50 Best Italian Restaurants near West Vancouver

“The food was really good, the taste was exceptional. Our server, whose name escapes me was very attentive, interesting, and fun. My down side of our lunch was that the room was ice cold, and I wore my coat the whole meal. It is the middle of October and the weather was really rainy and cold. We avoided dessert and went next door to the Red Lion where we sat by the roaring fire and thawed out! Also, for the high end price of the pasta dish, it would have been lovely to include a small salad, or even a slice of bread.“

“Food and service were excellent. Our server Bonnie turned a lovely dining experience into an outstanding one!“

“Exceptional dinner and ambiance. The service was brilliant!!! warm, attentive, and genuinely personable. So close to Christmas, this evening felt especially meaningful for my husband and me. The atmosphere is cozy and deeply authentic, capturing the true heart of an Italian dining experience. The restaurant was filled with happy, lively patrons, which only added to the magic of the night. A truly special place... highly recommend. Go there! Our server was the BEST!!!!“

“Sorrento’s Pizza has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and it’s still my go-to spot today. The chicken pesto pizza with jalapeños is hands down a must-order — I’ve been getting it since I was a kid, and it’s as perfect now as it was back then. The crust is always just right, the pesto is rich and flavorful, and the chicken and cheese are generous and well balanced. The addition of jalapeños takes it to another level with that perfect spicy kick.

This place has become more than just a pizza joint for me — it’s a tradition. The chicken pesto pizza is a staple at my fantasy football draft every year, and it never disappoints. It’s the kind of food that everyone at the table looks forward to, and it sets the tone for a great night.

On top of the incredible food, the owner is truly one of the best. You can tell how much pride and care goes into running this shop, and it shows in every bite and every interaction. Plus, it’s a dog-friendly spot, which makes it even more special for those of us who like to bring our pups along.

If you’re in West Vancouver and want pizza that has heart, history, and unbeatable flavor, Sorrento’s is the place. God bless the owner — he’s the best.“

“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“

“Had the most amazing family style menu of the chefs choices. Excellent food and service.“

“Had the Sunday sauce! Omg! Watch for it because it doesn’t happen every day! I’m just saying this is the real deal it’s rich and meaty and most decadent sauce. Fun place to stop in and shop for Italian ingredients too, I love the relaxed style of take out and all the choices.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Is this the best restaurant in North Vancouver? Maybe. I'm not definitely sure it is. But I'm sure it is a contender.

Only been here once. You can tell how much care they put into sourcing ingredients. From the herb garden outfront, to getting bread from the bakery right next door. And then you can tell how much that matters when you eat the food.

Also the staff was super friendly, just a great little gem of a restaurant.“

“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“

“Our food was out of this world good and the prices were so reasonable. The cocktails were terrific. The Burrata Tomato appetizer had tomatoes so fresh I think they picked them off they vine out back! The Bolognese was very good, the Wagyu Lasagna was outstanding, and the Steak Special was fabulous. Angela knew every detail of the menu and gave great recommendations, and was perfectly attentive all night long. We are so glad CinCin was recommended to us by the concierge at our Hotel (The Loden).“

“This was one of the best restaurants my wife and I have been to. We absolutely loved the food, the recommendations from our server, and the great hospitality from the host. The entire experience from start to finish was extremely memorable.“

“excellent pizzas and creative flavours - wasn’t too busy, only a matter of time before this place blows up on tiktok imo

i think the suggested tipping option at 18% is weird since there’s no table service, but the guy was pretty friendly“

“Last visit:
I ordered this dish from the special menu, apparently a popular item. However I found the chicken stinky and old, even with the flavorful sauce I couldn’t finish the meal and left it half way.
Apparently the staff don’t have any authority or control over customer satisfaction or compensation offers, so they just said nothing is wrong with the food and expressed they are sorry. Not sure if I will try their food again.

