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Move on to hand crafted pizzas (try the Quattro-formaggio) or perhaps share a Pasta Platter for just $15 a head. The Kobe beef meatballs atop spaghetti, penne pomodoro and mushroom ravioli are a delight. There’s a meat platter too for more carnivorous sorts. To complete your dining experience, the drinks list boasts a great selection of international and select BC wines. If you’re just into some sipping, there’s also a cocktail list worth working your way through.
This is a place for a decadent night out, so put on your best and head out the door before you’re the last one who hasn’t been to Italian Kitchen. -C.A.
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 AT A GLANCE
Italian Kitchen
1037 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC
604-687-2858
Italian
Downtown
Venue:
Restaurant
Hours:
Price Range:
$$$ (Within Reach)
Payment:
Master Card, Visa, American Express
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THE BUZZ
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10 Reader Reviews | Two of us ate here on the weekend and at first it didn't look like we'd get a table. then i mentioned that our hotel concierge had recommended it and did things ever change. we were instantly shown a very good table and all evening the staff was very attentive. our server was always there when needed, the wine was great and the mgr did stop by to enquire how things were. the staff was young but upbeat and efficient, the food was up fast and though we just shared the seafood platter for two, we couldn't have been more pleased. the exquisite flavors of the 3 fish dishes were on a bed (a small bed unfortunately) of perfect risotto and they made you go wow. the price was a little steep for the portion size i thought, but you're in the middle of downtown vancouver on a friday night with a full house and a pleasant high energy crowd munching on food that rocks...it worked for us. maybe the trick is to say the concierge sent you! I'd definitely go back but not until i tried all of the other places on my lengthy list! great city for dining!
1. Marilyn's Review :: November 20, 2008 Marilyn's Rating: 3 Stars |
Loved it! Was treated so well and the food was amazing!
2. Leah Alvarado's Review :: July 31, 2008 Leah Alvarado's Rating: 4 Stars |
We had high expectations for Italian Kitchen, but unfortunately we were VERY disappointed. We made a reservation 6 days ahead to assure a good table for our group of 8. We started off at the bar and had a bottle of wine and cocktails and things were looking good. When they were ready to seat us we were informed that the table we reserved was not available and that our reservation did not specify that we wanted specific seating. They proceeded to tell us that we must be mistaken and it could not be their fault????????? OK! Apparently we are total idiots and their 20 year old hostess does not make mistakes!!
Anyway it just went down hill from there. The food is OVERPRICED Earls or Cactus Club food, in fact I believe that Earls is probably better. The seafood platter was lack luster and had little flavour, the steak was uneventful and the pasta was over cooked. The atmosphere is cramped and the decor is boring. Needless to say none of us will be back.
The worst thing of all is the attitude of the management. They act as though you are lucky to be there and you should just shut up and eat. Unbelievable!!!!!! So Save your money and go somewhere with good food and nice people. :)
3. Anonymous's Review :: March 24, 2008 |
We had high expectations for Italian Kitchen, but unfortunately we were VERY disappointed. We made a reservation 6 days ahead to assure a good table for our group of 8. We started off at the bar and had a bottle of wine and cocktails and things were looking good. When they were ready to seat us we were informed that the table we reserved was not available and that our reservation did not specify that we wanted specific seating. They proceeded to tell us that we must be mistaken and it could not be their fault????????? OK! Apparently we are total idiots and their 20 year old hostess does not make mistakes!!
Anyway it just went down hill from there. The food is OVERPRICED Earls or Cactus Club food, in fact I believe that Earls is probably better. The seafood platter was lack luster and had little flavour, the steak was uneventful and the pasta was over cooked. The atmosphere is cramped and the decor is boring. Needless to say none of us will be back.
The worst thing of all is the attitude of the management. They act as though you are lucky to be there and you should just shut up and eat. Unbelievable!!!!!! So Save your money and go somewhere with good food and nice people. :)
4. Bill Cara's Review :: March 24, 2008 Bill Cara's Rating: 1 Stars |
Finally, a fantastic Italian restuarant that actually knows how to get it right!
This place has a great mix of foods and the service is fantastic.
Great atmosphere, fun place with some noise! I eat there for business lunches all the time. Prices are very reasonable too.
Definitely one of my favorites in Vancouver
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5. Anonymous's Review :: January 14, 2008 |
Finally, a fantastic Italian restuarant that actually knows how to get it right!
This place has a great mix of foods and the service is fantastic.
Great atmosphere, fun place with some noise! I eat there for business lunches all the time. Prices are very reasonable too.
Definitely one of my favorites in Vancouver
6. M Levy's Review :: January 12, 2008 M Levy's Rating: 4 Stars |
This Saturday October 6, 2007 I along with 11 friends had reservations for 8:30pm for Italian Kitchen. We arrived at 8:30 and were told our table wasn't quite ready yet. Time passed and after about 20 minutes, we started to ask questions at which time the hostesses kept apolgizing and saying it would be soon. After 40 minutes of waiting, we were all quite upset and they brought everyone some champagne but with no answers or results. Finally, after waiting for 1 hour and 10 minutes, we were seated. We were given two plates of complimentary appetizers but at no time did a manager ever come and speak to us during this fiasco to apologize. In fact, I personally saw two managers watch us from the upstairs bar never once having the respect to come over and speak to us. I found the food to be lack lustre and bland, the atmosphere to be typical and most of all the service and management completely inadequate and impotent. The only bright spot was our server Jesse who really tried his best to make a terrible situation better. One common thread at our table was that we all cross paths with many people in our daily professional lives and none of us will ever recommend Italian Kitchen or ever return.
7. Anonymous's Review :: October 08, 2007 |
This Saturday October 6, 2007 I along with 11 friends had reservations for 8:30pm for Italian Kitchen. We arrived at 8:30 and were told our table wasn't quite ready yet. Time passed and after about 20 minutes, we started to ask questions at which time the hostesses kept apolgizing and saying it would be soon. After 40 minutes of waiting, we were all quite upset and they brought everyone some champagne but with no answers or results. Finally, after waiting for 1 hour and 10 minutes, we were seated. We were given two plates of complimentary appetizers but at no time did a manager ever come and speak to us during this fiasco to apologize. In fact, I personally saw two managers watch us from the upstairs bar never once having the respect to come over and speak to us. I found the food to be lack lustre and bland, the atmosphere to be typical and most of all the service and management completely inadequate and impotent. The only bright spot was our server Jesse who really tried his best to make a terrible situation better. One common thread at our table was that we all cross paths with many people in our daily professional lives and none of us will ever recommend Italian Kitchen or ever return.
8. Gary Serra's Review :: October 08, 2007 Gary Serra's Rating: 1 Stars |
The food is good, but the deserts
The owner needs to be careful with the staff, he's only screaming to his employees, and the manager need to change his face, the one who was chef at the beach, he's always so angry, he needs to go back to the kitchen.
9. Anonymous's Review :: September 19, 2007 |
The food is good, but the deserts
The owner needs to be careful with the staff, he's only screaming to his employees, and the manager need to change his face, the one who was chef at the beach, he's always so angry, he needs to go back to the kitchen.
10. Imad Jacoub's Review :: September 19, 2007 Imad Jacoub's Rating: 1 Stars |
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