Bishop's

Name: Bishop's
Address: 2183 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6K 1N7
Telephone: (604) 738-2025
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1785 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Northwest

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The fare at Bishop's is regional and seasonal. In restaurateur John Bishop's view, it makes sense to showcase British Columbia's lush bounty of seafood, organic produce and meats. His exquisite West Side restaurant blends classic and modern flavors with a casual elegance that keeps clients coming back for a truly exceptional dining experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Northwest, Organic
Hours of operation
Open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30 till closing time. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Closed December 24th, 25th and 26th
Phone number
(604) 738-2025
Website
http://www.bishopsonline.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Macia Bagur
Private party facilities
For party's of 7 or more we strongly recommend a pre-set menu with 2 choices for appetizers, entrees and desserts
Private party contact
Abel Jacinto: (604) 738-2025

Location
2183 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7
Neighborhood
Kitsilano
Cross street
Yew Street
Parking details
We are located along major bus routes, or fifteen minutes from Downtown Vancouver via taxi.
Additional
Full Bar, Takeout, Wine

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Popular dishes

Dungeness Crab and Sockeye Salmon CakeCA$24.00
grilled asparagus, lemon-basil mayonnaise
Grilled Plum SaladCA$22.00
Sole Food mixed greens, tzatziki and honey mustard dressing
Cream of Cauliflower SoupCA$18.00
Poached egg, pomegranate, horseradish, pickled cauliflower
Ahi Tuna TartareCA$26.00
Niçoise relish, ssamjang crumble, butter lettuce

Main Course

Pan Roasted Sable Fish FilletCA$42.00
Watercress, seasonal vegetables, pistachio sauce
Dry Aged Duck BreastCA$38.00
Smoked pomme purée, beet root ketchup, poached pear, daikon, port wine jus
Boneless Venison StriploinCA$52.00
Truffle parsnip purée, pickled kohlrabi, calvados jus
Roasted Rack of LambCA$54.00
eggplant purée, mint, seasonal vegetables, labneh, lamb jus
House Made Meat CannelloniCA$32.00
sherry béchamel sauce
RisottoCA$32.00
wild mushrooms, hazelnuts, truffle oil

Sides

Pomme FritesCA$12.00
Classic RatatouilleCA$12.00
Theresa Daily BreadCA$8.00

Desserts

Death by ChocolateCA$14.00
Vanilla Crème BruléeCA$14.00
Burnt Basque CheesecakeCA$14.00
House Made Ice Cream and SorbetCA$14.00

Cheese Selection

Cheese SelectionCA$25.00
assorted cheese, crostini, seasonal compote

Special Night at Bishops

Suggested Aperitifs

Bishop's Martini
Vodka, passion fruit, pomegranate, bubbles
Bishop's 85
Gin, Blue Mountain Brut, lemon juice, drop of honey
Bishop's Manhattan
Bourbon, dry and sweet vermouth, bitters
Bishop's Negroni
Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, elderflower, orange

Selection of Appetizers

Choose between Pan Roasted Sable Fish Fillet or Grilled Beef Tenderloin

Pan Roasted Sable Fish Fillet
Watercress, seasonal vegetables, pistachio sauce
Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Truffle parsnip purée, pickled kohlrabi, calvados jus
Grilled Eggplant
Pickled Kohlrabi, salad
Wild Mushroom Risotto

