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Here's the best (or the worst) thus far...and if you happen to make it to NY or Sf...a few others you must try! :)

 1. Via Tevere

1190 Victoria Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L 4G5
(604) 336-1803

Categories: Italian, Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive

3.0 star rating
  5/16/2012

We arrived early enough to find a seat, although the place filled up fast. We ordered two beverages, two salads and a pie.

I always like to go with the Capriciossa (prosciutto, artichokes, olives salami, and mushrooms) as that has become my pizza…More »

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 2. Pizza Hut

4540 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6R 2J1
(604) 221-4267

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Point Grey

3.0 star rating
  4/24/2012 First to Review

It's hilarious that I'm the first to review this place. I might talk about how well I know pizza and then I go and order from...Pizza Hut?

But seriously, if you need quick, fast, yummy, fatty deep-pan pizza, this is the go to place. It's not the…More »

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 3. Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria

1380 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X6
(604) 251-2292

Categories: Pizza, Italian

Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive

4.0 star rating
  4/24/2012

We finally were able to try this place out after a soft opening and private party night prevented us.

This is my new favourite "casual" pizza place in town. (Please not that Campagnolo and Campagnolo Roma are still the best in the city--but a bit…More »

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 4. The Bibo

1835 W 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 3H3
(604) 568-6177

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

1.0 star rating
  4/18/2012

Worst service for what was meant to be a casual anniversary dinner. (And yes, we tried La Quercia first; another time, another reso!)

The Don Draperesque waiter was certainly not a welcoming comfort to this place. I can't believe I wanted to go here…More »

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 5. Pizzeria Barbarella

654 E Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5T 1X7
(604) 210-6111

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant

4.0 star rating
  3/16/2012

Totally delicious pizza that's almost a five star! Everything we had was great. The crust was slightly thicker than those of the recent Neapolitan craze which wasn't a bad thing at all. The texture almost seemed reminiscent of a NY pizza-by-the-slice…More »

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 6. Campagnolo Roma

2297 Hastings St E
Vancouver, BC V5L 1V2
(604) 569-0456

Categories: Italian, Pizza

Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands

5.0 star rating
  Update - 9/11/2011

Enjoyed CR again last night on the patio, on what was probably one of our last patio nights of the summer. They had blankets which was great since there are no heat lamps. Just watch that you get one without hair on it. Why do I always get the one…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    6/18/2011

    The service gets better every time. Chris, the bartender and every server there are both friendly… Read more »

 7. Campagnolo

1020 Main Street
Vancouver, BC V6A
(604) 484-6018

Category: Italian

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona

5.0 star rating
  Update - 10/3/2011

Went here for the umpteenth time the other night, without a reso, and after the early movie.  Were seated in the best seat in the house--with the "view" (as the host politely and humorously noted). No wait time! Yay!

Ate the pizza, the pasta and a…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/24/2011

    This is one of my fave. places in the city right now. Go for any pie or pasta and the beet salad is… Read more »

 8. Nicli Antica Pizzeria

62 E Cordova St
Vancouver, BC V6A 1K3
(604) 669-6985

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown

4.0 star rating
  3/28/2011

As an ex-NY'er, I know my pizza and Vancouver has been seriously lacking in this dep't for awhile (as it is with so many other cuisines here). But that's another story.

This is more like a 3.5 but I give a 4 for the service. I was really excited…More »

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 9. Verace Pizzeria Napoletana and Enoteca

189 Keefer Place
Vancouver, BC V6B 6L4
(604) 669-5552

Categories: Pizza, Italian

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  7/19/2011

This was a delightful little place to visit for a casual pizza. It was in the middle of the Keefer piazza, just like a real Italian piazza--sans the Tivoli Fountain and loads of pigeons (which was probably a good thing). Parking was easy and…More »

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 10. Libra Room Café

1608 Commercial Dr
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y4
(604) 255-3787

Categories: Lounges, Italian

Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive

3.0 star rating
  2/19/2012

I always forget to make a reso., and you can't do so upon your arrival. (Fair enough).  
So, you start out, standing at the back, almost in the kitchen, and you gradually make your way forward as people leave, which isn't as bad as it sounds.
The place…More »

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 11. NOVO Pizzeria and Wine Bar

2118 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6J 3H6
(604) 736-2220

Categories: Wine Bars, Pizza, Italian

Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes

3.0 star rating
  10/22/2011

When we walked in at around 7 pm on a weeknight we were seated immediately. Good thing, too, as it was filling up fast and a line formed shortly after we arrived.

