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Nanaimo italian restaurant Milano's Ristorante
Nanaimo italian restaurant Milano's Ristorante
Nanaimo italian restaurant Milano's Ristorante
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MILANO'S RISTORANTE

(5.0 Score)
6551 Aulds Road, #300,
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6K2 Directions

Since 1998

Specialty:

✓ Lasagna or Spaghetti ✓ Vegetarian Lasagna ✓ Fettuccine Alfredo ✓ Baked Mac and Cheese ✓ Sausage Cannelloni ✓ Tortellini Tricolore ✓ Spinach Cannelloni ✓ Beef Ravioli ✓ Steamed Pasta ✓ Paesana ✓ Hawaiian ✓ Tropicana ✓ Formaggio ✓ Vegetarian ✓ Caprina ✓ Maui Luau ✓ Spinach ✓ BBQ Chicken ✓ Milano's Special ✓ Pesto Pollo ✓ Italian ✓ Greek ✓ Mediterranean ✓ Toscana ✓ Meatlovers

“Milano's Ristorante is a family-owned restaurant that offers pizza, salads, burgers, pasta and a kids' menu. They pride themselves on their delicious, high-quality dishes that are prepared fresh daily and only use the "best of the best" ingredients, providing diners with a delightful experience. The restaurant has a fun and relaxed atmosphere. They have provided excellent service for over 18 years. The restaurant is ideal for enjoying a mouthwatering menu with family and friends. They provide outdoor seating options to enjoy a relaxed ambience and great, delicious dishes at reasonable prices.

2025 Update: Milano's Ristorante offers an outdoor seating facility to have an unforgettable dining experience and provide great cocktails for its customers.”

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License #FM0526830

Price:

APPIES
Greek-style Baby Back Ribs $17.95
Dry Ribs $15.45
Crab Cakes $14.35
Fish Tacos $16.75
Calamari $17.95
Mushroom Neptune $16.65
Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip $15.45
Hummus or Tzatziki Dip $11.00
Mediterranean Dip $15.45
12 Chicken Wings $17.00
Spanakopita $17.45
Potato Skins $14.65
Skillet Garlic Prawns $18.25
Feta Prawns $18.25
Basket of Gourmet Onion Rings $11.35
Golden Yam Fries $9.95
French Fries $7.75
SOUPS & SALADS
Milano’s Special Salad $18.95
The Blues $18.95
Concerto $18.95

Contact:

(250) 390-5060

Mon-Sun: 8am - 8pm

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Nanaimo italian restaurant La Stella Trattoria
Nanaimo italian restaurant La Stella Trattoria
Nanaimo italian restaurant La Stella Trattoria
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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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LA STELLA TRATTORIA

(4.8 Score)
321 Wesley Street, #1,
Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T5 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

✓ Arancini ✓ Meatballs ✓ Crostone ✓ Carpaccio ✓ Cucumber ✓ Beets ✓ Caprese ✓ Garlic Bread Pizza ✓ Kale Caesar ✓ Arugula ✓ Mixed Greens ✓ Marinated Olives ✓ House Bread ✓ Prosciutto Plate ✓ Antipasti Platter ✓ Gnocchi with braised Beef ✓ Risotto ✓ Agnolotti ✓ Rigatoni ✓ Campanelle ✓ Macaroni ✓ Cavatelli ✓ Mafaldine ✓ Mortadella ✓ Margherita ✓ Prosciutto and Arugula ✓ Funghi ✓ Ham and Pineapple ✓ Potato and Bacon ✓ Calabrese ✓ Sausage and Peppers ✓ Ham and Mushroom ✓ Pepperoni

“La Stella Trattoria's passion is using fresh and natural ingredients made with attentive care using old-world methods to bring you their version of what Nana Zuvich would make. All of their foods and good wines are served at reasonable prices in the restaurant. This esteemed trattoria crafts wood-fired pies and house-made foods with gluten-free pasta in a classy setting. They make spicy, gluten-free pasta by hand using their in-house recipe and Wood-Fired Pizza. The restaurant offers drink menus for its customers. They satisfy your needs with memorable ones.

2025 Update: La Stella Trattoria offers outdoor seating facilities and vegetarian options for its customers.”

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Price:

PASTA
Gnocchi With braised Beef $30
Risotto $27
Agnolotti $29
Rigatoni $28
Campanelle $28
Macaroni $29
Cavatelli $28
Mafaldine $29
PIZZA
Mortadella $27
Margherita $25
Prosciutto & Arugula $27
Funghi $26
Red, White & Green $27
Ham & Pineapple $28
Potato & Bacon $28
Calabrese $27
Sausage & Peppers $27
Ham & Mushroom $28
Pepperoni $28

Contact:

(778) 441-4668

Wed & Thu: 5pm - Close
Fri-Sun: 4pm - Close
Mon & Tue: Closed

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Nanaimo italian restaurant Little George's Express
Nanaimo italian restaurant Little George's Express
Nanaimo italian restaurant Little George's Express
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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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LITTLE GEORGE'S EXPRESS

