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Shaughnessy Restaurant at VanDusen Botanical Garden

3.9 (1002)
CAN$30 and under
Comfort Food
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS LOCATED IN THE SPECTACULAR VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN (A 55-ACRE TEACHING GARDEN). THE RESTAURANT WAS ORIGINALLY OPENED IN 1984 TO SERVICE THE MANY MEMBERS & GUESTS OF THE GARDEN, BUT IT SOON BECAME A POPULAR DINING ESTABLISHMENT AND HAS EVOLVED INTO A VANCOUVER LANDMARK. IT IS NOW A FAVORITE WITH LOCALS & TOURISTS ALIKE.
SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT OFFERS CONTEMPORARY COMFORT FOOD, PROFESSIONAL WARM SERVICE AND THE RIGHT MIX OF CREATIVITY AND COMMITMENT IN AN ELEGANT, RELAXED AND UNIQUE GARDEN SETTING. WE CATER TO A VARIETY OF EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR - WEDDING RECEPTIONS, ANNIVERSARIES, BIRTHDAYS, BAR/BAT MITZVAHS, FAMILY REUNIONS AND CORPORATE MEETINGS.

EXCLUSIVE RESTAURANT BOOKINGS ARE AVAILABLE AND WE CAN ACCOMODATE A VARIETY OF GROUP SIZES UP TO 200 PEOPLE.

THERE IS AMPLE FREE PARKING FOR CAR, PRIVATE COACH OR BUS. BOTH THE GARDEN AND THE RESTAURANT ARE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Northwest
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 8:00pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sean Sloan
  • Catering
    Please see our Group Menus at shaughnessyrestaurant.com or call us at 604-261-0011
  • Private party facilities
    THE RESTAURANT MAY BE BOOKED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS EITHER EXCLUSIVELY OR NON-EXCLUSIVELY FOR SMALLER GROUPS, WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO HOST A PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12 OR A COCKTAIL RECEPTION FOR 250, SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT HAS MANY OPTIONS TO OFFER WITH AN EXQUISITE GARDEN VIEW AND FREE PARKING.
  • Neighborhood
    South Granville
  • Cross street
    37TH AVENUE
  • Parking details
    WE HAVE AMPLE FREE/COMPLIMENTARY PARKING FOR 200 CARS; ALSO PRIVATE COACH AND BUS PARKING AREA..
  • Public transit
    SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS ON OAK STREET WHICH IS THE MAIN THROUGHFARE FOR MANY ARTERIES INTO OR OUT OF THE CITY. ON ROUTE FROM OR TO THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OR THE US BORDER. SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS 15 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN AND 15 MINUTES FROM THE AIRPORT. TRANSIT BUS STOPS ARE LOCATED ONLY 2 MINUTES FROM THE ENTRANCE TO THE GARDEN.
  • Entertainment
    THE OPPORTUNITY TO STROLL IN A 55 ACRE BOTANICAL GARDEN OFFERING AMAZING FOLIAGE AND GROWTH EVERY MONTH OF THE YEAR. TEST YOUR SENSE OF DIRECTION AS YOU FIND YOUR WAY THROUGH THE POPULAR "GARDEN MAZE". RELAX AND FIND YOUR CENTER IN THE MEDITATION GARDEN OR MEANDER THROUGH MEDITERRANEAN BELT. YOU'LL FIND JURASSIC SIZE PLANTS AROUND LINVINGSTONE LAKE. THE STONE GARDEN IS ONE OF VANCOUVER'S HIGHEST ELEVATIONS, OFFERING A VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS ON A CLEAR DAY. TRULY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE !!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,002 people are saying

Shaughnessy Restaurant at VanDusen Botanical Garden reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9
3.9 based on all time ratings
  • 3.7Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 0.8Value

NoiseModerate

1,002 Reviews
  1. jadeflower VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia79 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 18, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is very limited, hardly any choice. Tables were too crowded.

