We had the pappardelle and spaghetti and meatball. Good stuff. The pappardelle is a wide egg noodle, which is something I don't usually get when I order pasta so it was a nice touch to try something different. And it happened duck ragu so it was even more special. The spaghetti and meatball is pretty straightforward but what I liked was that they give you a metric ton of pasta, and two huge meatballs with some sausage as well. You def get your money's worth! read more

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Cozy dining experience with delicious food. I've tried all 3 other sister restaurants (Savio Volpe, Pepino's, and Elio Volpe), and this was on par! I'd say Savio is still my favourite out of the 4, but Caffe La Tana didn't disappoint. Loved their plate of warm assorted olives for $6. Pine Mushroom arancini ($20) was deep fried perfectly with a crunch, but the mushroom flavour was too light. Dip was good, but very generic, like a lightly flavoured mayo/aioli. Deep fried scallop and prawn In Carozza ($19) was flavourful and so juicy, while the outer shell was light and crispy. Lastly, the pasta was amazing, sort of like a gnocchi with braised beef (or was it pork)? Anyways, the meat was very tender and the sauce works perfectly. Lovely pasta dish that I'd order again and would recommend! The table next to us told us we had to order it, and I'm glad we listened. Small menu, there's 1 pasta permanently on the menu, and I believe the other 2 are rotational. Also got 2 alcoholic drinks. Bill total for two people was about $120 without tax and top. Staff were friendly. It's a small dimly lit and casual restaurant, with tightly packed tables that you'll need to squeeze by to get into your seat. Great for date night, and I highly recommend a reservation as the restaurant is quite small. It's physically attached to Pepino, which is also worth checking out! (Especially their pizza). read more

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My friend recommended this spot, so I went here for brunch on a recent weekend. I made reservations online, and arrived on time and was seated immediately. This place is very cozy. We tried the following: - Flame Seared Albacore: Good. Nicely presented, and you could taste each and every ingredient on the plate. - Burrata for Two: Good. I liked the addition of the grape conserva to add sweetness, and he crispy sage to add some earthiness and texture - Featured Pasta: Good. This is what I really wanted to try, and it delivered. Nice sauce, but thought the pasta was slightly overcooked. Service was friendly, but otherwise pretty standard. Overall a good meal. I feel it's a comfortable spot where I feel old friends could just spend a couple hours on good, simple food and socializing. Prices were fairy reasonable too. I would come back if in the area. read more

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Small menu but everything is well crafted. I love every dish I have tried here and some left my mouth watering when thinking back of it. The place is cozy and you might need to squeeze a little but it creates a more intimate vibe. Highly recommend to have a date here. The place has a bus stop right in front, but if you are looking for parking, side street nearby has some 2hr street parking. read more

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We absolutely loved Caffe La Tana! Went there for a date night on a random Wednesday - the atmosphere is intimate but slightly laid back. Very cute decor. I would recommend making a reservation as it's a cozy space and seems quite popular. We shared several dishes and loved everything although I think instead add of sharing appies we would just share 2 pastas as we found those to be the best. read more

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Went here for dinner on the recommendation of my dinner companions. I had been here once before but forgot! Yesterday it was better than I remembered but I went at 5 PM. The service was most excellent. The place itself was very nice but it's too small and crowded for me. At least it wasn't as loud as it was the last time I went (we left at 7 and the place was packed!!! I guess that's to show the popularity). I could still hear the other people I was with but I guess I don't like that level of noise when I'm trying to have a meaningful conversation. But that's just me. No one else had a problem. The food was very good. The focaccia was delicious and they were generous with portions (not one piece per guest). The pasta was cooked just right. I recommend the radiatore and the meatballs!!! Two of us had the vongole - we always have that everywhere we go and I can't say it was the best I've had but it was tasty. Prices were reasonable as well. Oh yeah - The tiramisu was excellent!! read more

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This place really knows how to make comforting Italian dishes feel special. The black pasta with shrimp immediately stood out to me the moment it arrived. The noodles had a great bite, the sauce was rich and savory without being heavy, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly and full of flavor. I also tried the focaccia style dish topped with creamy cheese and herbs, which was indulgent in the best way. Crispy on the outside, soft and airy inside, with a generous amount of cheese that didn't overpower the bread. read more

