Dating” Dining Out to Impress (Restaurant Reviews)
Want to impress your special someone especially on the first date?
Bored with the usual restaurants?
Like to try a new place and cuisine that will waken your taste buds?
But where to go?
So you’ve got yourself a date with this amazing, if not in your eyes, “perfect” person. This person is special, so you want to make sure that your date has an awesome time outside the norm. Meeting over dinner or lunch is a perfect time to get together since both you have to eat.
How to choose a place so you will stand out positively in your date’s mind?
To save you time and energy of looking for that special place, check out the following below for reviews for Vancouver’s most popular and some award winning restaurants. From casual to fine dining to ethnic cuisines of the West Coast, you are sure to find something. Be sure to check this section often as this gets updated with upcoming restaurants. Or read the article on this site on some ideas on
how to find a good place to take your date
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Impress your date by going somewhere special for a wonderful dining experience! Savor every moment!
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Vancouver / Lower Mainland Area
Coal Harbour
This upscale neighbourhood is a section of the Burrard Inlet that sits near downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. Here you can enjoy the views of the park, inlet and the North Shore mountains just by walking along the seawall. Perfect for romantic walks to and from Stanley Park. Here you will find marina and several rowing and boating clubs. Perfect place to meet other singles if you are unattached. Or an activity for you and your sweetie.
Pacific Northwest
Lift Bar Grill Restaurant
A new dynamic and sophisticated waterfront restaurant/lounge opened its doors at the end of 2004 and took the Vancouver dining scene to the next level. Today, LIFT Bar Grill View continues to offer its guests a menu that offers a fusion of eclectic tastes and textures that are complemented by an insurmountable view of Stanley Park and the North Shore mountains.
It is thanks to the LIFT team, media and customers' support that LIFT proudly received multiple accolades for our drinks, food, patio and view, and phenomenal reviews and attention from local, national and international media, including Globe and Mail, Flare, enRoute, New York Times, San Diego Daily Transcript, Seattle Post-Intelligencer and UK's olive magazine, since its opening. Some highlights include:
Best New Restaurant
- Readers' Choice for Best of Food and Drink - 2005 - Georgia Straight
Best Patio, Best New Patio, Best New View
- Best Restaurants 2005 - Vancouver Sun
Favourite New Bar - enRoute
Best Martini with a View - Vancouver Lifestyles
Commercial Drive (Grandview - Woodland Neighborhood)
Commercial Drive, also known as “The Drive” is one of the vibrant and active areas in Vancouver as a variety of communities, ethnic and alternative businesses, European cafes, trendy coffee shops, heritage buildings/houses, bars, dining including vegetarian and entertainment venues resides here. The energy is artistic and creative, as it seems that there is something always going on the street, at the park or inside one of the restaurants. Come check out their street festivals that happen all year round that you won’t see anywhere else in Vancouver. Or come out and join the community during the FIFA World Cup for televised soccer at a local café/coffee shop. Come visit and you will see why this is the place to hang out and be amongst the locals.
Barbecue (Southern Style)
Memphis Blues BBQ
George Siu (an original owner of Not Just Desserts) and Park Heffelfinger (Vancouver Wine Academy) had a stopover in Memphis while flying from New Orleans. Lunch was a Pulled Pork Sandwich, and it was love at first bite. Since then, they have attended the World Barbecue Championships in Memphis where they conducted extensive research. They were able to reproduce the recipes at home, and decided to bring Authentic Southern Barbeque to Vancouver.
Caribbean / Jamaican
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The Reef Restaurant Caribbean Restaurant
The newest edition to the Reef family now located on the funky Commercial Drive neighbourhood. Founded by Liz da Mata & Simon Cotton, their long term friendship & collective work experience has translated into a friendly atmosphere that can be felt the moment you enter their cozy island environment. The restaurant is decorated with rich, warm colours & textures native to the Caribbean Islands, providing an ambience that critics & guests have said “it’s truly like being there!”
The Reef prides itself on customer service & distinctive Caribbean cuisine in a casual atmosphere. The restaurant is fully licensed & serves typical Caribbean drinks such as Red Stripe beer & Dragon Stout.
