The Mile End got a spot for negronis and lasagna in the form of Gino's, and it's a pretty swish project from longtime Montrealers Glorindo Clara and Lara Ghanem, they've created a wholehearted embrace of Italian flavors and warm hospitality—and no, we ain't just talking about their layered slices of pasta, sauce, and cheese. It's a cozy bistro with round tables and wooden chairs that recall those classic trattorias of old, albeit with a mix of elegance to go with that famiglia touch.

Despite what the name implies, they've got their fair share of variations on negronis as well as a non-alcoholic 'nogroni' option to go with carpaccio, burrata, and insalata that can precede vegetarian or meat lasagnas, plus tiramisu, semifreddo, and other sweet nothings to end on a high note. Whether you're coming here for fuel for a longer night out, or a tidy stop to end your night, you can't go wrong with modestly priced slices of lasagna and a couple boozy Italian classic cocktails to round out whatever your plans are.