Lupo

Very good Italian food. Solid service. I did hesitate though giving 4 stars based on the price I wish I could give 3.5 stars as the prices were a bit disappointing. I have visited many Italian restaurants as experienced the same if not slightly better quality of food with nicer ambiance for 10-15% less then here. So again very flavourful food but prices a little high when comparing similar level of Italian restaurants.

Wonderful experience! I just love the layout of the very unique restaurant. An old converted house which immediately puts you in a cozy state of mind. If you want to impress a date - this is the place to take her.

Our server (I wish I remembered her name) was awesome! Attentive but not intrusive.

I had the ribeye and my companion had the salmon. This chef definitely know his/her stuff. The som ( at least I think he was the wine expert) was very knowledgable and paired our meals with a delicious wine. (Protip! If they have a sommelier, take advantage of his/her skills)

Definitely a big fan of Lupo.

Decided to check out Lupo with a gf last week. The restaurant is inside a house in Yaletown which is a bit different but a cute unique experience.

Immediately upon arrival I felt a bit underdressed. I was wearing a trench, jeans, some sneakers and a nicer top. There were definitely some guests dressed similarly but there were also people dressed more formally.

To start we had a special salad. While tasty, the portion was very small - about three to four mouthfuls per person, split between the two of us. I had the chicken fettucine and it was DELICIOUS. One of the better pastas I've had in a while. The flavor was exquisite and you could really taste the truffle. My con- would be the chicken it was barely there. It was one very thin slice of chicken placed on top. My friend specifically commented on it and referenced how she thought cactus was stingy but this was much much worse. But the flavor, pasta and other ingredients made it easy to overlook the lack of chicken.

We shared the tiramisu for dessert and it was fantastic.

The service was also impeccable. The server was incredibly knowledgeable - she explained all of the specials in great detail and I was impressed how one could memorize so much on a daily basis without some notes or stumbling somewhere.

My partner and I were craving some good Italian food so decided to checkout Lupo. I'm glad we had a reservation because it was pretty crowded on the Friday night, we sat on our table as soon as we entered. They have an upstairs and downstairs dine-in space, we were sat upstairs where it was really loud. The tables were very close to one another so it was very difficult to have a conversation, we asked our server if we could get another spot and she was very nice enough to move us. The ambience of the place is cliche, nothing too fancy.

My partner is vegetarian so that night we only ordered vegetarian dishes and I was very surprised to see that they had a lot of options. After we placed our order, it took them almost 30mins to get our food and it started with the main course first because our appetizer only came 20mins before we left. (They were nice enough to make the appetizer on the house considering the wait time).

For main course we got their Taglierini which had mushrooms, chillies, garlic, and olive oil. The pasta was very dry and did not have much flavour, it felt like something I could've made at home. My partner got their ricotta gnocchi bolognese (but only tomato sauce, no beef) and it was cold so the flavours didn't pop. It was average at best and also felt like something we could've made at home.

For appetizer we got their focaccia bread because our server really spoke highly of it but it was subpar, did not feel like we were having fresh focaccia bread. Because our appetizer came so late, I asked our server if we could cancel it and she said "we are paying for it so you should have it" in a very aggressive tone which I did not appreciate. The server although gave us a space when asked and took the appetizer off the menu, was in general pushy and made us a bit uncomfortable with the tone that she spoke to us. It was a busy night so maybe she was overworked? I would give her the benefit of the doubt.

Considering the price of the food, I expected something more than what I got. Would I go again? maybe not but if I do go, I will try more of their meat items because I think those seem to be the favourites.

Delicious food served up on hot plates. Very attentive staff. Lovely old house turned restaurant. Convenient location to many nearby homes and hotels. Pricey but worth it.

As a connoisseur of Italian cuisine, I've always been on the lookout for that perfect blend of authentic flavors and modern twists. Lupo Restaurant & Vinoteca, nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling Yaletown, is a culinary gem that delivers just that. Upon entering Lupo, I was immediately struck by the warm and inviting ambiance. The soft lighting and rustic decor transported me to a quaint trattoria in the Italian countryside. The staff greeted us with genuine smiles and an eagerness to enhance our dining experience.The menu, a testament to Italian cooking, emphasizes quality and value. Each dish we ordered was a revelation. The pasta, cooked to al dente perfection, was a standout, boasting savory flavors and generous portion sizes. The ingredients' freshness spoke volumes, and the attention to detail in the presentation was impeccable. This is my family's go to place for celebrations etc!