Cuban - Latin American
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Havana Restaurant
Offers Nuevo Latino Cuisine and authentic Cuban cocktails in a funky, distressed, casual setting. Havana has a large well-heated all-weather award winning patio that is situated directly across from Grandview Park with a view of the city skyline and the Coastal Mountain Range.
Vegetarian
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Sweet Cherubim Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant
We are a vegetarian restaurant for reasons of world hunger, world health, world environment and world peace. Our foods are prepared with thoughts and concerns of global care, personal health, aesthetic nourishment and creative stimulation. We intergate multi-cultural courageous and simple palates. Our foods are whole, mostly organic, and are prepared without refined sugar, saturated fats, additives or preservatives. We also offer low fat, non-dairy and wheat free options. Our foods made from scratch are strictly vegetarian and never contain eggs.
Inside the Sweet Cherubim restaurant you feel warm and relaxed. Our staff is friendly. It is a great place to to meet friends or just come to listen to the music as you enjoy your meal...Abandon yourself in a conscious indulgence at Sweet Cherubim.
Downtown – Entertainment District
Downtown, the centre of Vancouver is filled with the hustle and bustle of locals and tourists of all ages and nationalities. Expect to find various services and amenities to cater to your every need. Here you will find the financial district (major banks, financial institutions, and many other related offices), shopping (along Robson street and the malls with large stores and designer labels), government offices, entertainment and nightlife (dining, theatres, clubs, lounges, bars, pubs, and independent art galleries) and the major tourist attractions (such as Stanley Park and the VAG – Vancouver Art Gallery). Within walking distance you can visit the surrounding neighbourhoods like Yaletown, Coal Harbour, Gastown, Chinatown and the West End. Here you are bound to find some action that will entertain you.
North Indian
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India Gate Restaurant
With more than a quarter-century of pleasing the public at this restaurant location, India Gate is a family owned operated restaurant since 1977. India Gate offers authentic Northern Indian Cuisine.
Located on the famous Robson Street, the restaurant is conveniently close to some of the greatest sights, entertainment, and attractions in downtown Vancouver.
Fairview
Commercial businesses and medical facilities like the Vancouver General Hospital are located in this neighbourhood called Fairview. This overlooks the False Creek with a great view of Downtown skyline. You will also find this neighbourhood also resides a lot of great shopping like City Square and Granville Island. Be sure to check out the great restaurants (both large and small) for ethnic and west coast dining regularly visited by surrounding businesses and Vancouver’s City Hall’s employees who come and dine.
Asian - Malaysian
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Banana Leaf Malaysian Restaurant
Sample the best that Malaysian cuisine has to offer at Banana Leaf, where we combine authentic Malaysian fare with friendly service and a cheerful decor to bring you a dining experience you won't soon forget. We are an award winning establishment, voted the best again and again in Georgia Straight, Westender, Where Magazine, Vancouver magazine, and many more. Come see why we're considered the best Malaysian restaurant in Vancouver!
Middle Eastern - Afghan cuisine
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East is East Restaurant / Chai Gallery
This small and cozy casual restaurant is one of the places that serves Middle Eastern / Afghan cuisine with flavors from Istanbul to Calcutta. It is decorated in an unique way so you will feel that you’ve been taken away from the West Coast. Expect to find pillows, small tables and wooden chairs in a dim lit atmosphere.
Gastown
Gastown, just located between by Downtown and Downtown Eastside, is one of the tourist locations known for cobblestone streets and the historic infamous landmark, the Steamclock. This is located on the corner of Cambie and Water Street tooting out a melody and whistling to signal the time. In this area you will find a variety of ethnic and west coast dining, coffee shops, art galleries, souvenir shops, music and art studios, performance schools, nightclubs, lounges and bars. Gastown is bustling with local commercial businesses during the day while the night scene is filled with people heading in and out from the restaurants, lounges, bars, clubs or art openings. Be sure to visit this neighbourhood for the popular Vancouver International Jazz Festival and the Tour de Gastown international bicycle race.
Mexican
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La Casita Mexican Restaurant
La Casita is a small place located on the outskirt of Gastown just across from the old Woodward location. This place is known for their authentic Mexican cuisine.
West Coast
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Steamworks Brewing Company
Since we first opened in 1995, Steamworks has been a favourite of Vancouver locals and visitors alike. Whether you're joining us for lunch, a drink after work, or a group dinner with friends and colleagues, we're honoured to have you with us.