Selection of Desserts

Selection of Desserts

What 1,785 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Quiet

1,785 Reviews

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PamelaC
Vancouver
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were so very saddened to hear that Bishop’s is closing. It has been our favourite restaurant since John opened in 1985. His impact on the dining scene in Vancouver, and everyone involved in the industry, is immeasurable. The staff, current and past, have always been exceptional. Our last night was a bittersweet experience. Of course, the food and service were excellent, as usual, and John was the consummate host. It was difficult to say goodbye, so we didn’t. It’s just until next time, somewhere…
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Sean
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
10/10 experience. Service was great and food was impeccable. Thank you John and Theresa for the wonderful dining experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely exquisite food and cocktails and excellent service. A little pricey but will be back.
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BradleyG
Vancouver
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic as usual
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Myac
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience4
We really enjoyed the salmon/crab cake and duck breast!
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HarryP
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
By far Vancouver’s best restaurant. A bit pricey according to some reviews but worth every penny.
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ChristopherB
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A top notch fine dining experience. Service and food is exceptional
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dianek
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
It was very kind of the server to give me a complimentary glass of bubbly when I was frazzled after being very late
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GeniaA
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
Took my sister for a birthday dinner and everything was delicious. She has many complicated allergies and the chef was patient and accommodating to find solutions. The wine recommendation was delicious and a few other birthdays added to the celebration. Sure hope they can stay open in 2022 as I'd like to become a regular!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a wonderful birthday celebration with my three sisters. From the time we arrived we were greeted warmly and throughout the evening the staff was amazing. Yes, Bishop’s is expensive but the service is top notch, the food delicious and the “Bishop Team”, clearly love what they do. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a special night out. You won’t be disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience5
Yearly Christmas get together
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Alnoor
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience3
The rack of lamb was nothing short of outstanding! The dessert was a banana flambe, not listed on the menu, was simply to die for! Value for my money though left me wanting for more...
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PamO
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are so glad that Bishop's remains open as we always have a wonderful evening when we dine there. Excellent staff who make you feel very welcome and superb food.
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Vancouver
Vancouver
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, a perfect evening. Service, food and ambiance reign supreme at Bishops. I am so happy it is still here for our enjoyment. Sublime!❤️❤️
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HattieZ
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a fantastic experience for my birthday. Mr. Bishop came talked to us, felt like chat with a long time friend. The whole crew was nice. How they timed their food was outstanding. At the end, before we leaving, Mr. Bishop even gave me a rose for my birthday gift ☺️Such an unforgettable night.
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WineGirl831
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant; excellent food. Nice wine list & well-made cocktails. What’s not to enjoy…
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CarmenM
Vancouver
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best service and highest quality food in Vancouver! The Basque cheesecake is outstanding. John Bishop is the most welcoming host and takes great care of his guests.
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BenedictT
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A Vancouver staple. Bishops never fails. We try and eat here a couple times a year.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service is reliably charming and professional, and the food is just as consistently prepared to perfection — for the eyes AND the palate. This time we enjoyed a shot of wonderful chilled Thai soup (amuse-bouche), succulent oysters on the half shell, sockeye salmon and dungeness crab cakes, grilled plum salad, ahi tuna tartare, wild mushroom and truffle risotto, Spanish octopus on humus, pan-roasted sable fish, dry aged duck breast, venison strip loin, and the rack of lamb. Finished with creme brûlée and basque cheesecake. The evening could not have been more extraordinary.
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RodneyH
San Francisco
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Starters—Excellent oysters @ mussels. Main— well made beef tenderloin & duck.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good service. Good food
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Ggkits
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Waited too long to come here. I regret all the dinners I missed. Yum!!
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MurrayF
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
For 30 years now, this has been where we have gone when we need to be spoiled. Never have John, Abel and the team at Bishop's let us down. Just the right wine with always impeccable food. A guarantee of at least one, "I would have never thought to have served that with that" moment. It used to be me impressing my girlfriend, who then became my wife, a mother, and next it was a table for our family. Last night we had the honour of the company of our daughter, her boyfriend, and her best friend. To watch our daughter introduce them to a 2+ hour to experience of dinner reminded me of her first visit 12 years ago. Some things become part of the family and Bishop's is definitely (and will always be) a constant for us forever. Thank you to John's wife who did not like the test drive of him retiring and gifted to us all at least another full year of perfection.
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samanthaw
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve always had a great dining experience at Bishops over 25 years of dining there. Had the best Sable fish dish ever last night. The food was perfectly balanced and I we always look forward to chatting with John when he comes around each table.The service was first class and the Basque style cheesecake we had was the perfect ending to a great meal! One of the best restaurants in Vancouver if not the best!!
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PierreG
Vancouver
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience2
Tasty Food. Interesting mix of flavours. Small (French) portions. Recommend the sides. Bit loud/noisy (could be the need for masks) Would definitely go back
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CJKO
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place and everything about it! John Bishop is still greeting guests on a Tuesday night! 5 stars all around. We really appreciate that they have remained open during these difficult times. Thanks again.
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Redd
Vancouver
173 reviews
vip
5.0
173 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
John still runs the best house in town, without question.
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Dawn
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, impeccable service! Perfect place for a romantic dinner or celebration.
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Emma
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service plus amazing food! Wish we could go more often
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and great service while catching up with a friend!
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tiramisu
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent food and service in a cozy atmosphere. We were greeted warmly at the door and sent off personally at the end of the night, which was a lovely touch. It was my birthday and they even brought out a candle and some sweets to enjoy. An overall lovely experience! Worth a visit time and time again.
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JohnT
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first trip to Vancouver and this restaurant was recommended to us by our hotel server at the Pinnacle. John Bishop and his staff were outstanding, our wine and water glasses were never empty. They made us feel like we were the only ones in the restaurant. Very romantic setting, food was amazing. We will definitely return to Bishops later this year when we visit Vancouver again. Thank you John for making us feel like family!
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StuA
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was superb. Duck beautifully prepared. Ratatouilles was a lovely companion. Cheese plate to close the meal was delicately balanced with condiments. We enjoyed a port and late harvest Quails Gate Riesling to go with the dessert. Service was seamless and courteous. We got expert help from the sommelier. The ambience was ideal for a quiet meal and intimate conversation.
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AndreaR
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing food, amazing staff, in a beautiful romantic place. Totally recommend.
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AlisonB
Vancouver
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
Bishops is our favourite Vancouver restaurant in which to celebrate special occasion. The food is excellent and the service is gracious.
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JoanF
Vancouver
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy dinner at Bishop’s. The atmosphere is wonderful. The food is amazing and the staff are all so friendly.
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WineBarbarian
Vancouver
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had another delicious meal at Bishop’s with John Bishop himself visiting us several times during the evening, which made our anniversary dinner particularly special! Excellent venison and duck dishes preceded by oysters and sparkling wine unfollowed with a vanilla crème brûlée dessert - all wonderful!
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Dandylion
Vancouver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best everything. Simply glorious. No way to say enough good things.
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johnnyb
Vancouver
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my birthday dinner and it was perfect.
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CDew
Vancouver
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again, an outstanding dining experience with perhaps the best service in the city. Don’t ever stop, John!!
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Bishop's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 738-2025.

