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The Little Sparo, St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador, NL

The Little Sparo

4.8 (876)
CAN$51 and over
Italian
2 Hill o' Chips, St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador, NL A1C 6B1

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
There is nothing complicated about food, and nobody understood this better than the Italians. They knew that a delicious meal did not require elaborate preparation - just proper ingredients, and the passion and patience to let them work their magic. At The Little Sparo, we apply these principles in all we do. From our fresh baked naturally-leavened bread and pizza to our homemade extruded pasta, every item is prepared with gentle, attentive care. Come enjoy the comfort of Italian cuisine, in our newly renovated, open-concept restaurant with breathtaking views of the St.john's harbor that carries right through to the narrows. Book a table in our elegant dining room or come relax by the fireplace in our cozy, inviting lounge. Our kind and knowledgable staff are here to welcome you with the warm and friendly hospitality that Newfoundlanders are known for. Come join us for dinner!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (709) 758-4252
  • Website
    http://www.thelittlesparo.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Zac Power
  • Location
    2 Hill o' Chips, St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador, NL A1C 6B1
  • Neighborhood
    St. John's
  • Parking details
    Paid underground parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 876 people are saying

The Little Sparo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for scenic views

  • Atlantic Canada

    Italian

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Overall

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Food

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Service

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Ambiance

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Best Value

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for business meals

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for groups

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Great for fine wines

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Romantic

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Good for special occasions

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Little Sparo offers "fantastic food and service" with a "beautiful view of St. John's harbour." Diners rave about the "fresh house-made pasta" and "to die for" dishes like the squash ravioli. The "attentive and friendly staff" enhance the "bright and fresh atmosphere," perfect for special occasions.
876 Reviews

  1. Dave

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and a great view. Pizza, steak, pasta and salmon were all top notch

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  2. Marvelous

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good especially the pepperoni pizza. Our server was kind and attentive and they gave my partner a little birthday surprise. I loved it 😍

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  3. Devon

    Atlantic Canada3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great views, and a relaxing atmosphere. The Server was very knowledgeable and friendly. We will be back!

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  4. Cathy

    Atlantic Canada8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Little Sparo never disappoints! It’s the best bright and fresh atmosphere in St. John’s with a beautiful view of St. John’s harbour. Service is second to none with the most attentive and friendly staff…Thank you Frances you were the best!!! Food is always delicious…. We had the whipped ricotta for appetizer…sooo amazing! You must try it! Then had salmon which was a flavour explosion so good that my friend asked for the homemade sour dough bread to finish off the broth! Our complements to the chef and staff! See you again soon! 😊

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  5. Melvin

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a special occasion for us and we did not get the reception we were expecting. Besides the menu there we noting there to portray a italian restaurant. The ambiance was not to a liking and the value of the meal we paid for was overpriced. Sorry but will not be returning

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  6. Steven

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and experienced service staff. We will be back….

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Kathryn

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The noise level of the diners was quite high which is difficult for those of us with a hearing disability. Aside from that it was a lovely dining experience with very attentive servers. The ambience was good and the food was delicious! Had the New York strip steak which isn’t my fav, but it was delicious! The view was very authentic.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Joyce

    Atlantic Canada7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was awesome. Loved the seat in the corner. Great view of Cabot tower. Thank you.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Dale

    Edmonton / Northern Alberta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been in Newfoundland for two weeks and this was our best experience so far. The atmosphere, food, noise level and value were all excellent, but the highlight of the evening was our interaction with Shawn, he was awesome in every aspect. If we weren’t travelling back home we would definitely revisit this restaurant.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Renee

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails were fabulous. The sourdough was the best I’ve ever had. The homemade pasta was to die for.

    1 person found this helpful

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The Little Sparo is rated 4.8 stars by 876 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
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2 Hill o' Chips, St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador, NL A1C 6B1

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St. John's
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Paid underground parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Zac Power
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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