Steamworks gets its name from the famous Gastown steam line that runs through our premises. The Gastown Brewing Company, which is located onsite and brews Steamworks beers, uses steam to fire its kettles. The instant heat of steam allows for greater brewing finesse, and most importantly great tasting beer. Whether you're in the mood for a thirst quenching Lions Gate® lager, or a full bodied HeriocaTM Oatmeal Stout, we've got a beer to please your palate.
Granville Island
Granville Island, underneath the Granville Street Bridge is one the most popular tourist attraction in Vancouver. Be sure to visit local artists and crafts professionals like glassblowing, printmaking, jewelers, potters, painters and many other art disciplines working away in their studios. Then come by the Public Market where vendors sell artwork and fresh local grocery (vegetables, flowers, meats, baked goods, dairy items etc…). You can also find a marina, hotel, theatres, variety of shopping, the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design, great west coast dining and bar lounges, and local street entertainment (performing in the triangle square or the market courtyard both found just by the Public Market) and the popular Granville Island Brewing Company (brews some of the varieties on-site and offer beer-tasting tours).
Afghanistan
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The Afghan Horse-men Restaurant
We are proud to introduce the very FIRST Afghan restaurant in Canada, Family Owned & Operated Since 1974.
Our menu is a sampling of the many fine foods in Afghanistan. Every entrée featured on this menu is carefully prepared as if it is being cooked in an Afghan kitchen.
For those who wish to have the experience of dining in the traditional Afghan manner, we have two separate rooms - The Afghan Room - with low tables and cushions on the floor... True Dinner Afghani Style.
West Coast - Fine Dining
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BRIDGES Restaurant, Bistro and Bar
Bridges has been a landmark on Vancouver’s waterfront for over 25 years. Located next to the public market on historic Granville Island, Bridges serves the freshest seafood Vancouver has to offer. Set near the Arts Club Theatre and Maritime Market, Bridges offers magnificent views of Vancouver’s waterfront, mountains and city center. Bridges Dining Room, Bar, Bistro and outdoor dining are the quintessential summer experience in Vancouver. Served by public moorage, Aquabus and False Creek Ferries Bridges is easily reached by the water and has hundreds of free parking stalls for automobile access.
West Coast - Seafood/Tapas/Japanese
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Sandbar Seafood Restaurant on Granville Island
Situated in the middle of one of the city’s hotspots, under the Granville Street Bridge, this architecturally intriguing restaurant captures everything that is unique and amazing about living in Vancouver, from the stellar scenery to succulent seafood.
The menu is chock-full of freshly landed local catch: wild salmon, Dungeness crab, prawns, clams and mussels.
Kensington - Cedar Cottage
Kensington-Cedar Cottage area, the heart of East Vancouver resides a wide range of cultures and nationalities. This quiet family-oriented neighbourhood is conveniently located away from the hustle and bustle. One of the popular places to visit is the Trout Lake where you can go for stroll or jog, meet up friends, go for a swim, ice skate at the community centre or bird watch along the lake. This area hosts many large outdoor events like the annual Farmer’s Market (spring, summer and early fall) and the Illuminares Lantern Procession, celebration of summer solstice with amazing evening shows. Be sure to check online in your favorite web browser for events that happen all year round.
Asian - Indian - Chinese
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Green Lettuce Restaurant
First Indian Style Chinese Restaurant - “Just the Taste Will Bring You Back!”
Asian - South Indian
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House of Dosas
Sri Lankan and South Indian-style cuisine you will want to give the House of Dosas a try and see why it is the place to go.
Kitsilano
Kitsilano also known as “Kits”, is one of Vancouver’s trendy neighbourhoods for the vibrant array of shopping and dining along West 4th Avenue, Cornwall Avenue and Broadway Street. Expect to find a variety of stores to cater to your lifestyle ranging from one-of-a-kind shops to sporting stores to high end wear. Attracts the “young at heart” being in close proximity to the University of British Columbia and the beaches (Kitsilano Beach and Jericho Beach on the shores of English Bay) that stretches for miles making it a perfect getaway without traveling far to enjoy.
