This is a good spot for Italian food. We were a bit skeptical at first since no one else was eating…read morehere except us at 7/8 pm on a Saturday evening. However the food was good. The service is nice here. We got complimentary bruschetta and it was good. For appetizers we got Cesar salad and garlic bread. Both were okay but could've been more flavorful. As entrees we got linguini with tomato sauce and spinach and cheese tortellini. I was expecting to like the linguini more but the tortellini was very yummy. It was perfectly cheesy as well. The linguini was good too and the broccoli in it were so flavorful. The portion sizes of the salad and entrees were perfect.

We were going to be the area during the weekend and found this restaurant with a quick search. I…read moremade an online reservations in advance. We decided on an early dinner right at 3 pm. Unfortunately, the server was not at work right at opening for some reason. However, the chef was great and settled us right in. He became our server for a bit. We got menus and water dropped off. He took our order, dropped off the food, and refilled water before the server showed up. Food was authentic and delicious. There was a good portion of complimentary bread. We ordered NY strip loin with buttered pasta because our kid wanted to eat only buttered pasta. They were able to accommodate the request and our kid ate all the pasta. The adults (aka the parents) shared the truffle spaghetti and meatballs, NY strip loin and linguine pescatore. Portion size was good. Pasta was al dente. There was a generous amount of seafood in the linguine pescatore. The meatballs were made well and seasoned nicely. The truffle flavour was not strong with the spaghetti although it is not really a complaint. Steak was cooked medium rare as requested with a generous amount of sautéed mushroom. I managed to pack a light lunch back home. For dessert, we ordered a tiramisu to share. We were pleasantly surprised to find it was on the house. It was presented nicely, tasted house made and scrumptious. It was a great way to end the meal. Restaurant was quiet with some take out orders as we were eating so early. Ambiance is nice, festive and cozy. Our server was great too once he made it to work and even opened the door for us as we left the restaurant. Prices were reasonable for the portion size. Overall, it was a great dining experience. The service was excellent and one of the better experiences I have encountered recently. I recommend giving this restaurant a visit when you are in the area.

Bright, spacious, and inviting space with a straightforward menu. We visited during their Aperitivo…read moreHour, and tried the Pistachio Pesto burrata, both pasta options, and the tiramisu. The Pistachio Pesto burrata sparked joy; the pastas were okay (nice al dente) but the flavours didn't particularly stand out for me; the tiramisu was pillowy and not too rich, but is enough to deliver. Service was satisfactory, and the overall experience was pleasant. There's plenty of free parking available with their own lot, although the spaces are of course shared with Nemesis' and the Gallery's guests in the Pavilion. We noted on our reservation that we were celebrating a birthday. Nothing complimentary was offered, which we weren't expecting or counting on - just noting it as part of the experience. Maybe I'll come back to try some of their other regular-menu items next time!

We went last night with my parents, and of course the building and environment does not disappoint…read more High ceiling, all natural lights, plants and trees inside, it's very spacious and airy. We ordered a bottle of red, the golden beets salad, meatballs, clams and mussels, burrata with tomato jam, a ragu pasta and one of the pizza with hot honey. Server is very chatty and attentive, and he's been super friendly throughout the night. Golden beets were a tad too hard for my liking, the mussels unfortunately were not fresh, it had a very fishy aftertaste. Meatballs are not bad, but I think Nonna's were better. The burrata with tomato jam really stood out amongst the appetizers. The ragu pasta is decent, didn't wow me, but I do like the interesting shape of the pasta, which makes it more chewy even though it was cooked softer than al dente. Pizza is nice, hot and ultra thin crust. We ordered the panna cotta which was a nice surprise. The chocolate shavings and pistachios add a really nice crunch to the smooth silky panna cotta. The server surprised us with his favorite dessert which is the olive oil cake. Honestly just by looking at the menu, is not something I would have ordered. But the taste was delightful, cake is light and moist, the orange flavor really came through. Many restaurants lack in the dessert department, and desserts are usually underwhelming, but this time I'm glad it ended with a bang. They're on the pricier side, as expected, so is not somewhere you can go regularly. But if there're special occasions or friend gatherings, I'd be willing to come back. With all the space they have, wish they have a dog friendly patio though.

What a cool funky name for an Italian joint - Capo & the Spritz…read more I was expecting to walk in & find some cool daddy Italians sitting at the bar chatting away in Italian. LOL. Located at the bottom of the uber chic Opus Hotel, this spot is a reincarnation of a former night club. Capo is the pizzeria that uses sourdough bread to make their pizzas. The Spritz is the bar that celebrates Italy. The interior & exterior are all very inviting. The interior is laid out reminding everyone of all things Italia - decor, pictures, greenery etcetera. It made me want to go back for dinner. Our waiter was cordial & made great suggestions. I had the Campanella Amatriciana with prawns. It was very tasty. I celebrated Friday afternoon with a dear friend & an Italian Margarita - cin cin.

