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Our  Gatto Matto franchises

The story

A revolutionary and Avant-Garde Art Deco concept with a flower bar theme that is a fusion between Chicago and Italy. Using premium materials designed and manufactured in Montreal, the elements marry themselves wonderfully. Bright and vibrant colors give a WOW factor that will make you feel like in a modern Milan hotel with a girly touch. The creation of the open kitchen concept never seen before in the Montreal area allows you to see the best chefs in the region at work. No need to travel, we bring Europe to your table.

Our Concept

Discovery Menu

The avant-garde and modern Italian menu offered at Gatto Matto has been developed by our talented chef, Ara Ekmekdjian. This multifaceted chef initially trained in art of classic French cuisine under Richard Bastien at Lemeac. He then turned his attention to sharpening his Italian culinary skills at Bice (now called Beatrice). His desire to master his craft later drove him to join the creative team at Le Chien Fumant, where he worked tirelessly to attain the rank of chef de cuisine. We are pleased that he’s now found a new home at Gatto Matto.

Wine Bar

Gatto Matto is a wine bar. We are specialized in wine: glass, bottle, discovery, combination, private imports, bubbles). The menu by the glass changes regularly to allow the amateurs to taste several rare wines without having to buy a full bottle.

HOW TO BECOME A FRANCHISEE?

Franchise Conditions


  • Franchise fee: $40,000
  • Unencumbered capital required: $800,000 – $900,000
  • Projected build cost: $2,500,000 – $3,500,000
  • Royalty fee: 5 % of gross sales
  • National Ad Fund: 2 % of gross sales
  • Local area marketing: 1 % of gross sales

Conditions to be met by a franchisee


  • Locations across Canada
  • Trades area of minimum 75,000 population
  • Shopping centers, entertainment centers, free-standing buildings in power centers, street locations
  • 5,500-6,500 square feet with patio
  • Urban and suburban locations as well as downtown corridor
  • High traffic counts and ample parking
  • New builds or retro-fit

BECOME A FRANCHISEE and be part of our shared success