The GOODS from CinCin

Vancouver, BC | “It’s a natural evolution of our contemporary Italian cuisine,” says CinCin Ristorante Executive Chef Andrew Richardson.” He is referring to the installation of CinCin’s brand new Grillworks Infierno, a two-metre behemoth of aviation-grade stainless steel, replete with rear-mounted fire cages, a rotisserie capable of hoisting whole lambs, and steel crankwheels that raise and lower the massive grills above apple and alder hardwood and embers.

CinCin Ristorante will be the first restaurant in Canada to have an Infierno.

“The redesign of our kitchen has been a two-year project in concept and execution,” Richardson says. “Our wood-burning forno served us well for 25 years, but this new Grillworks system allows us twice as much room and countless more options – the opportunity to evolve our Italian menus and really use the sorcery of open fire to full advantage. The design is beautiful and intelligent – the adjustable grills mean that cooking temperatures can be controlled precisely and immediately. It’s a remarkable machine.”

Also remarkably versatile, the Infierno can rotisserie roasts, slow-fire many varieties of fish over lower temperatures at greater distance from the heat, or sear-grill prime steaks and chops quickly over very hot embers. The system also creates a “fire to feed the fire” – the rear-mounted fire cage feeds the fruit woods under the grill, combining both wood smoke and the heat of the naturally produced charcoal.

grillGrillworks hand-builds every grill in northern Michigan. The company is helmed by Ben Eisendrath, who revived his foreign correspondent father’s original Grillery® design (a favorite of James Beard himself) then elevated it to the fiery Infierno® series now found in the kitchens of celebrity chefs and restaurateurs such as Danny Meyer, Michael Chiarello, José Andrés and Dan Barber. The Wall Street Journal recently dubbed his creations “Next-level machines.”

“The real evolution at CinCin,” says Toptable Group president Michael Doyle, “will occur as we transition our menus to maximize this new cooking dynamic. It’s a whole new way of approaching our cuisine, and we are confident that our many loyal guests will enjoy it.”

CinCin Ristorante will be closed from October 12th to 22nd for the installation of the new grill and further modifications to the restaurant kitchen, and will reopen for dinner on the evening of Thursday, October 23rd. For reservations, please call CinCin Ristorante at 604 688 7338 or email [email protected].

DETAILS

1154 Robson Street | Vancouver, BC | V6E 1B5 | MAP
Voice: 604-688-7338
Web: cincin.net
Email: [email protected]

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Hours

Ristorante: Nightly from 5pm – midnight
Bar: Nightly from 4:30pm – midnightt
Late Menu: 11pm – midnight

Our Team

Andrew Richardson, Executive Chef
Richard Luxton, Restaurant Director
Benjamin Wristin, Restaurant Manager
Shane Taylor, Wine Director:
Adaina Smyth, Acting Bar Manager

About CinCin Ristorante

Italian inspired wood fired cucina

A winding stone staircase leads upward from bustling Robson Street to this celebrated Vancouver dining room, recognized for its contemporary, Italian inspired menu and award-winning wine cellar. The elegant marble bar is a central feature, accented by stone walls hung with original artworks, and punctuated with tall arched windows that open onto a secluded terrace. Housed in the private dining room, part of CinCin’s value-driven wine collection is on display: deep and global with rare vintages, boutique finds, and an extensive half-bottle selection.

An ingredient-driven, seasonal focus sets the tone for CinCin’s menu, with distinctive dishes embracing the traditions of Italy.

Acting Restaurant Director Richard Luxton and his service team choreograph unrivalled dining experiences, committed to their exemplary wine program and his own industry-leading service standards.

Accolades

Awards

Wine List Award, Gold
Vancouver International Wine Festival, 2013

Best Upscale Italian, Silver
Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, 2012

‘Best of’ Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator, 2012

Best Last Course, Gold
Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, 2010

Reviews

One of Vancouver’s most significant restaurants.
Taste Magazine, Winter 2012

Outstanding food, service, and a notable wine list.
CBS Seattle, 2012

CinCin pretty much pioneered the city’s house resto-blend concept.
Georgia Straight, 2012

CinCin truly is, was, and probably always will be on the very best Italian fine-dining restaurants in this city.
24 Hrs Newspaper, Vancouver

This Michelin-trained man knows his way around an Italian kitchen.
24 Hrs Newspaper, Vancouver

An extensive Italian menu and wine cellar.
Westjet Up! Magazine, 2012

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