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Dockside Restaurant, Vancouver, BC

Dockside Restaurant

4.3 (3954)
CAN$30 and under
Northwest
1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H3R9

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Located on the waterfront where Granville Island faces the city, guests can enjoy panoramic views across False Creek to the world-famous cityscape of Yaletown and beyond to the mountains of the North Shore.

The open dining room is relaxed yet refined, wrapped in spectacular floor to ceiling windows, while the lounge offers warm intimate surroundings for evening cocktails.

The award-winning seasonal patio (patio closed October to March) catches sunlight from morning to afternoon and is an oasis of calm, disturbed only by the occasional sound of boats making their way along False Creek.

Whether dining inside or outside the views are stunning!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 685-7070
  • Website
    https://docksidevancouver.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Josef Driemel
  • Catering
    Please email inquiries to info@docksidevancouver.com
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our options for Private Dinning! Parties of 20 or more only.
  • Location
    1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H3R9
  • Neighborhood
    Granville Island
  • Cross street
    Located at the East end of Granville Island, in the Granville Island Hotel.
  • Parking details
    Granville Island Pay parking
  • Public transit
    We look forward to welcoming you to the Dockside Restaurant. Paid parking is available on Granville Island on a first-come-first-serve basis. We recommend allotting a bit of extra time to assist you in finding a space on weekends and holidays.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,954 people are saying

Dockside Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dockside Restaurant, beautifully located with stunning water views, offers a vibrant dining experience. Guests enjoy "great food" and "attentive service," particularly praising servers like Connie, Maxim, and Lara. While some dishes receive mixed feedback, the "delicious brunch" and "lovely patio" are highlights. Ideal for casual lunches or special occasions.
3,955 Reviews

  1. Lisa

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    1.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was a terrible experience. The evening bag a well enough in a beautiful setting with an amazing view. That’s where the good part of the evening ends. After ordering we waited 45 minutes and were then told a glitch in their order system caused our order to not be processed . They offered to comp our meal and said it would be right up. Waited another 35 minutes for very thin chowder and a steak so terrible I sent it away. They offered us dessert but didn’t have 2 of the choices available anymore. Really didn’t feel they truly cared about the terrible experience. I strongly recommend another choice. Simple cannot endorse.

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  2. Michael

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The servers attention to us was superb, the food was outstanding can’t say much more because it’s hard to improve on perfection !!!

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  3. Lynn

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered wine with lunch but did not receive it until we were already eating - Did not have first wine request - not enough wines by the glass either so had to order a bottle. Wanted a Canadian wine. Charming server though! Caesar salad was very small - why I do not know as lettuce is not expensive and was only reasonable because I added prawns. The specialty salad was excellent with added prawns for the birthday girl - phew! With dessert I was surprised they didn’t add a candle as it was my friend’s 80th birthday and for my mother’s 89th birthday in 2016 they did do just that! A little effort goes a long way ! We did enjoy the atmosphere though.

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  4. Eric

    Seattle / Eastern Washington7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is ok. Drinks were slow. The patio is the reason to go.

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  5. Juanita

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, unexpectedly delicious food, and gorgeous views of False Creek. A hidden gem.

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  6. Lance

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great location, old school restaurant, lots of butter and cream in the dishes, run a fast food factory to turn the tables… tables close together, not much ambience to the place

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  7. Bob

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great ambience. Appetizer sheimp scampi good, sushi tasteless. Mains - steak frites and pork chop not good, esp very chewy steak - ordered m dium but well done. Brought home for dog. Location yerrific and service was good.

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  8. Sandy VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A new menu! Had the steak frites. Yum. Our service was excellent. It was our first lunch of the summer. We’ll be back.

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  9. Sylvia

    Vancouver / British Columbia15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely patio with water views. Great food and nice drink selection.

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  10. Marko

    Vancouver / British Columbia19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our server : Connie !!. She was knowledgeable, efficient and very kind!. Thank you for an incredible experience

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FAQs

Dockside Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 685-7070.

Dockside Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 3954 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Granville Island

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Google Map for Dockside Restaurant

1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H3R9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at the East end of Granville Island, in the Granville Island Hotel.
  • Neighborhood
    Granville Island
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Granville Island Pay parking
  • Public transit
    We look forward to welcoming you to the Dockside Restaurant. Paid parking is available on Granville Island on a first-come-first-serve basis. We recommend allotting a bit of extra time to assist you in finding a space on weekends and holidays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josef Driemel
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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