Top Best Italian Restaurants in Bowen Island

"Another multi-award winner for high-end Italian and my personal favourite, CinCin Ristorante is another of the best Italian restaurants in Vancouver. Located in downtown Vancouver on Robson Street (Vancouver's famous shopping district), CinCin is part of the family of Top Table Group restaurants that includes the famous Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar. Pronounced "chin chin," CinCin serves both familiar dishes (like a buttery, rich gnocchi) as well as innovative and unusual dishes that blend Italian flavours and techniques with local ingredients."

"Acclaimed Chef Andrew Richardson has put together a menu at CinCin that represents the clean and plentiful flavors of Italian gastronomy. Each dish is prepared with the freshest, thoughtfully selected ingredients sourced from the regions best suppliers, and creates a dish for guests that they will appreciate it for its fresh, local ingredients. Located on Robson street, you enter going down a staircase where you then enter an Italian oasis."

"Our chefs from Toptable Group’s CinCin, Elisa, Blue Water Cafe, and Thierry in Vancouver, have collaborated to bring a new concept to you during these unique times. Toptable2U Vancouver, a take-away menu of housemade provisions, prepped meal"

"Cioppino's Mediterranean Grill is owned and operated by chef/owner Giuseppe “Pino” Posteraro and serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a comfortable, relaxed setting. The restaurant features two large patios which offer guests the opportunity to enjoy alfresco dining while watching Yaletown passersby. An open kitchen showcases the local chef preparing seasonal Mediterranean fare using locally sourced ingredients, and a warm and welcoming dining space exudes a pleasant and romantic ambiance."

"A friend highly recommended Straight Outta Brooklyn, and it sure lived up to my expectations. Pizza being my favorite food, I loved the crust, flavor, te..."

"Sleek and bright and with an open kitchen, Sopra Sotto presents an inviting space in which to enjoy authentic Italian favorites made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Dishes are unpretentious but flavorful. House-made pastas come in a variety of shapes, with sauces like truffle and smoked pancetta, creamy cabbage and mushroom, and traditional bolognese."

"A post shared by Sopra Sotto Pizzeria (@soprasotto.vancouver) on Dec 20, 2018 at 5:06pm PST. Patrons who head to one of Sopra Sotto’s two locations can expect fresh Italian eats like pasta, salads, and pizza made with local ingredients. The latter is baked in a traditional forno a legna (wood-fired brick oven)."

"This spot has a menu full of delicious pizza and pasta among other things. And of course, they have an amazing patio that is perfect for outdoor dining. So if you live downtown or need a spot to check out after work, this might just be it."

"Born in the City of Delights, or more commonly known as Palermo, Italy, Marcello fell in love with cooking from a young age. Influenced by the crystal clear water, the flavours of the culturally-rich air, and a little encouragement from his mother,"

"Pizzeria, Ristorante, Italian, Pizza, Pizzeria, Italian Restaurant, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant, Restaurant With Terrace. I was here with a large group and we just ordered a bunch of items and shared. Salads, pizza and pasta."

"After watching the new Disney movie Luca, I was craving seafood pasta, so during lunch I decided on this restaurant. It was a gem among the many resta..."

"In the West End, visitors and residents alike will find the restored heritage house that is the Roedde House Museum. Constructed in 1893 for the city’s first bookbinder, Gustav Roedde, and his family, the late Victorian home has 11 rooms that reflect their everyday life, with period pieces (including some from the Roedde family) and artefacts, some of which guests may carefully handle. The museum also hosts various events throughout the year."

"Uniquely restored heritage house in the heart of the West End of Vancouver. Built in 1893, Roedde House is the former home of Gustav Roedde, the city’s first bookbinder. Tour the Museum’s eleven rooms, faithfully restored with artifacts and period pieces to reflect the day-to-day life of a middle class, immigrant family at the turn of the 19th century."

"On June 13, 1886, there was the Great Vancouver Fire, which took many buildings with it. The Hastings Mill Store was left untouched, leaving it to be Vancouver's oldest building. It wasn't originally at this location, but was built in Gastown and was saved from demolition and put on a barge to it's current location."

"The oldest building that is still surviving in Vancouver is the Hastings Mill Store. It was once located on the South shore of the Burrard Inlet. Built in 1865 and dedicated to Captain Edward Stamp, Hastings Mill Store was used as a sawmill company under Edward’s possession."

"Locals recommend Minami for sushi, Anh and Chi for pho, or Marutama for Ramen. Alternatively, you can eat at one of the cafes and restaurants inside Stanley Park itself. Update: 1886 is now closed."

"We’re big fans of this amazing Vietnamese spot on Main Street. And they have a great patio complete with space heaters. So you can enjoy a great patio and a delicious bowl of warm pho."

"If you find yourself deep in the south, or you’re making a trip to Ikea in Richmond, then this is the spot for you. Nestled inside Northern Building Supply, the Northern Cafe is the most authentic diner on this list. Grab some lumber or hardware, then treat yourself to a burger or some chicken strips before you start your home improvement project."

"A post shared by Jill (@jillonjill) on Jul 26, 2017 at 12:11pm PDT. This hole-in-the-wall diner is definitely one to keep on your radar. It’s literally above a hardware store."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user traveljunction used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The Dockside Restaurant is located on the waterfront on Granville Island, overlooking the city and the mountains. There is a casual, but refined, dining room with views, as well as a patio for open-air dining."

"A post shared by Dockside Restaurant (@docksidevancouver) on Jun 19, 2020 at 10:40am PDT. Be sure to check out this popular False Creek fixture for brunch, lunch, dinner, or drinks when you get a chance. Dockside is open from 11:30 am to 9:30 pm daily except Tuesday."

"Pick up a package of almond tuiles from St. Germain Bakery, a Chinese bakery at Oakridge that you should not pass by without stopping. Excellent with tea, they have a sandy, crumbly texture that makes them perfect for you, and a sweet nutty taste that kids will love. Unit 137, Oakridge Centre, 650 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver"