Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Vancouver

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (232)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@info.ca
PRICE: $325 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

Top review

Brian

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

I recently spent a few days in Vancouver before my trip and treated myself to an exceptional dinner. The 25-course Omakase experience was truly remarkable! Each dish showcased exquisite showmanship, with the chefs preparing everything right in front of me, creating an engaging atmosphere. The freshness of the ingredients was evident in every bite, and the delicateness of each dish was a true testament to their artistry. I enjoyed every moment and am already looking forward to returning next season for a whole new menu! Highly recommend this unforgettable dining adventure!

Afternoon Tea - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

4.6

4.6 (1284)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Downtown

About the restaurant

A longstanding tradition at Hotel Vancouver, Notch8 is delighted to welcome guests for Afternoon Tea service from Wednesday through Sunday!

If your tiny tot is joining, we offer a Children's Tea featuring kid-friendly finger sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats. Afternoon Tea is served from Wednesday through Sunday only.

We are pleased to offer options catering to guests with specific dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, as well as dietary preferences including vegetarian diets. Please notify us at time of booking and we will be delighted to facilitate.

There is a 90 minute time limit for each reservation, if you have any questions or concerns prior to your visit please let us know.

For afternoon tea to go orders, please visit our website at www.notch8-dining.com

Top review

DarleneVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A very lovely floral interlude in the middle of summer. Great tea and food and impeccable service.

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Garden Party Afternoon Tea

The Lobby Lounge and RawBar

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!

The Georgia Bar & 1927 Lounge - Rosewood Hotel Georgia

4.7

4.7 (83)

CAN$51 and over

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Georgia Bar offers perfectly balanced cocktails and small bites and other special experiences. Relax amidst a suave ambiance of dark wood paneling, a marble-topped bar, and a classic color scheme of copper and forest green, accompanied on select evenings by live musical guests.

The lobby features a rotating lineup of live entertainment on select evenings

Top review

CharlesVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful historical hotel and restaurant with very friendly and attentive staff. People come from all over for their famous drink: the Georgia.

Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (338)

CAN$51 and over

European

Chinatown

About the restaurant

Small and intimate restaurant with a three course tasting menu. Contemporary small plates, excellent for sharing. Custom cocktails and a selection of boutique wines by the bottle or glass.

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MarisaVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

This review is from the perspective of 2/3 diners that are gluten free but very into high quality food. Overall, we wanted this meal to be better… more creative and interesting. The food is good, but just lacked some pizzazz to us personally. This is a solid dinner spot for an intimate meal, but we probably wouldn’t go back (we were visiting Vancouver so take that with a grain of salt). Also in a rougher neighborhood so just a heads up if you aren’t familiar.

Desi Indian Lounge

4.8

4.8 (16)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Indian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Namaste!
Desi Indian Lounge brings the heritage flavors of India to the heart of Downtown Vancouver. Oasis of modern interiors with velvety seats and soothing background music makes Desi Lounge perfect place to celebrate your special moments.

Executive Chef Balvant Ajagaonkar, exceptional artist of culinary ,shares his passion and high end experience towards multisensory journey of ethnic spices and recipes from various regions of India. Each dish is carefully curated with a combination of handpicked ingredients that perfectly pairs with our selection of cocktails.

Cocktail menu designed by award winner Mixologist Dylan Riches, with inspiration from key ingredients of different Indian provinces like Gajar Halwa for Harvest Reverie from Punjab, Himalayan salt from Parvati valley and famous cutting chai from city of dreams "Mumbai".

Top review

Tracy

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Excellent food with great friendly service. Would highly recommend

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5-Course Tasting Menu

Toyokan

4.7

4.7 (15)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Izakaya

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

At TOYOKAN, experience two vibrant floors, each with its own unique dining concept, flavors, and atmosphere!

1st Floor - PLAZA (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Savor our bone-in grilled spiced chicken, original-style pizzas, and steamed dishes like shumai and fresh seafood in a lively and stylish setting—perfect for any occasion.
PLAZA does not accept online reservations. Phone reservations only. Call (604) 565-1964 to book your table.

2nd Floor - BOWL (11:30 AM - 9:00 PM)
Our Premium Three-Variety Uni Bowl, featuring carefully selected Japanese uni, is a must-try for uni lovers. Enjoy vibrant kaisendon and fresh seafood bowls, all in a bowling-themed interior that blends playfulness with elegance.
BOWL operates on a walk-in only basis, with no reservations available.

Top review

Erica

Dined 7 days ago

Awesome and Delicious food and kind Energetic staff!!

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Experience

1st Floor - PLAZA TOYOKAN

Experience

2nd Floor - TOYOKAN BOWL

Oku Izakaya

4.9

4.9 (118)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

Top review

Glenn

Dined 1 day ago

Oku Izakaya is always a pleasant place to dine out. Great sashimi and a variety of other innovative dishes.

Gotham Steakhouse and Bar

4.8

4.8 (3742)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Gotham is Vancouver's most awarded steakhouse featuring the finest Canada Prime beef, fresh seafood and local ingredients in season. Gotham features soaring ceilings, sumptuous leather and velvet upholstery, private dining rooms, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service. In the summer, Gotham boasts a serene urban oasis to enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco. The lounge features one of the city's best Happy Hours, and live music many nights throughout the week.

Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards
*** Does not accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

Top review

William

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely incredible restaurant with an amazing atmosphere. Food was cooked perfectly and customer service was class and out of this world

Botanist

4.8

4.8 (2901)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Farm-to-table

Coal Harbour

About the restaurant

Botanist is home to four diverse venues: a Cocktail Lab and Bar, Garden, Dining Room and TASCHEN Library; all inspired by the principles of botany and the Pacific Northwest. The menu features ingredients sourced from their natural landscape, coupled with contemporary techniques; designed to showcase the best version of themselves.

Top review

Kristen

Dined 2 days ago

Jared, our server, was fantastic— he really understood the chef’s menu and vision for the dining experience.

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Experience

We'll Take It From Here - Botanist Tasting Menu

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