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First Ravioli
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 10 am - 7 pm
Sat 9:30 am - 7 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
9 reviews for First Ravioli
9 reviews in English
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Review from Camille R.
Vancouver, BC
4/6/2012
Oh my god good ravioli. Tried the Gorgonzola walnut and artichoke roasted pepper, we couldn't stop eating. Can't wait to try the whole wheat goat cheese and spinach ricotta in my freezer. Dinner for 2 from $5-8, excellent price for amazing pasta and about half what you'd pay for less at Granville island.
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Review from Jennifer K.
Vancouver, BC
Il cielo italiano!! = Italian heaven! Yep - that's my rough translation. Without a doubt, First Ravioli's got this scrumptious pillowy thing in the bag. Check it out for yourself: http://www.yelp.com/bi...
Allow me to start off by saying my dinner tonight was delicious. Where did I go? Why, *la mia cucina* (my very own kitchen), of course. But it doesn't hurt to have fresh, tasty ingredients as well.
So, who you may ask, was the star of my entree? Ah, it was the butternut squash whole grain ravioli, shaped as mini crescent moons. It was like eating a piece of November in the middle of spring. (I should note that November's my favorite month.)
And the best part of the meal? That it was ready in a matter of minutes - 4 minutes in boiling water, to be exact. No need to dress up, no need to go anywhere - so content am I just sitting here, after gorging on 220 grams of ravioli + pesto + prosciutto, I was (more than) stuffed to my heart's content.
Good thing I had the foresight to pick up some other raviolis as well - something to look forward from *la mia cucina.* And when I do return to First Ravioli, I'll remember to stick to what they're known for (pasta), and steer clear of the prosciutto, which tasted like it'd be sitting out in the sun for who knows how long.Listed in: From Kitchen to Table
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Review from Dee D.
Burnaby, BC
5/25/2012
One of the best places to craft an Italian meal, the people here are so helpful from pairing pasta with cured meats, sauces and anti pasto! Mange mange!
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Review from Sarah D.
5/23/2011
Why is Commercial Drive such a great place to live? Oh, I dunno -maybe because I can just grab some homemade prosciutto and parmesan ravioli on my way home from work? Yep, there aren't too many neighbourhoods where you can say THAT.
These friendly Italians make some of the best fresh pasta in the city. Sure, the prices on some of the more "luxury" pastas can get a little pricey, but oh man, is it ever worth it! In all honesty, their stuffed pastas are priced about the same as a package of Olivieri pasta at Safeway, but are ten times better. If you're in the 'hood, pay the ladies at First Ravioli a visit -you won't be disappointed.Listed in: Commercial Drive Hot Spots
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Review from Jasmine O.
Vancouver, BC
12/1/2010
You want fresh pasta, fresh sauces, pesto? A large selection of antipasto? Anything to do with Italian eats? ...Honestly a superb selection of all of the above. I've never had fresher pasta and I'd honestly be lost on making my own. THIS is the next best thing.
Pricey but perfect...Listed in: Alive on the Drive
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Review from Emily S.
Vancouver, BC
1/10/2010
This place was recommended to me by the guys over at Moccia. And boy, were they right. It's the freshest pasta I have found in Vancouver, a world away from Duso's, and made my mediocre pasta sauce taste AMAZING.
Inside, the store looks like every other Italian store on East Hastings. However, you've just gotta try their fresh homemade pasta. -
Review from Pippa M.
Vancouver, BC
9/1/2011
Super friendly and helpful staff will help you choose some amazing Italian treats to buy! Fantastic selection of fresh pastas, cheeses and imported foods.
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Review from Mercedes G.
Vancouver, BC
11/7/2008 1 photo
First Ravioli could only do better if it had more room to provide even MORE amazing Italian specialities, but of course, it would lose its authenticity and that is the best part!
First Ravioli is truly authentic in nearly every way, save for the plethora of imported goods, this is the place to come to for your fresh, dry pastas, olives, cheeses, meats and every other Italian specialty you can imagine...seriously! The quality is very high and so the lines are long but it is most certainly worth the wait. -
Review from Kelley R.
Vancouver, BC
7/23/2009
The fresh pastas here are a staple at my house. The variety of veggie and meat filled pastas keeps me coming back to try the new offerings every couple of weeks. You can try anything from a chestnut and garlic stuffed ravioli to a crab an lobster tortellini - the stock is always changing so you are bound to find something you'll like. I can also stock up on the habenero stuffed olives my husband loves, fresh Italian sausages, hard and soft cheeses and frozen pizza crusts that I love to have on hand
The staff is very helpful and have given me numerous recipe ideas as I stand a peruse their delicious goodies. I definitely recommend this place when you're in the mood for an interesting pasta dinner. Cheaper and even more delicious than heading to an Italian restaurant!
