I have tried their pasta for takeout before so I was excited to dine in…read more The tables were arranged outside When asked about the pasta dishes, unfortunately one staff said they serve some pasta dishes, and our server said they only offer pizza at the moment since is summer But the table behind us, a family of 6 were able to order several pasta dishes So it's quite annoyingly and confusing for us. Our pizza tasted plain (Diavola and Funghi, $18 each) The funghi was just topped with white mushrooms It's tough to return since their staff were inconsistent with their menu offers Two stars for attentive service in filling up the waters and check in on us and how quickly the pizza came. They are open Mon -Wed

The people running this place are so nice. We came here and sat outside on the patio as we had our…read moredog with us and they brought him a bowl of water. Their homemade pasta was delicious and the sauce was super flavourful. They even give you a bowl of freshly grated Parmesan to sprinkle on top of your pasta. The burrata appetizer that we got went so well with the garlicky bread it came with. They also give you a basket of that bread fried up on the side. So good.

We were very lucky to get a table unreserved on a Saturday evening - place was busy but no waiting…read morefor 3 of us. Great atmosphere which was helped by baffles deadening what would have been really noisy. Servers attentive - not just those assigned tables, but also it seemed managerial staff. They had no problems taking dirty dishes away. We chose pasta items we'd not tied/seen before. The ravioli was very tasty but didn't look great on the plate. Maybe a bit more pop of color with garnishes? The Trangoli (sic) was extra creamy and not enough chicken taste. Lemon flavor came through just right.

Out group of 15 is being denied the regular pasta Tuesday menu due to our group size and have been…read moretold by the manager Gabriel that we must have a set menu from regular priced with a minimum spend and min 18% gratuity. We have been been customers of Trattoria for 10+ yrs and are extremely disappointed with how the quality of customer service at Italian trattoria has gone down with the new management. Our grouo & my family will be going elsewhere for our future events.

Very small shop with limited seating. We tried the rigatoni (with meat sauce) and pappardelle (with…read moretruffle cream sauce.) The canned sparkling lemonade was also quite good. The portion size is decent and I left feeling full but not stuffed. The noodle texture also has a nice bite to it. For me I prefer creamy sauces so the pappardelle was my favorite!

Amazing Italian food in an unassuming hole in the wall…read more Came here for a quick dinner and we had the lasagna as well as a calabrese pizza. The lasagna was incredible - honestly I think the best lasagna I've ever had. And the pizza dough was so light and airy it took me by surprise. I wonder how they achieved this texture. Flavours were also on point. Service was friendly (walk up to the counter to order), and it's a casual hole in the wall with limited seating. It looks like they do a lot of takeaway and don't have alcoholic beverages at this location. Excited to come back to try more items on the menu, and also to try their larger location on Commercial!

it took a few attempts to finally nail down a lunch date with the ladies, but with a lot of…read morepersistence and determination, we made it happen: a party of four with a 1:00 pm reso on a tuesday. claudio's came recommended by a friend, run by the sons of the family behind la roca on commercial drive, many moons ago, and also the team behind pasta amore. the restaurant is named after their dad, claudio, which automatically sets expectations a notch higher. finding the place itself was easy enough on google maps. the parkade, however, was another story. finding my car after lunch turned into a misadventure that no one asked for. inside, claudio's is bright, open, and airy, with soaring ceilings and generous natural light. warm wood tables, a cozy booth with deep leather seats invite lingering, and vintage style photos line dark walls, adding nostalgia. greenery spills down from a ledge near the ceiling, softening the exposed pipes and ductwork above, like a leafy curtain politely disguising the ventilation system. the open kitchen, anchored by a wood fired pizza oven, is a strong visual cue that pizza is serious business here. our arrival, unfortunately, was...odd. one friend became convinced the front door was locked. diners were clearly inside, but she swore a staff member made eye contact and didn't move to help. we circled the building like confused cats looking for a secret entrance before returning to the front door. still nothing. i finally called the restaurant and was told, cheerfully, that the door was open. eventually, another customer attempted entry, gave the door a heroic yank, and voila, it opened. shoutout to that stranger. less so to the brunette staff member whose vibe leaned towards standoffish. once seated, spirits lifted quickly. we were celebrating a birthday and decided to share, which felt right given the generous portions. the table filled up nicely: calamari fritti, a verde salad, and a capricciosa pizza topped with tomato, fior di latte, prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, olives, and artichokes. the spread looked inviting, exactly the kind of lunch you want to linger over. the calamari arrived first and was a highlight, absolutely stole the show. lightly breaded, crisp without being greasy, with a mix of rings and jalapenos and a side of pale, creamy aioli, it was the dish everyone kept reaching back for. if there's one must order at the table, this is it. the verde salad, dressed in a pinkish vinaigrette and sprinkled with toasted hazelnuts and shaved cheese, leaned a bit heavy handed on the dressing and felt slightly wilted, though the flavours were there. the pizza arrived last, rustic, with a blistered, wood fired crust and toppings scattered generously. the crust was thin and pleasantly chewy, not oily, though a touch soggy in the centre. still, it held its own and disappeared quickly. we shared an affogato with gelato, espresso, with crumble and a generous portion of tiramisu with a dusting of cocoa powder spelling out happy birthday was a thoughtful finishing touch. both hit the sweet spot without tipping into overly rich territory. all in all, it was a lovely afternoon, good food, plenty of laughter, and the easy comfort of catching up with old friends. claudio's has a lot going for it: a beautiful space, standout calamari, and solid pizza. the parking maze and the great door mystery were 'character building', to say the least. i'd definitely come back, though next time, i might bring a crowbar.

