Price- check. Food Quality - check. Service - check. Huge line on the weekend - honestly kind of worth it if you have the time but requires patience for sure. I have to say- although we got three types of hot items (two pastas and a meatball sandwich) the highlight for me was the pesto pasta salad. SO delicious. Highly recommended. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Pesto Pasta Salad Spaghetti with meatballs - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Good food and prices. Only thing the add on chicken is better at main st. location. It is more of parmaggano chicken.

This chicken Alfredo was so creamy and cheesy, perfect portion sizes and everything on the menu is very cheap. Super underrated place check it out! read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Chicken Alfredo with bread - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Located on the border of Kitsilano and Point Grey, Jo's Italian Deli is an excellent pasta joint with a casual feel and affordable prices. I ordered a Radiatore Rose, which has a flavourful sauce and chunks of sausage, mixed in with perfectly cooked pasta. I also got a piece of bread on the side. When I'm in the area again, I'd love to return! read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Radiatore Rose - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Always a great bite. Got a small sandwich with a pesto pasta for $25. Always a favourite option when taking a stroll at pacific spirit park. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came in for a snack /afternoon .. ordered the Hot Salami Italian Sandwich .. it was ok . .... Service was Quick and with a big smile .. However I have an issue with bit of semantics as I though "hot salami" wud be grilled but is wasn't ... it was spicy ... it was marked on the receipt as "Spicy" but on the order board listed as " Hot" ... confusing !! Jo's shud amend the board or the receipt to maintain consistency ... .. or did they know and FORGetAboutit to save redoing artwork , typesetting and cashier data entry programming ....... " Bingo bango bingo .. .. no one will notice "... BUT I DID so you can fool some of the people some of the time but not all the time .. .. read more

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This is the best pasta for low cost that I've tried. The Alfredo was creamy and the portions were huge. Great drink options and sides as well. Service was fast and plenty of space to sit. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came back again cause was in the neighborhood and ordered a family platter of the rose pasta with a couple sandwiches and my favorite artichoke salad. The Italian sandwich is a classic and my favorite is the chicken pesto sandwich with fresh carved chicken. Even though had to bring it 30 minutes away, the food was not soggy nor cold and lasted a couple days of meals. Now im carbohydrated out for a while. For the price you can't go wrong and if you meal prep, it's even better!! read more

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One star strictly for the amazing service -- the staff were super kind and welcoming. Unfortunately, the food just didn't hit for us. We ordered the chicken Alfredo and the chicken pesto sandwich with extra mozzarella, and it was just... not giving . The flavors were pretty underwhelming and not what we were expecting at all. Really wanted to love it because the service was great, but the food missed the mark for us. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Jo's Italian Deli is an authentic Italian Deli! They have lot so sauces, fresh pasta, and other products in addition to their menu. They do have a few tables, but it's more of a pick up spot. For drinks I tried their Italian soda and lemonade, prefered the lemonade it had more flavour and was super refreshing! For food - :: Chicken pesto sandwich - hands down best Italian sandwich I've had. It had roasted chicken, basil pesto, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo and Vinaigrette. :: Pesto cream pasta - SOOO good! it's vegetarian and is made with their homemade rigatoni sauce and their pesto cream. Super creamy and flavourful. :: prosciutto sandwich - it was also good, but not as good as their chicken pesto sandwich. They were very fast at getting our order placed, we ordered food and drinks for 6 people and it was ready in 10mins! Would definitely come back! read more

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While I saw some mixed reviews on Yelp, I tried Jo's for the first time with family. I originally picked the bolognese for the fresh-made pasta, meat sauce & bit of spice. My spouse accidentally ordered me the spaghetti with meatballs and it turned out to be the star dish I would love the most! I added a bit of chili flakes for some welcome heat to the generous chunky rustic tomato sauce along with the fresh al dente pasta noodles and moist meatballs (with lots of parsley). Was very impressed with how flavorful it was alongside an also fresh tasting made house foccacia. As a home breadmaker, I was impressed with how soft, light, chewy, nicely seasoned and non-oily the bread was. In 3 words: fresh, delicious & affordable! A major win for family lunch, great for a local business/neighbourhood eatery, leftovers to bring home and plans for another visit. It's true that finding seating is hard esp after noon-time, but hopefully the restaurant will get a permit for outdoor seating if they choose. Jo's Italian Deli on Main Street for the win! read more

