Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Vancouver / British Columbia

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Caffè La Tana

4.8

4.8 (39)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Commercial Drive

About the restaurant

An intimate affair, with a menu of pasta and small plates to share, an all-Italian wine list of much-loved and lesser-known varietals, and an essential collection of cocktails, grappa and amari to start, finish and make the most of the afternoon and evening.

Reservations are available for lunch from 11 am to 3 pm daily, followed by a limited aperitivo menu from 3 pm to 5 pm. Dinner is served from 5 pm to 10 pm every night. Please note, we are unable to accommodate outside food in the restaurant, including birthday cakes. We look forward to breaking bread with you!

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deb

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious food and drinks, attentive service. Tiny bit noisy due to close proximity of tables.

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Experience

Happy Hour - Aperitivo

Marzano

4.8

4.8 (655)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Nelson

About the restaurant

A modern Italian pizzeria that opened to the public in September 2018. We are known for our excellent selection of share plates, wood-fired pizza, pasta and main courses.

All desserts including gelato are made in house by our talented Pastry Chef, Merri Schwartz.

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Donna

Dined 6 days ago

We were a large party, celebrating my late step-dad’s life. Some of my siblings are loud… our server was sooo patient and accommodating. We really could not have asked for better. As always, the food was wonderful. Thank you!

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Popular dish

Burrata

Popular dish

Spaghetti + Meatballs

Autostrada - Vancouver House

4.7

4.7 (104)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

We love everything about restaurants. In particular, we love Italian. We love the food, the wine, the diversity, and the pride that Italians take in hosting a memorable experience.

We’ve spent our lives developing restaurants. From a simple deli or a laidback pub to award-winning fine dining, we have worked hard and are proud to present Autostrada Osteria.

It’s a place with a simple philosophy. Inspired by the casual osterie of Italy, the focus is on a simple menu where quality ingredients shine, regional wines that represent a place, and a room filled with warmth and bustle.

We hope you enjoy what we’ve poured our hearts into.

Dustin & Lucais

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WilliamG

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Exceptional food and service. friendly staff and helpful service. Will be coming back.

La Bussola Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (925)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Kelowna

About the restaurant

La Bussola has been serving Kelowna since 1974 and is proud to boast the largest wine selection in the Okanagan today. La Bussola is owned and operated by the Coccaro family; Lauretta Coccaro the chef & owner operates the restaurant with her son Luigi Coccaro. The restaurant's menu changes seasonally using local and/or handmade ingredients wherever possible, and includes rotating classic dishes from the original menu from when La Bussola opened 43 years ago.

We warmly welcome you to dine with us in our home at La Bussola!

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Deb

Dined 2 days ago

What a gem of a restaurant! Four of us enjoyed this decades long, family owned, charming, dining experience. The bison ragu, the salmon, the prawn pasta.....all were sublime. Cannot recommend La Bussola more

Lupo Restaurant & Vinoteca

4.8

4.8 (3775)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Modern Italian cooking emphasizing quality and value. Lupo Restaurant located at the entrance to Vancouver’s famous Yaletown area. Theatres, Concert and sporting venues all within a short walk.

Now open for Take Away Dining

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Kristen

Dined 2 days ago

my partner and i had an amazing time celebrating our 2nd anniversary at Lupo! service was extremely fast with great follow up, our pasta was amazing and the portion sizes were large (can’t wait to eat my leftovers!!) we got the warm orange and almond cake for dessert which was sooo good wish we had ordered another one! overall was a wonderful experience!

Osteria Savio Volpe

4.7

4.7 (4305)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Mount Pleasant

About the restaurant

Savio Volpe is a restaurant styled after the classic osteria: rustic fare in the Italian tradition of freshness and regionality, using groceries gathered in the nearby lakes, oceans, farms and fields. Above all else, Savio celebrates liveliness, warmth and hospitality. Viva la convivialità!

Reservations are available from 5 pm to 10 pm daily. Please note, we are unable to accommodate outside food in the restaurant, including birthday cakes.

We look forward to breaking bread with you!

