50 Best Italian Restaurants in Vancouver

“Oh my… this was quite an experience! When going there, letyourself be surprised by the Chef’s Menu (Menu dégustation in french). Surprise after surprise, it will make you live a real culinary experience! And our waiter (fluently bilingual) was excellent and vey passionate! Along with the lady who brought each plate and explained to us what they were. And finally the manager, I believe, who came over a few times to talk about the plates, the wine and how the pasta were made the same day, very early in the morning The wine suggestion was also perfect! Finally, the décor is not at all what you would expect, from looking at the menu on the web-site; very fresh, young, modern, yet very warm decor! Please go and try this place. I will definitely be back when travelling to Vancouver. Merciiii!“

“Very cozy restaurant, I highly recommend the Bigoli Nero - the best tasting seafood pasta I've ever had. The staff provided friendly and excellent service too.“

“Long story short, their pasta was the bomb. They make it fresh right in front of you and it’s just an absolute winner. Simple as that. We had pasta in Italy and I would say they are comparable. If you’re a big pasta person, this place is definitely for you. That being said, the almond semifreddo dessert was not disappointing as well. As far as service goes, I appreciate that they don’t come up to you every 2 minutes to ask “how’s the first few bites?” yet all the servers are still friendly and attentive throughout. For me, it doesn’t get any better than that. Let me eat my food and if I need something, I’ll let you know. Important to note: if you’re coming on a Saturday, be sure to be there by 4- 4:10pm to make sure you get seated. The line gets really long shortly thereafter. A restaurant with a long line outside will always draw more attention than the empty ones, very clever 😉 So make sure you go early…. And enjoy!“

“We had the Spaghetti Meatballs & Cherry Coke Ribs. The Spaghetti, eh, honestly, you could do better, forget the pasta at the pasta place lol. Those cherry coke ribs were so unbelievably good, and the side of Lemon Pepper Grilled Brussel Sprouts. OMG I would come here just for that. We finished off the night with a Tiramisu, and it didn't dissappoint. We will definitely be back. The only negative/ complaint if that, I notice a lot of people recommend it as a date spot, if you want to chat, dont bother, the place is so friggin loud lol“

“We had a family birthday lunch at the Lonsdale Quay location that was absolutely fabulous. In our party of five, three of us had sandwiches and two ordered pasta dishes. Everything was so nicely presented and tasted even better than it looked. Can’t wait to go back and try some more of the enticing items on the menu. The setting and atmosphere is lovely and the service was great - an overall joyful experience in dining out.“

“Great food, warm friendly service. What else can you ask for? And value for cost? Outstanding!!“

“The three of us and a dog came to Nonna’s Cucina on East Hastings for the first time after seeing it several times while driving by. We each ordered the rigatoni dish and in our opinion the quality was at par with Oca and La Tana. Very tasty and flavorful, and good portions. It was so neat to be served on pretty china instead of on a cardboard container. One of the staff came out while we were waiting at our table for our dishes and he was so kind to give our friend’s dog some bits of ham to enjoy! We are so glad to have tried this place out and we will definitely be returning again soon!“

“Fantastic Italian restaurant with fresh, authentic flavours. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauces were rich but balanced, and the service was warm and attentive. The ambiance is cozy without feeling crowded. Highly recommended.“

“Michael took great care of us as well as all the staff. We look forward to our return visit next time in town.“

“Kissa Tanto is everything the hype suggests it is.

My wife and I decided to focus on the seafood offerings for the evening, and that decision was rewarded from the very first course.

Every dish demonstrated exceptional restraint, balance and confidence. The seafood remained the hero throughout, while each accompanying ingredient added thoughtful layers of flavour, texture and contrast without ever competing for attention.

The oysters were beautifully presented with elegant, well-balanced mignonettes that complemented rather than overwhelmed their natural brine. The octopus salad was outstanding—layer upon layer of vegetables, textures and flavours, each contributing something distinct while coming together as a remarkably cohesive dish. The charcoal udon carried that same sense of balance and depth, and the fish of the moment (halibut) was cooked perfectly, allowing the quality of the fish to speak for itself.

