British Columbia Restaurants
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1. Ask For Luigi
$$$ | |Neighborhood residents queue before opening to secure one of the 30 seats in this cozy Italian bistro serving up house-made pasta and Prosecco on tap. Antipasti like burrata, fried cauliflower and—of course—meatballs, are served family style, so bring some friends for the best experience. It can take up to two hours to get a table, so plan to head elsewhere for drinks; the friendly staff (none of whom are named "Luigi") will text when your name hits the top of the wait list, or come for lunch if time is of the essence. Regardless of the hour, don't miss the house-bottled Spritz.
305 Alexander St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 1C4, Canada604-428–2544Known For
- Family style dining
- Italian antipasti
- House-bottled Spritz
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2. Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio
$$$ | Downtown |The critically acclaimed Aura offers inspired west coast–Asian fusion cuisine and a drop-dead gorgeous backdrop of the Inner Harbour—arguably the best in town. Think BBQ sambal skate on banana leaf or crispy pork belly with peanut and bacon crumble, and carrot truffle mouse. Dining here is also a grazing adventure of small plates, so hearty appetites may need multiple plates, which can rack up the cost. The wine cellar is full of hard-to-find Vancouver Island wines and Okanagan labels; there's also a good selection of local craft beers and spirits as well as splash cocktails. Did we mention that Aura has the city's best waterfront patio, bar none?
680 Montreal St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 1Z8, Canada250-414–6739Known For
- Waterfront patio
- Imaginative fusion cuisine
- Stylish dining room
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3. Black+Blue
$$$$ | |Looking for a great steak? This two-level steak house has its own meat locker for dry aging, and the house specialty is certified Kobe ribeye and striploin. Several dishes include showy, table-side service. Vegetarians and pescatarians will also find plenty of options. If you can, head to the rooftop patio, a garden-inspired space filled with pergolas adorned with lights and flowers for a very romantic, happening space. Happy hour runs every day, all afternoon, so it's the perfect place to stop into after a shopping spree along Alberni and Robson Streets.
1032 Alberni St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 1A3, Canada604-637--0777Known For
- Great steaks
- Attentive service
- Happening vibe
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends -
4. Boom + Batten
$$$ | Vic West |Located along the Songhees Westsong Walkway, adjacent to the new Victoria International Marina, the views match the food at this waterfront restaurant. Its bakery-café offers sweet and savory treats for walkers and coffee aficionados, and the restaurant menu is a combination of charcuterie boards and terrines for sharing, wood-fired-oven pizzas, raw options like scallop with pickled beet citrus vinaigrette, marinated octopus and ceviches, as well as pastas and imaginative takes on classics such as duck Bolognese. The entire space is bold and modern with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Inner Harbour from an outer harbor vantage—provided there isn't a multimillion-dollar yacht in the sightline. Late night munchies? This is the spot. Picnicking? Then order a Boom Box (for delivery or pick up) filled with culinary delights.
2 Paul Kane Pl., Victoria, British Columbia, V9A 7J8, Canada250-940–5850Known For
- Views of Inner Harbour
- Sharing plates
- Hip and happening place
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5. Chambar
$$$$ | |In this hip, brick-walled eatery, classic Belgian dishes are reinvented with flavors from North Africa and beyond. The moules (mussels) are justifiably popular, either steamed in white wine or sauced with exotic smoked chilis, cilantro, and coconut cream. Those seeking a more adventurous option might select the barbecued frog legs, curried mushrooms, or ostrich carpaccio. Unusual, perhaps, but definitely delicious. Meanwhile, a smartly dressed crowd hangs out at the bar sipping imported beer or delicious cocktails like the Blue Fig (gin infused with oven-roasted figs and served with a side of blue cheese). An easy walk to theaters and sports arenas, it's a good spot for a pre-event bite.
568 Beatty St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B2L3, Canada604-879–7119Known For
- Moules frites
- Belgian beer
- Specialty meats
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6. Eleven 22 Restaurant
$$ | |Chef/owner Konan Mar's passion for cultural diversity and his talent for fusing Canadian and Asian cuisine with a distinctly European flair shape this restaurant's regularly changing menu (think pork and kimchi potstickers and stout-braised duck shepherd's pie). Based in one of Golden's oldest houses and decorated with local art, the space is cozy.
