Frankie's Italian Vancouver in Vancouver

765 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4, Canada

★★★★☆
(1611 reviews)
Categories: Italian restaurant

About

Traditional Italian food and genuine hospitality

Website
frankiesitaliankitchen.ca
Address
765 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M4, Canada
Plus Code
7VHP+7J Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
7 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
7 AM–7 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
7 AM–11 PM
Friday
7 AM–11 PM
Saturday
7 AM–11 PM
Sunday
7 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet Assistive hearing loop Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Happy-hour food Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Paid street parking

Photos

Reviews

4.3
★★★★☆
1611 reviews

Most Mentioned

jazz (91) arancini (16) seafood linguine (14) lamb shank (14) beef carpaccio (11) polenta fries (7) shrimp tagliatelle (7) beet (6) pesto chicken gnocchi (5) casarecce (5)
5 stars
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★★★★★
November 6, 2024

A casual Italian restaurant - great for groups and a cosy dinner. We came for a birthday party, and we were pleasantly surprised by the food and experience. Everything was decent - well portioned and reasonably priced, especially for downtown. We'd all come back. Great for large groups and nice family dinners for all ages.

★★★★★
November 3, 2024

Come for a great experience at the jazz bar ! Food is from Frankie's Italian restaurant next to it and you get live music with great food.. we had a great time.. book ahead

★★★★
November 2, 2024

Overall a really great experience. The food was a bit pricy for the quantity. And the quantity also seemed a bit less. Although the size the dishes were very filling. The service was amazing 👏 and our server was so kind. The ambience was pretty nice as the restaurant itself is part of a 5 star hotel but it was a tiny bit too dim. Would definitely recommend as an Italian restaurant with family. 👍

★★★★★
October 7, 2024

Loved the atmosphere as soon as we walked into the restaurant. Portrayed a classy setting. Queva made this experience exceptional - thank you. Appreciated the complimentary bread and oil/balsamic vinegar dip to start us off. Tonight, we enjoyed the rigatoni salsiccia and the chicken parmesan. The seafood linguine looked really good too. Maybe next trip. Service was quick and efficient.

★★★
August 4, 2024

I came for this resturant after reading the reviews, i was so disappointed, the service was excellent, very welcoming and large portions. Atmosphere depressing and very dim . What was called a risotto is nothing but a mashed rice.pasta acceptable but not impressive . Ice cream was cheap quality and very small even for a child. Chicken strips were store bought taste nuggets . The price is high for average or bellow average taste .

★★★★★
July 27, 2024

We had a wonderful dinner here on Tuesday night. Every course was delicious and beautifully cooked. The restaurant itself is elegant and classy without being stuffy and the staff were very accommodating of my 2 year old.

★★★★★
June 18, 2024

Me and my wife went here for our anniversary recently and we loved the food, service and the atmosphere! We ordered the lasagna and chicken and Alfredo for the main course and the polenta fries for our appetizer. Everything had tons of flavour and was cooked perfectly. We will definitely be going back in the future 😊

★★★★
April 29, 2024

I had breakfast here on the first floor while staying at the Georgian Court hotel. The staff was very good service and manners. The restaurant was cosy and the tables were large enough for me but the chairs were too low for me. The vegetarian Benedict for breakfast was delicious. I usually like to drink almond lattes, but this time I tried the coffee too, which I liked as it was a strong yet mild coffee. I didn't have a chance to eat dinner here, but I'd like to try it next time.

★★★★★
December 22, 2024

Great restaurant, the food was super good and the staff were very kind, I highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Me and my family visited this place and ordered Italian dishes. The kids went on with lasagna and spaghetti, I got ravioli mushrooms and my wife ordered chicken parmesan with alfredo sauce. Food was decent and fresh and the waiter was also very accommodating and friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Very good Rigatoni and Beet salad!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

All fives! Specially for Niyah who serves the guests with all her best s on the menu. Thank you guys. We will be back and will definitely recommend you to others. Cheers

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 2, 2024

Jaz inspired Italian eartery with great vegetarian options. Mushroom pizza was hit at our table.

December 2, 2024

Stopped for lunch, rats running everywhere, horrible tasting food and no reduction for the bill for rats jumping on us and servers didn t care about rats and left it wandering around then it went into the kitchen and nothing was done!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Dropped in for just the Caesar on the patio after a rough day. Pleasant spot a bit above the street, so sidewalk ambiance without pedestrians checking your plate. Reset my weekend, Ill get inside next time. (Impeccable service.No attitude at all about my modest order.)

