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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Vancouver / British Columbia

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Vancouver / British Columbia? 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!


A photo of The Lobby Lounge and RawBar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (141)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Sushi
Coal Harbour
About the restaurant
The Lobby Lounge & RawBar offers a blend of design, art, music and fashion with the craft of cocktails and cuisine. Recognized as a MICHELIN Guide recommended destination in 2022, 2023, & 2024, the internationally recognized cocktail program provides a bespoke experience inspired by world travel and the stories it tells, expertly designed by a roster of some of the nation’s best bartenders, it represents a program that elevates Canada’s cocktail culture to the next level.

The RawBar offers a variety of the freshest, sustainable sushi in the city. The RawBar menu is designed around showcasing the most seasonal, flavourful and high-quality ingredients paired with skillful presentation.

Top review
Janet
Dined on Feb 6, 2025
Always a fabulous environment for my business meetings and connections. Always feel like a VIP!
A photo of Kook Korean BBQ restaurant
4.9
4.9 (564)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Korean
East Vancouver
About the restaurant
At Kook, we are CRAZY about BBQ and we are here to set a new standard to your Korean BBQ experience. Serving only premium meats, every table is equipped with the Rolls-Royce
of smokeless grills (Shinpo Systems). The restaurant is perfectly air balanced with the best ventilation system to ensure you smell the same way you came in.

We want to ensure that we please your eyes as much as your taste buds. Our interior design is themed around the ancient five core elements (Gold, wood, water, fire, earth). From our golden ring of banchan to the cherry wood bench you are sitting on, you will find this theme throughout our restaurant. Let our energy channel your inner chef to take control and cook, or simply sit back and let our BBQ experts take over.

Our dedicated team is here to serve you with one goal in mind:
“A Korean BBQ dining experience you won’t soon forget!”

Top review
Helen
Dined 1 day ago
Kook is a family favourite! Always great food and service!
A photo of East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1544)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mediterranean
Mount Pleasant
About the restaurant
Our food consists of thoughtfully prepared recipes that will take you on a culinary journey along the ancient Silk route.


As evening descends upon the vibrant city of Vancouver, Chai Lounge comes to life like the courts of the eastern Raja's. Imagine a warm, dreamy and visually arresting venue where global sounds cascade the room over the din of lively conversations. Spicy scents waft from the kitchen followed by an abundance of delicious trans-himalayan cuisine.


Chai Lounge is our landmark location. There is no place like it in Vancouver,and visitors from near and far marvel at the ornate carpets, ceiling mandala's, and the nature-inspired furnishings.
The large central stage features a rotating line-up of world class musicians and dancers.

Top review
AleishaVIP
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
We went for lunch to celebrate a birthday and had the Silk Route tasting menu. The food was delicious and service was amazing. The menu is all you can eat so great value as well. Perfect experience from beginning to end!!
A photo of Irish Times Pub restaurant
4.7
4.7 (128)
CAN$30 and under
Irish
Victoria
About the restaurant
Welcome to the Irish Times Pub, where excellent design and authenticity are at the heart of downtown Victoria"s most exciting new pub!

Located at 1200 Government Street, the Irish Times Pub is home to 190 seats over two floors with 80 seats available on our patios, opening onto both Government Street and historic Bastion Square.

Our concept goes far beyond mere architecture though. The Irish Times opened with everything it takes to make a pub successfully Irish, including authentic Live Irish music, 7 nights each week.

The tradition of Ireland has also been extended to our menu, which has been developed on a philosophy of creating traditional Irish food and drink that is both contemporary and funky, showcasing Irish Pub Food as you would see in Ireland today.

