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The Boathouse at Kits Beach, Vancouver, BC

The Boathouse at Kits Beach

4.3 (3984)
CAN$30 and under
Seafood
1305 Arbutus St, Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
As an Ocean Wise partner, The Boathouse Restaurant is committed to serving only the finest seafood caught sustainably from British Columbia waters. Combined with ingredients from local farms and an extensive selection of B.C. VQA wines, The Boathouse offers a taste of fresh, local, honest food—all with a great view on the side. Whether grabbing brunch with friends, sharing a pot of steamed mussels on date night, or celebrating a milestone over perfectly grilled certified Angus sirloin, you’ll see why The Boathouse is like no other dining experience on the B.C. Coast.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 738-5487
  • Website
    http://www.boathouserestaurants.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your next event by hosting it in one of our private or semi-private dining spaces. Featuring amazing waterfront views and plenty of seating. Our sales and event planners will work with you to customize an exceptional event featuring chef-driven cuisine that you choose. For more details, visit www.boathouserestaurants.ca/private-events/
  • Private party contact
    Group Sales: (877) 578-7932
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1305 Arbutus St, Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2
  • Neighborhood
    Kitsilano
  • Cross street
    Cornwall & Arbutus
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The Boathouse at Kits Beach is located off Cornwall which is directly on a major bus route #22 MacDonald.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

The Boathouse at Kits Beach's menu was last updated on 4/5/2023.

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What 3,984 people are saying

The Boathouse at Kits Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Vancouver

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Boathouse at Kits Beach offers a stunning seaside location with "fantastic views" and a "beautiful setting." Diners frequently praise the "excellent service" and "variety of dishes," especially during Happy Hour. While some reviews note inconsistencies in food quality, the restaurant's "lovely ambience" and memorable service make it a favorite for special occasions.
3,984 Reviews

  1. Mart

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The main thing about this restaurant is the location.

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  2. Carl VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Price points getting high and not competitive with other places to go nearby

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  3. Tracy

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favourite restaurants for the ocean and beach view and somehow, I always manage to get a table for two right in the window, my favourite!! :).  The BC oysters were divine as always so is your lobster bisque with complimentary fresh baked sourdough bread, and butter.  I missed tzatziki with the calamari and not a huge fan of the veggies with it, but we ate most of it. Such fantastic service as always! Thank you! Tracy

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  4. Patricia

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Too bad you are closing the Kitsilano Boathouse. It is a unique location.

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  5. Joy

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The hospitality was wonderful. The service was quick and great. Our server was in impeccable and the food was fabulous. All in all great experience, great environment, and great food.

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  6. Jennifer VIP

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Server was completely indifferent, extremely slow and kept forgetting things. I know to expect bad service at the Boathouse but this was still disappointing. Food was extremely average and not worth the price. I would never go if it wasn’t for the view.

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  7. Kazuhiko

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was busy Sunday afternoon and it took a while to get bar drinks. The waiter noticed it and brought us an ice cream cake on the house at the end. A pleasant surprise.

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  8. Lori

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Susan was a very attentive server. The food was excellent and tasty. Came quickly. And the portions exceeded our expectations. And you can't beat the view. It's a shame it will be closing down in Sept. 😕

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a reservation at 11. We initially made a reservation at the dining area but the lounge was open and the sun was shinning, so we decided to sit there. We were completely ignored and got water only for the first 30 minutes and the sun was a bit much so we decided to move to the dinning area. After we moved, it was still very slow but at least we got serviced after 10 mins. The view is amazing and the food is decent but I don’t think I will go there again . : )
    The Boathouse at Kits BeachResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely appreciate you sharing and will be sure that it is relayed and addressed by our team.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The mussels we ordered was undercooked at the beginning and then when they sent another replacement, it’s overcooked. The waitress was not polite and she served our table or even when we were paying her tips. Also, there were flies in the air so it’s very disturbing when we were having our lunch here. They also over charged for their foods and services I think!

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FAQs

The Boathouse at Kits Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 738-5487.

The Boathouse at Kits Beach is rated 4.3 stars by 3984 OpenTable diners.

The Boathouse at Kits Beach does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. Canada
  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
  4. Vancouver
  5. Kitsilano

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Google Map for The Boathouse at Kits Beach

1305 Arbutus St, Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cornwall & Arbutus
  • Neighborhood
    Kitsilano
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The Boathouse at Kits Beach is located off Cornwall which is directly on a major bus route #22 MacDonald.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.boathouserestaurants.ca/
  • Phone number
    (604) 738-5487
  • Private party facilities
    Elevate your next event by hosting it in one of our private or semi-private dining spaces. Featuring amazing waterfront views and plenty of seating. Our sales and event planners will work with you to customize an exceptional event featuring chef-driven cuisine that you choose. For more details, visit www.boathouserestaurants.ca/private-events/
  • Private party contact
    Group Sales: (877) 578-7932

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