(4.8 Score)
398c Bruce Avenue,
Nanaimo, BC V9R 1S9 Directions

Since 1991

Specialty:

✓ Braised Lamb ✓ Steak and Spaghetti ✓ Chargrilled Sirloin ✓ Steak Sandwich ✓ Chicken Parmesan ✓ Vodka Pasta ✓ Seafood Linguine ✓ Spicy Sausage Rigatoni ✓ Deconstructed Lasagna ✓ Calamari Dinner ✓ Greek Chicken ✓ The Hottie ✓ Big Cheese ✓ Bella Via Funghi ✓ House Special ✓ Meat Lover ✓ The Bianco ✓ West Coast ✓ Hawaiian Deluxe ✓ Canadian ✓ Drunken Chicken ✓ Chef's Mistake ✓ Mediterranean ✓ Bacon Cheddar Melt

“Little George's Express is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant, proud to support the local community. The team of staff is very friendly and attentive to the needs of the customers. Their fully licensed dining room is comfortable and inviting. They have a wide range of menus, such as pasta, starters, and desserts. This restaurant has an elegant setting and a relaxed atmosphere for dining. The restaurant opens seven days a week at 4 pm.

2025 Update: Little George's Express is wheelchair accessible and offers take-out and delivery options. The restaurant has a television and free Wi-Fi for additional entertainment. They offer a vegetarian and kids' menu and accept debit cards for their customers' bills.”

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License #FM0107148

Price:

CLASSIC PASTAS:
Baked Lasagna $21.95
Baked Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo $25.95
Baked Tortellini Alfredo $23.95
Baked Fettuccine Alfredo $21.95
Baked Tortellini Meat $23.95
Baked Spaghetti $21.95
Steamed Spaghetti $20.95
APPETIZERS:
Lemon Pepper Calamari $18.95
1 Lb Chicken Wings $16.95
Cheesy Bread $11.95
Jalapeño Poppers $15.95
Poutine $11.95
Chicken Strips with Fries $18.95
Popcorn Shrimp $15.95
Munchie Basket $24.95
Garlic Bread $5.49
Onion Rings $13.95
Fries $6.95
Tweety Bread $10.95
Yam Fries $11.95
Cheese Toast $9.99
Pita & Hummus or Tzatziki $10.95
Chicken Fingers $15.95
Fried Zucchini Sticks $16.95
Fried Mozza Sticks $14.95
Fried Veggie Spring Rolls $14.95
Baked MeatBalls $16.95
Butter Chicken Wings $16.95
Butter Chicken Poutine $14.95

Contact:

(250) 754-3271

Sun & Mon: 3pm - 10:30pm
Tue-Thu: 3pm - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 3pm - 11:30pm

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MILANO'S RISTORANTE REVIEWS

Beautiful restaurant in the traditional family model, but feels higher class. All the offerings to please everyone. I had the baked beef ravioli, and it was the best I have ever had! Cost per person is right in the normal range. I recommend highly for a pleasant and bit more upscale evening than most places. I will return.

Jackie served us and she was amazing! Apparently she’s worked there for many years and it’s obvious that she is passionate about the food and the restaurant. We had pizza and it was so delicious. I wish we had a restaurant like this in Kelowna. Thank you Jackie for making our lunch memorable.

Off the bat, amazing staff! Great menu, lots of selection. Portions were huge! Definitely recommend their pizza and baked pasta.

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LA STELLA TRATTORIA REVIEWS

I ordered the spaghetti and meatballs for dinner, and I was pleasantly surprised by both the portion size and the flavour. The meatballs tasted just like the ones I grew up with in my Italian family, authentic & hearty. The fresh-baked bread served alongside was warm, soft, and absolutely delicious. A truly comforting meal.

My husband and I shared two pizzas, the Funghi and Potatoe pizza. Both were incredible. Every dish coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. The service was friendly, attentive and the atmosphere was perfect. We live in Courtenay and will be looking for excuses to head back very soon.

Cozy place with amazing Italian food. Every bite was delicious and a treat. It's good to book a reservation as this place is always busy. The staff are cheerful and friendly.

LITTLE GEORGE'S EXPRESS REVIEWS

This used to be one of our favorites when we lived here and we ordered from Bruce at least once a week, man how I've missed it!!! So delicious! Ordered baked cheese tortellini, popcorn shrimp and large greek salad and soo happy right now! It arrived warm, the cheese was gooey... oh my gosh, just delicious.

Went there for the first time since the old owner re-acquired the place. i was quite impressed on the quality of the pizza. most pizza places cheap out on toppings and the crust is garbage. the boxes had some real weight to them when i picked it up and the pizza was really good.

Amazing pizza and great wings. I was staying in a nearby motel and Little Georges was one of the only places open still so I gave them a go and I’m glad I did. I’ll order from them next time I am in Nanaimo from the mainland.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MILANO'S RISTORANTE Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LA STELLA TRATTORIA Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Experience: 7
Business Hours: 9
Table Reservations: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LITTLE GEORGE'S EXPRESS Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Videos: 10

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