Best Waterfront Restaurants in Vancouver

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A photo of AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront restaurant

1. AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Vancouver

Booked 4 times today

Unwind in our AC Lounge, complete with outdoor waterfront seating, signature cocktails and a unique Mediterranean inspired menu. Parking validated in our garage when dining with us.

A photo of Salty's on the Columbia restaurant

2. Salty's on the Columbia

4.6

Exceptional(7873)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Northeast Portland

Booked 54 times today

Salty’s on the Columbia River serves award-winning Pacific Northwest Coastal Cuisine with astonishing waterfront views and endearing hospitality. For nearly four decades, Salty’s has proudly welcomed generations of locals and travelers celebrating vacations, engagements, business, or simply a lovely day on the water. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to take in the amazing waterfront and mountain views and fresh air of the Columbia River. Salty’s on the Columbia River is ranked as one of Portland’s best restaurants winning honors as one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants and Top 100 Best Brunches in America by OpenTable, and Eater’s #1 of the 15 Essential Portland Seafood Restaurants. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are proudly independent, family owned and operated with woman ownership.

A photo of DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar restaurant

3. DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar

4.4

Awesome(1957)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Vancouver

Booked 25 times today

Celebrate life, friends + family with our specialty cocktails + authentic Latin-inspired cuisine. DOSALAS brings the flavors of Latin America to the Vancouver Waterfront.DOSALAS is a new experience. We’ve given up “traditional” in favor of a more engaging, dynamic + interactive dining adventure. Whether you choose to sit on our fully enclosed and heated Pearl Deck overlooking the water, or any of our many seating areas, we present a series of curated plates as they’re prepared, allowing you to indulge in the flavors of Latin America with your friends + family. Our service ensures that you have a truly unique experience every time.

A photo of Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Vancouver restaurant

4. Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Vancouver

4.5

Awesome(2093)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Vancouver

Booked 16 times today

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar at The Waterfront in Vancouver, Wa opened September 26th 2018. This location is a fantastic addition to our expanding group of restaurants with a water theme focus. Located on the shores on the Columbia river in downtown Vancouver, we offer guests the ability to enjoy indoor and outdoor seating where they can view the beautiful sights and sounds of the bustling river park while sipping their favorite cocktail. Our new American menu offers something for everyone, along with an expansive list of Twigs Signature cocktails, local draft beer and wine, great gluten free, vegan, and kids menus, and Fresh Sheet selections featuring local seasonal products that support every region we serve.

5. Shinsen Sushi

4.4

Awesome(18)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Vancouver

Booked 4 times today

Located along the beautiful Vancouver Waterfront, Shinsen Sushi & Lounge is taking Japanese cuisine to new heights. Our Chef's curate seasonal signature rolls with emphasis on bringing together traditional Japanese cooking techniques, with a twist, to create a unique experience for every guest. Our bar features some of Japans finest Japanese Whiskey and Sake along highlighting signature cocktails like the Smoked Shinsen Old Fashion. Come relax and enjoy some fresh Japanese cuisine starting at 4pm Wednesdays - Sundays.

A photo of Grays at the Park - Hilton Vancouver restaurant

6. Grays at the Park - Hilton Vancouver

4.7

Exceptional(442)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Vancouver

Booked 4 times today

Breakfast Service - 6:30AM - 11:00AM DAILY Lunch Service - 11:15AM - 1:15PM DAILY Dinner Service - 5:00PM - 9:30PM DAILY Bar Service - 11:00AM - 11:00PM DAILY

A photo of Zaiqa - South Waterfront restaurant

7. Zaiqa - South Waterfront

4.1

Excellent(9)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Southwest Portland

Booked 2 times today

Zaiqa (pronounced zay-kah) means “flavorful, tasty, and savory” in the Urdu language. This is exactly what Portland’s newest Indian-Pakistani restaurant brings to the South Waterfront area. Zaiqa is a family-owned business serving its customers the true taste of India and Pakistan. Zaiqa offers indoor and outdoor seating, take-out and online orders, and catering services. The menu is designed to offer a variety of authentic and traditional dishes with customization options available; including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Zaiqa is proud to serve fresh, high quality ingredients prepared by experienced chefs. All meats are certified halal. Sauces and chutneys are prepared in-house with fine spices and fresh herbs, and all dishes are made-to-order according to spice level preference.

A photo of King Tide Fish & Shell restaurant

8. King Tide Fish & Shell

4.2

Awesome(705)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

King Tide Fish & Shell, led by Executive Chef Alexander Diestra, is a riverfront seafood restaurant and bar inspired by the laid-back fishing lodges of family vacations gone by. With sparkling waterfront views of the Willamette, a welcoming energy and a menu that ranges from no-fuss to fancy, here at King Tide we serve fresh, inventive seafood dishes with local ingredients that are uniquely Portland.There aren't many places that command the vantage point we enjoy here at King Tide, so we like to make sure it lives up to Portland. We do that with a blend of the traditional and the non, the comfortable and the slightly twisted, the satisfying food and the swinging drink.As we like to say, King Tide is where food & drink & people always complement each other, and everything goes with the view.

9. Il Terrazzo

4.7

Exceptional(742)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southwest Portland

Booked 17 times today

Incredible Italian Fare & An Amazing Wine Selection Il Terrazzo honors simplicity and history. With a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and the Willamette River diners enjoy an experience unlike any in Portland.

10. Lilia Comedor

4.8

Exceptional(307)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Southwest Portland

Booked 13 times today

Award-winning Chef Juan Gomez, who helped República garner best new restaurant nods from Bon Appétit and James Beard, is taking a more personal approach to PNW cuisine. Recently nominated one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the Country by the New York Times, Lilia offers dishes like Pork Collar Confit and fresh Aguachile, leaning on Chef Juan's Mexican-American roots while showcasing hyper-seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The airy, unpretentious space and breezy patio befit the South Waterfront vibe.Please note, our prices vary each week according to market price of local ingredients.

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Discover best waterfront restaurants in Vancouver

Discover the best waterfront dining experiences in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington! Our featured restaurants offer stunning views of the Columbia River, providing a perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. Whether you're in the mood for sophisticated cocktails, local cuisine, or authentic Latin flavors, these waterfront locales cater to all tastes and occasions, emphasizing their prime locations and exceptional scenery. The dining scene in this region is vibrant and diverse, with establishments that boast both indoor and outdoor seating to maximize the view. Each restaurant has been praised for its unique setting and quality dining experience, ensuring every visit is special. From enjoying a sunset over the river to experiencing the lively atmosphere of a riverfront walkway, these eateries offer more than just a meal—they offer an experience. So, whether you're a local or a visitor, be sure to explore these top-rated waterfront dining spots for an unforgettable culinary adventure.

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