A New Italian Restaurant Opened In Montreal's Mile-End & The Lasagna Is Next Level

It's no secret Montreal is home to countless must-try restaurants and now there's a new spot on the block serving up mouthwatering Italian cuisine.

Gino's, Montreal's newest negroni and lasagna restaurant, officially opened its doors in December and has taken the foodie scene by storm, and rightfully so.

Gino's specializes in lasagna — the classic, veggie or vegan options, classic Italian entrées and desserts, and of course, an exquisite negroni menu, which includes an alcohol-free option.

The menu is spearheaded by Chef Glorindo Giovanni Clara, who has singlehandedly perfected the ultimate slice of lasagna.

The Gino's classic, which goes for $16, is made up of beef and lamb along with Gino's house tomato sauce, Soffrito (an aromatic mix of ingredients including celery, carrots and onions), red wine, béchamel, Fior di latte mozzarella and loads of Parmigiano Reggiano. And I mean loads of it.

The flavour profile of the lasagna was nothing short of amazing. From the layers of freshly made pasta, and rich and savoury meat to the velvety béchamel and generous topping of parmesan, the lasagna encompassed a flawless blend of textures and flavours that can tantalize just about anyone's taste buds.

The classic lasagna from Gino's in Montreal. Mike Chaar | MTL Blog

Other notable dishes include the burrata, served with Taggiasche olives, avocado cream, cherry tomatoes, and crostini — pair it with an order of focaccia and thank me later.

The tuna tartar was also a hit. Made with apple mousse, arugula, almonds and an orange Dijon sauce, the tuna was light and fresh and made for the perfect start to the meal.

The tuna tartar and burrata dishes from Gino's in Montreal.

To end your night off, enjoy Gino's decadent tiramisu or the pistachio semifreddo, which is very similar to ice cream — allowing you to finish off the meal in the most refreshing way.

As for the service? Impeccable. The staff are warm, friendly and insightful when it comes to the food and drink menu, allowing you to truly sit back and enjoy your night.

Now, while the food was easily the star of my dinner, Gino's decor deserves all the praise. The interior matches the simplicity and traditionality of its Italian menu, with soft lighting, red features and Italian artwork throughout.

So, who's hungry?

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