122 10 Ave. S., Golden, British Columbia, Canada250-344--2443Known For
- Intimate summer outdoor patio with mountain views
- Original, modern food
- Early-bird 3-course dinner special between 5 and 6 pm
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7. Flying Beaver Bar & Grill
$$$ | |Watch floatplanes take off and land at this buzzy pub on the Fraser River, near YVR's south terminal. A shuttle service runs from the main terminal.
4760 Inglis Dr., Vancouver, British Columbia, V7B 1W4, Canada604-273--0278Known For
- Unique location
- Great atmosphere
- Tasty pub grub
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8. Go Fish
$$ | |If the weather's fine, head for this seafood stand on the seawall, overlooking the docks beside Granville Island. The menu is short—highlights include fish-and-chips, grilled salmon or tuna sandwiches, and fish tacos—but the quality is first-rate. It's hugely popular, and on sunny summer days the waits can be maddening both to order and to wait on its cooked-to-order delivery. So try to avoid the busiest times: noon to 2 pm and 5 pm to closing (usually around 7). Because there are just a few outdoor tables, be prepared to take your food to go.
1505 W. 1st Ave., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6J 1E8, Canada604-730--5040Known For
- Seaside location
- Fresh-off-the-boat fish
- Long lines
Restaurant Details
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9. Hawksworth Restaurant
$$$$ | |With sleek white tables and sparkling chandeliers, Chef David Hawksworth's modish restaurant welcomes locals toasting new clients or celebrating a romantic anniversary. The food (and the crowd) is suave and swanky, too. You might start with hamachi tartare dressed with chili lime vinaigrette, or a simpler heirloom tomato salad with burrata and preserved cherries. Although the menu changes frequently, mains might include wild salmon with lobster agnolotti, or duck breast with turnip and loganberry jus. Everything is superbly presented, including, for dessert, the delicious mushroom ice-cream. Don't knock it until you've tried it.
801 W. Georgia St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 1P7, Canada604-673–7000Known For
- Upscale dining
- Seasonal menus
- Flavor combinations and presentation
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10. Jamjar Canteen
$$ | |Inside this stylish and cozy space you'll find mouthwatering Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes (think mujadra, labneh, tabbouli, and more) alongside inventive cocktails. They also serve a yummy weekend brunch. There are two other locations.
2290 Commercial Dr., Vancouver, British Columbia, V5N4B5, Canada604-252--3957Known For
- Fresh, local ingredients
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian and vegan options
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11. Le Crocodile
$$$$ | |Chefs prepare classic Alsatian-inspired food—including the signature onion tart—at this long-established Downtown restaurant that sets the standard for French cuisine in Vancouver. Despite the white-tablecloth sophistication, the breezy curtains, golden yellow walls, and burgundy banquettes keep things cozy. Favorite dishes include a signature foie gras tasting followed by classics such as lobster with beurre blanc, veal medallions with morel sauce, and grilled Dover sole. Service is attentive and professional.
100–909 Burrard St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 2N2, Canada604-669–4298Known For
- Lobster with beurre blanc
- Veal medallions
- Excellent service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch Sat. -
12. Miku Waterfront
$$$ | |This is fusion sushi, so purists be warned. The restaurant introduced Vancouver to flame-seared aburi and also pressed oshi sushi to Canada. And its imaginative combinations since then have certainly made their mark. Try the Aburi prime platter of nine rice bites topped with everything from pressed prawn with a lime zest to jalapeño-spiced salmon to Japanese Wagyu. Or go for Raisu: a bamboo box containing 12 multicolored rice squares. Only 10 boxes are made each night, so get there early to snag one. The place can get noisy, but its location next to Canada Place gives unrivalled views of cruise ships coming and going.
200 Granville Square, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 1S4, Canada604-568--3900Known For
- Extraordinary sushi
- Stunning views
- Sake pairings
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13. Nightingale Restaurant
$$$ | |A former gentlemen's club that has evolved into an upscale, tapas-style bistro, this restaurant turns shared dining (think generous small plates) into a deliciously classy experience. Roasted cauliflower, orange-braised fennel, and buttermilk fried chicken with spiced maple syrup come alongside oven-fired pizzas with toppings such as zucchini, mint lemon, and cashew béchamel. Save room for a dessert finale, especially if it's espresso cake. Large, full-plate options are available. But why choose one dish when multiple flavors await? Besides, this is David Hawksworth's second restaurant, and that endorsement alone puts it in the winner's circle.
