What a fantastic experience! We happened to visit on the very first night Trattoria by Italian Kitchen launched its new menu, and if this is what the future looks like, they're off to an incredible start. Everything we ordered was outstanding. We had the meatballs, Caprese salad, mushroom bruschetta, and the Bolognese pasta, and every single dish was full of flavor. It's rare to leave a restaurant already planning your next visit, but the meal was so good that we're coming back again tomorrow. Our server, Angela, was wonderful. She was friendly, welcoming, attentive, and had such a positive disposition throughout the evening. She checked on us regularly and even tracked down a Coke Zero for us, which was greatly appreciated. I also want to recognize one of the managers (Asian male). While making his rounds through the dining room, he noticed that we hadn't been given plates after our food was delivered. Before we even had to ask, he quickly brought them over and handled the situation smoothly and professionally. It's those little moments of attention to detail that make a difference. The atmosphere was lively and enjoyable. The restaurant was busy, FIFA was on the TVs, music was playing, and it created a fun, energetic dining experience. I can't compare it to the previous menu because this was our first visit, but if this is the new direction, congratulations to the entire team. You absolutely nailed it. 5 out of 5 stars. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Came back for pasta Tuesday and it was delicious! $18 for pasta is a great deal. I got the spaghetti with meatballs and it was a great portion with 3 meatballs and tasty pasta. Love the sauce. We also tried each dessert and I was most impressed by the budino and lemon desserts! Great service by Angela! read more

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Out group of 15 is being denied the regular pasta Tuesday menu due to our group size and have been told 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. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

We were very lucky to get a table unreserved on a Saturday evening - place was busy but no waiting for 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. read more

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We had a great night celebrating our anniversary. Axel, our server, was exceptional. Very attentive and friendly. In fact, all the staff we encountered were great. The ambiance, in the enclosed patio, was perfect. The food absolutely delicious. We will return soon! read more

Hands down the best service here. 5 stars for that. Food is about 4 stars, based on the pasta I tried. We came here on pasta Tuesdays where all pasta is $17. A deal as the regular price is $25-29. Plus on pasta Tuesday, there are a few more pasta dishes not on the regular menu. Same with pizza Wednesday where you get more pizza selections and pizzas go for $16 each. Reservation is highly recommended. We booked a table for 6 at 6 pm. The main floor was already busy and we were given a table on the upper level. It was 70% full then and reached 100% by 7 pm. So I found out this is the only Trattoria outlet left now. Maybe that explained the crowd? The place is huge with several private rooms or area where you can book for events or party. Under the Glowbal group, you can be assured the food standard is there. It is not really fine dining, more of a casual mid scale place. The service is that of an upscale place which really caught me by surprise. I've dined in many high end local and overseas fine dining places, and the service here was on par with that. Our server was personable and beyond friendly. From the beginning to the end, he was not intrusive and pushy. He was quick to top up our water glass without being asked. He placed the napkin on our laps. Introduced the menu and specials. Let us stay to chat a bit after we finished our mains. We felt really welcomed there, like family. I think it stemmed from the manager. He was also on the floor, watching and talking to us and other customers, checking on our food. This is one place I'm glad to tip more without feeling like I'm forced to. And there was no mandatory % tip for our group of 6 which was nice. Food wise, we ordered pasta. The portion was good. Not a lot like Anton's but it was sufficient. The pasta was fresh and al dente, with many different types. You can get gluten free version for $2 more. I like seafood so I had the Nodi Marini Fra Diavolo. I was surprised to see it in a tomato based sauce as it mentioned aglio e olio which was my preferred style for pasta. There were 5 prawns with many baby scallops and olives. It was good but not wow. My partner had the Rigatoni vodka all'Amatriciana. That had pancetta, pecorino and burrata in it. I tried it and liked it way more. The flavor was more infused and complex and tastier. My friends had other pastas like the signature truffle spaghetti and meatballs (very filling), bolognese and tagliatelle ghiottone (minced chicken in cream and brandy sauce). They all loved their food. I liked how you get freshly grated cheese on your pasta. I can see why this place is popular. I'll definitely like to come back again to try other dishes and the desserts. Parking is a pain here. Its paid parking and kingsway is always busy. read more

