This place was really good. Authentic and home made just like my nonnas cooking... only better (thankfully she is not tech savvy or I would have to beware of the wooden spoon). I will definitely be going back. The food is amazing and the renovated and have new management and staff so now it’s a really pleasant place to enjoy great food.
My wife and I are frequent customers, always bustling, very friendly and the food is bar non the best on Deman. It's small, but intimate and we love it when the chef comes out to talk to the customers and see how their dinner was
I love it when I discover new little places with a whole lot of heart. There’s no question that’s the case at Amici Miei Cucina Italiana (1114 Denman St. 604-563-6610), in Vancouver’s West End.
Owners Manrico Serpente and Marcella Gentile told me they came to Vancouver last year for the very first time, from Abruzzo, Italy. It’s not easy to make such a move in mid-life. They’re truly delightful people and I wish them every success.
Amici itself is nothing fancy: the room is simply but cleanly furnished—and that very much reflects what’s on the menu. The fare is straightforward but the sauces are delicious. Amici’s Miei’s menu is divided into small tapas plates (which seem more generous than most) and pasta dishes listed by sauce style—as in red white and rosé. Most of the pasta is made in house fresh daily. Purchased pasta (more elaborate, Rigatoni and Fusili) is clearly marked on the menu.
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I have tried several Italian restaurants in Vancouver and I can assure you that this place has the best pizza in town.
I was pleasantly surprised to find such amazing Italian food in West End.
The atmosphere was cozy and romantic and the chefs were simply amazing, very friendly, warm and welcoming!
I can't explain in words how happy I am but I'll definitely be back again!
The price was more than reasonable for the quality. 100% would recommend.
Visited Amici Miei for dinner tonight and had an amazing experience. The service was excellent, and all of the food we tried was also great. Especially the Gnocchi and Tiramisu. Both are some of the best versions I have tried in Vancouver, and you must visit to try them when in the West End.
I'm Italian and I arrived here just few months ago. I found this Italian restaurant and I was curious so I went there to eat. The atmosphere was so nice, I really felt the Italian vibes! The waitress was really kind and outgoing.
The food was EXCELLENT, IT WAS REAL ITALIAN FOOD. I can't wait to come back in this restaurant! If you want to try Italian food you should go there!! The prices are good, they're not high.
Pictures do not do the food justice. The new owner from Rome came out to talk to every table and cooks all meals herself. The bolognese was one of the best I've had. The service itself was very slow. With one waitress attending the entire place you can't expect anything speedy. Be patient. It's worth it. The free bread more then makes up for it and is baked in house.
This place is a hidden gem in West end! Really cute spot with super attentive service! The server (might also be owner) was Italian and was really helpful on our food picks.
The food was VERY authentic, the pasta was so delicious, I personally loved the papadelle.
We need more family style restaurants like this in our downtown community!
Highly recommend!!
what a hidden gem of a restaurant in the area of Stanley Park along Denman Street..absolutely authentic Italian.. generous portions of really delicious and tasty food.. friendly atmosphere and such a warm welcoming..cozy atmosphere.. a must Italian cuisine restaurant.. in the evening at the entrance to Stanley Park there are spectacular views at this Beach Avenue and Denman Street a short walk from the restaurant..
Hands down the best meal experience in downtown Vancouver so far. Lasagna had perfect additional sauce on plate, truffle mushroom spaghetti was perfectly flavoured and the seafood pasta was light and delightful. Pictures say it all. Thanks for such a memorable experience. Total bill was about $75 for two adults and two kids.
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