November 23, 2024

The Ravioli was delicious.The staff was rude, asked for the tip by saying we need to pay as a team on behalf of you guys if you don t provide tips. It s a culture here to do the tip. That s extremely inappropriate.

Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Ordered one of my favorite Ravioli pasta. Extremly Delicious. Staff lauri was really rude and when i asked for the cheque we paid it Nd paid the tip as welll and later she said we really appreciate ur help if you dont pay much tip then we need to pay and she taunted us to give more tip. She told thats its culture here to give tip and was being so rude . They r clearly asking for tip in this manner. I always loved this restaurant bcoz of my fav dish raviolis pasta but after this i wont be able to invite my friends Sadly saying i didnt felt welcoming and a bit embarrassed that we were treated like this

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Thank you, Kerry for your incredible recommendations, wine, food & dessert, your intimate knowledge of the menu made our dining experience incredible. Your care and attention to our questions and preferences made it obvious you genuinely strive to enhance our evening. What a refreshing delight to encounter someone invested in customer satisfaction, a seemingly dying craft in an environment that expects the diner to tip 20% for simply delivering food to the table. Then there is Kerry, living the lost art of a dining experience, delicious food & drink, lively environment, and most importantly, someone who intuitively cares about the diners experience. Bravo!

November 23, 2024

Summary: Mice infestation, humdrum service, and thoroughly mediocre Italian food. Listen, I love Ratatouille as much as the next millennial. But rodents in a restaurant in real life is terrifying. I first saw the furry intruder while eating complimentary bread and my heart almost exploded. And he returned, darting past our table in the main dining room throughout the meal. The waiter brushed off my concerns like this is a regular occurrence. Which ok but maybe a heads up so I don t choke on a breadstick? He explained they were excavating next door and mice are hard to catch and they won t bother you. But the hairy little bandit was zipping around like he owned the place, so it was a little hard to tune out. I would forgive the infestation if the food was good. But unfortunately it was thoroughly mediocre (had the pesto gnocchi and spaghetti carbonara) and the waiter was weirdly detached the whole time. No introduction, no smile, curt. To be fair, the rodent conversation was a real mood killer. This experience was next-level terrible and I feel like I succumbed to a tourist trap via the absurdly high reviews l don t think these reviewers understand good Italian food? I m not judging, but they should probably branch out a little more. I promise it only gets better.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Wanted to try Frankie s so we ordered a mushroom pizza and chicken Marsala through Uber eats and were very impressed with the quality and flavours of both items. Next step is to dine in.

★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Average,

November 23, 2024

We went in two nights ago for dinner while on holiday. They currently have a rodent problem - literal mice running around during dinner service. If we hadn t already ordered and felt rude to leave we should have left running. Surely a place should be closed until a rodent issue is resolved? Food was below mediocre, overcooked seafood in the linguine. The only plus was the waitress was nice and clearly felt guilty about the situation though it wasn t her fault.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

I had beef dip sandwich and calamari. Calamari was probably the best I ever had! Beef dip was good. Dip was a bit too salty. The bread was nice. Also had veg benny and it was delicious! Cappuccino was good too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

This place is always a delight. Consistently tasty with fabulous service

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Wow!!! What an experience at Frankie s Amazing service, and what about the food. A 5/5 everything was delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

We ate very well in this Italian restaurant. The setting was really pleasant as was the service. Everything was perfect we had a great time. Breakfast the next morning was also very good.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Great night of jazz music and dinner.

★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Server was wonderful - very knowledgeable about the menu and the wines. I got a gluten free pizza that was pretty terrible, probably the worst one Ive gotten in a restaurant actually- the crust was thin and chewy, not in a good way; it was like a frozen pizza. The ceaser salad had polenta croutons that were good but there was only like 4 of them total. I felt safe as a celiac and there was lots of GF stuff on the menu to try, but definitely avoid the pizza. (If you want good GF pizza in the area go across the street to Per Se, its the best Ive ever had!) I would come back to try the other options though. Dietary restrictions: celiac, gluten free

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Genuine family style Italian restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Fantastic food and very flavourful. Prices on par with quality

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Went for a date night. Really nice little table. Not too loud there. Great atmosphere. The gnocchi was excellent.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Best lasagna

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Booked a reservation for two people before a concert at Rogers Arena and had a lovely meal. We were seated at a table tucked away, which felt private - much appreciated! The meals were just delicious! Service was great - they were very accommodating about us being 10 minutes late. I will definitely be back for another meal and will recommend to family and friends.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The seafood pasta was amazing, very filling I had to take it home. Absolutely amazing servers they deserve At least a 30% every time. Amazing job guys

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Great place to get a bite before a show. Foods delicious.