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Came here on a Saturday evening to celebrate my friend's birthday. We didn't have reservations unfortunately so we put our name and number down and got a table in just under an hour. I'd recommend getting reservations though. Ambiance is nice. Upscale and homey feel. My group ordered 3 orders of the pasta tower for 2 lol. So we had nine pastas to try. Each of them tasted great. Super flavorful. I forget which one was my favorite since they all tasted so good. Service was exceptional - our server was very friendly and food came out at a decent pace. Water refills were quick and the server even offered to take a group picture for us. Would definitely return if I'm ever back in the area. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

After seeing posts about Trattoria's $17 Pasta Tuesday, I finally tried this place out with some friends. I enjoyed the ambiance of the place and the service was very prompt with frequent refilling of water etc. I would've appreciated if the add on charge for sparkling water was mentioned, and unfortunately my carbonara was not as flavourful as I'd imagined. I did enjoy trying a new pasta shape though, just in terms of pasta itself, I wasn't blown away! read more

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Service was good. Food was excellent and the restaurant was full so that always is a positive sign. We had the mushroom pizza, calamari, breaded mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and the breaded Mac and cheese with Burrowing Owl Pinot Gris. The wine was 50% a bottle the night we went. read more

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Came here to celebrate 2 graduates. We had 2 toddlers with us and we were set on a perfect long table in a corner where we were able to park a stroller. Wall near us had hooks for our coats and purses and all the baby bags were in place. Michael, one of the owners came by several times to greet us, suggest food and see how we were doing. I had a short conversation with him and learned that they spent a huge amount on renovation. I could see it. Some walls had beveled white tiles that certainly looked liked an Italian kitchen. What we ordered was a chef's suggestion that isn't on the menu yet. It's a surf and turf board with steak, shrimp, risotto, and a bowl of pasta your choice amongst potatoes carrots and Brussels sprouts. All these for $130. We also ordered a Pasta Tower for Two and a Prosciutto pizza. We had a pleasant evening. Will be back for sure. read more

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Was in the mood for some thin-crust pizzas and we decided to go try out Trattoria in Burnaby since we were in the area. Haven't been to this location but I was pretty disappointed when I went to the Kits location a couple years back. Always worth giving a restaurant another chance, and so here we are! We went around 8pm and the restaurant was quite busy. Luckily, there was only 2 of us and so the waiter said it would be a 5 minute wait. Unfortunately, they forgot about us and we ended up waiting like 20-25 minutes for a table... Anyways, we ordered a beef carpaccio, spaghetti, and pizza to share. Everything was pretty decent but nothing blew me away. If you're looking for a nicer restaurant for a special event, this could be the one since I saw many people celebrating birthdays and stuff! Would say that I enjoyed trying it once but not sure if I would go back again. read more

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Wow i am absolutely blown away by the really impressive renovations and overall experience of dining at Trattoria. I've been coming here for years typically on Tuesdays to enjoy the pasta tuesday specials and the last time i had been here prior to today as im writing this review was way before they had a heated patio and i can honestly say they have really elevated and come a long way! A lot has changed even on their menu, i'm so happy i got to try this cocktail in which was created by the manager it's his own recipe he put together and will be a featured drink and printed in the menu soon for the feature of the month. The pasta i got to try was Tagliatelle Ghiottone and since it landed also during happy hour it happened to be cheaper than the actual pasta tuesday pricing. It honestly was super delicious, the chicken wasn't dry, the noodles were cooked to perfection, not soggy not hard just al dente and absolute perfection! I did add some fresh grated parmasen and black pepper and it was a nice touch. The Shrimp calamari combo was really nice, even the peppers that is part of it isn't spicy everything has a nice crunch, the batter is a good texture. Service was exceptional, restaurant is super clean as i always remembered, the ambiance is nice, good music playing and not super loud so customers can easily still have conversation with loved ones or the staff no problem at all. I am definitely coming back again and you should definitely give it a try! read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Shrimp & Calamari Fritto Misto - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

