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 Gourmet Italian cafe |
109-1025 Robson Street Vancouver, BC V6E 4A9 Canada +1 604 669 9322 http://www.caffedemedici.com/ |
Established in 1980, this Robson Street cafe gained notoriety for its Northern Italian cuisine and traditional feel. It underwent a face-lift several years ago. Retaining its original charm, it remains one of the city's most popular social spots. The room, lined with greenery and detailed wall art, exudes warmth and elegance. Many young area residents frequent it. The Florentine menu lists carefully crafted dishes. Entrees such as the roasted duck flavoured with grappa in a sundried cherry glaze, and Ossobuco d'Agnello sprinkled with cinnamon are favourites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming and contemporary |
1154 Robson St Vancouver, BC V6E 1B5 Canada +1 604 688 7338 http://www.cincin.net/ |
This popular Italian restaurant is a favourite among both locals and tourists, and you may even spot a visiting celebrity or two trying out one of the joints famous pizzas. Located above Robson Street, the chic establishment has an open kitchen with a wood burning oven and grill as the centerpiece. Start out with a sampling of appetizers: a platter of smoked trout, Gaeta olives, prosciutto, grilled baby octopus and eggplant caviar (CAD17.50 per person). Critics consider the fresh pasta here to die for, but anything that comes out of the oven (think pizza) or of the grill (rare ahi, veal, ostrich) will be the highlight reel of any dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Southern France to Northern Italy |
1133 Hamilton Street Vancouver, BC V6B 5P6 Canada +1 604 688 7466 http://www.cioppinosyaletown.com |
This award-winning restaurant in Yaletown impresses with classic Northern Italian and French cuisine. The elegantly rustic setting includes white linen tables, dark wood accents, post and beam ceilings, tiles, and warm-hued walls. An open kitchen displays chefs and a long bar highlights views of the docks beyond. Appetizers include the bourbon-honey smoked salmon and the charbroiled calamari salad is unique. Among the pasta selection: artichoke and goat cheese mezzelune with spring vegetable ragout. Main courses include seared scallops and jumbo prawns. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant fusion |
645 Howe Street Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 2Y9 Canada +1 604 602 7788 http://www.metropolitan.com |
This much-acclaimed establishment recently received the title of "Vancouver's Best Restaurant" from Gourmet Magazine's second annual readers' poll. The large open kitchen and naturally lit lounge create the elegant environment. The culinary experience here includes a 350-vintage wine list and a menu with Pacific Northwest staples varying from seafood (maple smoked Queen Charlotte scallops) to pasta (pheasant confit tortellini). Main courses emphasize large pieces of meat and fish (venison tenderloin). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worth checking out in Kitsilano |
3617 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V6R 2B8 Canada +1 604 738 1113 |
"This Greek eatery that opened is yet another restaurant in Kitsilano that is well worth checking out. It is the one with the can't-miss-it red signboard with gold type above the terrace. A vintage floor-model radio serves as the reception desk. Inside, candlelight romantically brightens the dark-wood-veneered dining room. Chandeliers add style to the place, while a sit-down bar keeps it easygoing. House specialties include lamb (Paithakia Riganata), seafood (Salmon Riganato Skaras) and pizza (pesto and zucchini with artichokes and pine nuts). For dessert, there is the Bougatsa: Lemon custard in phyllo pastry." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighborhood restaurant with reasonable prices |
3605 West 4th Avenue Dunbar Vancouver, BC V6R 1P2 Canada +1 604 731 2712 |
This Italian restaurant in Kitsilano is decorated in subtle tones and round tables of crisp white linen. It has an interesting and varied assortment of pastas. Diners can also enjoy their meals on the large patio on warm summer nights. There is a traditional choice of appetizers. The Tuna Carpaccio highly recommended. Among the stand out entrees are the tender and succulent duck and Poached Chilean Sea Bass. There are also a variety of vegetarian dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique pizza crust and toppings |
151 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V5Y 1P4 Canada +1 604 873 0021 |
Since 1973, this casual establishment has been making thin crust pizza from whole wheat stone-ground flour. It has a selection of unusual toppings, such as Smoked Oysters, Barbecued Chicken, Artichokes, Potatoes, Feta and Broccoli. The décor features wood accents and greenery, while a sidewalk patio lets you soak in sunshine during spring and summer. Steak, Rib and Chicken comes with Green Salad, Garlic Bread and Baked Potato or Rice. Sandwiches, Pastas and Stir-Fries are also on the menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere |
800 Robson Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2C5 Canada +1 604 688 6869 |
This Greek restaurant is centrally located on trendy Robson Street, close to theatres and clubs for after dinner entertainment. A Mediterranean theme dominates, with tiled floors and columns separating the booths. The patio is an ideal place to sit and sip Retsina on a sunny day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian and Mediterranean fusion |
567 Hornby Street Le Soleil Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 2E8 Canada +1 604 689 8862 http://www.lesoleilhotel.com |
The name is the combination of the words Oriental and Italian, and the cooking itself is a mixture of Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. This upscale, two-level restaurant downtown features dark-wood accents, metal castings, and ceiling medallions. It also has a three-dimensional mural that stretches to the staircase leading to the balcony. Try the Brined Pork Tenderloin Spring Rolls with a passion fruit sweet soy glaze to start, or the seared Black and White Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with wasabi cream and jasmine rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