1017 West Hastings St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 0C4, Canada604-695--9500Known For
- Great sharing plates
- Historic location
- Renowned chef
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14. Nuba
$$$ | |You can make a meal of meze—appetizers like falafel, tabbouleh, or crispy cauliflower served with tahini—at this subterranean Lebanese restaurant. If you're looking for something heartier, the kitchen serves roast chicken, lamb kibbeh, and other meat dishes, but much of the menu is vegetarian-friendly. You'll also find Nuba locations in Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, and Yaletown.
207 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 1H7, Canada604-668–1655Known For
- Vegetarian dining
- Lebanese cuisine
- Small plates
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15. Pajo's at the Wharf
$$ | |This floating fish-and-chips stand, the original location of the popular local eatery, draws crowds all summer long.
12351 Third Ave., Vancouver, British Columbia, V7E 2Z1, Canada604-272--1588Known For
- Fresh fish
- Fun dining experience
- On the water
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16. Pane Vino
$$ | |This family-owned farm-to-table pizzeria serves authentic Naples ‘za in the heart of Lake Country. It’s conveniently located next to the electric bike rental shop: following an afternoon of touring the Okanagan Rail Trail or Lake Country wineries on two wheels, you’ll be sure to stop in here for some Italian comfort food.
3996 Irvine Rd., British Columbia, V4V 2G4, Canada250-317–1435Known For
- View of the lake
- Extensive wine menu
- Authentic pizza oven all the way from Naples
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17. Red Fish Blue Fish
$$ | Downtown |If you like your fish both yummy and ecologically friendly, look no further than this former shipping container on the pier at the foot of Broughton Street. From the soil-topped roof and biodegradable packaging to the sustainably harvested local seafood, this waterfront takeout shop minimizes its ecological footprint. The chef offers a choice of local wild salmon, tuna, and oysters from the barbecue. Portuguese buns are baked daily for the seafood sandwiches, fish tacos come in grilled tortilla cones, and even plain old fish-and-chips are taken up a notch with a choice of wild salmon, halibut, or cod in tempura batter with hand-cut fries. And don't knock the "frikle" (battered pickle) 'til you've tried it. Be prepared for long lineups on sunny days and for variable closures during wet and cooler months.
1006 Wharf St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1T4, Canada250-298–6877Known For
- Jerk fish poutine
- Barbecued oysters
- Top-notch fish-and-chips
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner. Closed Nov.–mid-Feb., Reservations not accepted -
18. Seasons in the Park
$$$$ | |A perennial favorite with locals for special occasions, this restaurant boasts spectacular views overlooking the city and mountains from its perch at the highest point in Queen Elizabeth Park. Service is excellent in the white-tablecloth dining room, and the menu showcases regional West Coast cuisine. Weekend brunch and Sunday night Prime Rib dinner are popular. Valet parking is available for lunch and dinner. Once in the park, follow the signs to the top of the hill to the restaurant.
West 33rd Ave. at Cambie, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Y 2M4, Canada604-874--8008Known For
- Panoramic views
- Special occasions
- Fine dining
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19. Sonora Room Restaurant
$$$ | |Start with a picture-perfect backdrop overlooking the vineyards, add a contemporary market-driven menu, top it off with expert service, and the result is one of the Okanagan's finest dining experiences. With its high-beamed ceilings and wood floors, the interior is rustic, but the best seats are on the terrace looking out across the fields. The menu changes every year but you might find dishes like seared tuna with beets or duck breast with parsnip and sweet potato. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily from May through mid-October, but keeps more limited hours off-season.
500 Burrowing Owl Pl., British Columbia, V0H 1T1, Canada250-498–0620Known For
- Views of the picturesque vineyard
- Use of local ingredients
- Fine dining in a casual atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Jan.; call for hrs in Nov., Dec., and Feb.–Apr. -
20. The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant
$$$ | |With a seafood restaurant, a sushi bar, and live music nightly in the wine bar, this venue under the Granville Bridge has something for everyone. For dramatic views over False Creek, reserve a table on the rooftop patio, which is open year-round. Make sure to try their to-die-for crab cake!
1535 Johnson St., Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3R9, Canada604-669--9030Known For
- Made-to-order sushi
- Quintessential Vancouver location
- Sunday night seafood boil
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