Top review
Dane
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Great full breakfast and sunny outdoor seating! Highly recommend!
A photo of Asylum – Great Canadian Casino Vancouver restaurant
4.7
4.7 (189)
CAN$30 and under
American
Coquitlam / Port Coquitlam
About the restaurant
Live Entertainment every Friday and Saturday night with a busy dance floor. Appy Hour food available Sunday through Thursday from 7-9 pm and sports games available to watch. Group bookings of 10+ people require minimum spend and will have an automatic gratuity of 18%.
Top review
Marilyn
Dined 3 days ago
Loved our evening. Great food. Awesome music. And super attentive waitress!
A photo of Bard & Banker restaurant
4.5
4.5 (203)
CAN$30 and under
Pub
Victoria
About the restaurant
With a rich history and arguably the most beautiful room in Victoria, The Bard provides the very best in food, drink, and music. Executive Chef Adam Twohey, has created a full-service menu that is hearty, fast, locally sourced when possible, and made from scratch. He keeps things fresh and fun by creating new daily specials and features each week. Find the perfect drink to satisfy your thirst with everything from our mimosa towers, 31 craft and import taps, handcrafted cocktails and an award-winning wine list. We take pride in featuring the very best musical talents Victoria has to offer 7 nights a week with NO cover!

Top review
Niki
Dined 2 days ago
Great ambiance in Bard & Banker, beautiful inside.the Band was really good, server was nice…..but very very very busy. That could be because it’s a long weekend, the live band or all the cruise ships in town. Overall a good time
A photo of RedBar Lounge - Starlight Casino New Westminster restaurant
4.4
4.4 (139)
CAN$30 and under
Asian
New Westminster
About the restaurant
Located right off the Casino Floor, the RedBar Lounge is where you want to be for great dining specials, live entertainment and private events. Please be advised that there is a $25 minimum spend per person on Fridays & Saturdays live music.
Top review
Tanya
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
We enjoyed the evening, the service was great. Our waiter was on top of the serv, he check how everything was if we needed anything..I recommend. We will definitely be back. I give 5 stars. I don't know name of waiter but he was awesome.
A photo of The Copper Room restaurant
4.3
4.3 (57)
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian
Harrison Hot Springs
About the restaurant
Treat yourself to an extraordinary evening at The Copper Room, where every moment is infused with elegance and charm. Whether you're marking a momentous occasion, savoring a romantic date night, or simply seeking a night of unforgettable experiences, The Copper Room offers the perfect setting. Immerse yourself in its enchanting ambiance as you dance the night away, indulging in the finest West Coast flavours, each dish a masterpiece crafted by our exceptional culinary team. With live entertainment every night, your evening is elevated with an enchanting touch, making it an experience you’ll cherish forever
Top review
Ken
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful food and service!we would highly recommend
A photo of LOCAL PUBLIC EATERY - Gastown restaurant
4.3
4.3 (8)
CAN$30 and under
Gastro Pub
Gastown
About the restaurant
Gastown has a distinct character that brings you back in time with its cobbled streets, exposed brick, famous Steam Clock & beautiful streetlights. It's one of the many reasons we love being part of this iconic neighborhood rich in history & landmarks. Some may even consider our patio a landmark.. or maybe that's just us.

As our Test Kitchen, this is where we get to have some fun, feeling out new flavors & seasonal creations that you can try out exclusively before anyone else.

Top review
Daniel
Dined 3 days ago
Brunch was great, specifically the dutch baby, it's like a crispy crepe.
A photo of Monarca restaurant
3.9
3.9 (291)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mexican
Gastown
About the restaurant
The name refers to the ancient Mexican monarchy honouring the influence both his parents made on his culinary style. While his mother inspired our sister restaurant, Ophelia, the familial tradition has continued here at Monarca where you’ll find playful dishes and a lively atmosphere inspired by Chef Higareda’s father.

Francisco’s father lived near the famous Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in central Mexico’s Michoacán region. Chef Higareda spent several summers here with his family enjoying the local Tlahualiles (defeated warriors) Festival. The festival celebrates the feast of Santiago Apóstol, patron saint of Sahuayo. The battle depicted in the festival is still debated today in Mexico and refers to military conflicts before, during, and after the arrival of the Spanish. It’s a memory he cherishes from his childhood.

Top review
Shaun
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
Food was outstanding. Lots of details taken care of, down to the stone plates. Interior was like entering into an entire new realm/world. Great bathroom experience. We stayed away from the 1 dish that had rice and beans, as that can be eaten at a lesser Mexican restaurant, kept more room for the great food!
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