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A photo of The Lunch Lady restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(978)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Commercial Drive
Booked 49 times today
Enjoy award-winning Vietnamese street food in the heart of Commercial Drive! Lunch Lady is not your average pho joint – dishes showcasing the PNW’s best ingredients, craft cocktails, and Michelin quality service makes us a crowd favourite with locals and international guests alike. Come and discover our modern and soulful dishes that are distinctly authentic to Vietnam. We look forward to serving you!
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4.8
Exceptional(1986)
Price: Expensive
• Canadian • Coal Harbour
Booked 105 times today
Nightingale's menu feature dishes that are ingredient-led and packed with flavour. MICHELIN Guide Recommended and Named Canada’s Best Farm to Table Restaurant, we are passionate about sourcing locally and our relationship with local farms, growers, foragers & fisherman are second to none. Our wood-stone pizza oven is at the heart of our kitchen and our dough has been diligently perfected to deliver Neapolitan style pizzas with seasonally changing toppings over a delicious crust. Guests are encouraged to order a range of dishes from our extensive menu selection, which are best shared family-style. Nightingale's award winning wine list has been carefully curated, and our highly trained Sommelier Team is on hand to guide you towards local hidden gems, as well as both those elusive and more popular varietals. We offer a range of local craft beers as well as classic and seasonally changing original cocktails.
A photo of Notch8 restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1734)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Le Notch8 ouvre une nouvelle ère de glamour dans le hall du Fairmont Hotel Vancouver grâce à son cadre luxueux et à sa cuisine classique, inspirée du romantisme des voyages des années 30.
A photo of Miku Restaurant - Vancouver restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6535)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Coal Harbour
Booked 135 times today
Specializing in aburi, or flamed-seared, sushi, the act of applying flame directly and lightly searing sushi enhances the natural flavours and textures of the seafood. Miku owner, Seigo Nakamura, innovated the Aburi concept by crafting specialty sauces using non-traditional Japanese ingredients to pair with each type of fish.Located at the corner of Howe Street and Canada Place WayMichelin RecommendedWinner of Wine Spectator Award 2024OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants 2024Executive Chef: Kazuhiro Hayashi
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4.6
Exceptional(2832)
Price: Very Expensive
• Canadian • Yaletown
Booked 64 times today
Since bursting on to the scene in 2011, Hawksworth Restaurant has earned its place amongst the finest restaurants in the world, winning multiple accolades from MICHELIN, Forbes, LA LISTE, and Canada's 100 Best. Recognized for its compelling and technically skilled cuisine, deep and diverse wine list, inventive cocktail program, and warm, genuine hospitality. Menus conceived by celebrated Canadian Chef David Hawksworth, Executive Chef Sylvain Assie, and Pastry Chef Marissa Gonzalez showcase ingredient-led contemporary cuisine, that is firmly rooted in the classics. Using only the highest quality ingredients sourced locally and from around the world, bold, bright flavours are presented in skillfully executed dishes that echo nostalgia with a modern and local twist.
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4.8
Exceptional(2734)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Coal Harbour
Booked 20 times today
Included in the World’s 50 Best Discovery list and is MICHELIN Guide recommended, Executive Chef Hector Laguna’s menu represents the botany of British Columbia and celebrates the biodiversity of the Pacific Northwest, where locally sourced ingredients are coupled with contemporary techniques. Located in the heart of Coal Harbour, the restaurant is home to Botanist Bar and includes a terroir-driven wine program that supports small-batch sustainable and biodynamic farming practices. The award-winning Botanist Bar features a list of inventive and sophisticated cocktails, designed under the direction of Creative Beverage Director, Grant Sceney. Since opening, the Botanist Bar has received notable accolades including ranking #24 on North America’s 50 Best Bars List 2024 and #21 in Canada by Canada’s 50 Best Bars 2024, Top 4 Finalist– Best Hotel Bar by Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards and awarded the MICHELIN Exceptional Cocktails Award 2022.
