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Vancouver Dining:
A Delicious Selection of Vancouver Restaurants
Circolo
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| Circolo |
THE SCENE
Circolo means "a place where people meet and socialize." This comfortable spot is rich with warm wood, brilliant banquettes and beautiful colours such as blues and golds. Enjoy live piano entertainment. Have a seat along the huge bar, stretching the length of the room. Or for somewhere more quiet and relaxed, slip out back to the gorgeous patio, serene with flowers in bloom and trees for privacy.
DON'T-MISS DISHES
- Pan-seared Quebec duck foie gras with honey lavender jus, caramellized pear
- Escargots de Bourgogne with garlic butter
- Caramelized cream of squash soup with crabmeat and grape seed oil
- Braised lamb shank ravioli with Provencal vegetable
- Ahi tuna seared rare with a sesame crust
BRAGGING RIGHTS
The flavours, energy and excitement of Florence, Paris and New York come together at Circolo. Staff are always happy to accommodate private functions in one of the two private dining rooms. The wine room seats 14, while the Circolino room seats 40 and has its own private kitchen. For special functions, business meetings, retreats or weddings, the restaurant welcomes groups of up to 130. Valet parking available.
Address: 1116 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC
Telephone: 604.687.1116
Appetizers: $9 – $19
Entrées: $13 – $36
Credit Cards: MC, AE, VISA, DC, DS, JCB, EN
Don Francesco Ristorante
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| Don Francesco Ristorante |
THE SCENE
Legendary host Francesco Alongi has continued a family legacy of restauranteurs, begun by his grandfather in his native Italy, to bring to the heart of Vancouver an Italian oasis just steps from fashionable Robson Street. A decor reminiscent of the piazzas in Italy and Francesco's signature hospitality encourage diners to relax, linger and enjoy classic Italian cuisine, or depart from the usual and experience a dish from the largest wild game menu in Canada. featuring recipes carefully selected by Francesco himself.
DON'T-MISS DISHES
- Originals from the Wild Game Menu — such as wild boar fillet sweet and sour, golden broiled quail piquant, or partridge Hungarian-style
- Slow-roasted duck a la Vignarola — famed recipe of whole duck for two, from a renowned chef of Italy and perfected by Francesco — not to be missed
BRAGGING RIGHTS
Serving celebrities and residents alike, Don Francesco Ristorante treats all patrons like royalty. The restaurant accommodates parties up to 150, including a cozy wine room for 12, with personalized menus and service. A seasonal patio is available, and weekends are complemented by strolling musicians, providing the final touch to a truly memorable dining experience.
Address: 860 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
Telephone: 604.685.7770
Appetizers: $8.50 – $21.95
Entrées: $14.95 – $36.50
Credit Cards: MC, AE, VISA, DD
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