October 23, 2024

AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! Decided to order room service while staying at the hotel. Besides the 18% auto grat, and $5 delivery charge to walk it 20 meters, the prices werent the worst I have seen. We ordered around 430 and were told 25min, the food showed up over a hour later. This is what were were greeted with: Veal - Meat was clearly cooked hours before serving, then reheated to the point of over cooking. Now just chewy chunks of leather covered in Campbells mushroom soup. The beans had less flavour than a warm cup of water, and the gratin was frozen, then cooked, then burnt, what was once soft is now hard. Pizza - Or should I say SALT block. Almost to the point of being not edible. Our dog wouldnt even touch it. Shrimp Tag - Overcooked gooey noodles, with overcooked rubber shrimp. Mmmm tasty. Spaghetti and Sauce - Custom order since they didnt have any kids options. Just sauce and Spaghetti, only thing that was edible thankfully for my daughter. All together this was $170 of complete disappointment and 3 adults still hungry. They should loose thier Italian Kitchen name for producing food that bad. I realized afterwards, the average clientele was 65+ and it started to make sense that they didnt need to make better food when their customers cant taste it. As someone from the industry I woudla have never order from there after seeing that red flag. Take note travellers.

★★
October 23, 2024

We came in last Saturday after the Weezer concert and sat at the bar. Multiple waiters and the bartender ignored us for almost 10 minutes before someone eventually came and helped us. Even after helping us with drinks and food order, we were barely checked on..glasses sat empty for a while.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Excellent food, wine and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Awesome experience. Great kids menu. Even better grown-up menu. We had Polenta fries and pesto chicken gnocchi. Excellent food quality !

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Having seen this restaurant while passing by, I finally decided to try it. We were lucky we got a table because this restaurant was packed early evening around 5 pm on a weekday! The service was outstanding and so was the food. I tried the arancini, risotto and the fungi pizza. Others on our table ordered the mussels, a shrimp pasta and another entree, and were very impressed with the food. Vegetarian options: Very vegetarian friendly with multiple different options.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

We had a lovely get-together meal with friends, and I only have good things to say about the entire evening. The atmosphere was upscale and elegant, the staff were attentive and knowledgeable, especially our waiter, John. They had vegetarian and vegan options for the food, which was delicious and beautifully served. I look forward to returning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Went last night as I was staying at the Georgian Court Hotel, was really excited to see it was authentic and it did not disappoint. I got the Spaghetti Carbonara, made with the guanchale. the fococcia bread and the oil and balsamic was very well presented and my cheesecake I had for dessert was a perfect end to an amazing meal. The restaurant was quite busy when I was in so the prompt service was quite a nice site to see and experience. I returned for breakfast this morning and got the funghi omelet, and that was amazing too. Will be back to eat at this establishment again in the future.. or maybe again tonight who knows

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Great. Nuff said.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Ate there tonight and it was amazing! Between us we had the lasagna and seafood linguini. Both super flavorful and filling. Was a bit of a wait to get in but was certainly worth it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Love the spaghetti and meatballs!! Plus our server megan was gorgeous and an awesome hostess

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Tasty ravioli pasta

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Loved the food and the service was excellent. The Jazz was outstanding as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Frankie s embodies a classy solid family dining experience. Their risotto is top notch!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Food was amazing, great service and atmosphere.

★★
September 23, 2024

Ladies at entrance are really nice ! Food was good. Unfortunately our waiter was more preocupated by the tables next to use with people in nice suits. If you have to dress well to be nice served then I guess it s a problem ! Wouldn t come back Food : 4/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Had the Seafood Linguine. Super delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

I m gluten free! This place was amazing!!! Gf pasta was good! Staff knowledgeable!

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

It was my first time visiting Frankie s, and I will definitely visit again. Food, atmosphere, service was excellent, thanks to our server Audrey who provided us with excellent service. We were amazed how fast we got our food, within the blink of an eye. I ll definitely recommend.