Claudio's ls located at 103-4402 Skyline Drive,Burnaby,BC…read more This was our first time visiting Claudio's, and it was a very pleasant experience. The restaurant looks clean, comfortable, which made me feel relaxed as soon as I walked in. The food was very good and easy to enjoy, even we are not familiar with Italian food. The dishes were well presented and looked fresh. The pasta was cooked nicely, not too soft, and the sauce had a rich and comforting taste. The flavors were balanced and not too heavy, which made the meal enjoyable from start to finish. The service was friendly and attentive. The staff were polite, patient, and helpful when explaining the menu. They made sure everything was okay and did not rush us, which made the dining experience even better. Overall, Claudio's is a great place for a casual meal or a nice dinner with friends or family. It is a good choice if you want to try Italian food in a comfortable and welcoming environment. I would be happy to come back again.

Tucked away in a cozy little spot, Artusi instantly charmed us with its warm, intimate ambience --…read moreperfect for a slow, comforting evening. The vibe is inviting without trying too hard, with just the right balance of casual and classy. We tried the Rigatoni Panna E Prosciutto and the Tagliatelle Papalina -- both were absolutely fantastic. The rigatoni was rich and creamy without being heavy, and the prosciutto added just the right amount of savory depth. The tagliatelle had a silky texture and the sauce was beautifully balanced -- subtle, but packed with flavor. You can tell the pasta is fresh and made with care. Service was attentive and friendly throughout, never rushed, and the staff seemed genuinely happy to be there. The only thing I'd note is that the portion sizes were on the smaller side. That said, the quality and taste more than made up for it. Every bite was worth savoring. Highly recommend for date night or a cozy dinner with close friends. I'll definitely be back to try more from their menu.

We stumbled into the cozy new Italian place on a pretty dark rainy Vancouver night…read more The small intimate dining room was light with soft lights and candles . Service was attentive and friendly. I had the Gnocchi my usual go to Italian pasta and it was delicious . So fresh and filling . One of the best I've had in a long time . The wine I ordered was out for the night but the wait staff's recommendation was spot on . All around a great small local business we will be happy to pop into again

We had a very good experience here. Owners are just starting out and very friendly, service was…read morevery good. This was the best pizza we have had. Good crust and fresh toppings. Price was very resonable. Stop by and help this new business.

From the owner: Welcome to Geppetto's Pizza, Burnaby's premier destination for authentic Italian pizza. At…read moreGeppetto's, we pride ourselves on bringing the true flavors of Italy to your table. Our pizzas are handcrafted with the freshest, high-quality ingredients and baked to perfection in a traditional wood-fired oven. Founded by Bakhshish Singh, a passionate pizza artisan, Geppetto's is more than just a pizza shop; it's a place where culinary tradition meets a friendly, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving a classic Margherita or something uniquely special, our menu caters to all tastes. Join us for a slice of Italy right here in Vancouver, where every visit is a delightful experience filled with warmth, delicious flavors, and community spirit.

We (my wife , 2 friends & myself) went for lunch yesterday to Piva Italian Restaurant located in…read moreNew Westminster. We had made a reservation & were shown to our booth . The place was elegant , packed & yet the ambience was soothing & pleasant due to the quietness of the place & low voices of the customers. Our friends had the Wild Boar Pasta, Steak Salad , whilst my wife had the Veg Pasta & I had the Veg Burger. A platter of Focasia bread too was offered with Balsamic Olive oil. All the dishes were excellent in taste & well prepared. I felt the portions of the Pasta's could have been a " shade larger" in quantity. Only Tomato Ketchup was offered with the Burger & I had to ask for Tabasco sauce to spice up the food. There were no Salt or Pepper cellars at the table & on request Salt was provided in a porcelin dish along with the Tabasco Sauce. (I felt a spicer sauce like Matouks etc would have enhanced the taste further . A Desert platter was offered & this was excellent in taste. The service was very good . Prices were on the higher side . The salient feature of the restaurant was the extensive separate Vegetarian Menu which had Starters, Pasta's, Pizza's , Burgers etc. The kitchen was visible through the Glass walls & one could observe the cleanliness & efficiency of the Restaurant. Overall experience was very good & we will return again in the near future. A word of appreciation to the Management for the fine ambience & dining experience.