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Trattoria in Burnaby is an amazing Italian restaurant with quite a spacious ambience of seating. It has probably two floors inside and then a unique style patio seating outside. It's a perfect date night spot and has vibes like that. I have heard of its tiramisu a lot so finally decided to give a visit. It was absolutely amazing a very fresh tiramisu and the chef assembles it on the spot - ladyfingers as base the mascarpone a lot of whisk and then wine drizzled and finally Belgian chocolate. It's a fresh melting experience. Also took tortellini pasta which was okay nothing special and the potato pizza which was also okay. Service is good. There's proper burners available in patio and keeps warm in winters outside. But yes this place is worth visiting for ambience and tiramisu. read more

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Trattoria by Italian Kitchen is a great spot to stop by to have a lunch date at and socialize with your friends over a plate of pasta. The service was great and the hostess, waitress and waiters catered to all our needs and even took off a drink we didn't like off our bill. Food wise, the caesar salad was a tad bit way TOO salty. Aside from that, the 3 entrées and 2 other apps we got were very much enjoyable and the rigatoni was exquisite and the portions were very much satisfying. The ambiance was very nice and the music and decor made the entire experience very pleasant. The bathrooms were also very nicely well-kept and easy to locate. A few notes on the menu, as we didn't see any dessert listed, we automatically assumed there wasn't any to offer. As it was my birthday we celebrated, we did receive a complimentary dessert although if it were simply a lunch, having a dessert menu would have been easier for us to have a sweet treat at the end of the meal. The overall experience was an 8/10 and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone in the Metrotown area looking for a nice relaxed bite of italian cuisine. read more

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The restaurant was decorated really nice. Our order came to our table really fast. The food tased fantastic. We thought we received good value for the entrees we ordered. We came on Tuesday so the pasta dishes were all priced at $17. We decided to order dessert this time around. The taste was nice and rich, but the size of the dessert was really small for the $12 price. I would not order dessert again because the portion size and value is just not there.I will be happy to return to try another entree as they all looked very nice. read more

Went during lunch time and the place was very busy. We were seated upstairs at a long table for a large group. Ordered the pomodoro and added a side a chicken, it was not very flavourful and bland. We also orders the famous table side tiramisu which did not taste as good as their old already made tiramisu. It was entertaining to watch though. Service was good but good but the food took awhile to come out i guess we had a larger group. Also orders a few other desserts but it was not memorable. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Pomodoro with chicken - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

Went for the Tuesday pasta deal! It's not bad but I feel the quality of the food has gone down a bit for the price. Nevertheless it's still a great place to get together and eat! The ambiance of the restaurant is amazing with its brand new patio! Great service as they check in on us time to time. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

It is an Italian restaurant that was within walking distance of our hotel. To be more specific, it's actually in the same building as our hotel. So it was convenient, and to be fair, it did fill us up for the night. My Margerhita Pizza was fine, and washed down by a delicious beer. Yes, beer in an Italian Restaurant - it is allowed even if the extensive wine selection is pushed. Wife was ok with her food. Would we come back? Probably, although there are quite frankly more interesting options within the same block. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - The Trattoria's Margherita Pizza - I wouldn't go as far as saying it went down like butter, but it did keep me adequately nourished. - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

