One of Vancouver’s most talented chefs of fine Italian cuisine, Julio Gonzalez Perini, has successfully cooked his way back (via Umberto’s, Beach House, Frederico’s Supper Club, CinCin) into the kitchen of his former restaurant (Villa del Lupo) in Yaletown, which he sold in 2005 after a successful fifteen year run starting back in 1990.
This time around he has returned to the scene with two of his best and most talented long-time collaborators, wine director and co-owner, Michael Mameli (formerly Villa del Lupo, Cioppino’s, Cin Cin), and rock solid chef de cuisine, Takeo Hiroi (Villa del Lupo, Beach House), along with pastry chef and Thomas Haas alumni, Jeff Salzsauler, to open the new LUPO.
The Concept: Unique and accessible modern Italian food in a relaxed setting. Take a look at their menu.
Wines: the wine list highlights both Italian and local wines. 19 by the glass ($5-$10), 9 red and 9 white. 1 bubble. Wine flights of three 2 ounce tasters are also available ($13-16)
There is also a small selection of classic cocktails ($9-$11.5) and a few beers ($6) being offered.
Pre-Event Menu: available 5-6:15 pm on event nights. 2 courses for $28, 3 courses for $37.
Hours of Operation:
Open nightly at 5 pm – late.
869 Hamilton Street | Vancouver
Tel: 604-569-2535
www.luporestaurant.ca
Congratulations on your return and successful opening, gentlemen. ~ PK
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Are you kidding !!! He was at cincnin for only a two weeks period ! Why put that on his resume !!!
Congrats Michael!
All the best to you and the team! I’ll be sure and stop by in the near future and check out that wine flight!
Cheers!