Bishop's is rated 4.7 stars by 1785 OpenTable diners.

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2183 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7

Additional information

Cross street
Yew Street
Neighborhood
Kitsilano
Hours of operation
Open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30 till closing time. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Closed December 24th, 25th and 26th
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Northwest, Organic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We are located along major bus routes, or fifteen minutes from Downtown Vancouver via taxi.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Macia Bagur
Additional
Full Bar, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.bishopsonline.com/
Phone number
(604) 738-2025
Private party facilities
For party's of 7 or more we strongly recommend a pre-set menu with 2 choices for appetizers, entrees and desserts
Private party contact
Abel Jacinto: (604) 738-2025

Bishop's

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Diner Reviews Are In: 100 Best Restaurants in Canada

Where Chefs Eat in Vancouver

Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Dry Aged Duck Breast

Grilled Beef Tenderloin

Starters

Dungeness Crab and Sockeye Salmon CakeCA$24.00

Grilled Plum SaladCA$22.00

Cream of Cauliflower SoupCA$18.00

Ahi Tuna TartareCA$26.00

Main Course

Pan Roasted Sable Fish FilletCA$42.00

Dry Aged Duck BreastCA$38.00

Boneless Venison StriploinCA$52.00

Roasted Rack of LambCA$54.00

House Made Meat CannelloniCA$32.00

RisottoCA$32.00

Sides

Pomme FritesCA$12.00

Classic RatatouilleCA$12.00

Theresa Daily BreadCA$8.00

Desserts

Death by ChocolateCA$14.00

Vanilla Crème BruléeCA$14.00

Burnt Basque CheesecakeCA$14.00

House Made Ice Cream and SorbetCA$14.00

Cheese Selection

Cheese SelectionCA$25.00

Special Night at Bishops

Suggested Aperitifs

Bishop's Martini

Bishop's 85

Bishop's Manhattan

Bishop's Negroni

Selection of Appetizers

Pan Roasted Sable Fish Fillet

Grilled Beef Tenderloin

Grilled Eggplant

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Selection of Desserts

Selection of Desserts

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Bishop's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bishop's restaurant rated?

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