Restaurant was pleasant enough and our order was promptly taken. Water glasses were…More »

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 12. Pizzeria Farina

915 Main St
Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8
(604) 681-9334

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona

4.0 star rating
  9/24/2011

Four stars for TAKE-AWAY only.

Really good, not-too-greasy pizza, but not a Friday night date spot, we discovered. We saw one semi-dressy couple get out of the cab, look in to assess the atmosphere...or lack there of...and leave.

We are "averaged" size…More »

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 13. Marcello Pizzeria

1404 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X9
(604) 215-7760

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive

3.0 star rating
  8/21/2011

Even post NY the pizza is always pretty tasty and the gnocchi with creamy meat sauce is the best if you like meat. Order a side of bread to pick up the extra sauce (if no one is looking) and yep, it's pretty standard that all of the Italian places…More »

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 14. The Za House

2857 W Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G7
(604) 733-6611

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

1.0 star rating
  11/22/2011

1-2 stars for the pizza, sadly.

If you've read any of my other reviews, you will know how much I love pizza! And while I am always suspicious of Groupons, etc., I thought that I'd give the Za house a chance. I was also suspicious after reading the…More »

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 15. Bella Pizza

2525 Hemlock St
Vancouver, BC V6H 2V2
(604) 732-6565

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville

1.0 star rating
  9/18/2011

Rude proprietor. Shut down before closing hours on a Sat night. Served us cold pizza and charged full price for the last dregs of his frozen tasting pizza. Even after imbibing in a few bevvies, if I hadn't actually eaten in the store I would have…More »

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 16. Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar

601 W Cordova St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1
(604) 678-8000

Categories: Canadian (Traditional), Gastropubs

Neighbourhood: Downtown

2.0 star rating
  Update - 8/24/2011

Finally got my check-in voucher but my friend did not, even though I made a point of emailing (twice) on our behalf.

With this much effort, and the worst frozen-tasting-pizza ever (that was recommended by the waitress) I will not return.

What a…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    7/6/2011

    Went again last night and sat outside. Weather was perfect and quiet around 930 at night since the… Read more »

 17. Scopa Restaurant

109 Plaza St
Healdsburg, CA 95448
USA
(707) 433-5282

Category: Italian

5.0 star rating
  9/1/2011

This might be my very favourite restaurant...ever...right now.

We enjoyed it so much that we visited it two nights in a row. I'm a regular in some Italian places at home, but this place is really as good as it gets. We paid about 1/2 of what we paid…More »

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 18. A 16

2355 Chestnut St
San Francisco, CA 94123
USA
(415) 771-2216

Categories: Italian, Pizza

Neighbourhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

5.0 star rating
  8/24/2011

Really disappointed to read the negative reviews here. I was here in the spring, and they served us the top pizza and pasta of our lives. The service was as fine as I can recall.  The wine was not to be missed. We were rushed as there was a flight to…More »

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 19. Spunto

65 Carmine St
New York, NY 10014
USA
(212) 242-1200

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: West Village

5.0 star rating
  8/15/2011

Seriously, the best pizza place in NY. And did I mention that I'm not even a thin crust fan??? Yes, it is that good. The toppings appear as if they had added them after the fact, but they totally work!

Helpful and accomodating when trying to take…More »

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 20. Bleecker Street Pizza

69 7th Ave S
New York, NY 10014
USA
(212) 924-4466

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: West Village

5.0 star rating
  8/15/2011

Although Spunto is the best thin crust, this is the best by the slice in NYC in my op. And it's in an awesome location.

Get the homemade red sauce or the pepperoni one.

Great any time of day; friendly service, and it traveled well back to Vancouver.…More »

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 21. Johnny Farina Restaurant

216 Elgin St
Ottawa, ON K2P 1L7
(613) 565-5155

Categories: Italian, Pizza

3.0 star rating
  2/8/2012

Pizza and service were quite average, but fine for a family. I was a bit turned off at first as they seated only half our party while we looked longingly at the big empty table next to it.  We were expected to seat ourselves once the hostess motioned…More »

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 22. UNA pizza + wine

618 17th Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2S 0B4
(403) 453-1183

Categories: Pizza, Wine Bars

3.0 star rating
  Update - 7/11/2011

Since I have had two days to eat the leftovers (no one else wanted them) and since they were actually pretty tasty,  I have decided to add an additional star to this restaurant, overall.

My best advice is to see for yourself, but don't expect more…More »

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  • 2.0 star rating
    7/9/2011

    Chic atmosphere. Nice salads. Friendly waitstaff.  Love the wall photos and bathrooms.

    Oh, and if… Read more »


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