Modern Italian cooking emphasizing quality and value. Lupo Restaurant located at the entrance to Vancouver’s famous Yaletown area. Theatres, Concert and sporting venues all within a short walk.
"A casual dinner before the symphony was memorable. Service was attentive and friendly, not stuffy. Started with a Caesar to share and it was amazing. Followed with excellent Osso bucco and pancetta-wrapped ling cod."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"This was a dinner to celebrate a birthday. From the initial welcome to the farewell the service was wonderful. The food was delicious and plentiful. We will be returning."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Enjoyed a fabulous post-Vancouver marathon dinner here on Sunday evening with 4 others who'd also ran. We agreed we couldn't have picked a better place. Amazing food, service and ambience. Would definitely go back and refer this to others!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"The special antipastas for the day were great but the pasta dish we had could have been just a little less al dente but the sauce was excellent with the rabbit. The rib eye steak could have been more tender but I guess for an italian restaurant beef is not the speciality. My lamb chops had to be returned as it was not very tender and I had trouble chewing it.Very disappointed as the waitress recommended this dish. The halibut special and veal were excellent. Don't forget to order the focaccia bread made in house. In other restaurants we have been the dessert is complimentary for the birthday person so we were a bit disappointed that the restaurant did not do this. All in all an enjoyable experience."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Went with a friend, and neither of us had been there before. The waitress was friendly and knowledgeable, knew the specials by heart, and was happy to recommend one dish over another when I couldn't make up my mind between two. For starters, my companion had the lobster soup and pronounced it delicious; I had the special, the burrata, which was as beautiful to taste as to look at. For mains, she had the ling cod, and I had another special, the veal ossobucco - two more winners. And both the lemon tart and the cheese plate were wonderful, though the cheese plate is meant to be shared. The service was attentive but we were not hurried along, though we sat and talked for at least an hour after our wine was finished and the bill was paid. Fanta"
Dined on 26/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Absolutely fantastic food. Service was slightly OTT and a bit annoying after a while - too rehearsed to a point of insincerity... some times it's nice just to have polite service and be left alone. BUT the food and service from all other staff was completely outstanding, so professional and honestly the food was really delicious!"
Dined on 24/04/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"Second visit to Lupo. Just as good as the first. Food is truly excellent and service very good indeed. A fine restaurant for those who appreciate good cuisine."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"We often go to Lupo and are never disappointed. Rarely eat off the menu since there is always an interesting special or two to try. Great service, great food - very convivial."
Dined on 19/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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"Amazing food, great people. We had an awesome time and really enjoyed ourselves. If one thing I would add/change is to have more Amarone wine on the wine list...But that's just a personal request ;-)"
Dined on 22/03/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"The food was very good but I wouldn't say outstanding for the price on our visit. What really stood out for me was the very friendly people serving you which created a wonderfully relax and happy atmosphere the moment the greeted you at the door.
Above I said I would reccommend Lupo and I would but with a bit of caution thrown in about food impression vs price. There is a point where you cross over in price that expectations become far more demanding and I honestly feel (and soo did our party) that Lupos is overpriced (especially their specials)for the taste experience offered."
Dined on 19/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"This was our first visit but we'll be back for sure! One of those restaurants where every part of the meal was done perfectly, very impressed. The location is also perfect to catch a meal before the game."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Wonderful experience. Loved the special cloth bag given for take away. Felt like I was coming into a friend's home when I was greeted at the door so warmly and my coat was taken."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"My niece and I had dinner before the Opera. The food was wonderful, our waiter was attentive but not intrusive and our meals were delivered with plenty of time for coffee and chatting afterward. We arrived at the QE well before curtain time. Each of us would most definitely go again."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"One of those knock it out of the park evenings - they don't happen often but when they do you'll remember that dinner for a long time. Veal Osso Buco, Sable fish, Prawn filled pasta with lobster butter sauce, octopus carpatio...all perfectly cooked - beautifully presented - superb. Excellent service by Moe."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Chose this restaurant as it advertises on the celiac scene website. I did leave a note on opentable that I'm celiac when I made the reservation, but I don't think anyone at the restaurant read it. Waiter was nice and would have been good if I didn't have celiac, but was not knowledgeable about gluten free eating. Few choices for a gluten free vegetarian. My husband is not celiac and not vegetarian--he thought his meal was ok, but nothing to write home about!"
Dined on 08/03/2013
2009
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"lovely menu.veal dish was moist and tasty,pasta cooked to perfection,porkloin also very nice. Surprised when we ordered a cheese platter for the table with dessert that the cheese was served too cold to be enjoyable .Plus presentation was terrible plops of chees thrown on a plate. Take it off the menu if you can not do it right. plus our waitress was too chatty ,had a hard time enjoying the company at our table. We will be back tho because most of the meal was a welcomed surprise."
Dined on 22/02/2013
2011
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"My word, what a lovely night. Chris recommended the veal and olive empanada, and a mid course of ravioli. I had the veal chop, and the veal chop I was dating had the ribeye, rare. Seriously - I have seen cows hurt worse than that get back up! It was delicious! As always, I asked chris to choose the wine ...