Someone else wrote: "Tableside tiramisu, comfort eats, and a cozy patio... what more can you ask for?" The only thing I could suggest was lower prices. We ordered a 3-choice pasta tower consisting of lasagna, penne and ravioli. All three were rich, flavorful and beautifully presented. Portions were on the petite side, and the price was approaching $70 for the trio so this package was not necessarily a good value. But, it did allow you to mix and match to sample from their selection of pastas. Their Ravioles Du Dauphiné was stuffed with short rib & mascarpone and smothered in red wine cream sauce. I mention this because the pieces were so small, cute and adorable, it was almost a crime to bite into them. But, if you did, you'd be greeted by one of the most unique raviolis in Vancouver. I also ordered the 16oz rib eye steak served with peppercorn butter, grilled broccolini and roasted potatoes which was $59. The cut of beef was tender and fatty, just the way I like it. Broccolini was fresh and al dente. The coolest thing about the evening was the server who came to our table to prepare the tiramisu in front of us. He joked and interacted with the table with probably scripted dialogue, but everyone laughed on cue and had a fun experience. Tiramisu tasted amazing. read more

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This is my first time coming to trattoria after their renovation-- the new atmosphere gives off H Tasting Lounge vibes, but way more affordable!! Their heated patio has immaculate vibes. Trattoria Tuesdays are my fave-- $17 pasta!! We ordered the truffle spaghetti and meatballs. The portion was very generous and the meatballs were the absolute highlight-- wasn't too mushy or tough and they were gigantic. It came with 3 meatballs that were the size of my palms. I think it's the perfect ratio given how thick and heavy the sauce were. The truffle sauce was way too heavy and I didn't serially it that much. The ricotta made it extra rich and it was hard to finish. The Rigatoni Vodka all'Amatriciana on the other hand, was delicious! I've always been more of a red sauce person, so I could just be biased too. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and there was a perfect amount of sauce. However, the portion for this plate was less than I'd like since the dish wasn't very deep. The burrata added a nice touch! Prosciutto pizza-- one of my go-tos here. They gave us a generous amount of prosciutto this time, where each pizza slice had one or two solid pieces of prosciutto. Usually, the pieces are smaller and always break apart. The crust was a little too chewy, but other wise, they nailed it. We ordered an orange cake for dessert. I usually go for the basics like tiramisu or chocolate cake, so we opt for something we wouldn't usually go for.. an orange cake! It would've the perfect dessert for the summer-- it was sooo refreshing. It was so light and fluffy and eat bite bursted with different levels or citrus flavours. I can easily eat 10 more slices myself! Our waitress recommended us to pair it with vanilla ice cream, but we were too full. I'm sure it would've been even more delicious! I asked for a candle since it was my friend's birthday but they only wrote the happy birthday lol. Not sure if they forgot or just wanted to replace the candle request with words. The atmosphere was quite nice and not warm busy as I thought it'd be despite just walking in without a reso! They gave us the patio but I'm not complaining!! read more

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My first visit to Trattoria was really great. I was a bit nervous due to some mixed reviews but the location of this spot is ideal for me so I decided to give it a try. My friend and I sat outside in their shaded patio and it was absolutely perfect in terms of temperature and comfort. It was a beautiful evening and about 20 degrees or so. We started with a couple of cocktails and decided to share the pasta tower with the signature spaghetti and meatballs, the 100-layer lasagna and the spinach and ricotta tortellini. All three pasta dishes were excellent but my favourite was the lasagna. The meat sauce was just so flavourful and the texture of the noodles was perfect. We also had a side of garlic toast that was nice but I wouldn't order it again as it was just too much with the pasta. If you have a big appetite, go for it! We ended our meal with coffee, which was the only disappointment of the evening. Although we both had an Americano, we found the coffee to be very weak. Would absolutely not recommend it - I'd go somewhere else for a decent cup of coffee. Our server was top notch and very attentive. One suggestion to the restaurant would be for sparkling water to be served in different glasses from tap water, because two different servers walking by and topped up our sparkling water with tap water - didn't bother asking, just poured the water. Other than that, it was a really great experience. I'd definitely go back for the lasagna again. read more