★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Service: Superficially very nice, but technically poor: Forgotten cutlery, wrong order of dishes and a long wait for the drinks, some of which were wrong. Drinks: The ginger ale tasted like chlorine and was probably made with tap water. The food was also rather mediocre. Anyone who is used to real Italian cuisine from Europe will not have much fun. We were particularly disappointed with the spaghetti carbonara. No pictures because the restaurant is pretty darkly lit in the evening.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Attractive, Delicious, Rich! This restaurant did an amazing job of making us feel welcome, it has a beautiful vibe to it. The waiter was very helpful and kind. There were a lot of gluten free options which is always a huge plus! Although pricey, the food was absolutely incredible! It was rich tasting and beautifully presented. Would definitely recommend this for others! And we will definitely be coming here again!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Great experience. Food was fantastic awesome wine pairing and our waitress Laurie was fantastic. Attentive, knowledgeable, courteous, friendly. Made us feel we were the only ones there. They don t make them like that anymore. Old school server. Very satisfied and had a great experience. Recommend highly.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Some of the best Italian food I ve ever had. Everyone at my table agreed about each dish we ordered. Definitely will return! :)

August 23, 2024

Food was absolutely terrible. My friend and I both experienced severe food poisoning after our meal. The pasta dishes tasted old and frozen, lacking any freshness. It was a truly unpleasant experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Wow what well managed place everything was great

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

We had a lovely dinner here, near our hotel. We enjoyed the cuisine and service and would recommend this restaurant to others looking for quality Italian food.

★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Food was dismal, but live music was fantastic.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

We had a great meal. We tried the beet & steak salads and a pizza. I ll definitely be back to try more of their menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great dining experience. Good food. Live jazz. Lasagna stuffing needed more sauce. Good flavor. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Exquisite food, order a dish with F by it ( Frankie s special) . We ordered lamb shank and seafood linguini , both outstanding! Good service and inside and outside sitting options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Very nice restaurant with a good variety of food options not usually found in Italian places. I had a delicious French dip and boy was it good. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Beautifully prepared dinner and genuine service. We had a wonderful time at Frankies! Would highly recommend the Seafood Linguini!

★★
August 23, 2024

Tried Frankies for the first time last night and both my friend and I were underwhelmed by our food. While our server was lovely, I ordered the Cobb salad and it started off with a very unappealing looking dish. Then taste wise, while the chicken was very tender, it seemed to have been seasoned with Indian spices which didnt work for a Cobb salad. The avocado was not fresh (brown), there was way too much dressing, and just an overall unsatisfying dish for 24$. Its never a good feeling when you walk out of a restaurant regretting spending the money and this was unfortunately my experience at Frankies.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great place to enjoy good foods & drinks and live jazz band.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The staff is incredibly friendly, and the service is top-notch. The appetizers are fantastic, especially the pizza bread pockets, calamari, and garlic bread with sauce. I had the seafood linguine, and the flavors were incredible. This is a must-visit Italian spot if youre in downtown Vancouver.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Traditional Italian food

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

I loved it because the waiter was really nice. The music was a blast and the food was just delicious Kid-friendliness: Gives you a fun colouring page

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great Service, good food, we ordered off the happy hour menu and happy with our dinning/social experience.

★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Reservations are highly recommended. Saturday evening is super busy, and we were lucky enough to grab a spot at the bar. We ordered 2 pastas, mussels and a pizza. The pasta I got reminded me of hamburger helper, so I wasnt thrilled with it (Casarecce Boscaiola). My husband ordered the Shrimp Tagliatelle and he enjoyed it. For pizza we tried the Italian Ham & Mushroom. Loved the thin crust but I wasnt wowd. Would try again for sure and mix up the pasta choices.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Good food and reasonable prices for a hotel restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Great antipasto, pasta & pizza

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Perfect food and service

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Excellent food, very good flavor, I ordered a beef carpaccio to start, it tasted delicious accompanied by fresh arugula, I ordered a pizza with olives and parmesan, with slices of ham, the pizza is of very good quality, the light flour is enjoyable to eat, they put grated parmesan to your food and they are very kind with the portions, I was very satisfied, we also ordered a traditional lasagna, served with plenty of sauce and lots of cheese, excellent option, a comfortable and delicious restaurant