Kerrisdale (Arbutus Ridge Neighbourhood)
Kerrisdale another diverse neighbourhood, is known for their upscale and prosperous atmosphere. It is also known for their small shopping area along 41st avenue and along West Boulevard with high-end clothing shops, unique boutiques and specialty stores. It also features fine dining celebrating the west coast and international cuisines. Go check out their local coffee shops where you can sit right outside with a sweet pastry and a gourmet coffee or drink and people watch. At night, dine out for dinner and then head to the pub on West Boulevard for a drink.
Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant neighbourhood has become one of the growing trendy areas to hang out and to reside there. It is known for its’ eclectic residential, retail/commercial and art spaces. Travel along Main Street close to Broadway, also known as “SoMa” (South of Main Street) for the variety of unique coffee shops, retail stores and dining experience.
Fusion
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Crave Restaurant
A contemporary low key place found on ever booming Main Street, not too far from King Edward Avenue. Run by former Four Seasons Vancouver Hotel Executive Chef, Wayne Martin, Crave is great for impressing someone special or just hanging out with a loved one or with friends.
Mexican
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ZOCALO Restaurant of Eclectic Mexican cuisine
Zocalo in Spanish means “main square” which was named with the intentions of this restaurant to get people together in one place for great food, drinks and great company of friends. Enjoy the intimate setting and the modern décor for a small group or a table just for two by the window.
Middle Eastern - Afghan cuisine
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East is East Restaurant
This small and cozy casual restaurant is one of the places that serves Middle Eastern / Afghan cuisine with flavors from Istanbul to Calcutta. It is decorated in an unique way so you will feel that you’ve been taken away from the West Coast. Expect to find pillows, small tables and wooden chairs in a dim lit atmosphere.
Riley Park - Little Mountain
This is one of Vancouver’s most popular area and still growing. Riley Park-Little Mountain neighbourhood is the home of the Nat Bailey Stadium and Queen Elizabeth Park, the local and tourist attractions. This is where you can find “Antique Row” along Main Street for antique and secondhand shops. Immersed with these shops, are a variety of ethnic restaurants (some offer nightly entertainment), funky and trendy retail boutiques and coffee shops. With this good selection of shopping (or window shopping) and dining, you may need to visit this neighbourhood a few times.
Asian - Filipino
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Rekados Flipino Restaurant
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Sandy’s Cuisine
Sandy’s Cuisine is a Filipino “turo-turo” restaurant. It literally means “point point”. It is similar to what North Americans would refer to as a buffet with a steam-table style selection. Food is offered for take-out or dine-In. Some turo-turos even offer quick orders from the menu. This style of service is quite common in the Philippines and is a huge part of Philippine culture. You will find this type of restaurant practically around every street corner. A “turo-turo” is often run by a family where you have the father as cook, the mother as a food server and the children doing all sorts of tasks from bussing tables to stacking dishes. Sandy’s Cuisine is a family run eatery that is personal and service oriented. Majority of our customers are Filipinos which is a good indication of it’s menu’s authenticity.
Caribbean / Jamaican
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The Reef Restaurant Caribbean Restaurant
The Reef Restaurant opened to critical acclaim in May of 1999. Founded by Liz da Mata & Simon Cotton, their long term friendship & collective work experience has translated into a friendly atmosphere that can be felt the moment you enter their cozy island environment. The restaurant is decorated with rich, warm colours & textures native to the Caribbean Islands, providing an ambience that critics & guests have said “it’s truly like being there!”
The Reef prides itself on customer service & distinctive Caribbean cuisine in a casual atmosphere. The restaurant is fully licensed & serves typical Caribbean drinks such as Red Stripe beer & Dragon Stout.
Fusion / Mediterranean
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The Locus Restaurant
Located at Vancouver's busy and thriving trendy Main Street neighborhood, the Locus Restaurant offers an eclectic fusion of modern and classic favourites. The staff sources the best local and seasonal ingredients to create innovative dishes and delicious daily specials.
Visit the Locus Restaurant and enjoy the natural yet unique and dynamic, gothic décor. The atmosphere is friendly, cozy, and casual, so relax and enjoy your dining experience!
West Coast - Fine Dining
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Seasons in the Park Restaurant
Dine on top of the city at Seasons in the Park. Poised at the peak of Queen Elizabeth Park, this glass-wrapped restaurant offers stunning views of Vancouver’s shimmering city skyline, North Shore Mountains and Pacific Ocean. Distinctive regional West Coast cuisine and exceptional service make this restaurant a ‘must see’ for the visiting guest and a ‘best kept secret’ for locals. This superb restaurant is conveniently located just a 10-minute drive from the Vancouver International Airport and Vancouver’s downtown core.