BEST place for dinner! Gracious staff!"
Dined on 01/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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"We were in Vancouver for medical appointments. It was a stressful day. We met at friend at Lupo and it was the highlight of our trip. Everything was enjoyable."
Dined on 27/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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"We loved that it was close to our hotel. We were looking for a quiet place to celebrate our anniversary. Found this online and liked the reviews. The waitress was very patient and knowlegeable. Everything that we ordered was well prepared and delicious from the appetizer to the coffee. A bit pricey but worth it."
Dined on 24/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Went out for our anniversary dinner wanting something special and Lupo delivered. Esquist food, just the right level of attentiveness from our server and a relaxing romantic atmosphere.
The octopus was deliciously delicate and short ribs delivered a robust flavour and texture."
Dined on 25/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Quaint house, modern unpretentious feel. Everything was cooked perfectly and seasoned exceptionally. The chef and cooks in the kitchen know what they're doing and this is coming from their point of view. As a growing cook myself I have become a hard judge but the clearest form of good food is simple deliciousness and Lupo delivered. Desserts were bang on and interesting texturally, not over sweet. I would recommend and definitely go back!"
Dined on 22/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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"AWESOME FOOD, NOT YOUR TYPICAL MENU. STAFF IS VERY KNOWLEDGABLE ON THE WINE AND ALSO FOOD, VERY FRIENDLY.TOOK FOREVER TO FIND SOMETHING TO EAT JUST BECAUSE THE WHOLE MENU SOUNDS SO AMAZING!"
Dined on 13/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Went to Lupo on a Sunday, was quiet and romantic. Service, food ,ambiance was exceptional. Husband had the caesar salad, and canelloni, I had the arugula salad with fresh oranges, and the penne bolognese. Can't wait to go back to try the other dishes. We heard about this restaurant from my daughter and son-in-law. This is where he proposed to her and I couldn't think of a more romantic spot! Also a very good wine list to choose from."
Dined on 17/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Prices was too expensive for the food. The taste and outcome of the food wasn't good but not bad. For starters we ordered the chorizo but what came out was pretty interesting. 2 thin slices of chorizo, a thin slice ham on a bed of beans for $12. Then for main I ordered lamb ossobuco, it was dry on the outer portion and rissoto wasnt that tasteful. My wife ordered canneloni, same thing, it wasnt bad but nothing great. I just hate restaurants who have an expensive menu but still charge extra for bread and olive oil. I didn't even bother complaining because i knew when they brought out the appetizers, this resto isn't worth my money."
Dined on 13/02/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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"Outstanding service. Our server let us switch to a different bottle of wine after opening a bottle we didn't like. this bottle wasn't part of the single serve menu so that was very accommodating. Very noisy. I was hoping for a more interesting pasta menu but the food was good. It was unfortunate that they never had the gas fireplace on. All in all a nice dinner out."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"My husband and I have been to Lupo once before, and decided to go for Valentine's Day this year. To our surprise, we had the same server we had at our previous visit, Moe, who treated us so well previously. Again, Moe made our experience a great one. So friendly and helpful, his suggestions for Wine and Grappa were excellent and his meal recommendations did not disappoint. For us, Moe is what makes our experience at Lupo so fantastic. Often times, even with outstanding food and outstanding cocktails, a server can't keep up. But in the case of Lupo, they've got it all! We will definitely be back."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"My wife and I had a wonderful Valentine's Day dinner at Lupo. While Lupo was fully booked on this night, it remained comfortable and unrushed. The food still came out in a timely manner and the staff were as friendly and professional as ever. I also liked that they didn't reduce their offerings to a set menu to make life easier for themselves. As always the food was superb - the best Italian restaurant in Vancouver."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"The owner or manager treated us very well and was very professional. My favorites were the Veal Shank and the Short Rib Ravioli. There were some long waits in between dishes but overall a good experience."
Dined on 11/02/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"Chris remembers us every time we go for dinner at Lupo, and we have only been 3 times. We were treated to a glass of bubbly when we arrived, and our server Nathan- made it an evening to remember. Each 'special' he explained with ease and knew exactly how to explain the flavours and presentation of the meals. He was an incredible server, and while we were there I noticed that a lot of the servers had been there since our first visit 2 years ago- which to me is a good sign of a good place to work. We had a memorable night, and we will definitely be returning for dinner in the future."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I absolutely loved my experience at Lupo! From the excellent service to the incredible food. All in all THE BEST restaurant experience I have had in Vancouver."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Went to Lupo this weekend for a birthday dinner with some friends. Wonderful food (try the pumpkin tortellini), really great service, nice wine list, no complaints there at all. My only complaint would be that we were seated right next to the front door where there were crowds of people waiting for a table. They were literally all around us. I noticed that some people who did not have reservations were seated at much better tables than we had. I think if someone indicates in the reservation that it's a special occasion, then a better table is warranted."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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