First visit:
Lovely staff, nice and clean place, tasty dessert.
Will come back!“

“Cute little casual Italian spot!
Staffed by a lovely man who wears all the hats — host, server, and chef. We had the Bolognese and the Beef Mushroom Pappardelle, and everything was yummy. Cozy atmosphere, generous portions, and warm, personal service. We’ll definitely be back! 🍝🇮🇹“

“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!“

“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“

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

“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.“

“This is the best restaurant I have been to in a while. Not only was the food absolutely flawless and incredible... every dish was so good! We had Sienna as a server and I swear she was the most kind and positive server I have had in years. She was so sweet and knowledgeable. In a world full of lazy miserable people she really was a such a light. The overall experience was 12/10 and I cannot wait to make this my new go to spot in North Vancouver.“

“Food and service absolutely amazing 🤩“

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

“Great cocktails and excellent service“

“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!“

“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“

“Excellent food and service“

“The service was exemplary and the food was excellent. My favorite park was the excellent selection of wine the server recommended with my meal which was also a recommendation. It was a last minute reservation for me and I am so glad I went to Lupo. I hope to be back when I travel to Vancouver again“

“Good food, good wine list, good atmosphere, with excellent service. My one complaint is that they had no Peroni beer. Peroni should be in a every Italian restaurant, as it's Italy's national beer! When I brought this to the owners attention he was a bit snarley and defensive about it, instead of being gracious and understanding.“

“One of the consistently best restaurants I've eaten at in metro vancouver. Have been 20+ times after a friend recommended. Always incredible food and service. Highly recommend the steak. Pasta is chefs kiss. Reserve a spot as its busy every night.“

“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“

“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 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. 😀🌸“

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

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

“Their fettuccine gamberi e funghi pasta is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo goood 10/10, I wanted so bad to order another one to go lol. Their garlic bread is also sooooooooooooo amazing (as was their bread). The pistachio icecream was also soooooooo goodddddddddddd (bellini icecream was pretty good as well but pistachio def the highlight)!!

Got their panini to go before and those were delicious as well!

We tried their pizza before and we thought it was okay. It's not bad but not really something we'd return for. We got a tomato one and the mushroom one. The tomato one was better than the mushroom one. Our mushroom one felt like it didn't have enough cheese, felt akin to just eating bread with some mushrooms and salad on top (perhaps just not my style for this place).“

“Simply, the best PIZZA you can find in Vancouver. Searched and searched, and THIS is it. Awesome.“

“Went on a weeknight earlier this year and it was pleasantly quiet. Staff were friendly but not overly involved, prices were a bit high but understandable for the neighborhood and quality. Drinks were good, and food was amazing! Definitely the best risotto I have ever had.“

“I really loved the friendly vibe here. I came in around 9 p.m. and chatted with a staff member named Kaito, who was super welcoming. The pasta was delicious; I tried both their pesto and Alfredo on two consecutive days, and both were super fresh and tasty. Plus, the fact that they offer halal food is a big bonus for me. I will definitely come back here soon.“

“I've been meaning to try this place because their Verdure al forno (roasted vegetable platter) looks really yummy. This weekend we decided to have an early meal to beat the crowd. We ordered Egg White Frittata and Cipolla Vegan Pizza. Both items looked and tasted delicious. Instead of the usual tomato or cream sauces, the vegan pizza had roasted red pepper sauce which added a unique taste profile. There is no garlic on the pizza—which is outstanding—with no unpleasant after taste. We still have to go back and try the roasted vegetable platter. The restaurant is elevated from the street with large picture windows. It's nice and bright inside during the day.“

“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.“

“Good atmosphere, Great Food, quick food delivery. Prices appropriate for the quality of the food. Gluten free pasta options that work. The cocktails were just not good. Not sure if it was poorly executed or what but the margarita in particular was overly sour. Also siting at the bar having food condiments that close seemed like a food contamination issue in the making. Could have easily sneezed into them. Bartenders two inch fake nails also felt like a food safe issue.“

“My new favourite pizza place in the city. We came here on a Monday evening and there was a lineup. Line was moving pretty fast and the staff was doing everything to make sure everyone gets a table asap. We waited for about 15 mins but it was so worth it. The food was just amazing and huge quantity. Make sure to have the tiramisu at the end. Will be coming here often.“

“We came in with high expectations, given their connection to Ask for Luigi.

We were seated almost immediately thanks to our reservation. However, our table was located right next to the coat rack, which was a bit inconvenient since people kept coming by to grab their coats.

The menu isn’t extensive, but the food was excellent. The meatballs and the bread with cultured butter stood out the most. Honestly think we could've skipped the pasta.

All in all, we’ll definitely be back, but there’s no rush.“

“I love this place. The prices and combos are great, and the food is exactly what I want: consistent and tasty with good portions and ingredients. I've had donair, pizza and poutine here, and it's all solid. I usually run into Jass and she's always friendly.
Overall an increasingly rare positive experience in a time where it feels you can't pick up dinner without dropping $50. I hope they keep doing what they're doing.“

“😁👍 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.“