I like the vibe here. Diverse crowd with UBC students, Jericho/Kits residents, and construction workers as there's a development across the street. The pasta made in house was a hit. I also had the chicken pesto sandwich and even at room temp, it was tasty. If I warm ip at home, the aroma will be even better. read more

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I came on a Thursday night for a quick bite before a concert. I got the rosé pasta, added a meatball, and the pesto pasta salad. I service at the counter was quick and there was plenty of seating. I enjoyed the pasta quite a bit, the sauce was spicier than I expected, and the meatball was flavourful and tender. The pasta salad was a bit bland. Overall not bad for an affordable meal. I like that there are some Italian food staples like pasta and sauce for purchase too. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Rosé pasta and pesto pasta salad - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We ordered delivery from here recently and it surpassed expectations. The cold cut combo hit the spot, with even the tomato slice being packed full of flavor. This suggests to me that they do care about the ingredients used as most other places use flavorless tomatoes on their sandwiches. Portion sizes were healthy for the price. Excited to try this again. read more

Food is always pretty good, this place got a lot more busy over the years as now there are lines out the door especially during the weekends. Their pastas are homemade and the prices are very reasonable and cheap for Italian food. Sandwiches are also decent, but the sandwich that I had was pretty bland. Got a chicken pesto. Bread is also decently dry and not that good, but the vibes are good and it's quick cheap and easy. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Interesting small italian deli on the west end. Prices are kind of on par for italian, but the quality is good at least. I'm always conflicted about paying for pasta outside as its a dish I feel I can do as good myself. I'm glad to say that I'm a big fan of the Radiatore shape and its not something you can find easily in Vancouver except in specialty shops, so definitely give that a try. I'm looking forward to try their sandwiches next time. Service is counter, and the shop can get busy at times, so be prepared to wait a bit during peak hours. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Ambiance was very cute casual cafeteria style. Nice big leather booths available. The Fresh made pasta was delicious, would love to see more veggie options. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We'll definitely be back for more. The price was excellent. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Absolutely scrumptious - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A classic Italian diner serving up fresh and simple but stick to your tummy dishes. I always enjoy the familial atmosphere and it is great for young and old to enjoy. Always get prosciutto when offered on the menu. It is a great starter into the wonderful world of cured meats. The crispyness of the bread along with the arugula was a perfect match. Their meatball spaghetti was definitely house made. It is perfectly seasoned and had a great meaty texture. The tart past sauce was a great balance. The al dente pasta was irresistible. read more

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4.5 stars. Came to this very busy, casual retaurant/deli for a late lunch at 2:30pm. We managed to get a table as people were just finishing up their meals or waiting for take out. We tried their popular Radiatore Rosé, a pasta dish with slightly spicy ground sausage and creamy Rosé sauce. It was served piping hot, tasty but not overly salty. A generous serving of fluffy and fresh foccaccia bread comes along with their pastas. At less than $12 each, the pastas are definitely reasonably priced. The pastas here are egg free. We also tried a large chicken pesto sandwich. The sandwich was satisfiying and well balanced with fillings and natural tasting flavour. The quality chicken and bread was noticeable in the taste and texture. Interestingly, while dining in, we saw a number of customers upon entering the deli, headed first to the merchandise area, particularly the t-shirt/sweatshirt corner. As it turns out, any purchase of a these items comes with a free sandwich or pasta! Pretty smart marketing by the business, and a good deal for hungry customers who could use a quality top! Jo's Italian Deli is a rare find where the service is friendly, and the food is quality and affordable. We discovered Jo's opened up another location on Main Street near E.24th Avenue, and out of curiosity, we checked it out after our meal. Lol! The new venue is a little smaller, and they have slightly different offerings. There is also parking underground. Looking forward to trying it out! read more

