Ristorante Donato

Ristorante Donato is a Westmount spot built around a disciplined take on Italian cooking. The kitchen is led by Takeshi Horinoue, whose day revolves around handmade pasta, careful sourcing, and a preference for dishes without excessively extra steps. The menu sticks to familiar categories—antipasti, pasta, seafood, and larger plates—prepared with a focus on consistency over showmanship. The space is modern and pared back, with an open kitchen that keeps the room connected to the work behind the scenes. Service is attentive, the wine list leans heavily Italian, and diners tend to use it for everything from weekday lunches to slower evening meals.