bruschetta & incredibly cheesy mac & cheese. While the pesto pasta was good, the chicken felt bland. Sam provided great service, even recommending the homemade tiramisu. Overall, it remains a solid choice for a pleasant dining experience.
When I think of Italian food, I don't usually think of Montreal, but having said that, this place is amazing. Some of the best Italian that I've ever had. If you're in downtown Montreal for business or pleasure, I highly recommend stopping in here, grabbing a seat at the bar, & trying some of their amazing pasta & one of Francois' famous lemon drop martinis.
The restaurant is a very cool space & the staff are friendly. We were really excited to try it based on the reviews & the homemade pasta noted on the menu, as we love pasta! After eating here, I would not recommend the pasta. We ordered two different dishes/noodle types & they were both just ok for how much hype all the reviews give. Kinda bland, warm not hot, & only 3 shrimp in the chorizo & shrimp dish we ordered. Not what we expected based on reviews & price point.
I cannot speak to the non-pasta dishes & pizza as we came here solely for pasta. Our cocktails were nice though.
I've been to W&G a few years ago & i liked it so decided to go back:)
We ordered the burrata in bruschetta & i loved the mix of flavour! For the main dish, we had the pesto (+chicken) & mac&cheese. The pesto pasta was good but the chicken was bland. The m&c was also good & extremely cheesy. For dessert, we took the tiramisu as our server Sam told us it was homemade. I'm not a big tiramisu fan so it was decent. Overall, we had a great experience & great service!
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Pasta was rich in flavor without being heavy. Caesar salad was great if you don't enjoy fishiness. Happy with my choice of the house Cabernet Sauvignon.
Creamy, delicious pasta with generous portions. Elegant Italian atmosphere, professional & knowledgeable staff. On the pricier side ($30-$40 per meal), but worth it for the quality.
Note: not wheelchair accessible, no vegan options, & service can be slower when busy.
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I've been coming to this Italian restaurant for over 15 years, & it's always exceptional. The food is delicious - pasta, pizza, salads, & great wine. The service is consistently warm & attentive. They make you feel at home. A true Italian gem in Montreal that never disappoints.
