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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, Vancouver, BC

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

4.8 (9128)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 126 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Joe Fortes has been specializing in classic, American cuisine since 1985. The turn-of-the-century inspired dining room features 30-foot high ceilings and six unique dining venues that include our Rooftop Garden. Director of Culinary, Wayne Sych, and Executive Chef, Ryan Green, prepare each dish with a focus on natural flavours and features the finest ingredients from Pacific Northwest farmers, fishermen, and other food artisans. Serving more than 30 kinds of fresh fish, premium oysters and thick chops daily, Joe’s signature dishes have become a favourite with locals, celebrities & tourists alike. Joe’s is known as the best oyster bar in Vancouver and is home to some of North America's best oyster shuckers. Our award winning wine list features over 200 selections from prominent wine regions throughout the world. Enjoy a delicious cocktail at our bar with live piano music nightly or on our seasonal Rooftop Garden. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Green
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: (604) 669-1940
  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Cross street
    Robson
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and ten-minute walk from Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Joe's Blue Plate Lunch

    CA$0.00 - CA$19.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for the lunch you never knew you needed: Joe's Blue Plates. Each day of the week has its own special offering at $19 each. Reserve your table today to make your lunch break unforgettable! Monday - Prawn Linguine Tuesday - Jerk Chicken Wednesday - Panko Crusted Pacific Cod Thursday - Blackened Chicken Linguine Friday - Thai BBQ Chicken *Available while quantities last.
    Joe's Blue Plate Lunch Photo

Private dining

What 9,128 people are saying

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Seafood

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Most Booked

  • Vancouver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House offers "excellent food with great service" in a lively atmosphere. Known for its "fantastic fresh seafood" and attentive staff, the restaurant is perfect for special occasions and casual dining alike. While some may find it noisy, the "amazing" happy hour and diverse menu make it a must-visit in Vancouver.
9,128 Reviews
  1. Ginny VIP

    Las Vegas37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Vincent was incredible. Stayed on top of our needs and was pleasant, professional and friendly!

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  2. WALTER VIP

    Toronto / Ontario156 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great foods and great service! Excellent atmosphere. Will return to this restaurant when in Vancouver.

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  3. Phil

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An institution which whilst keeps a good balance, is on the verge of being a tourist hotspot. The staff are great and the food was of a high standard, which matters! I hope they keep that balance. Worth a visit!

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  4. Bernhard

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food we ordered was fantastic. I enjoyed the crab fritters over the crab cake, but that's just me. The new York strip loin was cook perfectly medium rare and was seasoned on point. Would definitely go back.

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  5. michael VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    an old standby. excellent food with great service.

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  6. Loreen

    Vancouver / British Columbia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ali was fantastic! Our food was delicious and service impeccable. We will be back!

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  7. Gordon

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and warm ambience, food was good, but “safe” best describes it.

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  8. Eva

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Mirela was incredible!! (I think that’s her name)

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  9. Rosemary

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Awesome place. Merilla (sp) server was incredible. Very loud. Meat was a bit cold.

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  10. Tanya

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I celebrated my Birthday - the service was amazing and as always, the food was delicious! Thank you so much!

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FAQs

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is rated 4.8 stars by 9128 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
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  5. West End

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 126 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Robson
  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and ten-minute walk from Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Green
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: (604) 669-1940
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