South Cambie
One of the smallest areas in Vancouver is South Cambie neighbourhood. It is a quiet neighbourhood where you can find small and large retail stores along Cambie Street (a couple offering organic products for health conscious), ethnic dining restaurants, coffee shops and the city’s healthcare facilities like the General Hospital and the BC Children’s Hospital.
American / Spanish Tapas
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Kino Cafe Flamenco and Tapas Bar
Known for its’ tapas, sangria and their nightly flamenco entertainment. When you come inside the restaurant, you feel like you are in another place, as it is not modernly decorated. It looks run down with pictures of dancers and old movies advertisements along the walls resembling an old authentic hang out. This can look like a hole in the wall for some people and for others a funky very low-key place to hang out for beer or a pitcher of their infamous sangria.
South Granville (Fairview Neighbourhood)
A part of the Fairview neighbourhood is the South Granville area. You can find this area full of hustle and bustle as it offers fine and casual dining both ethnic and West Coast (catering to all age groups) and high end shopping both in clothing and home décor. If you love art, then this is the place to be as it is the home for “Gallery Row” where you will find a large number of art galleries.
For an evening out, check to see if the restaurants offer pre-theatre dinner (usually a set menu at a reasonable price) before you go to the historic Stanley Theatre for a show. Then end the night with a quick drink or a cup of coffee at a nearby cafe for intimate conversations.
Italian
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Portobello Ristorante
Newly renovated ristorante formerly located near Feenies and Lumiere, attracts those who enjoy great dining in the South Granville area. Italian is their specialty and no detail is missed when it comes to aromatic flavors, presentation and décor with orange-red accents
Japanese
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Fish On Rice
Fish on Rice is the perfect place for those who love food and lots of it. Known for their Japanese cuisine, this is one of the places to come and get your fill on this popular West Coast favorite. Be sure to bring an appetite to take advantage of the all your can eat buffet available for lunch and dinner.
Barbecue (Southern Style)
Memphis Blues BBQ
George Siu (an original owner of Not Just Desserts) and Park Heffelfinger (Vancouver Wine Academy) had a stopover in Memphis while flying from New Orleans. Lunch was a Pulled Pork Sandwich, and it was love at first bite. Since then, they have attended the World Barbecue Championships in Memphis where they conducted extensive research. They were able to reproduce the recipes at home, and decided to bring Authentic Southern Barbeque to Vancouver.
West End
The West End neighbourhood not to be mistaken as the West Side, is known to be the most vibrant area of Vancouver. Attracts Vancouverites of all ages with all the high energy this area creates. You can find downtown Robson and Denman Street for designer clothing shopping, and the trendy / fine dining restaurants, bars, dance clubs and lounges here. A shopper’s dream whether you are a tourist or a local. This is where popular annual events and celebrations happen like the Gay Pride Parade and the Celebration of Lights held annually during the summer at English Bay. With all the action and activities that doesn’t stop until the wee hours of the morning, who would want to miss all the fun?
Love walking? Especially by the waters? There is a route where you will find joggers, walkers, rollerbladers and bikers who use this leading thru English Bay to Stanley Park, another tourist attraction.
West End is the place to be and be seen.
Asian - Malaysian
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Banana Leaf Malaysian Restaurant
Sample the best that Malaysian cuisine has to offer at Banana Leaf, where we combine authentic Malaysian fare with friendly service and a cheerful decor to bring you a dining experience you won't soon forget. We are an award winning establishment, voted the best again and again in Georgia Straight, Westender, Where Magazine, Vancouver magazine, and many more. Come see why we're considered the best Malaysian restaurant in Vancouver!
East Indian
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Desi Lounge and Restaurant
Desi’s were the original settlers from India. They worked hard and had a reputation of being dedicated employees, Desi’s faced many challenges racism, poor housing, poor nutrition and of course a language barrier. But through all this adversity, came strength. Today Desi’s are flourishing and a integral part of Canada’s social and economic fabric. Food is a great source of comfort for Desi’s who love to socialize. Junction is where two things join or meet. Desi’s value family and friends, they love to get together with them and enjoy Desi foods. These foods bring back memories of life back home where aromatic spices, succulent fruits, crisp ripe vegetables and fresh meats make every meal most enjoyable for all friends and family. Desi Junction is the heart of all Desi’s; fresh homemade meals in a warm friendly atmosphere shared by friends and family.
