Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Vancouver

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Vancouver? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Oddfish Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1183)

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

discover the joy of dining. Located in the heart of Kitsilano, Oddfish is a seafood lover's paradise with a menu that evolves with the seasons, highlighting the freshest catches and local ingredients. Our chefs bring creativity to the table, serving dishes like grilled octopus with smoky paprika and melt-in-your-mouth tuna crudo with citrus dressing. For land lovers, we offer delightful vegetable-forward options, such as roasted beets with goat cheese and crispy Brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze. The inviting atmosphere features an open kitchen where you can watch our culinary team at work. Our friendly staff is dedicated to enhancing your experience, providing personalized recommendations to make your visit memorable. At Oddfish, we believe dining is more than just a meal; it's an adventure for the senses. Join us for a unique culinary experience that celebrates the best of seafood and seasonal flavors.

Top review

Melissa

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food, excellent service. #cevicheforever

Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (328)

CAN$51 and over

European

Chinatown

About the restaurant

Small and intimate restaurant with a three course tasting menu. Contemporary small plates, excellent for sharing. Custom cocktails and a selection of boutique wines by the bottle or glass.

Top review

Bri

Dined on May 7, 2025

Lovely meal with interesting dishes, great experience overall.

Gotham Steakhouse and Bar

4.9

4.9 (3715)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Gotham is Vancouver's most awarded steakhouse featuring the finest Canada Prime beef, fresh seafood and local ingredients in season. Gotham features soaring ceilings, sumptuous leather and velvet upholstery, private dining rooms, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service. In the summer, Gotham boasts a serene urban oasis to enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco. The lounge features one of the city's best Happy Hours, and live music many nights throughout the week.

Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards
*** Does not accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

Top review

Roy

Dined 1 day ago

Our server James was outstanding. Friendly, knowledgable, experienced but never pushy More like being helped by an old friend. Food was delicious (although a bit pricey). Will recommend to my friends. Well done!

Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver

4.8

4.8 (215)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@info.ca
PRICE: $325 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

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Jacob

Dined 7 days ago

A performative and truly authentic experience. Incredibly immersive in all facets.

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (1587)

CAN$30 and under

Afghan

Mount Pleasant

About the restaurant

Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is an elevated Afghan dining destination with an innovative bar program.
A narrative of hope and humility, passion for the tradition and history of Afghanistan, refined dishes, not straying away from the integrity of mum's recipes.

**Kindly note that we leave lots of tables open for walk-in for brunch service**

We accept online bookings for 1 -7 guests. To book a party larger than 7 guests, please email hello@zarakvancouver.com

Thank you, and we can't wait to meet you soon.

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FaizVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We were a group of three and had a wonderful dinner experience. The food was absolutely delicious—the lamb shoulder, in particular, was to die for, and the dessert was a definite hit. The atmosphere had a great vibe: lively enough to feel energized, yet quiet enough for a three-hour business discussion. Highly recommended, and I’ll definitely be coming back!

Temaki Sushi

4.8

4.8 (55)

CAN$30 and under

Sushi

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

Founded in 2003, our commitment to our guests has always been the same. We aim to provide an enhanced sushi experience, consistent quality and flavours we constantly reimagine.

We look forward to feeding you.

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KellyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This is my favorite sushi place in Vancouver. The food, service and staff and incredible! It’s consistently amazing every time and I have been going for years. I have to been to all the upscale sushi places and again this is my go to!

Oku Izakaya

4.9

4.9 (103)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

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kate

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing - had Japanese food, I had never had before & it was all so tasty! Service and atmosphere was outstanding!

Sula Indian Restaurant - Davie

4.8

4.8 (38)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Indian

West End

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sula Indian Restaurant, Davie Street, Vancouver.

We assure you that the delighted experience awaits, crafted with over 40 years of combined experience from our dedicated Sula team. Savor the culmination of our passion, heritage Sula recipes and skill in every dish on our carefully curated new menu.

Top review

MarkVIP

Dined on May 9, 2025

Sula on Davie is a gem of a restaurant—but be warned, it’s small and fills up fast, so a reservation is a must. This isn’t your typical Indian fare. The menu leans inventive, with regional dishes and bold flavours you won’t find at your average curry house—so come ready to try something new. Our server, Jithin, was fantastic: friendly, efficient, and full of great suggestions. The Samosa Pinwheels were a knockout—classic samosa flavours reimagined on crisp tart shells. The Chicken Masala Tarts and Banana Blossom starter were both unique and delicious. For mains, the Chicken Chettinad was a standout—spicy, rich, and deeply satisfying. Prices are reasonable, and the ambience is lively—even midweek, there’s a real buzz to the place. Highly recommended.

Apollonia Greek Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (653)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Greek

Granville Island

About the restaurant

Apollonia is a Greek restaurant specializing in mainland cuisine located just steps from Granville Island. Our mission is to provide each and every guest with an authentic Greek dining experience beyond antiquity. In order to achieve this, we prepare each dish as simple as possible.

Top review

Nicole

Dined 3 days ago

Food is excellent as always. The grilled squid and the fresh pita with hummus are some of my favorite dishes. Our server was very attentive and kind. Consistent experience every time. It was my mom's first time to Apollonia and she already cannot wait to go back. Thank you!

Autostrada - Vancouver House

4.7

4.7 (97)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

We love everything about restaurants. In particular, we love Italian. We love the food, the wine, the diversity, and the pride that Italians take in hosting a memorable experience.

We’ve spent our lives developing restaurants. From a simple deli or a laidback pub to award-winning fine dining, we have worked hard and are proud to present Autostrada Osteria.

It’s a place with a simple philosophy. Inspired by the casual osterie of Italy, the focus is on a simple menu where quality ingredients shine, regional wines that represent a place, and a room filled with warmth and bustle.

We hope you enjoy what we’ve poured our hearts into.

Dustin & Lucais

Top review

Nello

Dined 2 days ago

We have previously enjoyed good food here in the past and this visit was no different. An interesting menu, suitably diverse, very tasty, well prepared and presented food. The wine list is very good but $$. Service was a bit "forgetful". We had to ask for a dish that was forgotten and because the evening was a special event, a request submitted by phone and acknowledged on arrival, was also forgotten until a reminder was provided to the wait staff.

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