This resto is a local gem that truly needs to be shared to others who don't know of its existence…read more Gualdieri's is the place to go to eat authentic, well-made Italian cuisine. As someone's who has half-Italian origins in his blood and probably ate for the first 20 something years of his life at least 5 Italian meals a week and simply refuses to go eat at most "Italian" restos in and around the Montreal region all his life.... this should speak wonders on how exceptional this little gem is. My favorite resto will always be "Casa Di Mama" (Mom's House - a pun) but Gualdieri is a solid second. I would have said close second but my mom might read this one day.... I've been a patron of this place on occasion and they have been very good to me, particularly for my wife's secret 30th birthday a few years back. They have always been friendly and accommodating and truly holds a special place in my heart. So, let's talk about the resto in detail shall shall we? The resto is moderate sized, walls and decorations are warm with a certain measure of class that feels just right. During the summer, they have a small terrace one can enjoy. In particular, their winery is nice to look at. On their appetizer menu I've had their calamari and bocconcini & pomodoro. The calamari was very good with the right amount of chewy/crunchy ratio. The bocconcini cheese was fresh and tasty and the tomatoes were just right and complimented the cheese nicely. Both meal sizes are somewhat average and can possibly feed 2 people. On their main menu, I've had their "Gnocchi alla Cardinale", Bruschetta as well as their Canadese Pizza. The Gnocchi comes drenched in a succulent rosée sauce that was really good. The Canadese pizza is a thin crust pizza with select toppings that was very solid though I've had far better pizzas at Bottega. The Bruchetta however is out of this world and probably the best I've eaten on this side of the ocean. Even describing it now makes my mouse salivate. Tomatoes, basil, garlic, parmesan... quite the legendary treat one must not try at least once in their life. All their deserts are made in-house and they vary from night to night. Which is intriguing for those willing to try something new every time they visit but can be somewhat disappointing when select things you crave aren't available that night. Their lava cakes are also out of this world. Warmed just right, these chocolate treats go a long way and end your night just right. I've also had their Flan and it was exceptional as well. The Zeppole was about average however. Their cappuccino is well pressed and never misses to taste just as it should. The service is friendly and caring. On all visits they have taken care of us admirably and deserve nice tips. Probably the best service I can possibly get. The price tag can get expensive as some things do end up but nothing that isn't out of balance of the value you're getting. They are great for parties, kids/infants (plenty of seats) but also a place I recommend as a quiet "date night". Romance can be achieved here with ease with the right setting in mind. Always communicate your needs ahead of time and they will always take care of you. A true 5 star place.

Leno and his staff will absolutely have you coming back for more. I visited this restaurant while…read moreon a business trip to Laval. I ended up coming back again several times and wished my business trip was longer just so I could try the pizza and other fine pasta dishes + desserts. This is the first time ever that I ever wished my trip was longer. Just when you think your taste buds were fully satiated, dessert makes you rethink your place in this world. I fully recommend this place and only gave it 5 stars because there wasn't a higher selection. Authentic Italian food that rivals any dishes I had on my last trip to Italy, personable service that is second to none, old world treatment and you can't help but want to come back. Great job Leno--I look forward to my quarterly visits to Montreal.

What do you mean as of today, no one ever reviewed the space! it is an institution in Rosemère!!!…read more Well, where do I start? Amazing Italian food! Like yummy! Incredible choice among pasta, pizza, meats, salads, etc. With my intolerances, I always find a way to adapt a salad and or pasta. My friend really enjoyed also the cannolis! Always a good sign for an Italian restaurant! it is quite big and they have more private sections (I think a small room for like 12 people) and another section, upstairs for 30. I think they might have an elevator, but unsure, please check. It is a bring your own wine place! You can also dine on the more "restaurant" style or "bar. style. Both sides are great depending how you feel. I love the place! Just sad that post pandemic they never re-opened at noon for business lunches, but hey! Thought time for restos. TO BE DISCOVERED!!!