Tapas
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Bin 941 / Bin 942 Tapas Parlours
”Big, bold flavours, eclectic design and a comfortable yet energetic feel "- this describes not only Bin 941 and Bin 942 (The Bins) but also their owner, Executive Chef Gord Martin. First a vocalist (hence the killer music), then a chef (just try the food - I dare ya) and now a "closet" restaurant designer (check out the art, the doorways and the little odds and ends that make up the atmosphere!), Gord combines his life-loves with his work. And not only that, but Martin started a craze with Bin 941 Tapas Parlour that has taken over the West Coast - TAPAS!!”
West Coast – Contemporary
- Balthazar Restaurant Hideaway
"Balthazar restaurant has been many things, including a 1920s beauty school and boarding house for girls known as Maxine’s, named for its enterprising Parisian proprietor. In the 1930’s, it was used as a hideout for two of America’s most wanted fugitives (one of whom was captured here by J. Edgar Hoover himself). When times got tough, Madame Maxine used the lower floor of the school as a brothel, hence Balthazar’s “Bordello” room. There is also a filled-in tunnel (once used for rum-running during U.S. prohibition) connecting the building to boathouses at English Bay. A second, lesser-known tunnel connected the brothel to what was then called Rogers Mansion, now Romano’s Macaroni Grill; the Rogers Sugar magnate liked having his own secret point of access and egress to the brothel. You can still see where the tunnels were filled on the basement floor. But be wary if you venture down, though, the restaurant manager says he has received internal pages from the basement phone late at night even though he’s the only one there."
-- The Unknown City by John Mackie & Sarah Reeder
West Coast – Contemporary / Steaks
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Delilah’s Restaurant and Martini Bar
”Since first opening its doors in 1985, Delilah’s consistently wins the "Best Martini in Vancouver" prizes (critic's choice awards). Delilah’s is credited as the “birthplace of the cocktail martini” & certainly makes the best darn martini the world over. Executive Chef Jonathan Thauberger’s imaginative prix fix menu focuses on the freshest local and seasonal ingredients. Breads are baked fresh daily, meats are cured in-house, & the sauces & desserts are all made from scratch. Step back in time when you enter this lavish setting of hand-painted ceilings, lush velvet banquets, over-sized comfortable chairs, fresh cut flowers, all complemented with a selection of charming music to complete the experience. For a more private affair, Delilah’s offers two unique private booths - ideal for the most romantic of occasions – but book ahead, these special rooms are in high demand!”
West Coast - Seafood
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The Boathouse Restaurant
Our team of Chefs lead the kitchen in each location. Along with the Staff and Management team, our Chefs are committed to providing you with the best and the freshest flavours of the Westcoast. ”Best of the West Coast. Fresh and local.”
Asian Fusion - Tea / Desserts
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Capstone Tea and Fondue
From Africa to Japan, we have the best selection of teas on Robson Street, Vancouver. So relax with your favorite cup of Capstone tea along with fresh fruit and melted chocolate for our chocolate fondue buffet. br>
Yaletown
Yaletown, one of downtown’s communities has become one of the trendy places to hang out for drinks, fine and casual dining (both ethnic and West Coast, local entertainment or shopping at specialty boutiques and markets. Away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown core, this area is not far from the waterfront. On a great day, take a stroll to the David Lam Park by the Roundhouse Community Centre and walk around the waterfront where the marinas are located. Inhale the fresh air deeply while enjoying the view as you watch boaters, dragon boat paddlers or rowers sail by. Yaletown is a great place to chill out and play during the day. Then hang out at night for great drinks, food and fun entertainment until the wee hours.
British / Mediterranean
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Marmalade Kitchen and Bar Restaurant
This London inspired waterfront restaurant boasts a stunning view of False Creek and neighboring Granville Island.Marmalade’s mod-retro décor conveys a smooth and sexy mood, featuring rich brown woods and dark chocolate leather with amber lighting and accents. Dine by candlelight on the waterfront patio or enjoy a draught ale at the bar.