I had a lovely lunch here today with a friend and for sure I'll be back!…read more This restaurant is located on the ground floor of the posh Opus hotel, on the corner of Davie and Mainland. There is a swanky lounge area to the left of the front door, between the restaurant and the lobby, and there is a great looking bar and bar area located in the restaurant itself. As for the restaurant interior, it gives off sunroom-like vibes, as so much natural light comes in from the windows on two sides of the restaurant, and the airy, open space. My friend ordered a cocktail and a pasta dish and he enjoyed both. As for me, I had the Ortolano bowl and man, was it good! Very fresh ingredients, and the portion size was huge. I ended up taking more than half of it home (bonus! No cooking for me for dinner!). I thought the prices were decent for the food, and the service was wonderful, too. My friend and I were slow to order, as we were chatting and catching up on a lot of news, and the servers never rushed us or pressured us to order. Same for after we were done, as we lingered some. I know at night this place is illuminated with arresting purple lighting on their facade. It's hard to miss! This would be a swell place to go for a late night cocktail or bite. I think they have a good happy hour, too. Their specialty is their pastas. Great place!

Pretty new Italian restaurant along Nanaimo,classy and huge looks like it can accomodate morethan…read more50 clients at a time,somedays of the week this is open for lunch but mostly its a dinner place. Exterior and interior design was really impressive,inside its classic to modern and nostalgic vibes combined. I admired how crews are all very friendly. I tried pasta,the half chicken dish and I would say this close to perfection,price?well its kinda pricey but seems like money is worth,street parking only but its free,the resto is located on ground floor of one newly built condo,I only visited once but im sure I am coming back to try some more of their great dishes in the menu. The chicken I ordered is somewhat sweet its really tender and the sauce was yummy. They serves all kinds of colas,juice and alcoholic becerages,If you are planning for a weekend dinner calling for reservation is a must. I love this place,I love the foods and I love the vibes

We visited Foiletta last night for the first time to celebrate our dear friend's birthday, and it…read morewas an absolutely delightful experience! There were five of us, and we were warmly greeted by a friendly host who confirmed our reservation and guided us to our table. I had the pleasure of trying the Citrus Grapefruit Spritz cocktail, which was fantastic, and my friends also enjoyed their drinks. We started with a few appetizers, including: * Carne Cruda - raw beef, mushrooms, bagna cauda, smoked egg yolk * Polpo e Patata - grilled octopus & new potato hash, poached egg, salmoriglio * Italian Meatballs with Focaccia Bread Everything was delicious, but the Italian meatballs completely stole the show--soft, fresh, and perfectly seasoned with a touch of spice, just like in Italy . For our main courses: * I ordered the Linguine with geoduck clam, Calabrian chili, and parsley -- fresh, hot, and bursting with flavor. * My friends ordered the Rigatoni all'Arrabbiata with San Marzano tomatoes, Calabrian chili, and stracciatella -- rich, spicy, and comforting. The cherry on top of the night: our waiter surprised my friend by bringing out the cake I had purchased, and we all sang Happy Birthday, Judy!! Such a thoughtful and personal touch that made the celebration feel extra special. The service was attentive and friendly throughout, and the atmosphere made our birthday dinner unforgettable. Highly recommend this spot for authentic Italian flavors, great drinks, and a warm, welcoming vibe.

A cozy little Italian spot! I came here for a family dinner and all the staff were so nice and…read morefriendly. The food was light and fresh, but I do wish the servings were a bit more - or at least more protein - for the price. My shrimp pasta felt like it needed more of a sauce element. The tomatoes were fresh and tasty.

Came in after watching a show at the adjacent theatre. Seated on the patio, and grabbed a couple of…read moreglasses of red wine. Ordered the calamari, and burrata cheese. Food came out, but there was one problem: no cutlery. Oh, how I am to loathe not having cutlery on the table when my food arrives. Sure it was delivered with haste; but it's the principle of the matter. Buratta cheese is not my jam. My dining companion enjoyed it well enough. The calamari was good, but so very oily. The oil seeped all over the plate. Could it not have been placed on a paper towel for a moment or two prior to plating? We'll never know. Will I/we be back? Maybe.

Great food! We were going to stop at another local restaurant, but it was closed, so on a whim we…read moretried this place. We figured since it was busy, it must be good. Glad we followed our hunch. The pastas and pizzas were so good. I would definitely recommend. There's only street parking from what we could find.

