50 Best Italian Restaurants near Vanier

“The food is delicious, very flavourful. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is friendly and cozy. They make you feel at home in this quaint little restaurant. I would highly recommend it to Italian food lovers.“

“Lovely atmosphere and ambience. Service was impeccable and the food amazing …. First time there with a wonderful friend that introduced us to this hidden jewel. Will definitely be back!!!“

“Nice service“

“I recently visited the store with a friend. Upon entering, the staff greeted us warmly and were exceptionally polite. They assisted us in selecting a delicious pizza, and we were thoroughly impressed by the taste and quality. The pizzas were absolutely delightful.“

“Fantastic sandwiches and amazing staff and ownership. Actually the arancini and desserts are great too - everything is!“

“Went here for our 2nd wedding anniversary. A very delicious widespread of food! We were not disappointed. Amazing customer service, cute drinks, and yummy food. What more could we ask for?! One of our favourites was their unique dinner for two, fried chicken pizza and salad! Very filling, a good contrast, and not greasy! We will definitely be back!“

“Great space. Warm service. Great for a quick bite, or a multiple course adventure. Everything was seasoned incredibly. The pizzas are nice and light, and balanced. I recommend getting a couple and sharing. Beers are cold. Cocktails are dope. The staff seemed stoked. Everything was great. Ottawa staple for me.“

“Super resto ! Plats frais et savoureux, belle sélection de bières/vins/cocktails et une ambiance de feu. Parfait pour passer une bonne soirée entre amis ou en couple. Je recommande à 100%!“

“We enjoyed our dining experience very much! The ambiance and service was fantastic! The food was fresh and delicious with excellent size portions! Highly recommend!“

“Arguable the best pizza I've ever eaten. So good I had to let the owner know. I've tried alot in my lifetime and nothing compared to this spot, its in a bracket of its own.

I tried to buy a coffee cup as a reminder of the spot, I know a coffee cup from a pizza joint, but it was a cool cup. But Eric (the owner) or maybe co-owner, gave me one for free.

As a maritimer visiting ottawa on a work trip, I've heard of the spot and don't get me wrong. I understand people have their views on pizza, but this was light, crust was crispy, and it sit well when picking up a slice.

I tried the deluxe I believe, I wanted to stay on the safe side for a first timer, but I'll definitely be trying more if or when I get the chance to go back.
9.1/10“

“Had a Italian Meat Panini....Pfft Forget about it.....Best sandwich I've had in years!!! Awesome...“

“Amazing sandwiches, bought many frozen meals especially lasagna different sizes, ALL amazing. Just tried the beef barley soup…best ever had! Top notch customer service as well!“

“Fabulous place with Great food and Service!! You should definitely give it a try. Have gone a few times now and every time has been great.“

“We went tonight for our friend’s birthday. Food was amazing, drinks were good, service was excellent. 10/10 recommend. Note it is small inside, very quaint. As a person with a young baby, I won’t be bringing her (my daughter) there; we’ll keep it for a date night 😅“

“was a great experience 10 outta 10“

“Great food! Atmosphere was great, and the waitress was very accommodating. Only thing I can suggest was the tables are too small.“

“One of the best pizzas I’ve had in a long time!

Tangerine Pizza brought me right back to my childhood favorite — Buckingham Pizza. Thick crust, loaded with toppings and cheese, and absolutely delicious. It’s the kind of place where finishing a medium pizza by yourself is almost impossible!

The combo came with a soup, two drinks, and a garlic sauce that would make any shawarma place jealous. Yes, it’s a bit on the pricey side, but totally worth it. I highly recommend giving it a try — one or two slices are plenty for one person!

(Yes, AI helped me write the review but the content is 100% true and honest)“

“Super nice service and very delicious food. The carbonara was a bit of a surprise for me, as I lived for a while in Italy, but never had a Carbonara with onions before,... but maybe it's a variaty of a specific Italian region 😅😎 which I haven't heard of 🤔 Overall : it's a five star experience with brilliant staff and atmosphere 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 👍🎉❤️“

“I visited recently with my extended family for my aunt’s celebration of life. The staff were amazingly considerate to our needs. My son and I have a number of anaphylactic allergies, which we made the staff aware of in advance. The staff were so kind as to point out which items would be safe for my son, and which to steer clear of. I then asked if they might be able to make me a dish that was no longer on their menu, and they obliged. It was just as delicious, if not better than I had remembered! 10/10 service, and 10/10+ food! We’ll be back soon, my son is still talking about the delicious Mac and cheese!“

“We were looking for authentic Italian and this is it!! We highly recommend you make time to stop here!!!“

“Hopefully will return one day 😢 best Italian restaurant Ottawa has had by far!“

“Wow, just an amazing experience. Food is delicious, coffee stand out with quality and taste. Super friendly and family oriented atmosphere. Alit of non mall restaurants don’t even reach this level of perfection. Tks Maggie :)“

“We celebrated my mother's 85th birthday at Mr. B's last night and it was fantastic. The food was amazing, our server was amazing and really seemed to genuinely enjoy being there. The owner was very accommodating and attentive and came by several times. We will be back for sure.“

“First time trying, Mr. Mozzarella I got a large steak mushrooms and onions pizza nice amount of topping and cheese was golden brown cooked perfectly crust had a nice crunch when you bit into it dough was soft inside perfectly done the tomato sause had a slight sweet taste but paired well with the pizza“

“My experience was amazing. The food and service was genuinely outstanding. I was blown away by the customer service and friendliness of the staff. The server had impeccable knowledge of the menu and the food was to die for. I would definitely 10/10 recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to be blown away by a local restaurant with unique interior and delicious one of kind cuisine.“