Experience delicious West Coast classics such as the sautéed Sockeye Salmon or a traditional Sunday roast with all the trimmings. Join us during the week for our daily lunch specials or unwind from the long days work with one of our uniquely blended cocktails.
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Fusion
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Catus Club - Yaletown Location
The leader in casual fine dining. We have earned our reputation by being innovative and staying focused on addictive food, outstanding service and beautiful restaurants. We strive to ensure that every customer leaves happy. Our globally inspired menu, addictive flavours and commitment to service will keep you coming back for more.
Mexican
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Tequila Kitchen
Concept dreamed of by owner Laura Enriquez. Vancouver has a big ethnic diversity, but there seemed to be lacking some authentic Mexican food. So along with her partner Claudia Ibarrondo, son Emiliano Nunez and Executive Chef Juan Gonzalez, the dream developed. The main idea behind TK is Botanas and Agave. Botanas are a sort of Mexican tapas. A fun sharing platter, dedicated to thrill your taste buds and keep you begging for more. All of our tequilas are 100% agave. The only things kept behind the bar are Tequila, Mexican beer and some wine. Our cocktails are all tequila based and unbelievably refreshing! We are trying to put in front of you what anybody in Mexico is enjoying at this very moment. The real, fresh flavors of our homeland right here in Vancouver. When you come to this warm spot in Yaletown, you will feel welcome and at home and will want to come back as soon as you leave!
West Coast - Seafood
- Rodney's Oyster Bar
Rodney Clark, "the Oysterman", has presented and celebrated Oysters for over twenty years. He is proud to invite you to share the experience of "maritime hospitality" where good shellfish, prepared simply and knowledgeably is the daily fare.
Burnaby
Japanese
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Fish On Rice
Fish on Rice is the perfect place for those who love food and lots of it. Known for their Japanese cuisine, this is one of the places to come and get your fill on this popular West Coast favorite. Be sure to bring an appetite to take advantage of the all your can eat buffet available for lunch and dinner. Be sure to check out our Broadway (just by Hemlock Street) location!
North Vancouver
Barbecue (Southern Style)
Memphis Blues BBQ
George Siu (an original owner of Not Just Desserts) and Park Heffelfinger (Vancouver Wine Academy) had a stopover in Memphis while flying from New Orleans. Lunch was a Pulled Pork Sandwich, and it was love at first bite. Since then, they have attended the World Barbecue Championships in Memphis where they conducted extensive research. They were able to reproduce the recipes at home, and decided to bring Authentic Southern Barbeque to Vancouver.
Persian
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Kashcool Persian Restaurant
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Persepolis Persian Restaurant
West Vancouver
Persian
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Shalizar Restaurant and Bar
West Coast - Seafood
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The Salmon House
Every seat in the house, whether in the expansive dining room or intimate Coho Room Lounge, receives the captivating view of Vancouver below. Aside from the commanding view, the restaurant is accented with authentic West Coast art and the pieces are just as inspiring - capturing the heart of the West Coast. Once seated inside the restaurant, you feel as though you're in an elegant log cabin with textures of slate and wood, and colours of rust, olive greens and grey blues. The newly renovated Coho Room is a special place to linger before or after your meal featuring a club-like feel with live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Richmond
Pacific Rim
Dockside Café at the River Rock Casino and Resort
With an imaginative menu, attention to the best in regional produce coupled with a scenic view of the grounds and marina, dining at the Dockside Cafe is an experience in itself. The menu reflects a variety of specialties from the Pacific Rim, infused with the best in Asian cuisine. From all your breakfast favourites served with a westcoast flair, to an expansive lunch menu featuring a variety of crisp salads, hearty soups and all the popular lunch time offerings. Our nightly “fresh sheet” offers a mouth watering selection and is complemented by our relaxed evening atmosphere and patio seating to enjoy the beautiful sunset.
Seafood / West Coast
Sockeye City Grill Restaurant
Steveston's finest waterfront Seafood Restaurant located just minutes from Richmond Center and the Vancouver International Airport.
We proudly serve only the freshest of wild B.C. Salmon, Halibut, Mussels and Clams. Fresh Oysters in the half shell are available daily, Live Lobster and Crab from our Crab tank are a local favorite.
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