So good to find a unique brunch place close by. This Italian place serves brunch (and pizza) on…read moreweekend lunch time, in fact they have a special if you come early or happy hour too. The menu looked delectable. What did we get? - Calabrian sausage Benedict - this was really good, the server asks you how you want the eggs done. Unique focaccia "muffin" and the egg was done really well. The sausage was just a few thin slices though. - comes with arugula salad which was good, not bitter IMO and we asked for extra crispy potatoes and these were th BOMB!! Extra crispy potato skin and amazing crunch. - I liked the porchetta hash. Good meat, great flavour. - bambolini had great sauce. - breakfast carbonara has really rich and tasty sauce. Everything was done great, especially the eggs and potatoes. We would come back in the future for sure.

The latest Italian offering in North Burnaby. I've already visited their gelato bar and their…read moreItalian cafe, so I was just missing out on their restaurant. It was quiet to start, but became pretty busy by 8pm on a Tues night. Our group of 3 shared the polenta, which was creamy and delicious. I ordered the seafood linguine, which had tasty pieces of squid but they were very tiny, and the mussels had a bit of sand. Everything was small portions, so definitely not an Antons type of establishment. Our waiter kept our glasses topped up through the night. For dessert, we all opted for the gelato and snuck over to the gelato bar to sample some flavours. Although there were set gelato flavours on the dessert menu for the day, we were allowed to choose from whatever flavours were being served at the gelato bar which was awesome.

I took my friend to Cappello Ristorante on Hastings in Burnaby for a nice Italian dinner, and we…read morehad such a lovely experience. We started with two mocktails. My friend had The Flamboyant (mango, passionfruit purée, aranciata rossa), and I had The Diplomat (cucumber, basil, lime & cranberry juices, limonata). Both were absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. For appetizers, we ordered the Pull-Apart Bread Roll (molasses, chili, garlic, Parmigiano, served warm). It tasted like sweet Easter bread--so yummy! We also had the Sicilian Olives (fennel, orange, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, served warm), which were super flavourful. For our mains, my friend had the Pasta e Fagioli (tubetti, cannellini beans, rosemary oil), and I had the Linguine ai Frutti di Mare (aglio e olio, mussels, Manila clams, calamari). Everything was absolutely delicious--I honestly felt like I was in Italy. After dinner, we grabbed dessert next door at Dolce Amore Gelato, and wow... we both loved the Gangster Toffee Life. It's vanilla bean gelato swirled with chunks of their MafiaMade butter toffee. OMGGGG -- it's to DIE FOR!! I would 100% recommend Cappello Ristorante to all my friends and family. Can't wait to come back!

Osteria Elio Volpe deserves more than five stars. This was hands down one of the best dining…read moreexperiences we had in Vancouver and, quite honestly, one of the best restaurant experiences we've had anywhere in a long time. We travel 9 mos a year and are always on the hunt for great food, so we've been fortunate to eat at some incredible restaurants, including plenty of Michelin-starred ones. Elio Volpe surpasses many of those experiences. The quality of the ingredients, the complexity and layering of flavors, and the unexpected combinations of food are truly exceptional. Every single thing we ordered was outstanding. Thoughtful and creative without ever feeling fussy, and the kind of food you won't stop talking about. You'll want to take all your friends and family, and celebrate all your milestones here. And whatever you do, DO NOT SKIP DESSERT. Trust me. As incredible as the food is, the service somehow manages to match it. We had Leah taking care of us our first night and absolutely adored her. She was warm, fun, knowledgeable, attentive without ever hovering, and made the entire experience feel so personal. She's one of those rare people who can completely elevate an already amazing dinner. We had a long list of restaurants we wanted to try while we were in Vancouver, but when it came time to decide where to spend our LAST night in the city, we couldn't help ourselves. We went straight back to Elio Volpe. The food was simply too good and we enjoyed Leah so much that nothing else felt worth the gamble. And somehow, the second visit was every bit as fantastic as the first. There are plenty of restaurants where you have an incredible meal. What makes Elio Volpe so special is that despite the caliber of the food, it never feels precious or pretentious. Somehow, it feels like you're eating with family. You walk in excited about the food and leave feeling like you've spent the evening with people you genuinely enjoy. Exceptional food. Exceptional people. Exceptional experience. If you're in Vancouver, DO NOT MISS THIS PLACE. And ask for Leah. We will absolutely be back every time we're in Vancouver.

One of the few restaurants in Vancouver that understands Italian food. Beautiful interior and very…read moreattentive service make for a calming experience. The food doesn't disappoint. You can make this either a decently affordable (but quality) pizza restaurant, or you can order from a full Italian menu. I had a pappardelle ragu that was clearly all made in the restaurant, and was fantastic. My spouse also greatly enjoyed his main. Very good wine list, strong cocktails, priced in the right ballpark for what they are. We'll be back, even with our kid -- who would like the pizza.