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We tried a few dishes and everything was genuinely enjoyable from start to finish. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, coated in a rich and well balanced sauce that felt comforting without being too heavy. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients, especially with the generous amount of cheese and the subtle kick from the chili flakes. The fried dough dessert was a highlight. Light and crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and finished with powdered sugar and crushed pistachio. It was indulgent without being overly sweet, making it a great way to end the meal. Overall, the food felt thoughtfully prepared and satisfying, the kind of place you'd happily come back to when craving something comforting and well executed. read more

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A small, intimate, Italian cafe-style setting. It's part of the Banda Volpi restaurants - Savio Volpe, Elio Volpe, Pepinos (which is next door). This place is smaller than the others and feels more like a casual Italian cafe/wine bar in comparison. We shared a few different plates and drinks. They recommend 4 or 5 plates between two people, depending on how hungry you're feeling. We tried: - Burrata with House Foccacia ($26): It's garnished with some apple, pine and herbs. Good, but perhaps not so good for the price. - Beet & Citrus Salad ($24): It's a vibrant salad, lots of good flavours with some orange, feta, nuts, and beets. -Braised Beef Shin ($34): This was great. A decent hunk of delightfully tender beef shin. Comes with a celeriac purée, mushrooms, and some salsa. - Pappardelle (one of the specials): Can't recall too many specifics on this one. I think it would have been better to go with their radiatore pasta option, which is a fixed classic on their menu. - Pepino's Mini Tiramisu ($9): Tasty. Perhaps being overly picky, but the ratio was more in favour of the mascarpone. Could have done with a smidgen more sponge cake for my tastes. Drinks: - Italian Firing Squad: unexpectedly sweet but a good balance of flavours. Very quaffable. - Rivera 'Pungirosa' Rosé: would have been ideal for a sunny patio. Service is great - good knowledge of the food, things moved quickly, and they changed plates between courses. Overall, a fun place to visit. Would go back to try out more of their classic menu options or to try the fixed price menu they do Mon-Fri. read more

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Small plates. Good Italian wine and very friendly and efficient service. We arrived with no reservations hoping to get in. They said an hour or more for a wait but it was less than 20 minutes. Really great food, fresh and delicious. The stuffed pasta was so light and delicious with a great passata fresh sauce. They usually have one or two special pasta dishes. Just a very little neighborhood place and doesn't appear to be in a great neighborhood but I would go here every time in Vancouver. Just go there! read more

Caffe La Tana - Stuffed homemade pasta with ricotta, passata and basil - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

white wine was really good, my fav was linguine vongole was so light i love clams. Big Marg pizza was meh arracini was soo fire omg would recommend happy hour read more

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I've been to this café twice and I loved it both times. The pastas are absolutely favourable and perfectly balanced. I love their coffee and desserts too! The service is friendly and welcoming, and the space is a cozy, welcoming vibe. It's a fantastic spot for lunch if you're in the area. read more

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Had an intimate dinner with the girls here recently. They had a three-course menù fisso for $59, featuring a variety of foraged funghi. You can also add on wine pairings. We were offered three choices each for courses 1 and 2, and two choices for course 3. Since we had more than three people, we ended up sharing everything so we could try a bit of each. Of all the dishes, I loved the spinach sformato in course 1 as I don't usually see this on the menu. You gotta try the olive oil cake with mushroom chantilly and pears for dessert - sounds wild but it works! read more

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I made a reservation to celebrate my friends birthday. The staff were sooo amazing, we had to wait a bit for our table as people were still settling up, but they sat us at the bar while we waited. When our table was ready they had brought out complimentary prosecco and italian soda!! We ended up ordering the pasta of the day and absolutely loved both, but my fave was the ricotta and spinach stuffed "boats". we were blown away! Drinks were also delicious. Before we could order dessert, they brought out a birthday cannoli for my friend with a candle. It was also delish!! We also ordered the cheesecake which was a 7/10 or so. all in all, the staff here were AMAZING. they were so friendly, accommodating and kind. This is such a gem of a spot! read more

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Second #DOVF24 #mydineoutstory @dineoutvanfest was at @caffelatana lunch set for $39.Highlight was definitely the Radiatore alla Vodka. Love the vodka sauce. I think it's the best I've tried in Vancouver. Both pasta dishes were generous in portion (including the massive meatballs). The appetiser and desserts were ok, nice but not mind blowing. The cannoli shell was very hard.... Things we got: 1. Chickpea and farro salad 2. Stracciatella alla Romana 3. Pepino's spaghetti and meatball 4. Radiatore alla vodka 5. Caramelised chocolate mousse 6. Cannoli read more

