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    JOSS

    4.2 (53 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Genoa salami
    Jason T.

    Really enjoyed their wood fired pizza here. Perfect crust on all their pizzas. We got the Genoa salami and the mushroom pizza. I would definitely get the Genoa again. Great flavours and textures. The mushroom was delicious as well but could use a bit more flavour (like balsamic or just more salt). The restaurant is also super cozy with lots of windows and right by the water. Well worth a try!

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    Daph H.

    JOS is a comfortable neighborhood Italian restaurant in Coal Harbor, a block from the waterfront, with stunning views of the mountains. If the weather's nice, there's even patio seating available to enjoy the idyllic setting. The menu is fairly limited - some salads, a charcuterie plate and handful of pizzas. Their pizzas are cooked in an imported Italian wood-fired oven. The crusts have that slightly charred look that you would expect from being cooked in a wood-fired oven. We ordered a Margherita and a Wood Roast Mixed Mushrooms. The mushroom pizza seemed to only have one type of mushroom (so much for the mix) but was executed perfectly. My Nicoise Salad, which came with seared tuna (a selling point), potatoes, eggs, green beans and butter lettuce in a vinaigrette. This simple salad offered a refreshing contrast to our pizzas. The pieces of tuna were on the small side, but the eggs made up for it. They were cooked so that yolks were still bit jammy, with some sea salt flakes sprinkled on top. Utter perfection. Not only was the scenery stunning out the window, but there's also a skylight above, revealing another beautiful view. If we were lucky enough to live in the area, JOS would be one of our regular places to relax and appreciate the Vancouver's beauty, while getting a bite. Should you find yourself in Coal Harbour (or staying at one of the nearby at the Waterfront), JOS makes a lovely spot to spend an hour or two.

    Sangeetha M.

    Pizza was great! Came here for lunch with a group on a weekday and they were able to seat us. Service was okay, a bit slow given they were slow. Food didn't take too long to come out. Pizzas were made to perfection and were so delicious. They are quite small though - I could eat a whole pizza myself. Menu has a good variety. The place looks really nice with a glass dome (I think it was dome shaped) with a lot of natural light coming in.

    Store-made bread (complimentary)
    Ayaka K.

    My coworker and I tried this new restaurant today and it was such a treat! We shared the Niçoise salad and seasonal pizza (roasted asparagus, Gorgonzola, fior di latte, fresh herbs) and found both to be extremely tasty. The pizza had a thin crust which is perfect for lunch and had a wonderful bite from the wood fire oven. The seared tuna on the Niçoise salad was very pleasant and slices of hard boiled egg with a runny yolk was spot on! The server told us they will be updating their menu in celebration of their one month since opening in the next little while, so we are determined to go back soon. Thanks for the delicious meal!

    Greg N.

    Everything is great here! The pizza as you would expect is out of this world; the freshest ingredients, awesome handmade crust and the flavour is fantastic! The atmosphere is beautiful and nicely located just outside the downtown core and right by Coal Harbour, so the view is great too! Make some time to visit this restaurant, they are open Monday to Friday 12-9 and Saturday from 5-9

    Nadia C.

    Simple. Pizza. The way pizza should be served. A wonderful evening enjoying a night out for pizza & salad. The romaine was just divine with clean flavors. An easy menu that makes perfect sense. We also enjoyed the blueberry pie (made by Robert himself) with ricotta, it had just the right level of sweetness to top the meal off. The cool music, friendly owner Robert, fantastic food and beautiful setting made for a perfect meal.

    house side salad
    Aleah G.

    Overall the restaurant was okay but this could be because I got basic dishes. I got the house side salad and the margarita pizza. The house salad was a typical salad. The pecorino was lovely. The pizza was okay...definitely had better pizza but it satisfied me. I wish there had been more basil cooked into it

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    I had the mushroom was very good but took a while to make, Salad was amazing. It was quiet when we went in around 5pm

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    Fantastic pizzas and salad ! Owner is very friendly ! Good place to relax for a casual bite

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    Had a wonderful meal this week. The mushroom pizza and romane ceaser was excellent. Great service too. Highly recommend this place

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    Stellar wood fire pizza - I had the margherita, added genoa salami - and the NICEST service! Highly recommend!