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Omg. This place. Rocks. - quick seating - very very attentive staff (you literally see someone every 2 mins) - I came at 1:30 and not realizing there's a brunch menu and a dinner menu and I had seen some trip advisor pics of food that was on bunch menu. Started off with a salad and the gentleman gave me the dinner menu and asked the chef if he could start the dinner stuff 30 mins early. He was able to do so. - very clean, very spacious (wheelchair would fit between the gaps of each customer tables, and the tables are very easy to accommodate stroller or wheelchair pulled up to the table. The chairs are also very clean and comfortable. You have an option of patio, bar, high table, or the half and half booth+chair seating options. - there's also a large sectioned off room like setting for larger parties or groups. - food prices was not as expensive as I was lead to believe. $27 for a pasta ain't bad when it's quality food and made to order. (Food court is already $15-20 a person so.... Not that much more for comfortable seating and table service) - plenty of alcoholic drink options by the glass or bottle *** croutons are home made not that massed produced stale stuff you're accustomed to read more

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Celebrated a friend's birthday and farewell dinner. The drinks were tasty, but the food!The beef carpaccio was excellent. The subtleness of the aioli, the nutty flavour from the arugula, with that sharp tones from the caper. The combination with the beef and the flatbread. Salud Chef!I highly recommend:Beef Carpaccio, Fungi Pizza, Lamb Shank, and the Tiramisu! Special thanks to Augustina! She's was pleasantly accommodated. Thank you for making us feel welcomed! Well done, Augustina! read more

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We went for happy hour and it was very busy but we still got seated by the window. The decorations inside were very nice and modern. The service was great, and the vibe was very similar to that of cactus club and earls. The manager was very friendly and he came around to check on us a few times. Food was good, but not as authentic as other italian eateries and slightly more expensive compared to quality. Overall a very good experience. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Beef Carpaccio, Prosciutto Pizza, Rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

Came here on a Wednesday night with reservations for two at 7:30. We went to the hostess and they said they didn't have a table ready for us so we waited on the side. We saw others coming in and mentioning their reservations and getting seated immediately. We ended up getting seated finally at 8:00, which pushed back our plans. We were also very thirsty and hungry from work and shopping. I found it a little strange that they don't give you water until someone comes to take your order, especially after such a long wait. We ordered the Funghi pizza since it was pizza Wednesday, and the Truffle Spaghetti and Meatballs. They were both super delicious and perfectly cooked, and we ended up sharing both between us. The spaghetti was very filling and we ended up having to take a bit to go. Their amazing food brings their rating to three stars for me, but their seating and time management definitely needs improvement, since I recall having a similar experience the last time I was here as well. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Truffle Spaghetti and Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

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New pasta Tuesday menu rolled out but no take out for $16 pasta available from 5pm to 7pm as they are too busy. I ordered the 100 layer lasanga and penne pomordaro for 8pm pick up and ran some errands at Metrotown beforehand. The quantity of pasta is definitely noticeably lighter than previous. I get food costs have gone up and maybe providing less meat but there's little meat and not enough pasta, which is affordable. Not much veggies either. The penne pomordaro was decent and the 100 layer lasanga was okay - could primarily only taste the strong cheese and nothing else. Two dishes isn't enough to feed two people so appies and a salad would be required to make a full meal. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Pasta $16 Tuesday for Penne pomodaro and 100 layer lasanga - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

My family and I went there for dinner and we got the group menu. Servers were friendly and our overall experience was good. We liked the appetizers, salad, sablefish, and both desserts. We found the truffle spaghetti and meatballs a little too creamy/heavy, but we liked the flavour of the rigatoni with vodka sauce. The steak was ok too but I can't say it's one of the best in greater Vancouver. If you are looking for an Italian restaurant that is good for large groups in Burnaby, this would be a good place to go to. But there are just too many good Italian restaurants in Vancouver so it is unlikely that I would recommend this restaurant to my friends. read more