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One of the few last places in the city where you can get a full meal for under $12. Fresh made pasta and foccacia included, can't go wrong with that and their sauces are made fresh! Been here a couple times and I highly reccomend the pesto rigatoni and the rose radiattore. There's usually always a line as it's one of those places where you order at the counter and receive a buzzer. Always a struggle to get seating, you have to keep your eyes peeled for an empty seat. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - rigatoni pesto cream with added chicken, rose radiatore and caesar salad. - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We've heard about this budget friendly & inexpensive spot that serves up homemade pasta before. We passed by it when we were in the area and got to try it out finally. You order at the counter and it's a self-serve spot with a casual vibe. I was shocked to see the menu of various pastas for $11.59 and sandwiches for only $9.89 though! We ordered the Rosé Radiatori with meat sauce and Pesto Cream Rigatoni. Both came with a side of focaccia too! The pasta was freshly made and it was cooked al dente, which we liked. The Rosé pasta had a slight kick to it and the Radiatori is a unique pasta shape that we don't eat often. It was a little on the blander side and it wasn't as hot as we would've liked. We enjoyed the Pesto cream more as that was a lovely balance of flavour and creaminess. We dipped the focaccia in the leftover Pesto sauce and it was delicious though the bread was a little more chewy and tough than what I prefer for focaccia. But come on, $12 for a meal whether for lunch or dinner IS A STEAL! I will likely return and I do want to try the sandwiches! read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Rosé Radiatori & Pesto Cream Rigatoni (with side of focaccia) - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Cute little deli. Not a lot of seating but people tend to eat and leave quite quickly. There's a bit of a line up but it moves fast. We were lucky enough to find a seat as soon as we arrived. Italian cold cut sandwich 3.5/5. Hearty and the flavour was good, but nothing too special. I can't complain at less than $14. It was a big sandwich. Spaghetti and meatballs 4.5/5. The pasta is so fresh. The flavor and texture was great. The dish was simple but satisfying. The meatballs however weren't memorable. Caesar salad 5/5. I wasn't even planning on getting this but I got a combo so thought I'd try it. It was really good! Would definitely get it again. Mango lemonade 4/5. Refreshing, sweet but not too sweet and not overly tart like many lemonades. Service was great! It was quick. Straight forward. I'm giving 5 stars because it's good food at incredibly reasonable prices. read more

Great no fuss, no frills spot to get some comfort food. The tuna sandwich was super nostalgic and service was very kind in remaking the Caesar salad which came with pork on top (not listed on menu). Will definitely have to try the pastas next time, they looked so creamy and delicious and even came with bread! The pastas next shapes were cute, not just the basic penne, which i appreciated. And I always love when a restaurant has a little grocery/pantry section! read more

This place went viral a while back for serving affordable pastas and sandwiches (by Vancouver standard). Seatings can be a bit hard to find during peak hours. Service was average, more like a counter style deli. Portion was humongous so there's value for money for sure, however this wouldn't be a place I would go back for just because I felt like the foods were lacklustre. I got the rose pasta ($11.99) and chickpea salad (+$3). First thing I noticed was the pasta being overcooked. Second was how the sauce was rather bland. All in all just mediocre dish for me. Salad was fine but since it was pre-packaged the ingredients didn't taste that fresh. read more

