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Autostrada Vancouver House: Beach District Italian Restaurant

Vancouver’s beloved Italian eatery, Autostrada, is set to open its third location. The restaurant has plans to open in the new Vancouver House complex in Downtown Vancouver’s Beach District in summer 2020.

Autostrada Vancouver House: Beach District Italian Restaurant

Autostrada was founded by husband and wife duo Chefs Lucais Syme and Gillian Book.  Syme has worked at some of the top restaurants in the city (Cioppino’s and Blue Water Cafe) and was previously a partner at La Quercia and founder of La Pentola.

Autostrada Vancouver House: Beach District Italian Restaurant

Syme and Book initially started Cinara (on West Pender) and then expanded to another location called Autostrada (on Main Street). Last year, they renamed Cinara to Autostrada to a single brand.

Autostrada Vancouver House: Beach District Italian Restaurant

Cinara had received many awards and accolades including named one of Canada’s top 100 restaurants in 2018 and one of the best Italian restaurants in Vancouver by Vancouver Magazine. They also had a reputation of being a place where local chefs hangout.

Autostrada Vancouver House: Beach District Italian Restaurant

Autostrada Vancouver House’s menu will include familiar, well-loved pastas, plus new additions.

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If you haven’t been to Autostrada before, check out my unsponsored reviews of my dining experiences there:

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While you’re exploring the Beach District, check out the Spinning Chandelier or shop at the new Fresh St. Market including getting one of their Mile High Buns or their signature Ultimate Cookie.

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Brian

Wednesday 2nd of February 2022

Food so/so. House wine is not drinkable. Atmosphere is very nice. Staff friendly. However we were over charged. Our server rounded up our Bill as we were sharing the cost. our bill was $296.50 We didn't realize this until later. She charged us both $150.00. Is this common practice at the Autostrada? We will not be back!