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Good home cooking although it's blatantly a corporate chain ... shows that Italian Food can still capitalize on the home spun ambience as most home cooking family run Italian restaurants are no longer around due to retirement and no succession planning ..... We went for Tuesday lunch special : $18 pasta . I chose the meat ball spaghetti . It was delicious , 3 good size meatballs with generous spaghetti portions and a ball of Parmesan you blend in yourself ... parking was a challenge despite a cavernous underground parking vi shared with a hotel ... suggest to include free parking since it's mostly empty and forced me to hunt for parking nearby ... until free parking underground is offered I won't be coming back as I can to the plethora of Italian restaurants all over the GVRD or better yet go the Commercial drive , Little Italy ..... Ciao read more

Great food and service! Love all the different bruschettas. Nice cocktail menu too. Classy atmosphere, its the perfect place for a date. Love sitting at their bar and having a few drinks! read more

We came here for my mom's birthday and got a beautiful table on their patio! The dinner started off with a nice touch, they gave my mom a card that said "Happy Birthday," which is something you don't see at a lot of restaurants. For our appetizer, we had the Panzanella salad, which was absolutely to die for. I would totally recommend getting this dish when you visit. For my first round of drinks, I ordered the Trattoria Passion, which honestly wasn't my favourite. It kind of gave me the vibe of a sweet negroni. Since we were dining in on a Tuesday, we all decided to order pasta for dinner because they have a deal where all pasta dishes are $17 on Tuesdays. We ordered the Truffle Spaghetti & Meatballs, which had a black truffle cream sauce, though I felt it was a bit too rich for my liking. The Rigatoni Vodka all'Amatriciana and the Nodi Marini Fra Diavolo were my favorites, and I also tried the Tagliatelle Ghiottone, which was just okay. I know it's a dish that's definitely on the plain side, but I expected a bit more from it. We also ordered a white wine to pair with our dinner, and our server brought it out just as our food arrived, which was perfect timing. To end the night, they brought out a piece of cake on the house with a candle for my mom, which I thought was very sweet! Overall, I don't think I would come here again because it just didn't wow me. However, I want to note that our server was absolutely amazing and is definitely the reason I'm giving this place 4 stars instead of 3. read more

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Came here to try their Trattoria Tuesdays -- $17 pastas (it appears they've increased their price by one dollar in the new year). We got calamari and shrimp as an appetizer and it was pretty horrible. There was only one tiny shrimp in the whole pile. The entire dish had undercooked batter all over it. We accidentally ate raw batter. You can see in my images just chunks of dry flour were served to us as well. Thankfully, after showing the server the flour, he took it off the bill for us. The pasta dish was the saving grace of the night though and it satisfied all my pasta cravings. I got the truffle spaghetti pasta that comes with three huge meatballs. The meatballs were so good and the pasta itself was so flavourful! The truffle flavour wasn't too strong, which I liked. I would come back on Tuesdays to have this again. Service was just okay. Our waiter wasn't very present, which is unfortunate when I kept wanting more water. The ambiance is very casual and it was very busy that night, understandably. read more

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It's not bad. The pizza is a good deal on Wednesdays, as they do all pizzas for $16. But the pasta noodles came out all clumped together, and it wasn't very flavorful. But the ambiance is really nice! Great for a quick meal. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

The best place to come with family or friends! Food: 5+/5 - we came specifically for their Tuesday pasta special and it was delicious! We ordered our favorites- the truffle spaghetti meatballs pasta and Nodi Marini Fra Diavolo. The portions were decent and pasta was cooked to perfection. A great selection for different types of pasta lovers. Ambiance: 5/5 - a great vibe to the place with way better decor than before. Nice for date night or just because. If you have a special occasion, I recommend the covered area outside as it's cosy and comfy. Service: 5+/5 - our server and Michael were friendly and did a great job making sure we had a great experience. Thanks to you both! If you love pizza, visit on a Wednesday for their pizza special! I'll be back! read more