Exceptional food, a warm and inviting atmosphere, and polished, attentive service made for a memorable evening. More than anything, we appreciated the respect shown not only to the seafood, but to every ingredient on the plate. Each component had a purpose, contributing to the whole without ever overshadowing the star of the dish. It’s precisely that level of confidence and restraint that encourages us to return and explore the rest of the menu.“

“Though it's only Jan, quite sure this will be one of the best dining experiences of the year, if not the top. Everyone and everything was perfect from the time we sat down till our departure. Great people, food, and space. Easily one of the nicest rooms in Van... And that wine cellar! Thanks Carl et al“

“While in Vancouver the beginning of November for medical appointments. My wife and I were undecided on were to eat. We walked out of our motel. Looked across the street and saw the Italian Kitchen, we walked over and asked if they had any seats available, it was a very busy night ,got our seats and our sever was Sam he was very pleasant. My wife and I both so impressed with our meal. If we ever go back to Vancouver I know we're I will be eating.“

“This hidden Kits spot serves a carbonara so good it feels like a glitch in the matrix—especially considering the chef has only been cooking it for three months.

Every bite is pure perfection. The portion size hits the absolute sweet spot—satisfyingly rich without leaving you weighed down—and the price point is almost absurdly generous for the neighbourhood.

I wish I had taken a picture before I devoured it, but you’ll have to take my word for it that this is not a place to sleep on.“

“We are so grateful to have found this wonderful restaurant on a rainy night in Vancouver. Our party included our 18 month boy and the staff welcomed us, gave us a great table, and tolerated the mess our little one created. Specifically, Sabrina our server was such a kind and helpful person who made the evening perfect!“

“Been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got to check it off my list! The vibes are great and the space is pretty spacious too. I did a walk-in right when they opened and was able to get a table, but I’d definitely recommend making a reso if you’re planning to go during busier hours. They also seem to switch up the menu here and there, which is always nice!

Definitely not a cheap spot though so just something to keep in mind! But it’s a great place for a first date or a special night out ✨“

“Great cocktails and excellent service“

“We celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary at Lupo and it was a beautiful evening. The service was amazing, and the food was impeccable. We started with the Tagliatelle Nero, the pasta was cooked perfectly and the flavours were amazing, we ordered the veal ossobuco and the venison chop as our mains, both were amazing and highly recommended! Lastly, the cocktails and wine definitely are a must order, the Hugo spritz and Lupo negroni are amazing! I highly recommend booking dinner reservations at Lupo, you won’t be disappointed!“

“Kevin, the owner, is awesome! Many thanks to him and his wonderful staff who made my aunt’s 60th birthday “one for the books!” The food was delicious and the atmosphere of the restaurant is hip and cozy. Tons of vegetarian options from appetizers to mains for veggies like me. Such a wonderful night!“

“I’m so glad I found this place! Been looking for an authentic Italian pizza & pasta joint for a while. I can see why this place has such high reviews. It is well deserved. Food is authentically Italian and very fresh. Margherita and Cristina pizzas were our favourites as well as the scallop spaghetti. We are definitely coming back!“

“Only nitpick is pizza tastes variably smoky—almost inedibly so once, and present but reasonable another. Edit: speaks to inconsistency.

Otherwise, really great chewy crust, flavourful sauce, nice caramelization on veggie toppings. Awesome natural wine selection.

No rezzies but never too long a wait.“

“I stopped by by chance while walking along Robson, and I was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed a good glass of wine and got to listen to excellent live music. I definitely recommend going on a Friday. The food could use a little improvement, but the Friday atmosphere is fantastic. I highly recommend this place.“

“Food and service absolutely amazing 🤩“

“Excellent food and excellent service! I visited Solo Pasta and had a fantastic experience. The pasta was fresh, delicious, and full of authentic flavor.
A special shoutout tomo meoie, who provided outstanding customer service. He was welcoming, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. His attention to detail and positive attitude really made our visit memorable.
If you're looking for great pasta and exceptional service in downtown Vancouver, I highly recommend this place.
Looking forward to coming back soon!“

