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Where Chefs Eat in Vancouver

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by Phaidon
Updated September 13, 2021
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Guu Original Thurlow
4.7 (374)
CAN$30 and under
Japanese
Downtown
"Guu is open late, the atmosphere is great, there's cold beer and the food is spot on and delicious. The chefs have a one page written menu of specials and if you can sit at the bar I recommend doing so, because it's a good crew to watch cook." – Brian Luptak
Top review
PaulVIP
Dined today
This is the original Guu, that was called Raku even before that, back in the 90s. I like all the Guu restaurants, but this one has the most authentic feel. Not greta for big groups, go to Toramasa Guu for that. I love chicken karaage, and this location makes the best off all the Guus! When you eat at Original Guu you will feel like you are in Japan!
"Guu is open late, the atmosphere is great, there's cold beer and the food is spot on and delicious. The chefs have a one page written menu of specials and if you can sit at the bar I recommend doing so, because it's a good crew to watch cook." – Brian Luptak
Top review
PaulVIP
Dined today
This is the original Guu, that was called Raku even before that, back in the 90s. I like all the Guu restaurants, but this one has the most authentic feel. Not greta for big groups, go to Toramasa Guu for that. I love chicken karaage, and this location makes the best off all the Guus! When you eat at Original Guu you will feel like you are in Japan!
Hawksworth Restaurant
4.7 (3002)
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
Yaletown
"Hawksworth is the benchmark in Vancouver for excellence in service, food and cellars." – Andrea Carlson
Top review
William
Dined 1 day ago
Our waiter was the best part of our experience, he was super friendly and kind and guides us in the right direction with our dinner, plus gave us some champagne for our anniversary which was very sweet!
"Hawksworth is the benchmark in Vancouver for excellence in service, food and cellars." – Andrea Carlson
Top review
William
Dined 1 day ago
Our waiter was the best part of our experience, he was super friendly and kind and guides us in the right direction with our dinner, plus gave us some champagne for our anniversary which was very sweet!
Farmer's Apprentice
4.8 (471)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Farm-to-table
Kitsilano
"I've had some of the most emotionally-charged simple meals at this small intimate restaurant. It takes a lot of guts to ride the wave he rides. Flavors are delicate, ingredients pristine and amazing execution. This is a great example of effortless simplicity." – Jair Tellez
Top review
Christopher
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience with amazing tasting menu and wine pairings. Really loved the complexity of the dishes, yet fulsome balance. Wine-pairings were on point. Chef Ong has a great offering here and I highly recommend.
"I've had some of the most emotionally-charged simple meals at this small intimate restaurant. It takes a lot of guts to ride the wave he rides. Flavors are delicate, ingredients pristine and amazing execution. This is a great example of effortless simplicity." – Jair Tellez
Top review
Christopher
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience with amazing tasting menu and wine pairings. Really loved the complexity of the dishes, yet fulsome balance. Wine-pairings were on point. Chef Ong has a great offering here and I highly recommend.
L'Abattoir Restaurant
4.5 (3805)
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary French
Gastown
Recommended by Chef James Walt from Araxi
Top review
StanislasVIP
Dined on Aug 10, 2024
excellent restaurant: professional and friendly service. Excellent quality of dishes offered. Pay attention to the location....
Recommended by Chef James Walt from Araxi
Top review
StanislasVIP
Dined on Aug 10, 2024
excellent restaurant: professional and friendly service. Excellent quality of dishes offered. Pay attention to the location....
Tojo's Restaurant
4.6 (878)
CAN$51 and over
Japanese
Fairview
Recommended by Chef Paul Berglund from The Bachelor Farmer
Top review
Linda
Dined 3 days ago
It’s the quiet elegance that I find so appealing at Tojo’s! I wanted to show off West Coast flair to family members from Toronto - we all enjoyed the excellent food and drinks! Service was gracious, never pretentious; we were made to feel comfortable, and valued. What a wonderful evening, experiencing the fruits of the labour of a true Vancouver Legend and his wonderful team! I couldn’t be more pleased! Thank-you!
Recommended by Chef Paul Berglund from The Bachelor Farmer
Top review
Linda
Dined 3 days ago
It’s the quiet elegance that I find so appealing at Tojo’s! I wanted to show off West Coast flair to family members from Toronto - we all enjoyed the excellent food and drinks! Service was gracious, never pretentious; we were made to feel comfortable, and valued. What a wonderful evening, experiencing the fruits of the labour of a true Vancouver Legend and his wonderful team! I couldn’t be more pleased! Thank-you!

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