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Trattoria by Italian Kitchen 4501 Kingsway #102, Burnaby, BC V5H 2A9 Trattoria by Italian Kitchen presents itself as a modern, stylish Italian eatery promising bold flavours and contemporary flair. While the atmosphere succeeds in creating an inviting dining experience, the kitchen's execution and service unfortunately fall short of its potential. Fritto Misto A medley of shrimp and calamari with shishito peppers and Calabrian chili aioli The meal began on a high note with the Fritto Misto--an undeniably well-prepared dish. The seafood was crisp, light, and skillfully seasoned, while the Calabrian chili aioli added a delightful layer of heat and tang. Each bite offered a satisfying crunch without excess oil, setting an encouraging tone for what was to come. Rating: 9/10 Pasta The pasta, though decently cooked, lacked the robust character expected from an Italian kitchen of this calibre. The flavours felt muted, and the dish came across as rather one-dimensional. It was edible, but unremarkable--missing the depth and vibrancy that defines great Italian cuisine. Rating: 5/10 Striploin (14oz) Black peppercorn butter, asparagus, roasted potatoes The striploin arrived beautifully plated but slightly overcooked, leaning toward medium-rare instead of the requested rare. While the seasoning and peppercorn butter provided a pleasing savoury richness, the texture was just shy of ideal tenderness. The roasted potatoes were nicely caramelized, and the asparagus added a touch of freshness, but overall, the dish lacked the finesse to leave a lasting impression. Rating: 5/10 Service Service proved to be the evening's greatest disappointment. The food arrived later than anticipated, and staff attentiveness was minimal. At one point, I had to flag down another server to refill my drink, as my assigned waitress was nowhere in sight. Such lapses in hospitality detracted significantly from the overall experience. Rating: 2/10 Ambiance The space itself is lovely--modern, softly lit, and comfortably arranged. There's an understated elegance in the décor that makes it suitable for both casual dining and special occasions. The warm lighting and contemporary aesthetic create a pleasant backdrop for a leisurely meal. Rating: 8/10 Price & Value Pricing remains reasonable, especially given the restaurant's location and presentation standards. However, the quality of food and service did not consistently justify the cost. The experience leaned more toward mediocrity than refinement. Rating: 6/10 Verdict Trattoria by Italian Kitchen delivers an inviting atmosphere and a promising first impression, yet falters in consistency and execution. The Fritto Misto stood out as a triumph, but the subsequent dishes and inattentive service failed to sustain that momentum. With improved kitchen precision and a stronger focus on hospitality, this Burnaby establishment could easily rise to its potential. For now, it remains a pleasant, if uneven, dining experience. read more

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I came here for pasta on a Tuesday so all pastas were $17. I got the Nodi Marini Fra Diavolo and it came with a good amount of prawns and scallops but there were also a lot of capers, which I didn't end up finishing. My friends got the Mafaldine Carbonara and Rigatoni Vodka all'Amatriciana. I would say the portion and taste of the pastas were decent but nothing really stood out too much. Between the three, I think I liked the Mafaldine Carbonara most due to the pasta's unique shape. I've definitely had better tasting pasta elsewhere but I do want to come back for the Truffle Spaghetti & Meatballs next time and my review may change. The restaurant has a nice aesthetic and the plating of the food was very nice. One thing I was surprised about was the additional $8 that was charged to the table for sparkling water as we were not aware that it came at an extra cost when we were given the option between still water and sparkling water (only one of us got sparkling and she drank one glass). Maybe it's the standard to be charged for sparkling water but I don't know. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

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Fantastic Food & Amazing Service... Loved our Meals... Pasta was Great Upper Management checked on our Table... The Owner even came by personally to say Hello. Will Definitely Return to this Restaurant Again ‼ read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Pasta Tower... 3 Kinds of Delicious Carbs - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