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  2. Ginsberg10

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 17, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was very average and not served hot - we will not be returning...

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 17, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I have been coming here for the past five years as our yearly ritual after visiting the Festival of Lights. This year was the very first time with our baby. Food and service was superb like always except this time I noticed that our waiter forgot to give us the promo cards when the bill came so I had to ask another waitress to give it to me. Other than that it was great overall.

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  4. Europhile

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 17, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A lovely view of the Festival of Lights display. So nice to have good food that was not overly salty.

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  5. DaleB

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 16, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Located in VanDuesen gardens..food was great, good view of the gardens. Service was excellent. Would recommend..

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 16, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had very nice dinner with my friends. All of us enjoyed the meal of their choice and we will definitely come back.

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  7. MaryG

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 16, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a marvelous walk thru the gardens looking at the lights-- so beautiful. The restaurant meal was very good but we couldn't hear the conversation with my sister and brother in law. I have been for lunch several times and it seemed much more elegant. Disappointed in the ambience but would give it a try, just not at this time of year.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 15, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this lovely restaurant situated right in VanDusen Botanical Gardens. The food lends itself to a west coast vibe. The staff are very well trained and are very attentive. I would highly recommend this restaurant to friends and family!

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  9. Justfriends

    Vancouver / British Columbia4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 15, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Something was wrong with the temperature: mulled wine came warm, at best. Worst was that braised veal shank was very dry, overcooked and leathery. Should have sent it back at the time, but didn't.

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  10. SherryW

    Calgary / Southern Alberta5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 14, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We travelled from the Island , did the Festival of Lights at van Dusen and met friends in the restaurant. Beautiful booth seating with lights from the gardens brightening the room. High energy and vibe which we like! Food was good although a little pricey.

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Shaughnessy Restaurant at VanDusen Botanical Garden is rated 3.9 stars by 1002 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
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  5. South Granville

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5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1

Additional information

  • Cross street
    37TH AVENUE
  • Neighborhood
    South Granville
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 8:00pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Northwest
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    WE HAVE AMPLE FREE/COMPLIMENTARY PARKING FOR 200 CARS; ALSO PRIVATE COACH AND BUS PARKING AREA..
  • Public transit
    SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS ON OAK STREET WHICH IS THE MAIN THROUGHFARE FOR MANY ARTERIES INTO OR OUT OF THE CITY. ON ROUTE FROM OR TO THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OR THE US BORDER. SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS 15 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN AND 15 MINUTES FROM THE AIRPORT. TRANSIT BUS STOPS ARE LOCATED ONLY 2 MINUTES FROM THE ENTRANCE TO THE GARDEN.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sean Sloan
  • Entertainment
    THE OPPORTUNITY TO STROLL IN A 55 ACRE BOTANICAL GARDEN OFFERING AMAZING FOLIAGE AND GROWTH EVERY MONTH OF THE YEAR. TEST YOUR SENSE OF DIRECTION AS YOU FIND YOUR WAY THROUGH THE POPULAR "GARDEN MAZE". RELAX AND FIND YOUR CENTER IN THE MEDITATION GARDEN OR MEANDER THROUGH MEDITERRANEAN BELT. YOU'LL FIND JURASSIC SIZE PLANTS AROUND LINVINGSTONE LAKE. THE STONE GARDEN IS ONE OF VANCOUVER'S HIGHEST ELEVATIONS, OFFERING A VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS ON A CLEAR DAY. TRULY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE !!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please see our Group Menus at shaughnessyrestaurant.com or call us at 604-261-0011
  • Private party facilities
    THE RESTAURANT MAY BE BOOKED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS EITHER EXCLUSIVELY OR NON-EXCLUSIVELY FOR SMALLER GROUPS, WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO HOST A PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12 OR A COCKTAIL RECEPTION FOR 250, SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT HAS MANY OPTIONS TO OFFER WITH AN EXQUISITE GARDEN VIEW AND FREE PARKING.
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