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What a treat! I cannot recommend this place enough and was spoiled when my friends took me here for my birthday! We celebrated with excellent cocktails, delicious food, and incredible service! We ordered a few appetizers, a few mains, and a lot of cocktails. We started with the Whipped Ricotta Crostino (San Pietro a Pettine Truffle Honey, Fresh Black Truffle, House Focaccia). The homemade focaccia melted in my mouth. This was delicious but in comparison to all the other foods, was my least favorite. Next we got the Arancini 'Spinaci alla Fiorentina' (Spinach, Pecorino Romano, Fior Di Latte, Black Pepper). These were bite size and packed a ton of flavor. I could have easily ordered another batch! Then we got the Green Salad (Summer Vegetables, Parmigiano 'Di Montagna', Almonds, House Dressing) because we are so healthy. This salad was light and if you know, that house dressing is excellent (so much so that they bottle it and sell it). The summer vegetables were mainly zucchini but farmers market quality so it melted in your mouth. My favorite dish was the Spicy Radiatori alla Vodka (Bianco di Napoli*, Calabrian Chili, Pecorino Romano). This pasta shape is unique, al dente, and absorbs that sauce so well. Ask for their chili oil to add a punch! 10/10 We ordered their Pasta Del Giorno which was a homemade tortellini with a delicious brown butter sage sauce. The flavors were so mellow and the tortellini's were stuffed! Note: you can also watch them make these bad boys which is awesome! The boys got a meatball which you must if you eat meet. Pro tip, order bread to sop up that sauce. We settled on their desserts, Pepino's Mini Tiramisu (Mascarpone Crema, Sponge Cake) and Caramelized Chocolate Mousse (Toasted Hazelnut, Sincero Olive Oil). I don't love dessert but it was devoured! The olive oil on the mouse was strange but the olive oil is top notch! See photos about all the goodness. read more

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Unreal pasta! Nice lighting and great vibes all around. Option to order off the pepinos menu which was perfect. Definitely recommend for a date night read more

Good neighborhood place. Always busy sometimes no host to seat you when you walk in. At least online reservations friendly. read more

Caffe La Tana - Tiramisu - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Next to Peppino's, had been wanting to try it, glad I did! Had dinner and breakfast there and it did not disappoint. Breakfast order was a plain sandwich. Glad we ordered starters as it needed a side. Service was excellent. Dinner time was buzzing with people dining and drinking, good atmosphere. Feels like a great neighborhood upscale pub. read more

Went here on a whim and was pleasantly impressed. Small menu but perfectly cooked food. I found each dish to be a unique take on familiar fare. The plates are meant to be shared and although a bit on the pricey side for Italian, it was well worth it. You won't be disappointed. Highly recommended. read more

Excellent service and pasta! Stopped by Pepinos on Monday night -- no room, but they directed us to La Tana next door. Such a lovely spot and we were lucky to snag a table. The pasta dishes were phenomenal. Spicy radiatori alla vodka was my favorite! The mushroom pasta feature was also great. read more

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Great food. Tuna fresh and tasty. Pasta of the day was a delicious beef short rib. Spicy radiatore also good. Wine list is good. Something for everyone. Tiramisu very creamy (I prefer more sponge) but still great. read more

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La Tana was one of our favorite restaurant for years, but we had the worst dining experience there today ever. I reserved a table for two for my husband's birthday lunch. We were sat promptly, ordered an americano, latte, glorious green salad, tagliolini, spaghetti & meatballs. Drinks and salad arrived, those were absolutely fine. People who ordered after us, they finished their pasta and ours haven't even came! The server completely forgot about us, I went in to ask her what took so long, she asked me for what. We waited and waited, she came out with our pasta. I asked her what took so long, and she said the kitchen missed our order. We began to eat, the tagliolini was delicious with mussels and garlic white wine sauce. Unfortunately the spaghetti in the spaghetti & meatballs was undercooked and chewy. We told the server the spaghetti was undercooked and not al dente. She made it sound like it was already cooked to al dente, and it was our preference to have it cooked longer and softer. She then asked us what do we want, if we want kitchen to cook the same dish again. Uh YES, we had this dish many times, and it was never like this, so heck ya, we want the kitchen to cook it for us again. So we waited again... finally everything came and tasted how they were supposed to be, but man, we were so friggin pissed! The server apologized, used the excuse of being one man down. But come on, pretty much all restaurants are understaffed these days, and it was not peak times when we went, the restaurant was not busy at all. We told the server how we are regular customers at Savio Volpe and La Tana, and it's always our favorite restaurant until today. It was absolutely horrible and unacceptable. She apologized again, compensated our whole meal plus gave us free dessert and a gift card. I'm not here to get freebies, I just want an enjoyable lunch with my hubby, especially is for his birthday. It left such a sour and bitter taste, even with the gift card, it would take us a long while to go back again. Time to explore and find our next new favorite Italian restaurant! read more