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    So cute and cozy! A great location. So glad this is in the neighborhood. I love the truffle pizza

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    The vibes here are impeccable! The cozy ambiance, lighting, and decor make it feel like a family…read morerestaurant, and it was the perfect location for our party of 8. The service was also great, with multiple people checking in on us. The corkage, at $20, is very reasonable and the restaurant even comp'ed our tiramisu! We will miss it once it is gone. The food was quite decent. I thought the prices were a bit inflated for just pasta, but the portion size was pretty massive -- most of us took leftovers to go. The sauces in general were a bit bland and the pasta was definitely cooked to beyond al dente, which isn't my preference for dried pasta. That said, the toppings were generous, especially for the linguine crab that I ordered (would highly recommend!). Come by before they close permanently!

    The place was busy, loud and lively. It wasn't necessarily the best place to have a good…read moreconversation with a friend because of the volume but the vibes feel like a fun family restaurant which is also a good experience for a Friday night. We got the linguine puttanesca which was tangy and a little bland but with the olives and shrimp the dish finished up well. The spaghetti carbonara was perfect. Creamy but not too heavy I wish it had more bacon but it was delicious all around. The daily special veal was also amazing. The veal was juicy and perfectly seasoned and paired with the creamy pasta was perfect. We ended with the panacotta which was fresh, fruity and light! Will definitely be back!!

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    Italian Kitchen

    3.8
    (779 reviews)
    0.7 km
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    Atmosphere was fantastic. It was a warm evening so we enjoyed the outdoor dining space. The way…read moreit's built separates you from the sidewalk crowd without taking away from the outside experience. Our server was Vince and he was outstanding. In addition to being attentive he figured out we were chatty and we enjoyed the conversations. Food was top drawer. We had Tableside Linguine Casio e Pepe. It contained fresh lobster, lobster bisque AND shaved black truffle. This is tossed into a round of parmesan cheese then plated. We also had the Fettuccine alla Bolognese, made with slow cooked beef ragu. Both were incredible. We were going to pass on desert until Vince pointed out the Signature Tableside Tiramisu for two. Vince way undersold their Zeppole. This is sort of like a donut ball but inside was chocolate ganache with a side of vanilla anglaise. I'm not sure what the vanilla anglaise is but as a sauce for this desert, it was yummy. Whole experience was fantastic, definitely coming here again. Great job Vince!!

    When we saw "Italian Kitchen" on the map of nearby restaurants, we expected a little diner so homey…read moreas to be almost dowdy; but damn were we wrong. The first sign that THIS Italian Kitchen is not your great-grandnonna's kitchen was the sweet hostess's inquiry about our reservations. Though I would strongly recommend making one in the future, we appreciate the staff for squeezing our family in for 1.5 hour. The chef must have known our window of time was limited because our three plates came out swiftly after we placed our order, with no shortage of quality. The girls enjoyed the truffle spaghetti and meatballs so finely minced that they crumbled between the prongs of their forks. They even tried the Grilled Spring Salmon (which my husband and I were a little loathe to share-- would it be worse if they disliked it or loved it too much?) and the crunchy bits of the antipasto platter. Our waiter, Mike, was attentive in all the right ways. But of course, among all the richness and flavors, our 5yo's favorite item was the slice of bread at the beginning. (Cross-posted on Google)

