Curious Cafe & Bar Norcino

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   NancyR

   Vancouver

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on March 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   I think they have a great selection of items, I definitely recommend this place and I will definitely go back.

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   coreym

   Tampa

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall3food2service2ambience5

   Pros: Easy to get a reso. Location. Awesome place. Atmosphere excellent. Bathrooms clean and nice enough. Staff friendly. Non pretentious clientele. Cons: Over 15 minutes of sitting before we were offered a drink Was never offered another drink at any point during a three hour sitting. Whenever we wanted refills we had to flag server down. $42 steak meal and the piece of meat was cold to the point I wondered what day it was cooked. We will be back but would never make it a regular.

   Curious Cafe & Bar NorcinoResponded 7 days agoHi Corey, Sorry to hear about your experience. This is not standard and we have talked to our team to address your issues, if you could please email me personally at for your next booking I would like to offer a few appetizers on the house. I will send you my contact info. Luigi

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3. SZ

   SamanthaZ

   Vancouver

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on March 16, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food is always amazing here. Highly recommend the avocado bomb for lunch.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Vancouver

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 13, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience3

   We only had a pizza, and it was 6 slices so we ate and we’re happy, not stuffed. It was reasonable. We would return again and try another pizza.

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   Jsap

   Vancouver

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 11, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great place, great music, great food! Enjoy it as much as I do!

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   RLB1

   Vancouver

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 26, 2023

   overall3food5service4ambience3

   Kids hockey team? Seriously? Totally unexpected. Very loud.

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7. BC

   BillandChar

   Vancouver

   12 reviews

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   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on February 12, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience3

   PreRockets meal with my son and grandson

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   DianaB

   Vancouver

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 4, 2023

   overall3food2service4ambience3

   We specifically chose here because we wanted crisp wood fire pizza. We chose the pizza party as there were 4 of us. Pizza was doughy and definitely the crust was not crisp. Would have liked a couple of options for the salad instead of just a Caesar. We would have preferred a lovely green salad but were told w couldn't change it out. Overall the experience was just ok.

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9. KH

   KerenH

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 28, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   So delicious! Service was great, food came quickly!

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10. SC

    SharonC

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our pizza and salad was very tasty. We were initially seated close to the door….we found it cold when the door opened…our servers gladly let us change seats. We will be back!

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    GregC

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Second time here and just as good as our first time.

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12. L

    Leighsouth

    Portland

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4

    Delicious food and enjoyed the setting. Service was, well, just average. Had to make eye contact with our server for any needs (such as filling a water glass, and also asking if we would like something else before happy hour ended). It was not busy when we went in, Maybe 2 other tables.

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13. AP

    AlexP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3

    Love the pizzas here! Would not recommend the chicken and waffle “stack”- you get 5 small slices of chicken and 1 waffle.. it was pretty sad looking and then they fill 3/4 of the plate with potatoes. The service is not very good also.. the server charged us for a dip and didn’t even bring it to us or notice. Will come back for the pizza but other than that there is not much to say!

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14. KC

    KarenC

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The pizza is a must! There is such a variety of options and the service is amazing. Would definitely go back!

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    Rowyn

    Vancouver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great as always!!

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    CarmenL

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Jaime fabulous vegan options that were delicious including almost all pizzas can be made vegan using their homemade seitan for protein and quality vegan “cheese” options as well at GF bases. The dish I had was a wonderful assortment of flavors and textures. Seating lacks intimacy for private conversations but the atmosphere is fun. Good vibe all round with great service.

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    AudraB

    Manitoba

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always, had a good experience for lunch, this time a business lunch. Service and food consistently good.

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    AdrianaG

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1

    We enjoyed New Year’s Eve main course the most, which was a Black Cod (out of 4 courses) but proportions of veggies seemed off balance with Cod. Grilled veggie appetizer was yummy, however the salad course did not qualify as a salad as there was very little arugula and possibly a quarter of a beet. We would have much preferred a choice of the three desserts versus tastings, as dessert should be the finishing touch to a spectacular meal. It just didn’t have the Wow factor for a New Year’s Eve meal. Service was fine. If you are going for nice conversation, keep in mind there is little space between tables and sound bounces off stone floors. Unfortunately we wouldn’t recommend this restaurant given the overall disappointing experience with the food!