“Visit for the first time for breakfast. The menu is so nice, a good choice of mexican platters. I had the chilaquiles and torta de cochinita. The was very good 8.5/10
And the service was super friendly.
I'd visit again if I'm in town.“

“Heard about their amazing Pizza’s from our friend Kathy. We ordered two large pizza’s for pick up. Staff were absolutely amazing., polite and courteous. Even offered us a coffee while we waited. Final result pizza was loaded with toppings and tasted fresh. Definitely worth the price and we will travel the distance again.“

“Beef adobo dip was *chefs kiss. So savory with a slight vinegar taste, my mouth is watering just thinking about this. The bread is perfectly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. The outside of the bread did not get soft and mushy even when I dipped it. Nice crunch. Ordered an iced decaf mocha on the side, total was $28.00 (not incl tip)“

“This Italian restaurant is fantastic. The food is VERY delicious! It's just amazing! About the service, it's number ONE too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I highly recommend it for those looking for authentic Italian food.“

“Went to Frankie's for the first time last night before Lion King , it was fantastic. Good service by Neil, he gave excellent recommendations from the menu. The restaurant was clean, and the food was amazing. Highly recommend“

“😁👍 Great food, excellent service, wines were new to use but worked out very well. You have to try the ice cream with rock salt & specialty olive oil desert, amazing.“

“Ordered a few appetizer dishes and all were outstanding . Highly recommend the pork roast with crispy skin it was amazing“

“FANTASTIC ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN WEST POINT GREY! Cool atmosphere, incredible food, good prices and fabulous chef/service staff! We’ll be back over and over for sure!“

“Excellent Mediterranean cuisine!Freshness of the products ... Taboulet, Houmous, Greek salad ... Good seasoning, and generous shares.The Baklava also Maison are to die for. Add the very caring service of bet, and we had a great time.All for a very reasonable cost. We recommend. Excellent Mediterranean Kitchen!Fresh Products ... Tabbouleh, Hummus, Greek Salad ... Good Seasoning, and Generous Portions.The baklava, also homemade, is to die for.Add Pari's very attentive service, and we had a great time.All for a very reasonable cost.We recommend [Original] Excellente cuisine méditerranéenne! Fraîcheur des produits... Taboulet , houmous, salade grecque...bon assaisonnement, et parts généreuses. Les baklava également maison sont à tomber.. Ajoutez le service très attentionné de Pari, et nous avons passé un très bon moment . Le tout pour un coût très raisonnable .. Nous recommandons. Excellent Mediterranean cuisine! Fresh products... Tabbouleh, hummus, Greek salad... good seasoning, and generous portions. The baklava, also homemade, is to die for. Add Pari's very attentive service, and we had a great time. All for a very reasonable cost. We recommend“

“Really enjoyed our late lunch at Nook Olympic Village. We biked there and it happened to be happy hour so we took advantage, which made it pretty good value for the whole family. We had a mix of pastas and pizzas, plus a couple of glasses of wine, and 2 kids drinks, came out around $120 including tip. Our server was great, super friendly and smiley, and the restaurant wasn’t too crowded for a weekend late lunch, which made it really relaxed with the kids. Good food, nice atmosphere and friendly service. Definitely a spot we’d come back to.“

“Great service and good food. Greetings from the Dutchies (Netherlands) 👍👍“

“Incredible Italian food! Check them out! You won't be disappointed. 😘“

“The food was phenomenal but the true highlight was our bartender, Chris. Service was outstanding. He was attentive, and made the best drinks efficiently and with care! 10/10 recommend Nook and ask to be seated at the bar for outstanding service from Chris!“

“Fresh pasta, tiramisu, coffee… Everything is perfect. Warm and family welcome. Your croissant that I ate for lunch was very delicious. I will come back before leaving for Quebec. Grazie.“