I like this place a lot, particularly with its pizza. Bake with real firewood in their pizza oven…read more The aroma was so good. All perfectly done. We went in a group of 9 people with reservation. Free parking and it was completely packed. Certainly a good sign of a nice restaurant. We arrived 10 min early but the table was delayed by the last round of patrons. The waitress was so smart to offer each of us complimentary champagne because of this. Pretty darn nice. We ordered pizzas, Panozzo (big size pizza pocket stuffed with ham, eggplants, and mozzarella), calamari, cheese, a few fettuccine, and a couple of Martini. Among those items, pizzas stood out pretty well. Not only the taste and size but also the toppings as well as the firewood aroma. Beautifully done. Highly recommended. Cool ambiance for dining with great music. Great vibe. The servers were nice and friendly. On top of typical Montreal-style small restaurant tables, this place also offers long tables to accommodate bigger groups. It certainly brings you a very enjoyable dining experience with your buddies for sure. It's such a good dining place. We had a wonderful time catch-up with friends in Laval. No wonder the parking lot was jam-packed! Haha.

I had a margarita pizza. Hardly had any basil, just one miserable leaf. Also, crust was charred…read moreand it had a burnt taste. I was unable to totally enjoy pizza and didn't eat crust. Server didn't ask if I had enjoyed the pizza despite that I left the crust totally intact behind. My husband decided to tip waiter generously and I didn't want to make a fuss. I didn't want to get upset after dinner.

A fancy Italian restaurant with excellent service. They are very flexible with the menu. My gnocchi…read morewere off the menu. I wasn't interested with there gorgonzola offer. The appetizers were nice, octopus, calamari and arrancini. We enjoyed our meals. Byow.

Had a lovely lunch with my MIL and wife here when we were visiting. It was my MIL's pick, but I…read morewish I knew that it was strictly a BYO wine restaurant, as I would have brought a bottle. It is a cool concept, something I don't run across too often at home for nicer establishments. Wine glasses were already on the table, but they were cleared when I told them we had no wine. The menu is 3 courses, soup or salad, an entree and a desert. I had the penne with vodka sauce, my wife has the salmon and her mom had the lamb chops. Everything was very tasty and the servings were plenty, especially for lunch. The restaurant was huge and fairly empty mid day, which makes sense as I am sure it appeals mainly to business lunches. The deserts were pretty small, but that is fine, since it provides a nice sweet cap to the meal without getting too heavy. Coffee is also included.

El lugar es muy agradable, con un ambiente moderno y acogedor. La atención fue muy buena desde que…read morellegamos. El menú es bastante variado, con opciones para todos los gustos, y los cócteles están increíbles -- ¡además a un precio excelente comparado con otros lugares! El restaurante es bastante grande y cómodo, ideal para ir con amigos. También tienen varias pantallas donde transmiten juegos, lo que hace la experiencia aún más entretenida. Definitivamente volvería.

We won't lie we had very low expectations as all we knew about the word "Shaker" were the…read moreready-to-drink seltzers we've seen at the convinence store but as we learned - this place seems very popular. (for a few reasons) A long list of attractive, sweet and creative cocktails served in mason jars that come in two sizes for an exceptionally low price in comparison to the current average. So, if you want to have decent mixed drinks or shots and not break the bank, this is the place for you. The burgers we ordered were not only very large and original but also very well prepared. At 10:30-11:00pm the restaurant basically becomes a club... which surprised us. Long lines outside, bouncer, pat downs getting in, DJ, party lights... All of it. Despite a temporary misunderstanding with the doorman (classic) our expectations were surpassed and we had a decent time.

Went for the 95th birthday of my grand-mother. We were a really big group, over 35 persons. There…read morewas 2 other 30+ groups in the place. The restaurant was full. Once everyone arrived and sat, the order were taken. We didn't had the same waiter, probably to make thing faster. While our waiter was friendly, he seemed rushed. He was running all over the place between table. I never saw him rest but I didn't see him catch his breath either. Something felt off. This give us a rush feeling too since he was skipping kids beverage and such. But once we asked him for the, he politely told us the options and bring them. As for the food, I'm never disappointed. I took the ravioli this time and they were very good. I also ended with the double chocolat cake which was also good. Everyone I talked to liked their meal. Craving for some pasta? It's your place. There's more then pasta here and I'm sure it's also good. Bring your wine!

We went there for a birthday celebration. The vibe was hopping; the restaurant was full. Service…read morewas awesome. My dish was Fettuccine Gamberi. The pasta and the shrimp were well cooked and flavored. Recommended!