We went out for dinner at Piva last night. We had gone there once before and my husband was…read morefeeling like good Italian food and he remember Piva from a previous evening out, so we went to Piva. It was such a nice experience the last time that we decided to go again. What a disappointment. We shared the same pasta we had the last time and it was still really good Zio Italiano. For entrees my husband had the pizza special of the day and it was disappointing. We did not care for the taste and the crust was soggy. My husband had roast duck the last time we were there, and it was so good that I decided on it for my entree. Our waitress said that it was served medium rare. Duck breast generally is served medium rare so I didn't have an issue with this. When it came to the table it wasn't just rare it was raw. I couldn't cut it with my knife and I sent it back to the kitchen. I had a caprese salad - very expensive at $19.00. It was good but I've had much better. A man, who I believe was probably the manager came to the table to check on us and apologized for the duck. We shared a creme brulee for dessert. With a bottle of one of the reasonably priced wines at $60.00 our meal with tip was almost $200.00. Definitely not worth the money. It was so different from our last experience. It's unlikely that we would return. I gave it 5* last time. What a difference. It was so much better last time and although the pricing is the same we felt that received value for the money last time.

Everything was really good! We were stuffed and satisfied. It was a perfect night to end our…read morewedding anniversary.

I'd never heard of this place. Someone else in the family suggested this restaurant. It's tucked…read moreaway on a street that almost seems like an alley and yet it's not quite an alley. It is actually still a street. We came here to celebrate a birthday in the family. There were a variety of dishes ordered for the table: Seasonal Green salad, House Bread, Cauliflower Carbonara and Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio. I loved the dips for the house bread. Especially the chili oil. That was quite a sensation for the taste buds, and in a very pleasant way. For my main course I ordered the Casarecce al Pesto di Pistacchi with Arugula. It was on a specials sheet for Wednesdays. We were here on a Wednesday and they have Mangia Wednesdays specials. This dish was actually on the regual menu as well except that it went by a different name on the regular menu, and also had the addition of broccolini on it in the regular menu. I enjoyed my dish but it didn't have broccolini in it and I'd have enjoyed it more with broccolini. We ordered some Tiramisu and Affogato for dessert. Tiramisu wasn't bad but we agreed that the Affogato was the better of the two. Overall, everyone was very happy with their food and we thought it was a very good recommendation.

La Forchetta is a lovely family-run joint in north Burnaby using quality ingredients and providing…read moreexcellent and personable service. My family and I went for lunch on a Saturday, and I was surprised to see that we were the only table when we walked in. We were greeted warmly, and upon recommendation, we ordered the freshly squeezed orange juice. It was absolutely delicious, like sunshine in a cup. Bolstered, we proceeded to order the rest of our meal. For appies, we had meatballs, caprese salad, and garlic bread. The meatballs were dense yet tender, and the tomato sauce they were sitting in was perfectly balanced. The caprese was solid, nothing mind-blowing but it was fresh and tasty! For mains, we had the prawn risotto and scallop pasta. We spent the whole meal debating which one we liked more, because they were both top notch. The prawns in the risotto were not a touch over or underdone, and the pasta was savory and fragrant. I like the savoriness the almonds gave it. Even though we were stuffed, we couldn't resist ordering dessert. The passion fruit panna cotta and the lemon sorbet were the perfect way the cap off the meal. My grandma, notoriously shy with speaking English, even called the server over to tell her how much she liked it. The bill was hefty- $180 including tax and tip for the 3 of us. But I walked away feeling satisfied that my grandma had the best meal she's had in years, and that to me is priceless.

We came here to try their housemade pastas. The Scallop Linguini was delicious, with a generous…read moreserving of scallops. Sauce was very unique, creamy with a hint of pesto. The Crab Linguini had bits of crab meat (minced?) mixed into the rosé sauce. To be honest, there didn't seem to be much crab in this dish. The pastas are all made in-house & cooked al dente. They're definitely of a higher quality than most other pasta places, which somewhat justifies their $30+ price point for the pasta dishes. We also ordered some drinks & I enjoyed the seasonal cocktail. Service was warm & friendly; the ambience was calm & relaxing. Overall, we had a lovely evening here.