Mark Laba
Province
1. Nick’s Spaghetti House: It doesn’t get more classic than this with decor still in place from 1956.
631 Commercial Dr., Vancouver, 604-254-5633
2. Rosa’s Cucina Italiana: Rosa Gabriella cooked for 21 years at Nick’s Spaghetti House before opening her own place and the photo wall of celebrities is a testament to her adoring patrons who would follow her to the ends of the earth.
2331 Clarke St., Port Moody, 604-939-7500
3. Carmelo’s: A classic Italian restaurant without the cheese-factor and great homemade pastas combined with traditional recipes.
1448 Marine Dr., West Vancouver, 604-922-4719
4. Papi’s Ristorante Italiano: Owner Ken Laci’s family goes back to 1946 in local pasta history when they had a restaurant opposite the Penthouse, owned by their cousin Joe Filippone. The legend continues out Steveston way.
12551 No. 1 Rd., Richmond, 604-275-8355
5. Cipriano’s : Red-and-white checked tablecloths, Zeller’s paintings of Italian scenery, meatballs the size of asteroids and pasta portions you could live on for a week.
3995 Main St., Vancouver, 604-879-0020
© The Vancouver Province 2007
