Diners' Choice: Canadian restaurants in Vancouver / British Columbia

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

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The Gull

4.8

4.8 (74)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

North Vancouver

About the restaurant

Beautifully renovated, warehouse style building, serving contemporary seasonal cuisine. We are known for our house ground burgers and rotating seasonal menus. Located in the heart of Lower Lonsdale, with the Shipyards Brewery district right in our backyard. Cocktails are our specialty and our menu is unique and classics focused with a twist. Come join us for an evening and experience the charm of The Gull.

Top review

Erica

Dined on Jul 5, 2025

The food and service was a delight. We would highly recommend this restaurant.

The Nineteenth

4.8

4.8 (248)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Castlegar

About the restaurant

All patio reservations are weather permitting. If reserving an outdoor table, please be advised that we may not be able to accommodate you indoors in case of inclement weather. Please be sure to contact us in case of unexpected weather changes. We will seat a maximum of 6ppl indoors and 10 people per table indoors, but will accept larger groups in a section. We have limited larger tables to seat 10-12ppl. Please call us directly.

The Castlegar Golf Club, nestled in the majestic Selkirk mountains, provides a spectacular setting for a game of golf, a great meal and beverage or a social gathering. Open to the public whether golfing or not. Golfing? Grab a meal before or after your round, or a quick drink or snack at the turn, the Nineteenth is the perfect location.

Re-opened in April 2017 by local restauranteur Florio Vassilakakis with a fresh menu, name and look. We look forward to seeing you this season. Reservations for larger groups recommended.

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CraigVIP

Dined on Jul 4, 2025

Another great meal and experience. Service is very friendly and attentive and menu and drink selection is extensive. Great job by everyone and we’ll be back!

The Flying Steamshovel

4.5

4.5 (346)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Rossland

About the restaurant

THE FLYING STEAMSHOVEL FEATURES, 14 CRAFT BEER TAPS, A BC FOCUSED WINE LIST, HAND CRAFTED COCKTAILS AND FOOD OFFERINGS. ALONG WITH BOUTIQUE ROOMS ABOVE THE VENUE,
THE GASTROPUB SHOWCASES CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS ON STAGE EACH AND EVERY WEEK.

THE SHOVEL IS THE PLACE TO EXPERIENCE ALL THINGS ROSSLAND.

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Maureen

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

We always have a pretty good meal and decent service here. Staff are friendly, food consistent lots of local beer options. We were sad not to be able to sample the special as it was sold out. All good

Nightingale

4.7

4.7 (2358)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Coal Harbour

About the restaurant

Nightingale's menu feature dishes that are ingredient-led and packed with flavour. MICHELIN Guide Recommended and Named Canada’s Best Farm to Table Restaurant, we are passionate about sourcing locally and our relationship with local farms, growers, foragers & fisherman are second to none. Our wood-stone pizza oven is at the heart of our kitchen and our dough has been diligently perfected to deliver Neapolitan style pizzas with seasonally changing toppings over a delicious crust. Guests are encouraged to order a range of dishes from our extensive menu selection, which are best shared family-style. Nightingale's award winning wine list has been carefully curated, and our highly trained Sommelier Team is on hand to guide you towards local hidden gems, as well as both those elusive and more popular varietals. We offer a range of local craft beers as well as classic and seasonally changing original cocktails.

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SabinaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful restaurant. We were sitting outside and had a delicious meal. Wait staff was exceptional.

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Experience

Chef's Table Booth Reservation

Experience

Group Dining Reservation

Wildlight Kitchen & Bar

4.7

4.7 (243)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

University Area

About the restaurant

A celebration of West Coast culture and cuisine, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar is a MICHELIN® Guide Recommended selection. The approachable, premium- casual concept highlights ethically sourced, seasonal ingredients in modern all-day dishes by homegrown culinary talent, Chef Warren Chow, recipient of Michelin’s first-ever Young Chef Award for Vancouver in 2023. Chow’s menu is matched by select regional wines and handcrafted cocktails, all served in a warmly welcoming and stylish dining space, along with the enclosed glass, year-round atrium. Wildlight Kitchen + Bar's wine list is recognized by the Vancouver International Wine Festival, and Wine Spectator for its selections and ongoing commitment to B.C. wines and other international bottles.

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Joy

Dined 1 day ago

Always meeting our expectations. Micheal’s wine list is over the top. Great selection with good value. He always sources out product that is difficult to find. Highly recommended!!

