Da Pasta Bar, Vancouver

This fun, modern neighbourhood restaurant offers an award-winning menu. The modern interior is richly decorated with original paintings on the walls and colourful table settings. Interesting appetizers are offered, including baked goat cheese with sweet garlic, caramelized onions and crustini. The large pasta menu has the option of eight different pastas and 15 sauces (Quattro Fromaggi, with gorgonzola, mascarpone, mozzarella and parmesan). If you're craving something different, try an entree like the succulent Organic Chicken Breast with Grilled Portobello Mushrooms. Second location at 1232 Robson Street (+1 604 688 1288).