I came here with a friend who lives in Port Moody and she had some kind of 25% off coupon to use at…read morethis restaurant. We were given a few small pieces of bread with some thinly sliced meat, a tomato spread and a few pieces of Parmigianno Reggiano cheese. Hmmm...that was kind of different. Usually it's just bread with Olive oil & balsamic vinegar, or bread with some kind of spread. Adding the thinly sliced meat and the few pieces of cheese was a nice touch. I especially enjoyed the cheese! For our entrees my friend ordered Linguine e salmone, and I ordered Bucatini all Bomba. The Linguine e salmone came with a fairly large and thick piece of salmon. I was impressed with how generous the portion of salmon was for this dish. My dish was tasty but kinda paled in comparison next to the huge slab of salmon on my friend's plate. No fault of the restaurant as I had opted not to add any protein to my dish. I have a feeling if I'd added protein then there's a good chance I'd have ended up with a similar sized piece on my plate as well. Salmon for example would have cost an extra $14 to add to my dish. For that sum, I have a feeling it would be a pretty generous slab of salmon they'd be adding. I did very much enjoy the flavors of my dish. The portion of pasta looked a bit small upon first glance, but it was actually quite filling. I had just enough room after my pasta to order a Grappa Tiramisu for dessert, and as I don't come to Port Moody very often, I decided to splurge and order one. Mmmmm...sooo good. If you like Italian food, this place is quite a gem. I also love that they have a Vegetarian lasagna on their menu. As someone who doesn't eat meat, a Vegetarian lasagan is something that always grabs my attention when I'm at Italian restaurants. If I find myself at Osteria Povera again, I will definitely order the Vegetarian lasagna next time! Service: Fair Parking: Free parking on the street

A quaint little spot in the neighborhood! It's a bit tucked behind smaller streets off the main…read moreroad so it felt a little hidden. We stumbled upon this place while waitlisted elsewhere nearby but Im glad that happened. The ambiance of Povera is old timey, warm, and intimate. Tables are small and somewhat compact but it doesn't feel that way. The service was alright. The only time service fell short was when we asked for things like a straw for the drink or fresh ground pepper. Maybe staff were tired as it was the end of the night or maybe they were really busy. Regardless, we did have to ask a few times before they brought things over. Brownie points to our server though - We had a lovely server who was patient and let us take our time to review the menu. And he generously offered up the antipasto spreads and focaccia, which was delicious! The food was great. Highly recommend the focaccia. It was so good! Seasoned just right and had a great crunch. Listened to others' recommendations and got the salmon linguine. Now, it may sound simple on paper (lemon, rosemary, linguine, salmon) but it is done very well. The salmon was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The rosemary did a lot of heavylifting but wasn't overwhelming the dish. The lemon was a touch of acid to being brightness to the dish. Everything worked together. We also got the Bomba pasta with chicken. Also good, had a lot of flavours working together! The chicken also has a crisp exterior and tender interior. I'd definitely come back here for a date night or a more intimate chat with friends.

They have a good selection of dishes on their menu. Each of them look equally delicious. Been there…read morefor 2-3 times for lunch, food quality and deliciousness is consistent. Garlic bread is included which is a nice bonus. Portion is sized just enough. Pricing is reasonable and affordable. Otherwise, overall a good place to go if you are looking for decent pasta in the area. In terms of service, servers do what they need to do and check in to make sure all is good. It's a good atmosphere as it is never really busy during lunch time, so you can be seated immediately. Also relatively quiet. The only thing not great is the parking. There is limited street parking, which is pretty much always occupied, but there is a small lot around the corner you can park at and then walk there. 10/10 would recommend to try at least once as their menu will have you going back to try their other food items

Service was okay. Nothing special. It actually took them a bit of time to come out and seat us. I…read moreassume they were understaffed or maybe the service is slow. Ambiance and decor at this location could be a bit more exciting but the food was the star of the show. It is a fusion of Korean flavours and Italian cuisine dishes. It works well together! My friend and I got their risottos and they were really delicious. Served fresh, hot, flavorful. It was also a decent bang for your buck. I was pretty full afterwards.