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    Robba Da Matti

    4.6
    (35 reviews)
    1.5 km

    My fiancé and I first visited this restaurant about six months ago because we could keep an eye on…read moreour dog while dining. We absolutely loved their house-made pasta during that visit, so we knew we had to return and explore more of the menu. Ambiance - 4/5 One of the things we appreciate most about this restaurant is the outdoor seating. On a beautiful day, it's a wonderful place to enjoy a meal, especially if you're dining with a dog. Being able to relax outside with our pup made for a very enjoyable experience. Service - 3/5 Service was friendly, but not quite as attentive as during our previous visit. Our server was pleasant, though there were a few missed opportunities to enhance the experience. For example, we weren't informed that alcohol could not be served in the outdoor dining area until after we had already started looking at the drink menu while we were in the middle of dining. Food - 4/5 The highlight of this restaurant continues to be its house-made pasta. The texture is wonderfully chewy and perfectly cooked, giving each dish a freshness that's difficult to find elsewhere. This visit, we tried the mushroom tagliatelle with truffle rosé sauce. While the description sounded incredible, the dish didn't quite live up to our expectations. It was enjoyable, but we still preferred the bolognese from our previous visit and cacio e pepe from this visit, both of which showcased the pasta more effectively. We also ordered the gnocchi, which was well prepared and satisfying to certain extent, but it didn't surpass our favorite one from San Francisco. The pesto sauce was just okay. If we order the gnocchi again, we'd likely try it with a tomato-based sauce instead. Overall Value - 4/5 This restaurant offers excellent value, particularly for pasta lovers. The quality of the house-made pasta alone makes it worth a visit, and there are still several dishes on the menu we're eager to try. We're already looking forward to returning and exploring more of what the kitchen has to offer.

    Decent Italian spot, though there are probably better spots in town…read more We had the bruschetta, seafood ravioli and pappardelle with chicken, sausage, and beef. The seafood ravioli was tasty and I'd have it again. The pappardelle was decent although didn't have as much depth or complexity of flavour as it could've. The bruschetta, which was kind of like an open faced sandwich - a spread on bread with some prosciutto on top (no tomatoes in case that's what you're expecting!), was pretty meh and I wouldn't order it again. Service was nice enough. It's a cute, cozy spot in Gastown. Overall, it was just fine but given the abundance of great Italian restaurants in town I probably would go elsewhere when craving pasta.

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    Acquafarina

    4.1
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    1.0 km

    I had dinner at Acquafarina recently and honestly, everything felt very intentional. We started…read morewith a few appetizers to share and you can tell the ingredients are high quality right away--nothing feels overcomplicated, just really well executed. The pasta was probably the highlight for me. Perfect texture, rich but still balanced, and not heavy at all. You can taste that it's made with attention to detail, not just thrown together. We also tried the branzino, which was super clean and fresh, cooked perfectly. What I liked most is that it feels like a proper dining experience without being pretentious. The room, the service, the pacing--it all comes together really well. Definitely a place I'd go back to, especially for a slower dinner with good wine and great food.

    Went to Acquafarina for Dine Out. Yes, a bit of a late post but it's a spot I've always wanted to…read morecheck out. The decor and ambiance were beautiful, especially the raised pizza area and the artwork, which really added to the overall atmosphere. It definitely feels like a great place for a date night or gathering with friends and family. The food was good and we had an enjoyable experience overall, but nothing in particular stood out as especially memorable. With so many new Italian restaurants popping up locally and the competition being quite strong, I think at this price point there are other places you might also want to explore. That said, Acquafarina is still a solid choice with a great vibe, good food, and a welcoming atmosphere. I'd consider coming back, especially for a relaxed evening out.

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    3.9
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    I remembered to take pictures this time let me start by talking about Miriana, she explained the…read moremenu adequately talked about wine pairings and asked about preferences which would help us feel more confident when choosing our meals. When the food arrived the plates were beautiful the sauce on the pork chops my partner had was rich and balanced. My plate the steak rigatoni went was complemented by the Cabernet I received. The beef was tender and well seasoned and the carrots roasted in honey gave a sweet but delicious addition to the entree. For desert we had a gelato...forgot that picture...oops but it was rich smooth and creamy. The calm dimly lit atmosphere with smooth jazz in the background was a great environment that helped us celebrate our anniversary in style. We loved the experience. Thanks a million Miriana!!

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