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This place is affordable -- so that's a big plus. A plate of fresh pasta and a side salad will run you like $14. The Alfredo's sauce wasn't quite what I was used to and felt a bit runnier? Not that it was bad but it was just different. My favorite part of it was the focaccia they give on the side that we can use to mop up the spaghetti sauce! Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. We also tried their Italian sandwich! It was a decent sandwich, but not standout. They do have 3 tables outside for seating if you wish, and we chose to do that as inside felt a tad humid and warm. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Very appealing to people out for a quick meal that's affordable! Portions of pasta are quite small but for the price, you really get what you paid for. Pasta and sandwiches were ok. I wouldn't say it's impressive neither is it tasteless. My PROSCIUTTO Sandwich was more flavourful than the ROSE RADIATOR and ALFREDO FETTUCCINE. read more

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I echo other reviewers who were disappointed. We made a 20-minute trip out just to check out the purportedly "huge" portions of "fresh" pasta for "unbelievable" prices. Perhaps this was the case a year ago, but certainly not as of April 2024. The pesto cream penne I got was nothing special at best and rather bland. The bolognese hubby got was very small in portion and low on meat. Sure, they were $11.19 each, but literally we could've made similar pasta for ourselves at home. The place was quite full of seated guests for weekday lunch, so its popularity hasn't completely declined...but I for one will not be coming back. read more

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Taste: 4.4/5 I tried the meatball sandwich, which was perfectly spiced, and the marinara sauce was fantastic. The pesto rigatoni was creamy and flavorful, while the focaccia bread was outstanding--definitely my favorite item. The Caesar salad had just the right amount of dressing, which I appreciated, but I thought it was a bit average and didn't stand out. The pesto pasta salad, unfortunately, lacked flavor. Price: 4.7/5 Great value for the price, especially for Italian food. As a college student, I can definitely recommend it. However, I did pay an extra $3 for chicken in my pasta and felt the portion size could have been larger. Service: 3.9/5 Service was solid--nothing extraordinary, but no complaints either. Given that it was rush hour, the food came out faster than expected. Vibes/Atmosphere: 5/5 Very family-friendly and not too loud or overwhelming. The place has a charming, cozy vibe, though seating is a bit limited. read more

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Jo's Italian Deli is a good option for a fast and affordable meals. I've been wanting to try Jo's for years and had the opportunity a few weeks ago. I've come out with mixed feelings but hope to return to give it another shot. Pros: the pasta is cooked al-dente, large portion size and economical prices. Good sample of menu options - I selected the Pasta Platter for $14.99 which included a pick of pasta (mines was spaghetti & meatballs) + a side (caesar salad) along with a nice piece of big and soft focaccia. Great option for a take-out party/large family dinner. Small selection of Italian groceries for sale. Cute & bright atmosphere. Cons: counter order taker could have been friendlier, water station not filled and I along with other customers had to wait again as we already waited in line 12 minutes prior to placing orders. Counter server could have asked another staff to assist so there wouldn't have been a line up of people waiting for water. Sustainability was in place for most items but not the plastic bowl for salad which I found perplexing. Limited and self-serve sitting tables as we had to wait again for a table, clear away the dishes and clean the tables ourselves. This place would not be for you if you want full service. I understand the deli/counter food ordering process but waiting for 30mins around 5:30pm is a lot for quick food. Best to visit outside of dinner time or do take out. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Spaghetti and meatballs with Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This pasta place is not just a place to get food but also a mini Italian grocery shop. We went there during lunch and a lot of the customers were students. Must be because of the affordable pricing. You'd order your food at the counter and wait for the buzzer to vibrate. All three of us for the pasta and salad combo but I don't think the price was that much better than ordering them separately?! We got two Bolognese and one rose. I switched my Bolognese to spaghetti since i love twirling the pasta with my fork. The pasta was simple and delicious. We also got the chickpea, artichoke and pasta salad. They were all delicious as well. I wished the bread was toasted though as i didn't really like it being soft and cold. Nevertheless, I dipped the bread in the pasta or salad sauce to give it more flavor. I saw many sandwiches ordered for take out and i will definitely be back to try them out next time! read more