A casual Italian cafe / restaurant that also has a small selection of Italian sauces & dry goods for sale at the front. I love how the environment feels laid back with their vintage retro decor. Pasta del giorno - Mushroom and Guanciale Tortellini (5/5) - ~$20 Taste: The tortellini was just the right amount of creaminess - especially for someone who is lactose intolerant. I loved the hints of mushroom and guanciale throughout which gave the pasta the saltiness and flavour that it needed. Each bite had that extra bit of juiciness to it. Portion Size: Lunch size for 1 person Pasta del giorno - Kale Rigatoni with Lamb Ragu (5/5) - ~$20 Taste: The mixture of pine nuts, tender lamb, and clear sauce was the perfect balance for this pasta. I like that it didn't feel too heavy to eat and there was just enough sauce to coat the pasta. Portion Size: Lunch size for 1 person Iced oat milk latte (4/5) - ~$4 Taste: Standard oat milk latte with a rich coffee taste. Paired well with the food. [Value for Money] Overall I love that they serve different daily pastas to keep the menu new and fresh! I will definitely come back to eat more of their food, it is a fair price point for the exceptional quality! read more

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Caffe La Tana is one of my favourite lunch spots for pasta and sandwiches. Their daily featured pastas are always freshly made with very simple ingredients yet extremely tasty and satisfying. Service is always attentive. Our server was able to answer our questions and make proper recommendations based on our dietary restrictions. Ambiance was perfect, it is a small caffe but very cozy and has an old retro European vibe. By the way, at Caffe La Tana during dinner time you can order items from Pepino's menu, but at Pepino's you won't be able to order from La Tana's menu. So yup, I would recommend to book at La Tana during dinner time first if you have the option. read more

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Yum yum yum. The food and service were great. My friend heard this place was good, and being a part of Pepinos, it was. It is surprisingly small, although super quaint. Everything we had was phenomenal. We ordered the endive salad, alla vodka pasta, pesto burrata, and cheesecake. No complaints about anything. It tasted great. The service was very good from a waitress who knew the menu well. The host was very nice ad well. Tip: try not to be early. There is not much room to wait. Make reservations! Enjoy! read more

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Your favorite Italian duo just became a trio Caffe La Tana is the newest sister restaurant of local favorites Savio Volpe and Pepino's A cross between a market and restaurant, La Tana is your one-stop shop to a delicious Italian feast whether you're dining in or DIY at home This lowlit space features a menu of tasty small plates, pastas to share, and an all-Italian wine list of much-loved and lesser-known varieties The space embodies an intimate atmosphere, perfect for small group get-togethers and date nights · Dungeness Crab Girasole · Argentinian Prawns · Green Goddess Salad · Peaches & Cream · Wine: Cesconi Nosiola Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT The pasta feature of the night was a beautiful sunflower-shaped dungeness crab girasole in a scallion butter sauce, topped with jalapeños and mint This light and chewy dish was nothing but perfection with each bite from the flavorful scallion butter sauce to the refreshing notes of mint The crab was super meaty and kept very tender as well Given the opportunity, I highly recommend this delicate dish during your visit Some honorable mentions that weren't pictured are the zucchini & cucumber salad and the crispy arancini read more

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Delicious food, fantastic, friendly service, cool ambiance, my only complaint is that I don't live here so can't frequent the place. Got the arancini bolognese, radiatori alla vodka, braised beef shin, and the tiramisu. Service was fantastic, called last minute and they squeezed us in at the bar, our server upon learning we were visiting gave us a list of bars she recommended and even asked a few others at the bar for their input as well. Fearing I set the standard too high with my first meal in Vancouver. Grazie! read more

