Gia Vin & Grill

We had a great night at Gia Vin et Grill! We sat at the bar, and although it took a bit of time to get our food, it was well worth the wait. We ordered the pici al ragu and the chicken breast—both were absolutely delicious. Portions were decent for two girls, though considering the higher price point, a little more generosity wouldn’t hurt (that said, the quality really delivered). The atmosphere was super warm and social—we ended up chatting with both the staff and other guests around the bar, which made the night even more enjoyable. The only small downside was the bar stools not having any back support, but honestly, the good vibes made up for it. There was a bit of confusion when we arrived since it looked like there was an event going on, and it wasn't immediately clear where to sit. But once an employee greeted us, everything flowed smoothly. Definitely coming back to try more off the menu—already excited for the next visit!

5 stars- really 5 Gia feels like the kind of place you stumble upon and instantly hope never changes. Tucked just off the beaten path, it gives new meaning to hidden gem, the kind of restaurant you want to share with everyone, yet selfishly keep to yourself. We sat at the bar, soaking in the retro Italian beachside vibes even if it’s smack in the middle of a concrete jungle no beach in sight, yet that’s the vibe I got: warm wood, marble counters, stacks of bicchierini, old-school tunes and a gentle hum of conversation. It’s effortlessly stylish, unpretentious, and buzzing without being loud. A place that invites you to stay awhile. The food is thoughtful and beautifully balanced. From the fresh pink grapefruit fish crudo to the perfectly grilled duck spiedini and rich, fall-apart lamb belly, each plate celebrates bold ingredients with subtle finesse. The orange wine was a perfect pairing bright, structured and just funky enough to keep things interesting. Dessert? Gia doesn’t just “do” dessert…they mean dessert. The tiramisu was easily the best I’ve ever had; creamy, delicate with a decadent ganache and crisp brittle on top. The chocolate torta was pure comfort, dense and dark with a dollop of fluffed sweet cream to lighten the guilt. John looked after us with grace and ease, rounding out a night that felt entirely special from start to finish. Gia’s been open for a little while now, but it still feels like a secret and I truly hope it stays open for everyone to experience evenings like the one we had. And for those wondering about price: we've dined at our fair share of ristoranti and can honestly say Gia delivers exceptional value. For two; cocktails, wine, 5 dishes and through dessert, no holding back—the bill came to around $220 before tax and tip. For the quality, creativity, and quantity (designed to share), it’s more than fair. It’s giusto. We even were treated to a house limoncello, cin cin! Thank you Gia for the amazing hospitality and experience.

Extraordinary. We had a truly delightful experience dining at this restaurant. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was very pleasant, and the service was outstanding. The menu is quite complex for those who don't speak French (they don't have an English menu), but seeing our confusion and difficulty in choosing, the staff kindly and generously took charge and offered to select for us. Everything they sent to our table was exquisite. We enjoyed a bottle of wine and had an unforgettable evening.

I was extremely surprised and pleased that the restaurant exceeded my expectations. The food was great - as good as at the best places I ate in Tuscany while I was there. I would go back in a heartbeat.

Went to this restaurant with no prior knowledge as to where I was going. The atmosphere is nice, the place is cozy and makes you forget you are down a random alley behind a Home Depot. The staff was very nice. Attentive enough to be present whenever needed but not too much to be overly involved. Also knew their menu and specials perfectly. As for the food, I just couldn’t get over how small the portions were. We were told that the pasta dish would be good to share for adult men and when we got it, I felt like it was fit for a toddler. The skewers were tiny with barely any meat on them. The crudo dish was tiny, about 4 spoonful's total. I cant justify spending 240$ for 2 people (1 drink each) and still leave there feeling hungry. Maybe if I was in the old port or downtown. Price aside the food is about a 7.5/10, I can’t think of anything that wowed me. My favorite thing were the croquettes de poisson.

I have had the pleasure of delivering restaurant equipment to this restaurant on several occasions. You could say that I have visited A LOT of restaurants. Of course, the food here is fabulous and delicious. I only got to taste the best chicken sandwich I think I’ve ever eaten, which was offered to me for free by Janice after I finished setting up the new refrigerator in the kitchen. The bag had an equally decadent chocolate chip cookie. What I really want you to know about this place is how amazing the people are who work here. Every person I have come into contact with has treated me with kindness, respect and love. Even the guy who scratches the cheques gave me a warm hello when he arrived. This is an absolutely mind boggling combination of ‘ways of being’ for a restaurant you can only get to around the orange cones, through the parking lot, behind the Home Depot just next to the autoroute! Something AMAZING is going on here! The site is an oasis in the cement and asphalt jungle that is St-Henri. If you appreciate excellence in service and a passion for the culinary arts Janice and her team stand at the ready to treat you to a delicious meal and some fabulous wine. Jay the equipment guy.

Wow! Just wow! Everything we’ve had was impressive! But the highlight was definitely the bisteca fiorentina is just THE BEST MEAT I’ve ever had (and I am Brazilian!!!!!). Melts in your mouth, and the sauce flavor… 😆 the wines are such a treat… thanks to an amazing night!!!

Obscenely overpriced given the quality and quantity of the food. Small portions. The pasta, in particular, was insipid and unmemorable. While the service was good, we will most definitely not be returning.