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.
Je suis très déçu de mon expérience dans ce restaurant. Le service était vraiment mauvais. Les serveurs n'étaient pas accueillants & semblaient manquer totalement de respect envers les clients. Nous avons attendu longtemps sans raison, & lorsque nous avons posé des questions, le personnel répondait de façon froide & impatiente.
Ce qui est encore plus préoccupant, c'est que j'ai eu l'impression que certains clients étaient traités différemment, notamment les personnes d'origine indienne. Dans un restaurant, tout le monde devrait être accueilli avec le même respect & la même courtoisie.
Je ne recommande pas cet endroit tant que le service & l'attitude du personnel ne s'améliorent pas.
Très mauvaise expérience dans ce restaurant. Les serveuses ne sont vraiment pas gentilles & manquent clairement de respect envers les clients. On a l'impression de déranger plutôt que d'être les bienvenus. Le service est froid & désagréable, & personne ne semble se soucier de l'expérience des clients. Je ne recommande pas cet endroit si vous cherchez un minimum de respect & de courtoisie.
Mar 11, 2026
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This place is perfect for birthday dinners with a big group of people!!
We were all shocked on how good the food & cocktails were & the staff were very nice too. It can be too loud sometimes since this is a huge restaurant but overall very amazing place! I will definitely come back
Ariane was our server & she was so pleasant & polite. The food was delicious, reasonably priced & the portions were on the larger side. Highly recommend
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 food is simply not anything close to what Italian cuisine is! The ingredients are cheap & do not even taste close to anything you would expect from a place that is advertised as'Italian'. Disaster!
Service & atmosphere are nice though.
Mar 3, 2026
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Really really good carbonara!!! I loved the waiter's choices.
Also had the best tiramisu I've ever had, was legitimately holding back tears, it was the best I've ever tried
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.
It was my wife's birthday & let me tell you that they gave us the must horrible service ever. It took 45 min for the food to come on our table, & when it came none of them were cooked properly...we had to return my wife plate as well as my guest plate. When I complained to the manager about the long wait of our food, the only thing she did is to give us free drinks. Koodo to our waiter who looked very busy, I think he had to much table to cover...he was great & funny.
Feb 28, 2026
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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!
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 had a wonderful time here. A special shoutout to Charles for being so attentive & making the evening special. As someone visiting from Switzerland, I really appreciated the great atmosphere & service!
Clearly the best Italian restaurant in the megalopolis. Their cooks know what they're doing, everything is always perfect, & their bartenders are world-class. (I always sit at the bar)
I've been going for almost 10 years now, I don't know why I didn't review it sooner.