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Dined here solo at the bar, where the servers made me feel totally welcome. Arancini as a starter followed by branzino with fregola and shaved fennel made an excellent dinner. Nicely located a block or so from the more congested part of Commercial Avenue. Inside, a very pleasant, intimate atmosphere. read more

Caffe La Tana - Branzino en papillote avec fregola, shaved fennel, and olives. - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I only know of this place because it's the sister restaurant to Savio Volpe. I got an email saying they were doing groceries during covid-19 times and I thought it was a great way to support local (even though they're not very close to me) I saw some local detergents and dish soaps on the menu and thought it was like double dipping (support-wise, of course) Made the order online, got a confirmation email when it was ready to pick up. Drove out, walked in, was greeted with a smile and now have some local products in my laundry room! I appreciate local companies coming together and supporting each other especially during these unprecedented times. It's great to have that sense of community and know that we're all in this together! read more

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It's nice little restaurant with a very exciting appetiser menue! The decoration is nice it's just a bit tiny

First time at this location! Was seated promptly, service was quick and the servers were knowledgeable and kind. My friend and I shared the burrata and prosciutto-- it was so delicious we couldn't stop eating (10/10). The triangoli was their lunch special, portions were a bit small but the lemon butter sauce was rich and heavy (7/10) I also love how you can purchase your own italian goods within the restaurant and order pasta that is handmade in house. read more

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We had an amazing time dining here at Caffe La Tana. The food was amazing and the service was great. We definitely will be back again. read more

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Great food. Cheek by jowl so dont go if you dont want to be overheard! Very pleasant staff. read more

Café La Tana delivered on all fronts--delicious food and excellent service. My partner and I found ourselves dealing with a bit of post-pasta gas, but thanks to the top-notch ventilation, the air stayed fresh. A great dining experience all around, and we'll definitely be back! read more

Everything about this place is amazing. It's a local gem I stumbled across. Casual, chic. They made me feel like a friend they hadn't seen in ages. And the food: amazing. Wish I was hungrier. Sooo worth a visit. read more

Easily one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Vancouver. Everything here is simply and yet perfect. They don't try to overdo anything, but everything packs a pinch of flavor. It makes you appreciate the flavors of the ingredients, while coming together in a delicious way! Love this place and highly recommended read more

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Everything about this place is perfect. I Stopped in for a light bite - kale salad and a side of a meatball. It was the best food I had in Vancouver and possibly the best meatball I have ever had (and I used to live in Italy). The ambiance is chic and hip but laid back. The wait staff is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. I wish I had more time in the city to go back! read more

4.5 A little cute Italian cafe (owned by the popular Osteria Savio volpe) past the super busy area of commercial (past venables) and right next door to pepinos. It's beautifully decorated. When you step inside you're immediately immersed in a cozy little Italian grocery store/bakery/cafe. It felt a little intimidating not being able to read the menu as everything is in Italian; however the employees were patient and friendly (so they were able to translate/explain what is on their menu). Ordered an iced latte, kale salad (the same, amazing kale salad normally served at Savios) and the tuna panini. Drink was great, kale salad was amazing and the tuna panini was pretty good. There were capers and Italian cheese that I don't know the name of but was yummy. The focaccia is made in house so it was nice and soft. I think I was expecting a non Italian version of a panini which normally is toasted so I felt like I was missing something, which is why I happily ordered the kale salad, which is an amazing dish. This place opened up in October of 2018 and on weekends they close the cafe a little early for them to serve wine and a rotating menu that is a mixture of their other restaurants. It's pretty neat watching someone make fresh pasta in front of your eyes. So while you're here you can pick up some fresh pasta, Italian canned goods, baked goods (some are made in house/finished in house), their bread is from fyfe (great choice). Service is friendly and Non intrusive. I would come back here for a coffee and a light snack. Street parking is available and apparently they have their own parking lot for customers (shared with pepino). read more

Like i walked into italy :)! Super nice staff, all of them are very friendly. We ordered the 4 for $29 aperitivo menu, the garlic knots and aracini were my favourite I would definitely recommend them. The tiramisu was also super good, maybe a little expensive but worth it in my opinion :)! I regretted ordering the mini size instead of the larger one. Overall I think this is a super nice spot and I will definitely come back next time i'm in the area ! read more

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