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We ordered: -Spaghetti & Meatballs (Pasta Platter [includes side]14.99$ ): It wasn't bad. On the sweeter side, but I feel like the sauce could've had more flavour and more sustenance. Also the meatballs were on the smaller side. -Rigatoni Bolognese ((Pasta Platter [includes side] 14.99$): I think this was the best thing we ordered, but once again the sauce could've had more meat/sustenance. -Chicken Pesto (Lunchbox Combo [includes side] 13.29$): Once again not bad, but could be better. For the sides we picked: -House Salad: I love a house salad moment. -Artichoke Antipasto: Was fine. -Chickpea salad: Kind of reminded me of airplane food but it's not their fault (i.e. the bell pepper flavour, iykyk). Overall: I think everything could've had better/stronger flavours. That being said, I think it's important to note that their prices, especially in this economy, slap. I think the ingredients are also good, and it's nice to support a local business. read more

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Good pasta for the price! I usually get the spaghetti and meatballs to go and the portions are really good

Great value spot close to campus. All of the pastas are served with a dense slice of focaccia. We tried the spaghetti bolognese (our son said it was pretty good and not too spicy), the rigatoni pesto cream (tasty and recommended, although the sauce was a little watery and runny for a cream space), and the radiatore rose (a unique pasta with a red cream sauce - some nice heat from the sausage - also recommended). Pastas were $11.59. Staff were friendly. Order at the counter and seat yourself. Some interesting Italian culinary items you can shop for and purchase in their mini store area. Didn't try the sandwiches so can't comment on them. We would come back. Good stuff. read more

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The homemade pasta was incredible! It's a quick order at the counter for intentional foodie quality food. A group of 8 of us were visiting and found this place and all raved about it. Highly recommend! read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Outside area - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I have never been there but have ordered it several times. It's great value and great food. I would definitely recommend this place

Great food and good price! Big sandwiches, add pesto and extra meat and cheese. Won't be let down! read more

I came here to finally try the hype. IMO it wasn't worth me driving out here. But if you're in the area. It's a quick solid meal. We came at 2pm and they didn't have any pasta dishes with red sauce. So we were left with these two options. Alfredo & bolognese sauce. The Alfredo, was not to my liking- we added the chicken. And it was over cooked chicken breast. My bf thought it was canned chicken tasting. The bolognese was better, perfect cooking on the pasta. Could use more sauce. It was on the drier side. The focaccia bread though - WAS the best part. Service is quick, don't let the line deter you. Cute little shop inside as well. read more

Jo's Italian Deli - Italian Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I don't think I've visited any other Vancouver restaurant more than this one, and it's my go-to affordable place to bring friends. I've only ever had the pasta, but prices are excellent for the portion size (at least compared to other establishments in Vancouver). The bolognese pasta is not my favorite - a bit watery - but everything else is great. For dine-in, food is easy to pick up as they use a buzzer system. I once didn't receive my food since my buzzer didn't go off, and they remade it quickly. For take-out, they call your name. My one knock against this place is that it's sweltering in the summer. read more

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Came here after seeing the raving reviews online - but found it a little underwhelming. We ordered: - Rose Pasta $10.29 - Alfredo Pasta + chicken add on $13.08 - Spaghetti & Meatballs $10.29 When we ordered, we were informed that they were out of the focaccia bread, so they offered to provide us with the cibatta buns instead (the buns used in their sandwiches). When the food was ready, it seemed that they changed their mind, and gave us a small ceasar salad to share - even though we ordered 3 pastas. We also noticed that they might have not evenly incorporated the salt in the meatballs - 2 of the meatballs were good, but the 3rd one was reallllly salty. The food was also very lukewarm - it seemed like they heated up the sauce and mixed it with room temperature pasta which created a lukewarm dish. We did enjoy the pasta texture though - it was aldente and yummy! All in all, it was a great deal and I think I would still try again. Maybe I will try with takeout (so I can heat up the dish at home), and I am still hoping to try out their sandwiches! read more

I always order a sandwich here and never the pasta. I need to remember to try the pasta because the sandwiches are wonderful.