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

I ordered the seafood linguini and it was absolutely fantastic! Its toppings includes shrimp, scallops, clams and pieces of salmon covered in lobster sauce. This is a very popular establishment, so be prepared by making reservations beforehand. It was full when I got there for dinner and they only had spots at the bar which I gladly accepted. The bartender was super friendly and there was an interesting soccer match on TV, so I was thoroughly entertained. I was also there for breakfast and ordered the eggs benedict which was also tasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Very good food & service! Environment a bit noisy though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Very kind staff, excellent food, gorgeous place. Have tried the pizzetta pepperoni as well as the spinach and artichoke dip; both were extremely tasty. Saw two shows there one evening; someone had cancelled their reservation so I was able to get into the otherwise sold-out show. When the group un-cancelled their reservation, I was offered a table with an inferior view but theyd waived the cover charge. I was very happy indeed with that compromise. I stayed for the late show and was grandfathered in to that performance as well, which was also wonderful.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Attended Frankies Italian Vancouver for dinner Sunday July 14th 2024. We were shown to a booth inside and our waitress (Michala, hope this is the correct spelling) took our orders and shortly after, our food was brought to the table. The dishes were hot and very enjoyable. Michala was very attentive and helpful during the meal. She very polite and answered any questions we had. She was what you would expect an employee to be and we were very impressed with her. Kudoos to her. Wheelchair accessibility: I was using a walker but there is a ramp at the entrance and lots of room inside.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

The food was incredible and the service was just as great. We started off with the Spinach and Artichoke dip. Holy cow was that delicious. Not enough flatbread for 3 people and certainly not enough flatbread to consume the whole dip but it didnt matter, the taste was killer good. I had the seafood linguini, my friend had the chicken linguini and my other friend had the funghi pizza. The seafood linguini was full of flavour. So much flavour. I could eat the dish for days! My friend enjoyed the chicken linguini but it was pretty heavy so he had to take it to go. The funghi pizza was also well enjoyed. Our service was great. I dont remember the womans name but she friendly, cheerful, knowledgeable, she took our orders quickly and made great suggestions. The place was not busy so our food came out very quick. I cannot say how long we would have waited if the restaurant was peak busy, but it was nice not having to wait long for our appy and then for our lunches. Prices were competitive for the location. All in all, I would recommend and I would go again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great location for an event at rogers Arena, or QE. Good atmosphere, Food is great and service is good. Decent wine list. If you go it will surprise you if you have never been, lots of regulars because overall, great place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Been twice, it is good

Local Guide
June 23, 2024

If I ever write reviews I always try to find the good in anything. But not this place. Its under a really nice hotel actually but this place is absolute trash. Sat there for 25 mins only 4 tables around and not one person came to take my order. So I got up and went. She didnt even know what ginger ale is. Which is fine so I pointed to the menu. Then she was like oh I guess. Hm ok then. The breakfast was horrible. Old and stale and at almost 20 Dollars it could at least be a little better. The staff is rude also for no reason. Just wait a little longer for everything else around to open and go anywhere else. This place should of closed long ago

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Fabulous service and food, highly recommended

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

The food was good. The bread (with balsamic/oliveoil) that came with it was even better!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

To management, We had dinner there last night and loved the food and atmosphere but what truly made our night was our server Karen. Her knowledge of food and wine was remarkable and we just wanted to say well done Frankie s.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Amazing food! The service is out of this world. Broady I have to say best server Ive ever had, energetic, knowledgeable and so friendly! Thank you again Broady!! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great food and friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Bar manager was friendly and attentive

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I cannot wait to return here! I came from out of the city and had the chance to dine at Frankies with my sister, and we both had an amazing experience. We had the seafood linguine and the mushroom ravioli- both were delicious! I loved that it wasnt too heavy and that the portions were so generous with fresh ingredients. Ambience was great and the service we received was pleasant. Apparently they also have live music in the lounge side of the restaurant so Im hoping to come back and experience that next time! I just feel bad that my husband (who loves pasta) didnt get to enjoy this meal with me :P

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

The pizza are good !