    Curious Cafe & Bar NorcinoResponded on January 2, 2023Hi Adrianna, Sorry to hear about your experience with our tasting menu. I have taken note of your suggestions with dessert options and portions. This was just our tasting menu in Norcino our private room, it is a smaller room and I am sorry you found the noise levels loud. Our regular menu is much more of a casual atmosphere and we hope to note lose you as a customer. Wish you the best in 2023! Curious Team

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19. DS

    DonS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    A great place to chill with friends and enjoy some tasty beverages

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20. TB

    TonyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had our staff Christmas party here, and the food, atmosphere, and service were exceptional. Definitely recommend this place!

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21. NB

    NisiB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Nice place with really friendly service. Food was tasty and simple :)

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    DebM

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Excellent gluten free pizza....best I've ever had.

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23. MH

    MoeH

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fabulous service, food and bevies. Had a reservation for dinner then the theatre. Got held up at work and were running late. Curious had a table for us. We ordered for the table of 4 to get the food order in to give us time to eat. Then put in the drink orders and made it to the theater with 15mins to spare. Great job Curious and our wonderful server.

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24. CN

    CathyN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Walking in the door we were greeted and felt very welcome. Our server was accommodating and friendly... answered our many questions with our different food preferences.. she did not make us feel rushed .. always remained very pleasant and helpful. The food was amazing! I'm gluten-free so always have trouble finding a delicious pizza crust. I ordered the Fungi pizza with the gluten-free crust and it was outstanding. Can't wait to return.

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25. AD

    AudreyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our server Sabrina took care of us as if it were her restaurant. We all cleared every morsel on our plate.

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26. SD

    SumnerD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The food is definitely curious, great for when you want something different. The service is absolutely stellar!

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall2food1service5ambience1

    Went for a birthday dinner for my partner and the food was horrible. Overtly salted. The ONLY reason we decided to choose this place was for the speak easy. Nowhere in the reservation or online did it say it was closed. Would have been nice to receive a phone call or email stating as such. Won’t be going back.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We arrived earlier than our reservation and were greeted warmly at the door. The host noticed that our party of 3 included 1 of us who was pregnant and offered to seat us in a quiet, more comfortable zone and tossed a cushion on the bench for extra comfort ahead of time also. Above and beyond! The bruschetta was phenomenal and overall food and service fantastic. Highly recommend.

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29. KS

    KevinS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Apologies for not being able to remember the name of our server, however she was excellent.

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30. CW

    ChelseaW

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Amazing food, great service and value! Even if you're not a fan of community table seating, you've got to give this place a try!

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31. DP

    DonP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always the best food & Service. The drink menu is the largest in town!

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32. MG

    MarikaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The food was incredible! Cocktails were unique and delicious, service was prompt and friendly. My only wish was that there was somewhere to hang jackets and purses (they wouldn’t stay on the low-back chairs). It didn’t take away from our experience at all, but it would be a great addition to a wonderful establishment.

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33. R

    Richard

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved your restaurant we will definitely return! Everything was great!

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lots of gluten free options. The wings were perfect!

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35. DM

    DebM

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Curious Cafe is my favourite 'Go To'...especially when I have friends visiting !

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36. KE

    KariE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had such a wonderful anniversary dinner at The Curious Cafe! Our server was exceptional, the food was ourstanding and the atmosphere is super chill. The complimentary dessert was very thoughtful and delicious! We will definitely be back...thank you for helping to make our anniversary even better😊

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37. SD

    SumnerD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    This was our second time there, both times were the same experience: The food was ok, but just ok. there was a lot of it on the plate, but it was not well made. The tofu bits were burnt, the salad was bitter, and the rest of the plate was just kinda bland. The service is absolutely stellar though! Its really hard to find such excellent wait staff - that did impress us.

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38. CH

    ChristinaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The wine - the pizza is amazing, We have had the buttermilk chicken and fries, its a family favorite. great place to go before our concerts at The Kelowna Community Theatre, within walking distance. Fast friendly service. Well done!

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39. AH

    AngeloH

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Looked up Curious Cafe based on asking for a recommendation from a nice employee at Cedar Creek Estate winery (we asked if she knew of any great places to eat, other than at the winery). It was a perfect recommendation. The right mix of great vibe, great food, and wonderful hosts. A mix of all ages, I would say. Our host Kevin was great. He got us in much earlier than our reservation and checked in and made sure all was ok a few times. Our server Alyssa was wonderful too, even as she was running around, helping our everyone in our section. The kitchen staff looked like they were genuinely happy and grooving to make the orders, even if they were non-stop busy. All in all, it's on our "list", when we get back to Kelowna, and I would recommend it to all.

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40. JL

    JaniceL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Creative menu - great food and we enjoyed our time. Be prepared for a loud environment.

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