Simpatico Greek Restaurant (Kitsilano)
Simpatico Ristorante (map, 2222 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada, 604-733-6824) is one of Vancouver’s oldest Greek restaurants, a long standing place for tasty and authentic Greek food since 1969.
Where.ca writes (click here to read review):
Butterknife-tender roast lamb and crusty whole-wheat pizza are the specialties in this traditional Greco-Roman family restaurant.
Located in the heart of the trendy Kitsilano neighborhood, Simpatico is nestled amongst many interesting independent shops ranging from clothing and fashion to hobbies and pets. Simpatico is about 5 blocks up the hill from the popular Kits Beach (English Bay), which the Vancouver Parks Board describes as:
Kitsilano Beach: a happening place geared for the younger set (teens to thirties) with a lovely outlook spanning from open bay, to North Shore mountains to Stanley Park
At Simpatico Restaurant, we were greeted by a friendly server who guided us to a table with a blue checkered tablecloth by the window. The main dining room is bright and airy with several skylights, and a large number of healthy plants all around the room. The couple next to us were speaking Greek and there was a large well-dressed family group at another table who were having a great time.
My friend and I both ordered the same thing: the Lamb Souvlakia (pictured below) which came with Greek salad, rice, potatoes, and a skewer of premium lamb garnished with fresh herbs. The dish was a reasonable $13.99 and was quite a generous portion.
I’ll definitely be back to try their pizza, which the server said is one of their specialties.
Lamb Souvlakia ($13.99) from Simpatico Greek Restaurant in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
A closeup shot of the Lamb Souvlaki from Simpatico Greek Restaurant in Kitsilano, Vancouver.
April 19th, 2011 at 8:32 am
If you want to try some Mediterranean food and atmosphere, Simpatico Restaurant will meet your wishes.
The combine of the food and atmosphere is really amazing. I am from Mediterranean and I was missing Mediterranean food in Vancouver until I met Simpatico. Now, I am not missing thanks to Simpatico. Additionally, the service is very good quality and kind. In Mediterranean culture, the service is crucial and Simpatico represents this specialty of the culture very well.
And finally here is my favourites :
– Soup: Fasolada
– Dips : Tzatziki
– Salad : Greek Salad
– Appetizer : Dolmathes
– Entrees : Roast Lamb
– Dessert : Baclava
And of course, Souvlakia is awesome!