Tried Lupo for my partner's birthday and it was a lovely time! Staff was very attentive and friendly: we got the focaccia and their special seafood starter as appetizers. The octopus and shrimp in the starter were so fresh, well cooked and flavourful. The focaccia was gooey on the inside and the vegetables added some tartness and crunch. For our mains we tried their special fettuccine with fresh black truffle and a lobster tagliatelle. This one was not for me as I felt it was lacking in flavour and the truffle was not very strong. The lobster tagliatelle was tasty, but did not stand out too much for me. Lastly, we got the tiramisu. This was one of the best tiramisus I've had in a while - not too sweet or creamy. It was light and had the perfect balance of rum, cake, and mascarpone cheese.

I've been to Lupo several times now and the food is always fantastic. Ambience is great as well. It's situated inside a townhome and I find it so cute. There's a lot of stairs though.

The wagyu carpaccio was delicious and well portioned. Just the right amount of flavour too as sometimes it can be overseasoned/dressed up. The focaccia was like a little pizza with zucchini, tomatoes and cheese. I ordered the beef cheek rigatoni, which was their special for the night. Incredibly tender beef that would just fall apart in your mouth. The fettucine was also great but not as memorable. I've had their creme brulee and orange cake (?) on a different occasion and they were up to the same standard as the rest of the dishes.

Unfortunately there's nothing that makes this place extremely memorable for me. Everything tastes good but nothing is so unique and well done that I have to come back to Lupo for it. Still a solid restaurant and one I would recommend to friends but not a must try in my opinion. There was no magic.

Wow! Thought for sure I'd be hungry after leaving but definitely filled me up. Started with the Tagliatelle Nero and was NOT disappointed. The prawns were so good, I could have stopped there. But I went into my second course, AAA Beef Tenderloin. This was very good as well. Think more about it, I actually enjoyed my first course better but not complaining. The third course might have been my favorite (my inner fat guy saying that). 70% Chocolate Torte - Caramel Gelato. Thankfully my fiancé isn't much of a fan of sweets so she only had a few bites of hers. So technically, I had 1.5 desserts on NYE. But that's fine right? 2023 = New Year/New Me. So I could have ended the entire 2022 with eating desserts. Lol
Service was awesome too. Server was engaged and recommended different entrees from the set menu (NYE Special). Would definitely like to try again from their normal menu.

After my first experience with Lupo (with friends) just over a decade ago, the hubby made reservations for dinner there on my birthday.

With an early reservation, my husband and I had a few moments of the restaurant all to ourselves. I am a sucker for homes converted into cafes or restaurants, so I was excited to be returning and imagining what the place may have been like as someone's residence. There were a lot of staff milling around before the place started to fill up (which it did, and quickly).

Overall I found the waitress helpful in explaining the specials and answering our questions. On her suggestion, we went with the Lupo Focaccia Bread vs the Bread Basket. Fresh from the oven, it was hot and fluffy and topped with cheese, tomatoes and (I think) Zucchini. It looked like a mini pizza and was a bit more expensive, but I was happy we decided to go with that choice.

Husband chose the Taglierini. I have no clue how it tasted, but I will presume it was good...soley based on the speed in which he devoured his food. I decided to splurge on one of the specials, the Wagu Beef Ravioli with mushrooms. It was a delicious and creamy filling, with hints of truffles and mushrooms. I opted for a sprinkle of Parmesan Cheese, which was a nice compliment with the pasta. My husband did a double take when my food arrived because it was only six pieces of stuffed and artfully arranged ravioli. He kept asking me I had enough food. I wasn't hungry by the time I finished the plate, but I definitely wished there were at least a few more pieces of ravioli.

Tiramisu was the suggested choice for dessert, since we were told it was Italian and the restaurant definetly knows Italian cuisine. I'm not an expert in desserts, but I did note the Tiramisu was light, fluffy, not too sweet, but a good "confident" taste of espresso. Bonus points to Lupo for topping the cake with a candle (waitress said she got me a bigger piece because it was my birthday).

Overall, good for a fancier dinner/special occasion if you are interested in dining in a place with a different ambiance.

The most full I've been in Vancouver with delicious food! I highly recommend Lupo. The portions are huge packed with tons of flavor. The fettuccine had amazing herbal aromas, the chicken was beyond juicy, and the ravioli was seriously divine. I would also highly recommend the wagyu capriccio.

Our waiter was attentive, fast despite having a full section, and kind.