Cockroach in the dining room, no acknowledgment from staff, and ignored after being invited to follow up by management. **Update 3: I have sent two emails to you and one to corporate, including Jack. This is not a case of "not receiving" my email. All of public back and forth, and still no one has apologized for this disappointing experience.** **Update #2: David, I reached out to you to discuss this further, including a follow-up, but have not received a response yet. I am glad that treatment has been implemented. I'm very disappointed with how this has been handled. We had been looking forward to our first visit, and this experience has significantly impacted my overall impression of Glowbal Restaurant Group.** **Update: I was invited by management to email on March 5th, which I did the same day and followed up on. It has now been two weeks with no response. I also reached out to corporate and have not received a reply. I reported this incident to Fraser Health, who conducted an inspection and advised the restaurant is now undergoing weekly pest treatment and monitoring. I'm genuinely disappointed, as this was my first experience with Glowbal Restaurant Group and I had been looking forward to enjoying an upscale night out.** A large German cockroach was crawling behind my friend's head while we were seated in our booth last night (March 4th), and the way management handled it was shockingly unprofessional. I immediately moved to the seats across the table and flagged down a server. He said he didn't know what to do and went to get a manager. We watched him tell the kitchen staff and the manager standing nearby, who simply walked away. A dark haired lady cook eventually came out with a paper towel, leaned across guests and their food at the table beside us to grab the cockroach, and disappeared back into the kitchen. No manager came to speak to us. No apology. No acknowledgement. No offer to move tables. Nothing. Earlier in the evening, the manager had already made a bizarre comment while we were looking at wine. My friend prefers white and I prefer red, so we were considering ordering by the glass. He told us we "should buy a bottle or else he's just making money off us by the glass." When we explained we liked different wines, he shrugged and said, "Well then I guess you're paying me more money," and walked away. The food didn't redeem the experience. My prosciutto pizza was bland, and my friend's calabrese pizza was soggy. We finished our meal despite being uncomfortable, hoping management would at least acknowledge what had happened. When we requested our bill, the manager returned and said: "Did those beers really go better with pizza than wine?" Again, not a single word about the cockroach. After getting home, I checked the public inspection reports from Fraser Health and was concerned to see previous violations related to pests and sanitation, which made what we experienced even more alarming. Seeing a German cockroach in the dining area is extremely concerning as they are infestation species, and the complete lack of acknowledgement from management made the situation even more alarming. If you're seated near the kitchen booths, be aware that this is where we saw the German cockroach crawling in the dining area, with no acknowledgement from management. Between the pest, the condescending manager, and the mediocre food, this was the most unsettling restaurant experience I've ever had. read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

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Tableside tiramisu, comfort eats, and a cozy patio... what more can you ask for? Burnaby doesn't have many al fresco dining options to begin with let alone a heated one. The patio here gives off warm, Italian vibes and is so whimsical. A nice little escape from the dreary rainy days. I love that they're open until 11pm. Brought to you by the same talents of Italian Kitchen, the newly reopened restaurant offers pasta towers and proscuitto sliced to order. And yes, for those OGs out there who have been frequenting this spot for ages -- Tratt Tuesdays are still a thing, where you can get some of their pastas for only $16 for both lunch and dinner. Their Formaggio pizza is great - Fire oven pizza made with asiago, fior di latte, gorgonzola, rosemary, and potatoes t's the definition of simply delicious. read more

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I would not have given any star but that's the minimum I have to give so ok. Like many other viewers mentioned, this restaurant is not up to par with their food. The pasta special I tried was meatball spaghetti with truffle cream. We also tried the halibut which was overly dry over nothing special risotto. Pizza with Prosciutto was ok, so was the Caesar salad. Sorry I prob won't return until I can read on Yelp some improvement! read more

Trattoria by Italian Kitchen - Caesar salad $6 special - Italian Near Me - Burnaby, British Columbia

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