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great food pizza was perfect to share and price to share a pizza and get a drink was less then $40 (I dont drink alcohol) so ofcouse its cheaper but amazing

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Frankies Italian Kitchen & Bar in Vancouver offers a delightful dining experience that encapsulates the warmth and charm of Italian cuisine. From the moment you step inside, youre greeted by an inviting atmosphere, complete with cozy seating and soft lighting that sets the stage for a memorable meal. The menu is a thoughtful blend of traditional Italian dishes and contemporary twists, ensuring theres something to satisfy every palate.The pasta dishes are a standout, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients that pay homage to Italian culinary traditions. Whether its a classic spaghetti carbonara or a more innovative seafood linguine, each dish is cooked to perfection and bursting with flavour. The pizza, baked in a wood-fired oven, features a thin, crispy crust and a generous topping of gourmet ingredients that melt in your mouth.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

One of the standout features of Frankies Italian is their commitment to using fresh and locally sourced ingredients, which is evident in the burst of flavours in each bite. The wine list is also impressive, offering a great selection of Italian wines that perfectly complement the menu.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of dining at Frankies Italian in the heart of Vancouver. From the moment I stpped in, the ambiance captivated me - a perfect blend of modern elegance and classic Italian charm. The staff greeted us warmly, setting the tone for a memorable evening. We started with the Bruschetta, which was a symphony of flavors - fresh tomatoes, basil, and just the right amount of garlic on perfectly toasted bread. For the main course, I opted for their signature dish, Spaghetti Carbonara. It was nothing short of exquisite - creamy, rich, and cooked to al dente perfection. My friend enjoyed the Mushroom Risotto, which was equally impressive, with its depth of earthy flavors and creamy texture.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Lamb shank was exceptional. Bartender provided great service

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Frankies Italian Kitchen & Bar, located in the heart of Vancouver, offers a delightful experience for lovers of classic Italian cuisine. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, with a touch of rustic charm that sets the perfect mood for a romantic dinner or a casual get-together with friends. Their menu showcases a variety of authentic Italian dishes, each prepare with a modern twist. The star of the show is undoubtedly their handmade pasta, which is cooked to perfection and bursts with flavor in every bite. The Spaghetti Carbonara, a house favorite, is a must-try, featuring a rich and creamy sauce that perfectly complements the al dente pasta. Aside from pasta, their wood-fired pizzas are also noteworthy, with a thin, crispy crust and a generous topping of fresh ingredients. The wine list is impressively curated, offering a wide selection of Italian and local wines that pair beautifully with the meals. Service at Frankies is as impressive as their food. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and always willing to offer recommendations, adding to the overall pleasant dining experience. While the prices are slightly on the higher side, the quality of the food and the overall dining experience make it worth the expense.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

All is good

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I had an amazing experience with this restaurant The customer service was outstanding, and the food was so delicious special thanks to Brody

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Food was amazing! Service was good, but took quite a while waiting for the bill Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Some of the best food Ive ever had Great service to go along with it. Cant wait to visit again while Im in Vancouver Food : 5/5

★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Great spot to have dinner before a game or show. We had reservations so not sure how long the wait would be. Good portions, decent price for location. Service was a little slow but still friendly. Would return in the future. Food

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

First time in VAN BC and after the walk tour hunger struck and we saw this place. Best choice by far. Will stop by on my next visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Excellent!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Excellent food for the price

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Update: Had lunch with a group of 8 people, the service by Brody was excellent and the food was very good. I had the kale and spinach salad with steak and it was the best but everyone enjoyed their meals. About 20 of us had lunch here for colleague. We ordered ahead and the food was delivered pretty quickly upon our planned arrival. I had the spaghetti and meatballs and it was SO good. Really high marks for the service for a large group.

★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Appetizers were good, but their pasta was so disappointingly bland. Didnt seem to have enough salt and the sausage was just chewy and flavorless. The service wasnt bad but could have been more attentive as far as frequency of check-ins. Cant see myself ever coming back here, wouldnt recommend it to anyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Brody made sure we had one of the best meals during our trip to Vancouver. I had the lasagna and my wife had a salad and meatballs for an entree. Brody took care of us and made sure we had a wonderful dining experience. The lasagna with some of the best Ive ever had. Brody recommended the meatballs and he was spot on.

★★★★
May 23, 2024

Food was okay, nothing impressive. But service was friendly. Overall not a terrible place but wouldn t necessarily come back. My brother had the lamb shank and that was probably the most redeeming out of all our food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Had a great experience here. Food was yummy and Brody our server was amazing. Brody made sure we were well taken care of- gave us great recommendations and our waters were always refilled. Charming and would come back for the food and Brody again.