Probably one of the best Italian restaurants I have been in the while. Awarded 3 years by Italian's…read morefood authority is a honour and I haven seen it deserved. The pizzas are absolutely delicious to the point the crust is it's own ingredient! The staff is friendly and vibes are lit. One of the best restaurants for sure!

It's been a longtime we last we dined at Spacca Napoli and it's probably going to be another long…read morewhile before we come back. When we arrived, we waited behind another customer. After the 2 hostesses took their names, they both disappeared into the restaurant for a good 5 minutes before coming back out to serve us while other customers queued up behind us. I advised the hostess there were 2 of us in the party with our dog and requested the patio. Minutes later, they had a table ready for us inside the restaurant! They realized we had a dog so they set another table for us on the patio. We were seated and within minutes, the hostess told us dogs weren't allowed to be in this specific section of the patio. An ALL OR NOTHING statement was said, ".....we could stay where we were but the dog needs to on the sidewalk. OOPS! SORRY, but we did not seat ourselves! We were seated at the table knowingly we had our dog. HOSTESS WERE IN TOTAL CONFUSION! We were then seated at a bar height table with our shih tzu. We ordered the La Casalinga and boscaiola. I was under the impression the La Casalinga was a arugula salad. It was more a romaine salad sprinkled lightly with arugula. I would have never ordered if I had known this. Our salad arrived with 2 spoons. Yup, 2 spoons and no cutlery. We had to ask for cutlery. Our boscaiola was acceptable and not spectacular! Perhaps its a result of the sequence of unfortunate events which led up to our meals.

Bleh! just ordered pizza and it is the SALTIEST thing I've ever eaten..and I LIKE salty food…read more Never ever ever again. Trash. Screw this place. Bad service too. Oh, and there is about 1% on this. What the hell happened??? I will go out of my way to let my coquitlam people know not to eat here.

As a group of five we recently dinned here for dinner. It seemed there was one wait staff for the…read moreestablishment and they were unable to offer knowledge on the wine they offer. It was a special occasion-I had hoped for minimal input. Bruschetta was ordered and devoured. So tasty. Bread pieces that were panini grilled were brought to the table - they were better with the oil and vinegar already on the table. Our table had lasagna, cannoli(?), pizza, tortellini and a Caesar salad. Absolutely divine food. Some had tiramisu served in small Mason jars (I'm allergic to the egg custard). Oddly the three that came to the table disappeared quickly but without comment so I can't advise. The gelato I had a scoop each of - vanilla and Nutella were subtle but smooth.

Visited Dopio Zero on a Saturday evening and the place was packed, so without a reservation I ended…read moreup at the bar with the other 10 minorities. Prices sit at the edge of discomfort for what you get - this isn't a value spot. I tried the calzone and the carbonara; the calzone arrived slightly burnt on the outside and very wet inside, likely from raw vegetables, and it didn't compare to versions I've had in Italy or New York. The carbonara was just okay and both dishes were only lukewarm rather than pipping hot. Service at the bar felt distracted, with the bartender drifting off mid-conversation, and the pizza maker was wearing a very worn T‑shirt styled like a chef coat, which added to a generally casual, neighborhood feel. Overall, it was a hearty enough meal for the area, but with these prices and execution, it's a 3‑star experience.

Girls night out at this fabulous Italian restaurant tucked away in a residential area. Pizzas are…read morecooked in a wood fired oven. We ordered the Award Winning Boschetti with truffle cream bursting with flavour. The Spaghetti ai Frutti di Mare was delicious as well. Service was on point and the room had a relaxing vibe.

