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Born to Shake
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.9(61)Experience beautiful, carefully-crafted cocktails when you visit Born to Shake. Pull up a stool at our bar to enjoy great vibes and an energetic night out, or hide away in our cozy mezzanine for a perfectly intimate date night. Enjoy cocktails made with the very products we craft in-house, and stay for the tapas style food menu featuring local makers & growers from the Okanagan Valley.
Contact us for private cocktail classes, parties, and events.
19+ only after 5pm.Dose
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•5(97)As the days grow longer and the evenings warmer, Dose Coffee transforms into Dose After Dark — a seasonal dining experience offered Thursday through Saturday evenings all summer long.
Led by Head Chef Ivan Blackwell (you may remember him from Alfred’s), and joined by Alasdaur Aitken, the kitchen presents a Mediterranean-inspired menu full of vibrant, shareable dishes.
Our curated wine list features a thoughtful selection of old-world wines and inventive spins on classic cocktails — perfect for pairing and patio sipping.
The patio offers an alfresco dining experience whilst the inside dining space offers a more intimate atmosphere close to the action of the kitchen.
Dose After Dark launches Friday, June 13 and runs through to mid-September. Reservations are strongly encouraged, though we always keep space for walk-ins.
Zen Japanese Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.9(494)Contemporary vision. Traditional roots. These are the qualities that highlight a dining experience at Zen Japanese Restaurant. A landmark on the West Vancouver dining scene for more than 30 years, Zen continues to thrive because of our unyielding commitment to using only the highest quality, sustainable ingredients and unmatched service. Enjoy edible art in a sleek, stylish dining room that offers magnificent sunsets. This is more than just a meal. It is a true culinary experience that is simply …. Zen.Six Degrees Bistro
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.8(86)Embark on a culinary journey with Chef Alessa Valdez, where the dinner table transforms into a magical realm. Our menu promises seasonable, sustainable delights—casual fine-dining at high altitude with weekly changes reflecting Chef Alessa's inspiration.
Choose from three exquisite options for each course during our exclusive three-course dinners at 5:45 or 8 pm, starting with a complimentary glass of bubbly. Sundays feature a six-course wine-paired extravaganza. Apres sessions return, exploring our curated wine list with exquisite fondue.
We happily accommodate dietary requirements; inform us in advance. Note, some dishes require 72 hours' preparation, a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence. Join us for a celebration where every bite tells a story, crafted by Chef Alessa Valdez for an extraordinary dining experience.
*Prices are subject to change
The Butchart Gardens - The Dining Room
Price: Expensive•Northwest•4.9(4,839)Enjoy the stunning floral display gardens, plus the restaurant's historic surroundings and contemporary, fresh local foods. Located in the original Butchart family residence, you can experience spectacular views of the Private Garden, the Italian Garden and Tod Inlet. Indulge in Afternoon Tea in our Spring and Summer seasons, or our High Tea which offers more warm savories from October through the winter months. Dinner is served seasonally with a strong presence of local sustainable ingredients. Choose from our award winning showcase of Vancouver Island wines. Enjoy adding to your awareness and appreciation of local grapes and vintners. Please note that admission to The Butchart Gardens is required in order to access The Dining Room Restaurant. Our current admission rates are at www.butchartgardens.comBarbara Restaurant - Vancouver
Price: Very Expensive•European•4.9(334)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.
Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.9(224)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 PERSONAfternoon Tea - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.6(1,276)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
Desi Indian Lounge
Price: Expensive•Indian•4.8(14)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".
JJs Restaurant at VCC
Price: Expensive•Canadian•4.7(318)JJ’s Restaurant is a Vancouver institution. Both the kitchen and front of house are run by students who are in their 2nd level of cook training. Enjoy a three-course a la carte lunch which is reasonably priced and produced with the highest level of passion and care by students with the guidance of their Chef Instructors. If you are interested in a group booking please email culinaryarts@vcc.ca. Chef's Table dinner is a set menu, and courses can not be changed due to guest preferences. We have these specific proteins on the menu to further the student's knowledge in the program.
Please note that JJ’s and Chef’s Table service may be interrupted by inclement weather, including extreme heat or significant snowfalls. VCC makes this precaution to keep the staff and customers safe. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
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- AAndreaVancouver / British Columbia •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWent to celebrate a friend’s retirement and it was fantastic! We were seated at a window booth and given Prosecco to start. It was the first time my 2 friends had been to the restaurant and they were both so impressed with the food… absolutely deliciousMore infoOsteria Savio VolpePrice: Expensive• Italian• Mount Pleasant•4.7
- DDuaneLondon •34 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoCame with a friend tonight to try this new (to us) spot. We tried two pasta, a salad and some octopus. The watermelon salad was great. I'd do a little less peper but that's a personal taste. Calabreselli alla vodka and Rigatoni cacio e pepe are both great pastas to share. Add in a little octopus 🐙 and dinner is a winner. The blood orange soda is also great.More infoElio VolpePrice: Expensive• Italian• Fairview•4.8
- DDiarmaidVIPVancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoLovely sushi restaurant , on the pricier side but worth it !More infoMiku Restaurant - VancouverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Coal Harbour•4.8
- NNeldaVancouver / British Columbia •6 reviews4.0Dined on May 23, 2025Great food and flights. Pizza was unexpectedly huge! The staff are always engaging and professional. It gets busy in there, so arrive for happy hour and you’ll get faster service and better value.More infoSt. Augustine's - VancouverPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Commercial Drive•4.5
- TTimNew York City •12 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 21, 2024Delicious food, great service. Not too busy at all so we could get a reservation on a Friday night. Will be back for sure!More infoHariyali Express Indian Cuisine & BarPrice: Moderate• Indian• Commercial Drive•4.5
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Vancouver / British Columbia include Miku Restaurant - Vancouver, JOEY Shipyards and Earls Kitchen + Bar - Ambleside
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Vancouver / British Columbia are Neverland Tea Salon - Vancouver, The Butchart Gardens - The Dining Room and JOEY Shipyards
Bottomless brunch in Vancouver / British Columbia is available at Maxine's Cafe & Bar, Tea at The Empress and The Butchart Gardens - The Dining Room
The most romantic restaurant in Vancouver / British Columbia is Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant
Restaurants in Vancouver / British Columbia with a great view include Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant, The Butchart Gardens - The Dining Room and JOEY Shipyards
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