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Andrea

Dined 2 days ago

Went to celebrate a friend’s retirement and it was fantastic! We were seated at a window booth and given Prosecco to start. It was the first time my 2 friends had been to the restaurant and they were both so impressed with the food… absolutely delicious

Elio Volpe

4.8

4.8 (167)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Fairview

About the restaurant

Taking cues from Italy’s storied south, with its famed coasts and islands, rich history, and relaxed lifestyle, Elio Volpe celebrates the best ingredients from the Pacific Northwest as inspired by il Mezzogiorno — the ancient seafaring term for the wind from the south, now colloquially used to describe that part of the country. Above all else, Elio, like its cousin Savio Volpe, celebrates liveliness, warmth and hospitality. Viva la convivialità!

Reservations are available for dinner from 5 pm to 10 pm every night, and for brunch on Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays from 10 am to 1:30 pm.

Please note, we are unable to accommodate outside food in the restaurant, including birthday cakes. We do our best to accommodate special requests but are unable to guarantee requests for specific tables.

We look forward to breaking bread with you!

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Duane

Dined 3 days ago

Came with a friend tonight to try this new (to us) spot. We tried two pasta, a salad and some octopus. The watermelon salad was great. I'd do a little less peper but that's a personal taste. Calabreselli alla vodka and Rigatoni cacio e pepe are both great pastas to share. Add in a little octopus 🐙 and dinner is a winner. The blood orange soda is also great.

Pepino's Spaghetti House

4.8

4.8 (1567)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Commercial Drive

About the restaurant

Pepino’s Spaghetti House, "The House that Spaghetti Built," is an homage to both the cuisine that developed in the Italian immigrant communities during the early part of the 20th century, and to the locale’s celebrated influence in Vancouver’s Little Italy.

Reservations are available from 5 pm to 10 pm daily. Please note, we are unable to accommodate outside food in the restaurant, including birthday cakes. We look forward to breaking bread with you!

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alina

Dined 1 day ago

Haven't been there since it was Nick and it was great. Same great atmosophere, food and service. We had a group of six and had a cozy table. We started with appies - kale salad, focaccia bread and mozza sticks. Then everyone ordered a main - pizza, ravioli, chicken, gnocchi. and rigatoni - enough to feed an army! Everyone took home leftovers. Vancouver needs more restaurants like this.

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Nicli Antica Pizzeria

4.7

4.7 (480)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

North Vancouver

About the restaurant

**IF NO TIMESLOTS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT AT 604-770-1240 AS WE MAY HAVE AVAILABILITY.**

Nicli Antica Pizzeria honours the culinary traditions from four generations of the Nicli family. Our menu highlights the season’s freshest, local ingredients alongside a robust beverage program. An experience at Nicli Antica Pizzeria will bring to mind the touchstones of Italian culture — family, authenticity, and incredible food and wine.

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Bardya

Dined 6 days ago

We had a fantastic evening, even though I mistakenly booked a table for two instead of seven. The staff graciously managed the situation during a busy time and ensured we were well taken care of—a special shout-out to Kurt for going above and beyond. The food was outstanding, the service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxed night out with family. We left with big smiles and great memories. I highly recommend this place!

Bar Olo

4.8

4.8 (11)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

West Vancouver

About the restaurant

Bar Olo: A Taste of Italy in West Vancouver

Located in the heart of Dundarave, Bar Olo is a charming neighbourhood restaurant offering carefully crafted italian dishes fro, local ingredients, a unique wine list and expertly crafted cocktail list. All offered in a cozy environment with white linen tables and a well equipped bar. During the spring/summer and fall months Bar Olo has the best patio in West Vancouver, elevated above the sidewalk surrounded by blossoming flowers.

Bar Olo is committed to accommodating dietary restrictions, with management and chefs ready to tailor dishes to meet specific needs, ensuring everyone can enjoy the food.

With friendly, attentive staff, Bar Olo offers a welcoming and personalized dining experience, making it a beloved local gem.

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Zack

Dined on May 26, 2025

Our server was amazing, she had a great sense of humor.

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