This place is a neat little gem. The food tastes authentic, which is really high praise when most…read moreItalian places out there put out some Americanized version instead. I've tried the pasta, pizza, lasagna, and various appetizers and deserts. All were a slam dunk. Service is generally friendly and I never had to wait too long for food. They could really stand to upgrade their two-person tables, though. They're tiny. If you're a larger person, you're not going to have a good time.

If you're in Coquitlam or Port Moody and haven't been to Pasta Polo & Brick Oven Pizza, you're…read moreseriously missing out! Just a short stroll from the SkyTrain, this place is a hidden gem that serves up Italian comfort food with a side of charm. From the moment you walk in, the cozy and romantic ambiance makes you feel like you've stepped into a little trattoria in Italy. Whether you're on a date, celebrating with friends, or dining solo, the friendly staff treat you like family. We started with their house-made bread dipped in garlic oil--so good it should be illegal. The Caesar salad was crisp and flavorful, and the mocktails? Bellissimo! For the main course, the Baked Chicken Parmesan was perfectly cooked, and the Carnivora Pizza was a meat lover's dream come true. And just when we thought we couldn't eat more, the mango-topped cheesecake arrived and proved us wrong. Pasta Polo is the kind of place that makes you want to become a regular. Delicious food, fresh ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere--what more could you ask for?

I have tried their pasta for takeout before so I was excited to dine in…read more The tables were arranged outside When asked about the pasta dishes, unfortunately one staff said they serve some pasta dishes, and our server said they only offer pizza at the moment since is summer But the table behind us, a family of 6 were able to order several pasta dishes So it's quite annoyingly and confusing for us. Our pizza tasted plain (Diavola and Funghi, $18 each) The funghi was just topped with white mushrooms It's tough to return since their staff were inconsistent with their menu offers Two stars for attentive service in filling up the waters and check in on us and how quickly the pizza came. They are open Mon -Wed

The people running this place are so nice. We came here and sat outside on the patio as we had our…read moredog with us and they brought him a bowl of water. Their homemade pasta was delicious and the sauce was super flavourful. They even give you a bowl of freshly grated Parmesan to sprinkle on top of your pasta. The burrata appetizer that we got went so well with the garlicky bread it came with. They also give you a basket of that bread fried up on the side. So good.

Can't believe we never tried it until recently…read more The interior of the restaurant looks modern. The menu items are very classic Italian. We ordered some sort of tomato calamari appetizer, cioppino, and meatball pasta. They all tasted really good. Very authentic and yummy. Service was quick as well. It is an Italian restaurant so it's not the most affordable but very reasonable price for good Italian food. I think we will become regulars!

Finally had the chance to try this hidden gem in Burnaby.... from the outside, the place Looks…read moreunassuming, but when you enter, it's really nice and cozy inside. Mood lighting and soft music, and nice white table Napkin service. For the price and quality of food..you can't go wrong here. Tons of free parking around too. The sauces weren't thick but light and right. The pasta however was not homemadeC except for the ravioli. The carbonara was a good copycat of the Roman carbonara, but with a bit cream. Nice sorta open kitchen concept, where you see the Italian maestro at work. Looks like an Italian grandpa to be honest. My fav dish was the seafood one with fish and shrimps. It was loaded with generous pieces and finished perfectly with a touch of white wine and vodka sauce. The pesto one was also good. Not too overpowering, with a touch of crème fresh. The burrata was also so good. Freshly made and complimented by a nice drizzle of olive and balsamic. Another winner is the house bread which you can keep in asking for. Hot off the oven and comes with olive oil/balsamic dip. So hearty and good. Service was efficient, although our server seems to be wanting to rush us. Constantly hovering and asking and taking plates away. I get it's the holiday season, but there were so many tables available. I like the location as it's not that far from DT and parking is safe and plentiful. Ambiance is like an old mafia restuarant where Gino is in the back and the soprano is eating right at the table next to you. Yes, i would repeat and try the other entrees. Cheers! Happy eating!