★★★
April 23, 2024

We had a lovely server, who offered to refridgerate my leftover Spaghetti and Meatballs while at a Whitecaps game. Unfortunately the meatballs were undercooked. I felt okay after dining at the restaurant but was quite ill the next few days.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

GREAT CHEF NAMED MARC!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

We had a great dinner. The server was friendly and helpful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Food and service were both excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Carbonara w/ egg no creme

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

The group (3 adults, 12, and 15year old) had generally positive comments on the food, but the highlights were the Cobb salad and the linguini. The cocktails were sub par. It seemed there might have been a post game crowd and was thus so loud that talking at the table was nearly impossible. Our server was very engaging and friendly.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Been here a couple of times, our food came out incredibly quickly, our server was awesome and they made it a very special birthday!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great jazz, great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Great place for date night. Prices, service, and vibe were perfect

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Parking: Parking paid one block away Food

★★★★
April 23, 2024

Food was absolutely exceptional, had a wonderful atmosphere however the service really lacked and fell flat unfortunately.

Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Horrible service

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Went to dinner with friends, great setting and wonderful service!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a large party of 15 and was given wonderful service and very accommodating, would suggest!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great food. Not fine dining, this is more family style but quality was very high. Server was a tad aggressive but he made sure we had everything we needed. Part of the charm! Drinks did take a little bit to get, but espresso martinis were very well done.

★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

We went there. The band was dry, pasta was not fully cooked. The atmosphere was good. Just was a little cramped everyone into a small space. This was the jazz side. We went to the restaurant side 2 weeks earlier and the food and service was great.

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Good food but too noisy

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Excellent food, a place to go before the hockey game

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Had a great meal and drinks here on Friday night. It was super busy, we didnt have a reservation, but got seated at the bar right away! Our Bartender Jason was awesome! He took our orders, our drinks and food arrived very fast, and everything was delicious!! My husband highly recommends Mama Nonas Lasagna!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a fantastic experience at Frankies Italian Vancouver. Contacted them prior to making reservation about garlic allergy given that its an Italian restaurant. So impressed at their professionalism and willingness to accommodate. The Chef made a special pasta dish and sauce without garlic. Also best gluten-free gnocchi ever! 5* Highly recommend this establishment. Will definitely return. Dietary restrictions: Took allergy concerns seriously. Very accommodating. Recommend contacting ahead of time if possible.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Frankies is our favorite place to be. We go there for any special occasion and every date night. We absolutely love it. We always get the Aranchini and Meatballs to start and for our main course Spaghetti and Meatballs and/or Lasagne! Always sooo good! 10/10 recommend. My favourite drink is the Vino Limone- never fails!!

March 23, 2024

Food was good, cant complain but server was horrible. It was game night, restaurant was slow for dinner time, but service was horrible mainly because of the server. He missed items on the order and was very rude. Kids meal come with pop and ice cream (per menu) He charged extra for their pop and when asked for the ice cream, his response was rude so we left.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Great place, top food and excellent service. Laurie was exceptionally good with her service, gave some great recommendations on food and also on local attractions.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Amazing breakfast. Eggs Benedict was not the typical style I was expecting. No English muffins here. Perfect eggs and delicious hollandaise with crispy nugget potatoes. This is a gem breakfast spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

This Italian Restaurant has excellent food and is reasonably priced. It has a wonderful and friendly staff. We ate here multiple times while staying at the attached Georgian Court Hotel. Wheelchair accessibility: My wife was in a wheel chair and it was very easy to get her in and out of the restaurant. Very helpful and friendly staff.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Very good food. Enjoyed the seafood pasta before the Canucks game.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

tried dineout lunch menu, liked it. Recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Pregame meal! Fast/Friendly Service. Meal was delicious!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Very fancy Italian place. Server was very knowledgeable of the menu and wine selections. Our party was attended to well. The food was great. I ordered, the risotto and also tried the carbonara which were both delicious and pretty filling. Overall atmosphere feels very intimate and comfy. 5/5 stars!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Celebrated a late birthday dinner. Food was delicious!

