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    Pepino's

    4.1 (186 reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Salad, Pizza
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Nathaniel P.

    No much to say about this place, the food is fantastic! The restaurant has that old timey feel and is very intimate. The service has always been exceptional! Don't try to eat here last minute, plan ahead with a reservation!

    Lindsay S.

    Our new Italian go to spot! While it is very difficult to get into and requires much advanced planning to get a reservation, this place worth the wait! It's a warm cozy restaurant, with a simple but fantastic menu and great staff. We have been a few times and our favorite dishes are penne with vodka sauce, chicken piccata and the meatballs! Somehow the meatballs are velvety smooth and still the best I've ever had. The tiramisu is also fantastic with ending note. We hope to be back again soon but this time with more so we can finally try the family menu!

    Pepino's Spaghetti House on Commercial Drive

    Tonight I checked off a bucket list item by finally making it to Pepino's, and it was well worth the wait. I grew up in Vancouver but never had the chance to visit this restaurant's predecessor, Nick's Spaghetti House. Finally I booked a table and sat down with their famous spaghetti and meatballs (preceded by a glass of Chardonnay grappa which was excellent). There is no way that you can eat a plate-full like this in one sitting. It comes with two massive meatballs, and when it was brought to me, the guys at the other table said it reminded them of Sydney Sweeney. The pasta was firm in a delicious sugo. The room is laid out like a traditional Italian - Canadian trattoria with paintings on the walls showing scenes from the home country. This is a very pleasant place to bring a date, friends or a family. The service was excellent and attentive. They told me that on Wednesdays, the special is orecchiette with rapini and sausage, a very traditional dish from Puglia, so I'm sure to go back.

    Appetizer - Burrata & Focaccia, Aged Balsamic, Volpi Olive Oil, Fresh Basil
    Anne C.

    I came to this restaurant yesterday with my husband, kids and their partners. I was warmly greeted by the staff who knew that I was celebrating my birthday and the host gave me a birthday hi-5! Our waiter was fantastic and attentive. We chose not to do the set family style at $61/person, but we ordered a few dishes and shared like family style so that we could taste a bit of everything. We thought we had ordered too much food and our waiter was very thoughtful to tell us which items he would take out if he had to. This really impressed us because other restaurants would push you to order more food. We ended up ordering everything we wanted and it was the perfect amount. The quaint atmosphere was simple with only a few tables. This made the staff very attentive to refilling our waters (still and sparkling) as well as wiped our table before putting down new plates. It wasn't loud, but it wasn't quiet either. It was perfect to have a good conversation but not hear the table next to you. I am looking forward to coming back here again and trying more dishes. Everything was fantastic

    Melody M.

    What an amazing place! Came here with friends for a celebration and we had the "eat like a family" which was $61 per person. There were four of us and we were not disappointed! The chef started with two appetizers of burrata and focaccia with balsamic vinegar followed by house avocado salad, feta, and beets. Next was the pasta which consisted of rigatoni alla vodka and linguinie alla bolognese. There were four yummy bountiful plates ! Then came the pork chop alla pizzalola and the cherry coke baby back ribs which were absolutely mouthwatering. The main platters also came with sides of sauteed wild mushrooms and roasted broccolini. At last were the dessert to share fo ricotta cheesecake and tiramisu. We ate a lot and there were still leftovers to pack up. They were not skimmpy with the servings. The place was old fashioned but super cozy and packed with groups and lively conversation. Street parking is free. The servers were super friendly and courteous. I can see why this place is busy!

    Leanne M.

    I don't get the hype!? My friend and I had finally snagged a reservation for dins and were so looking forward to this spot. Everyone and their dog raves about this place. Unfortunately it did not live up to the hype. It's giving old cozy italian spot but there are no windows so it feels cramped and is loud. At first, we got seated next to the bathroom (not nice), so thankfully they moved us to the centre area, which we were then sandwiched between two families. This isn't the restaurants fault but the 2 kids beside us were visibly sick and coughing (essentially on our table). Our server was okay, and progressively got worse. We had a few questions and she was very condescending - not okay. As for the food, we got the garlic cheese bread (the best thing we had). I'd give it a 12/10!! We then ordered pasta and it was so mediocre. We thought about getting the pizza, but $38 a pop is criminal! Lastly, we ordered the Tiramisu - my italian friend was disgusted. It was salty, wet and like a custard texture. I really don't understand why everyone raves about this place. There are many other italian spots that are worth the hype.

    Febjourney S.

    A few days ago, I went to this place and had a really lovely dinner. The food immediately stood out for its comforting, well executed Italian flavors. I ordered the gnocchi in a creamy sauce, and it was rich without being heavy. The gnocchi were soft and pillowy, with a sauce that felt indulgent but still balanced. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, from the seasoning to the texture of the pasta. The portions were generous, and the presentation was simple yet inviting, exactly what you hope for in a good Italian spot. The overall experience felt cozy and satisfying

    Amazing service and yummy food! Felt right at home enjoying this meal, and the vibes of the restaurant were so cozy and comforting!

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    Anisa W.

    Love the vibes of their decor and ambiance with the dark wood. I loved the Vodka Rigatoni it's super creamy but the best was Linguine alla Vongole. It was garlicky without being too strong and it's not as heavy as a cream pasta. They also have a generous amount of clams. Personally not a big fan of the meatballs & spaghetti it doesn't mix well with the spaghetti. Also love their tiramisu, it's massive and strong coffee flavor. You can also take it to go, they'll give you a tub. The place is popular and definitely fills up quick, would recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Tip: If they're full already you can get a table next door at La Tana and order from Pepino's menu!

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    Shahram M.

    Great outing with friends. Haven't been to Pepinos since 2020. Menu has changed a bit but the ambiance, the taste and quality of the food, and the service hasn't changed since my last 5 star review. Tonight we tried the Caesar salad (5/5), the rigatoni ala vodka (5/5), the chicken 4/5 and the broccolini side dish. Everything was amazing and I can't imagine anything on their menu not living up to the expectations. Highly recommended.

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    Audrey T.

    Consistently delicious! Love the cozy restaurant vibes and amazing pasta. Rigatoni was consistent (love the sauce) and the truffle pasta was cooked perfectly.

    Steven L.

    Wanted to try their pizza, and would say that they are really great offerings and tasty -- but personally, I really believe their pastas are hard to beat in this city and would go that route instead. Do try the pizza if it piques your interest!

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    Ge L.

    Easily one of the best Italian restaurants in the city if you're looking for a comforting meal. Service is top notch and the space is very cozy, honestly feels like a home. The family style meal is an incredible deal. $61 and you practically get to try everything on the menu. The portions are gigantic and the food is good every single time. Would come back over and over.

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    The food is heavenly,decor romantic,service attentive.Prices are reasonable for the level of enjoyment for all of the above.

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    It was ok. Nothing special for Italian food. Service was slow. Food came at the usual pace.

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