Brioche - Elevated Italian Without the Pretension
Strolling through Gastown's sun-drenched streets led us to this unassuming but brilliant Italian spot—high ratings, fair prices, and zero regrets! 📍 Brioche (Exact address hidden in Gastown's charm... but Google Maps will guide you!) 🍽️ What Stole Our Hearts: 🦑 Calamari & Chorizo Confit A surprise MVP! Tender squid + smoky sausage in tangy tomato sauce—unexpectedly light yet deeply flavorful. Came with crusty bread + fried veggies (we licked the plate clean!) 🍝 Alfredo Pappardelle + Prosciutto Silky wide noodles clinging to luxurious cream sauce, topped with paper-thin prosciutto (our Italian snack obsession!). Pro move: Pair with a cold beer for peak satisfaction. 🍺 Drinks: • Crisp Pilsner (cuts through the richness) • Aperol Spritz (for that al fresco vibe) 🥧 Apple Tart Comically huge (thought it was a meat pie at first!)—stuffed with spiced apples, blueberry compote, and surprise mango bits. Shared it between three! ✨ Why We’ll Be Back: ✅ Authentic “al dente” pasta (rare in Vancouver!) ✅ Generous portions (leftovers = next day’s joy) ✅ Gastown people-watching from their patio #VancouverEats #ItalianFood #GastownGem #DateNightVibes #HiddenGems #PastaLover #NoRegrets #FoodieFinds