Nero Tondo
★ 4.9 (190) · 
1879 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1H8, Canada
Phone: (604) 895-4233
Website: http://www.nerotondo.com/
Nero Tondo in Vancouver is a 4.9-star restaurant with 190 Google reviews, known for Tasting Menu and Complimentary Broth.
Why we love it
- Vegetable-forward Canadian with Asian influences
- Intimate, cozy, open kitchen
- Tasting menu only with hyper-local ingredients
- Vegetable-forward Canadian with Asian influences
- Located nearby
- Intimate, cozy, open kitchen
- Tasting menu only with hyper-local ingredients
What to Order
Tasting Menu
A multi-course journey showcasing the freshest local ingredients, with dishes changing regularly based on seasonality.
"Of all the tasting menus I’ve done over the years this is head and shoulders the best. Nothing missed, every dish was complex, delicious and varied."
Dylan Trebels
Complimentary Broth
A warm, welcoming pine mushroom broth served in an English teacup to start your meal.
"My favorite was the complimentary bowl of broth served upon seating—presented in an English teacup, a clever way to whet the appetite."
Evelyn W
Cast Iron Cabbage
Caramelized and comforting cabbage dressed in a Thousand Island–style sauce, served with a contrasting daikon salad in a lime leaf-forward vinaigrette.
"The cast iron cabbage surprised us the most: caramelized and comforting, dressed in aThousand Island–style sauce served alongside a contrasting mix of daikon tossed in a lime leaf–forward, fish sauce vinaigrette that brought everything back to life."
Stephanie Lovell
Tuna Sashimi Tartare / Albacore Tuna + BC Rice Duo
A dish featuring tuna prepared in two ways: a poke-style with sweet sushi rice and a delicate tataki with warm vegetables, or a seared and tartare duo.
"Highlights included tuna two ways: a poke-style with sweet shari-style sushi rice and a delicate tuna tataki with warm vegetables."
Stephanie Lovell
Cavatelli
A pasta dish that stood out among excellent offerings, praised for its quality and flavor.
"All were excellent, though the cabbage, tuna, and cavatelli were favourites."
Michael Diamant
Sourdough / House Focaccia
Freshly baked bread that is highly addictive and a testament to the kitchen's skill.
"I already have withdrawal from their sourdough."
Harry Poore
Inside Scoop
- Opt for the tasting menu; it's the best way to experience their creative dishes and local ingredients.
- Try to get a counter seat to watch the chefs prepare dishes and chat with them.
- The pace of dishes can be a bit fast, so don't hesitate to ask them to slow down if you prefer.
- Reservations are a must due to the small, intimate space.
- While wine is excellent, cocktails can be a bit inconsistent due to local liquor supply limitations.