“This was our third year in a row hosting a large dinner (13 people) in the private room downstairs, and each and every time it's been the perfect experience. The AV equipment is a breeze to set up, we control the volume of the music and the temperature in the room. That space, the team, the set menu they offer- just the best!“

“Ordered the vegetarian pizza, chicken wings with honey garlic sauce, and deep fried shrimp. The owners/staff were absolutely amazing people and took care to provide incredible service to every customer. I didn’t even get any pictures because of how much we were enjoying the food 😅 The pizza was absolutely the star of the show, a must try! We will be returning <3“

“Wonderful restaurant! We went for dinner on a Wednesday night and my date was right about needing reservations, the place was packed and with good reason! The service was stellar despite the crowd and the food was excellent. We shared the zucchini sticks, which we've tried at many places, and these are hands down the favourites! I had the lobster ravioli which was rich and flavourful and the limoncello tartufo, definitely the best lemon ice cream I've ever had, fresh and bright flavour. Highly recommend!“

“Lucho provided catering for my wedding for 110 people absolutely loved it. He served for us, had a great price, and provides excellent customer service. I’d highly recommend him for anything from a single lasagna to catering for over 100 people. Thanks Lucho“

“Hands down best spot for food“

“My husband and I just ate the BEST burger we have ever had!! And we eat a lot of burgers. This burger has ruined all other burgers for me. It was SO delicious!!“

“Best pizza we’ve had in a long time and the service was incredible!“

“We had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was truly impressive: the chicken parmigiana, in particular, was cooked to perfection. It had a wonderfully crispy exterior while staying juicy and full of flavour inside. The pasta was perfectly cooked as well, complemented by a tomato sauce that was noticeably fresh, savoury, and just sweet enough.

We were also lucky to have very attentive and friendly service. The only downside was that the wait was a bit long, but in a way it reassured us that the dishes were being freshly prepared, and it gave us plenty of time to relax and chat.

Overall, it’s a great spot for an informal meal or a casual dinner. Highly recommend if you’re looking for good food in a comfortable setting.“

“Our first but definitely not last time coming! Fresh food and amazing service. We had the lasagna and ravioli and it was 10/10!! The sauces and flavours in both dishes were incredible. To finish off we had the chocolate mousse and that was amazing.“

“Bouffe excellente, belle décoration, bonne ambiance. Bémol pour le service. La serveuse était gentille, mais avait l'air dépassé et non coordonné. Notre vin a été servi pratiquement à la fin du repas. Ceci dit, nous recommanderons votre resto et nous y retournerons.“

“The pasta was pretty decent and actually not too pricey compared to other spots around. The meat, though, felt a bit on the expensive side for such a small portion. I wasn’t really into the coffee either; it tasted burnt to me. Overall, it was a decent experience, but there are definitely some things that could be improved.“

“Great ambiance, food and music“

“We had Canneloni and the Chicken Alfredo and both were really good! And service was super firendly and attentive! Definitely coming back!“

“Yessss very good , me and my wife is are best restaurant now and very nice people“

“One of the best meals I’ve ever had from East Side Mario’s!!
Fresh, tasty, and well made.
I know it’s a chain restaurant which is usually not my thing, but we gave it a shot.
Place was very busy.
They have new items on a menu, partner got a spicy chicken and pasta dish, really enjoyed it.
( I’m lactose intolerant and everything on the new menu was covered in cheese)
Big portions also.“

“Wonderful evening in this warm and charming high end restaurant. Food was delicious, service was great. The Christmas decorations added to the warmth of the season. The sound level made conversation easy-flowing through our party of six. Highly recommend Mamma Teresa Ristorante for a special night out.“

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“I had the pleasure of dining at East Side Mario’s last night, and I must say, everything exceeded my expectations. From the warm atmosphere to the delicious food, it was an all-around wonderful evening. What really stood out to me was the exceptional service — particularly from the manager. He was incredibly professional, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. He made sure everything was perfect at our table and checked in to ensure we were enjoying our meal. It’s rare to see that level of care and hospitality, and it made a big difference. The staff overall were friendly and efficient, the food came out hot and fresh, and the environment was clean and comfortable. I truly felt valued as a guest. Highly recommend this location if you’re looking for great Italian-inspired food and top-notch service. Big thanks to the manager and team for making our dinner so enjoyable!“

“Excellent location, atmosphere, service and food.“

“First time trying the pizza here at Giovanni’s Snack Bar and Pizzeria. Absolutely delicious!! Ordered the Margarita Pizza. Giovanni was extremely kind from the moment I walked in until I left today. I would highly recommend choosing Giovanni’s the next time you are craving pizza or when you’re in the area!“

“Bonne nouvelle! Petit changement au Mia Pasta au Promenade, le propriétaire du Mia Pasta à Hull vient d’acheter le Mia Pasta à Gatineau! Le Mia Pasta à Hull a toujours été excellent! Maintenant, nous pourrons aller manger aux deux restaurants sans problème qualité goût!“

“Sandwich was amazing! Glad I will be working near this location for the next few weeks! I know what I'm having everyday for lunch! 😊“

“Awesome food great staff !!!“

“This place made me feel like if I was in Italy once again! The food was great and the staff was welcoming and attentive. We shared a sandwich between two people since the portions were big. And we finished it off with 2 cannoli. The atmosphere was definitely pleasant, very relaxed. You can play some board games while you wait for the food. Will come back to try the other sandwiches.“

“Encore un très bon repas . Pizza et frites.“