★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

First time but quite happy with the experience! The ambiance is lovely with good aesthetics! They had a happy hour menu and I tried Mussels which were delicious ! 4.2/5 They have the house made fresh bread along with olive oil and soy garlic as complementary - 3.4/5 We had chicken linguini pasta - 4.5/5 We had proneto Parmesan Fries which are made with corn instead of potato , I would say it tasted more like a corn bread -2.5/5 I ordered ginger ale as it s not the time for alchohol but they have huge options for alchohol as well. The only things is they served ginger ale in a glass and filled with lots of ice cubes and the flavour was getting lost by the end of the lunch!! Good experience over all, give it a try!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Great Gluten Free Options! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

The food was excellent, generous portions and great prices. Great service from everyone we encountered. Thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Lovely lunch today at Frankies Italian. Lots of gluten free options with the choice of gf penne or gnocchi with the pasta dishes and all pizzas being available on a gf base. Great service and amazing food. Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options available

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Food was amazing! Delicious pizza and pasta. We will be back for sure!

★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Everything was 5*, except for the loud pop music. We were expecting Italian and/or Christmas music.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Had a very nice experience dining here. The food was delicious. The staff was very nice and helpful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

This is a fantastic place for a date. Very nice low lighting atmosphere and the staff were fantastic. Highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Frankies has this perfect combination of an amazing menu, excellent wine selection and live jazz five nights a week. One of Vancouvers few remaining love jazz venues. And the staff are wonderful, helpful people

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

I loved the taste of the food, good atmosphere and if you are served by a countryman, even more excellent.

★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

We were here for New Years eve. What I really liked and appreciated about this restaurant: 1) they didnt have a fixed menu and gave you the flexibility to order any dish 2) they offer freshly baked focaccia bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar 3) generous on the beverage pour :) and the portions were sufficient for the price. We enjoyed the salmon dish. Very crispy skin and perfectly cooked. Salad was sufficient and deliciously light. Service was great. Overall the experience was great. We really appreciated that they didnt take advantage of patrons by increasing their prices on New Years eve.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Excellent experience will return

★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

It was our first time at Frankie s and enjoyed our dinner experience. Although there were errors in all 3 of our entrees, our server was beyond exceptional and corrected the issues. There was live Jazz music next door which was loud enough for us to hear but quiet enough for us to have dinner conversations.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Delicious pasta! Will definitely come again! Drinks are a bit on the expensive side.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good service good food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great service! Perfect before game dining

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Overall, the restaurant is great! They had some nice jazz music coming out from the bar on the other side of the door. The pasta I ordered was nutritious. The server was nice, and especially generous with cheese and pepper :) the only complaint is that it was kinda dark, even during the day.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The soup was bit salty and the carbonara tasted bit sour because of the bacon. And didn t taste the egg in it. It was a bit disappointing.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Excellent waitstaff. Food was feel good and well prepared. Not a quiet atmosphere but no problem having a conversation at your table. I would recommend the restaurant to others

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The bar food is great, but the Italian dishes were subpar.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Was not disappointed. Started off with wine and focaccia with oil/balsamic. The focaccia was delicious and warm. The main courses we ordered was the Alfredo Tagliatelle with Chicken and the Amato Pizza. The tagliatelle had a lot of sauce and melt in your mouth chicken; it was a basic dish but it was executed extremely well. The pizza was flavourful but was hard to eat because all of the toppings would come off during the first bite. For dessert we ordered the Tiramisu; it was light and creamy with a classic coffee flavour and lightly boozy aftertaste.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The waitstaff are on point and Jason the bartender was excellent. I will come here again even if I m not staying at the adjoining hotel. The focaccia bread rivals my Italian stepmother s and the house cocktails are nice, new takes on old favourites.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Excellent all around, appetizers and dessert tasty, lasagna fantastic. Was taken there for a business supper, and will definitely go again for a personal meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I stayed at the hotel attached to the restaurant but didnt venture in until a separate occassion. I was blown away by the food, from top to bottom each dish was fantastic. The service was great as well for such a large gathering we had for the holidays. Well done Frankies!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Had the breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. Have had other meals here and the food and service has always been great. Reasonably priced.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Service was great and very accommodating. But the Frankie s pizza was way too salty for our liking, had to ask for ranch to be able to eat it. There was also an olive that still had the pit in it and I bit into it, not pleasant.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Restaurant was nice but food wasn t that great. I ordered calamari as an entree, they were soft and looked like springs. Never seen that before. Wasn t good. My shrimp tagliatelle was pretty disappointing as well. I guess if you don t know Italian food at all, you might enjoy it.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great spot to go for a reasonably priced Italian dinner. Lots of food choices and specials!