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Experience

Happy Hour Daily from 3pm-5pm!

Radish

4.8

4.8 (29)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

We're here for you all day and into the evening. At Radish, our focus is simple: we create fresh dishes we love and look forward to sharing them with you.

Join us during the day for a variety of sandwiches, salads, bowls, and a few egg dishes— perfect for those who enjoy breakfast any time.

As the evening sets in, the atmosphere shifts, and so does the menu. Enjoy pastas, pizzas, meat dishes, and shareable vegetable plates; perfect for just yourself and even better with friends.

And of course, we have craft cocktails and a carefully chosen wine list— everything you need for a great night out in the neighbourhood!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

Radish Restaurant is an absolute gem! The food was nothing short of amazing—fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality in every bite. The staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. It's such a great find in a fantastic location. I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Vancouver.

JJs Restaurant at VCC

4.8

4.8 (325)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Chinatown

About the restaurant

JJ’s Restaurant is a Vancouver institution. Both the kitchen and front of house are run by students who are in their 2nd level of cook training. Enjoy a three-course a la carte lunch which is reasonably priced and produced with the highest level of passion and care by students with the guidance of their Chef Instructors. If you are interested in a group booking please email culinaryarts@vcc.ca. Chef's Table dinner is a set menu, and courses can not be changed due to guest preferences. We have these specific proteins on the menu to further the student's knowledge in the program.

Please note that JJ’s and Chef’s Table service may be interrupted by inclement weather, including extreme heat or significant snowfalls. VCC makes this precaution to keep the staff and customers safe. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

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Anna

Dined 6 days ago

The services and food presentation and taste are excellent. We had a wonderful and an enjoyable evening.

Belgard Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (935)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Gastown

About the restaurant

Inspired by fresh ingredients and local producers, our food menu at Belgard Kitchen highlight Canadian ingredients from east to west, taking influence from techniques across the globe, while our drink menus showcase BC wines as well as craft beer & cider made in house.

Open daily, we offer weekday lunch, weekend brunch, with dinner and and happy hour served seven nights a week.

We love to celebrate! We host full restaurant buy outs for larger groups & events, while our mezzanine and alcove spaces are ideal for intimate occasions & private dining any day of the week.

Join us in the Railtown Design District, just east of Gastown in Vancouver, BC.

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JaneVIP

Dined 7 days ago

This was a hidden gem! The Wellington Brie was creamy, perfectly flaky and with a delicious sauce. We enjoyed a wine flight and seeing how the flavors changed before and after Brie. The service was outstanding, with amazing recommendations. Brava to Belgard!

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Experience

Best of Belgard - Evening Menu

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Best of Belgard: Brunch

JOEY Burnaby

4.7

4.7 (344)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Burnaby

About the restaurant

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. JOEY Burnaby, a neighbourhood staple, employs modern interiors and handmade lighting for a sleek yet casual dining and lounge experience, with a stunning rooftop patio.

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charito

Dined 1 day ago

It was just AWESOME night for my daughter-in-law's birthday celebration!!! Thanks to Freida and Marley for making it extra special with bouquet, birthday card and complimentary Brulee Cheesecake. This experience is only available in Joey Burnaby!!! And we keep coming back here even without occasion. Service from start to end exceptional! The food is amazing as always with few let downs like the Lychee Calamansi drink which is too sour and lacking lychee flavor that we have to request to add more flavors. The Miso Mushroom is delicious but guess what it's too small of a portion and not shareable and so with truffle fries. The steak for some reason was not medium rare but it's almost medium making it a bit tough. The desserts were sumptuous and decadent. Overall we were super happy with everything. Thanks Freida and Marleyand all the staff of Joey! You guys rock❤️👏👏👏

Chameleon

4.7

4.7 (1008)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows

About the restaurant

Located at the heart of Maple Ridge, Chameleon brings a chic, sophisticated restaurant and lounge to life. 25ft ceilings with an open kitchen concept breathe new life to a timelessly stylish, sexy, and fun space.

Executive Chef Dan has created an innovative, seasonally inspired menu that, like the Chameleon, changes its appearance with its surroundings. Our intentions are to showcase the Pacific Northwest through seasonally inspired dishes and cocktails.

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Ken

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic service, great food, loved the atmosphere and will definitely be going back.

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