“After 30 years in business, it is no wonder dining at La Terrazza is a throwback to Tuscany! My wife and I loved it so much that we returned the following evening for "round two!" The menu is significant with so many tasty options and competitively priced. The room is a gorgeous, warmly appointed and romantic. Outdoor dining is well choreographed with heaters & roof covering for inclement weather and beautiful greenery making the dining exerience personal and rather private. Of course the Chef is what makes the world go around, however, what significantly adds to and makes this restaurant so special, are the people! Gennaro Iorio, has built this team over many years, with servers and staff that have worked there for many years. From the front-end welcome ( and then, unusually, follow-up service table-side,) the servers, who are not only experienced but genuine, sincere and thoroughly engaging, to the co-owner/partner, Gennaro making the effort to drop by the table to engage in meaningful conversation... The dining was not only exquisite but engaging and memorable. No small wonder with "this room full of professionals," we returned the following night to meet other folks in the team who were also, like the food; complementary amuse bouche, fresh & I mean fresh Tiger Prawn Cocktail, delightfully light & tasty Chilled Scallop Ceviche, juicy and flavourful Truffle Meatball starter, Roast Tomahawk Veal (crispy, then juicy scrumptious), & the best Spaghettini Lobster Carbonara this side of Tuscany... BTW, the wine list must be 40 pages! Both evenings were memory-makers and left us craving for La Terrazza to open in our home town. Lucky you if you live in Vancouver!“

“Absolutely delicious 😋 And amazing service! Serves are large even at half size. Highly recommend!!!“

“I love this restaurant and have been coming here for years for breakfast, lunch or dinners. Food and service is good and most important is atmosphere is lively with music in background and euro decor. I was born in Argentina and reminds me of the many typical cozy European cafes there. 😀🌸“

“Great little spot for light Italian or pizza. We really enjoyed the house valpolicella, meatball appetizer (excellent!) and margherita pizza with roasted garlic and meatballs. We couldn’t finish the pizza and it made a great breakfast!“

“I watched a few videos on instagram so decided to give it a try. Carbeneo pizza was amazing. Little small but okay. It’s more of individual size so if with somebody get your own. My biggest disappointment would be the pasta I got. It was like ten pieces and after tax and tip like 40 dollars lol it was good. But sorry, the portion size is too small to justify the price. Maybe double the portion would be fair. I would never order it again at the current size/price. So I would say I love the taste but am disappointed in the portion sizes for price.“

“I had an evening to myself and thought id try someplace new and read my book in the corner, get in and out within 45 minutes and move on. I ended up staying longer-almost finishing my novel at the end of the night. I felt so relaxed being in there, the cacio e pepe, the atmosphere, the food and drinks -it felt like I was in italy again. It was a perfectly relaxing evening after working all week, and my server Ralph was a great chat at the end and we had a lovely chat. Best of luck!“

“One of our favourite places to go for pizza - always delicious and the atmosphere is lively and fun 🤩“

“Celebrated my Milestone Birthday last night at this Fabulous Restaurant. I’ve always Loved this restaurant. We have being going since Umberto had the beautiful Tuscan yellow building. We always feel so welcomed & like family when we dine there. Umberto is always so personable & greets everyone in the restaurant. The Food was incredible last night as always. I really Loved my Birthday Celebration at Giardino. It made me feel So Special Thank you for making my Birthday so Memorable ❤️ Fay Jensen“

“Have gotten our Turkey dinner for the last 5 years and it was great again this year. The turkey was moist ,mashed were smoothy ,cranberry sauce my mother in law says the best ever and the green beans were great The gravy was top notch Will never cook a turkey dinner again From The Gates Family“

“Despite not being much into pizza, still had a really lovely dinner here. Covered patio area is a nice summer seating option while still feeling somewhat removed from the traffic of Main St. If I’m made to eat pizza would definitely choose Via Tevere! Staff were super sweet about a forgotten take away box as well.“

“My Daughter and I Grace Burnett Had the best dinner here!! Always great friendly Atmosphere!! Defiantly Recommended!!!“

“Enjoyed a date night this weekend.
Atmosphere and staff were lovely. Only thing we would change is to be able to make adjustments to our meal. Adding bacon to certain dishes would be amazing. Pizza looked delish! Will have that next time.“

“Ordered tonight and wow, was it ever good!!!!“