Piva Modern Italian has been a neighbourhood favourite in New Westminster since 2014, known for modern takes on classic Italian cooking and a warm, unpretentious atmosphere. If you’re after handmade pasta and thoughtful wine pairings in a relaxed downtown setting, this is the place to try. The dining room seats about 60 people and the open kitchen lets you see how the crew plates each dish with care.

The menu centres on fresh pasta and wood-fired flavours. Expect dishes like squid ink linguine with rockfish, pistachio pesto trofie, and a signature lamb ragù served with pappardelle. Small plates include house-marinated olives, burrata with roasted tomatoes, and a wood-oven focaccia that’s also available for takeout. They keep a rotating selection of 8 to 12 wines by the glass, plus an Italian-heavy bottle list, and offer a concise cocktail menu featuring a Negroni variation and seasonal apertifs.

Piva’s kitchen is led by chefs who trained in Italy and Vancouver, and the front-of-house team include servers who can talk you through pairings and daily specials. They make most sauces and pastas in-house, using local Fraser Valley produce when available, and they balance speed with presentation so plates arrive warm without feeling rushed. Reservations are recommended for weekend evenings, and the staff are known for accommodating dietary needs, from gluten-sensitive pasta swaps to vegetarian adjustments.

Locals choose Piva for consistent flavour and friendly service that feels personal, whether you’re celebrating or grabbing a midweek date night. It’s the kind of restaurant neighbours send friends to when they want good food and genuine hospitality. Call 604-522-0221 or visit http://pivarestaurant.ca/ to book.