Il Nido Italian Restaurant

Disappointing experience overall. The food didn't seem very fresh — the gnocchi was sitting in a pool of grease and the tiramisu was soggy rather than light and creamy. We were also surprised to realize that the dine out menu actually cost more than ordering the same items à la carte, which felt misleading. Unfortunately not what we were hoping for and not a place we'd rush back to.

Vincenzo was wonderful! His knowledge of food and wine was superb. He was the consummate host and made us feel right at home. He was very attentive without being overbearing and was very personable. Although we were there for the Dine Out experience, their regular menu was equally as enticing. The appetizers and entrees hit the spot and went well with the wine that we ordered. It certainly seemed to be a neighbourhood gem as we watched the tables fill and know that their deck will be packed once summer comes. Thanks again for your hospitality!

Truly a Vancouver GEM! Waiter was lovely and attentive, piano music was such a lovely change to the usual “noise” from speakers in other places. The food was all incredibly delicious, and in particular, the lasagna was recommended and beyond expectations.

I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a business related dinner at II Nido. We shared a range of appetizers before the main course of Spinach Ravioli. The Beetroot Salad, Funghi & Crostini and the Arancini were all excellent! Servicer's were attentive but not intrusive. A great spot for a casual dinner!

We had a wonderful experience here. The food was delicious. The bruschetta was particularly good. Everyone was very accommodating for allergies (egg and gluten) and children with simple tastes. We had a great night - thank you!

Food was exceptional, best risotto I have ever had. Service amazing. A real find as wanted something walking distance from hotel. A true find, would recommend for amazing Italian food.

This was the perfect spot to celebrate my son's 22nd birthday. We all love Italian but a family member requires gluten-free food; there were several options to choose from. All dishes were tasty, portions just right and presentation was lovely. Live pianist was an extra nice touch. We will return for another special occasion!

A remarkable spot for lunch. I've been twice and it's the quietest restaurant in Vancouver. Christian is a superb server and the food is fantastic. Highly recommended.

Food was bland and was served barely above room temperature. I remember this restaurant being considerably better when I was here over a year ago. The server was amazing at his job though.

l Nido in Vancouver is an absolute gem! We came here as a family (me, my wife, and our 11-year-old son) and the pasta dishes completely blew us away. Every forkful was a total flavour explosion – the Amatriciana had the perfect smoky-spicy kick, the carbonara was rich and creamy without being heavy, and the kid’s spaghetti with house-made meatballs disappeared in record time because the sauce was so incredibly tasty. My son actually said “Dad, this is better than pizza!” …and that’s saying something.
But the real star of the show? Hands-down the best tiramisu we’ve ever had in our lives. A product of our Italian server’s mother - a perfect balance of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, silky mascarpone, and just the right dusting of cocoa. It’s so light yet decadent – we fought over the last bite (I let my wife win… this time).
Warm, welcoming service, cozy atmosphere, and every dish made with so much love. We’ll be back very soon – Il Nino just became our new family favourite in Vancouver! Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tucked away this little gem is a must dinning experience to add to your go to list. We had live piano and such a cost atmosphere. The food was beautiful and service amazing and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chefs Italian Meatballs, Signature Lasagna

Came for dinner on a week night and the 3 of us were the only diners. Seemed a bit odd. The food was actually pretty decent, shared a tomato le burrata salad (decent for winter tomatoes), arancini (ok, served a bit cool) and some pastas. I had a clam fettuccine that was quite good but a bit salty. Overall decent but I wouldn't hunt it out again. Might be nice during the summer on the patio

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Absolutely amazing experience! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The staff were friendly and attentive, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Everything from start to finish was perfect, highly recommended!

Came here at 6pm and the place was filled at 630 pm. Very glad we got here before the crowd. Intimate restaurant, with live piano music that was a little bit on the louder side. But wonderful food, service, and ambience. Would def be back again

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

This is an adorable small Italian restaurant with an exceptional level of charm. The menu is reminiscent of my time in Italy with all the hits. Arancini, Cacio e Pepe, tiramisu and a doppio to round out the meal. While nothing can compare to a meal in Roma, this is an amazing option if you find yourself missing the old country while in Vancouver.

The Arancini is well prepared with a lovely balance of cheese and rice. The Cacio e Pepe was perfectly spiced but the choice of rigatoni was not my favorite. I prefer a pappardelle myself, but the flavour is spot on. The tiramisu was very light and flavourful.

The service was exceptional. The attention to the guest is on par with 4 star restaurants in NYC and the waiter was very knowledgeable about the wine menu.

I highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5