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4.6
Exceptional(267)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Canadian • Granville Entertainment District
Booked 17 times today
Per provincial government mandates, proof of vaccination and photo ID will be required for indoor dining at Holts Café Vancouver. Holts Café celebrates Canadian cuisine with a European influence. Our vision for the restaurants and their dishes is focused on sustainability, quality-driven ingredients, locality, and seasonality.The menus pay homage to Holts Café classics and staples with a warm, inviting, fresh, and simplistic approach. Service times include brunch and lunch at all cafés, as well as afternoon tea and an expanded evening dinner service at select locations—all in a refined, contemporary environment.
A photo of Hy's Steakhouse Vancouver restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3956)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
In a dining room rich in history, dinner at Hy’s is a truly authentic experience. The charcoal-grilled Prime steaks, tableside preparation of classic Caesar salad, and impeccable, professional service have made Hy’s Canada’s Premier Steakhouse for over 65 years. Enjoy the intimacy of the cozy, wood-paneled main floor space or the upstairs modern library inspired décor and disappear into a world where the guest is always first, and fine dining is at its very best.Expert Suggestion: The famous cheese toast is addictive. Try it with an Old Fashioned for a decadent treat.Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards *** We are unable to accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***
A photo of Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6748)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Downtown
Booked 79 times today
A stunning combination of great food and a magical panoramic view. Together they make us famous. - **Window tables are non-reservable and are on a first come, first serve basis with reservations taking priority**- *There's a minimum requirement of 1 main course per person to be sat on our revolving portion of the dining room*- **A credit card is required for all bookings and an 18% gratuity will be added to reservations of 6 persons or more**Happy Hour daily from 3pm-5pm!! (Dinner service unavailable during this time, tables must leave by 5pm)
A photo of JOEY Bentall One restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(356)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 56 times today
JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. JOEY Bentall One offers a trendy and upbeat atmosphere in the heart of the business district downtown. It is set against brick mosaic, reclaimed neon signage and dramatic chandeliers, with a bar opening to the patio. As the official test kitchen for JOEY Restaurants, be the first to try the latest menu items here.

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  • AngelinaVIP
    Vancouver / British Columbia •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    This was my first time at The Lunch Lady. We made a reservation just over 2 weeks in advance and the only option on a Sunday evening was outdoor patio (so make sure to reserve well in advance for weekends!). The outdoor patio, they mention, is heated, and it truly was warm, covered and comfortable. We had the beef carpaccio which was good, garlic noodles, and this I would recommend, but my favorite dish was the steak luc lac (done medium rare with this burnt scallion butter that was divine). My friend had the beef noodle soup, and although the broth was great and the soup was a sizeable portion, you can get something similar in other Vietnamese restaurants. Finally, their customer service is fantastic. All in all, with the service, food and price, I would definitely recommend this restaurant!
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    The Lunch LadyPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Commercial Drive
    4.7
  • Kalandra
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Service by Miles at the bar was outstanding. He instantly made me comfortable. When making recommendations he wanted to know my tastes to help point me in the right direction. He definitely succeeded. With minor adjustments, thanks to Miles, I had the Holiday Kaiseki. NOT ONE BAD BITE from beginning to end of these 7 courses. Fish and seafood, fresh and bright. Wagyu Steak just the right amount of fat. The dessert of eggnog mousse and apple filling. Do I feel guilty? Yes. But I’d do it all over again. A shouldn’t miss meal.
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    Miku Restaurant - VancouverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Coal Harbour
    4.8
  • Kate
    Vancouver / British Columbia •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It was delightful. We were on our way to the airport and this was our last memorable experience of Vancouver. They took our bags and stored them for us and took us to a table with a view over the whole restaurant. (I only with the had an elevator to get to the mezzanine level where we were seated. Every bite of food was excellent and exceeded my expectations of the dish. Our server was there when we needed her and did not intrude "just to check in" like many do. It was a bustling place and we were delighted. We'll be back.
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    NightingalePrice: Expensive• Canadian• Coal Harbour
    4.8
  • Scott
    Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Our Christmas Lunch for my Team was amazing !! As always the food was incredible, creative and so beautifully presented. Today however, this was topped by the incredible service that Pat brought, by taking such good care of us. His suggestions really helped up the experience to a new level. Thank you and season's greetings
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    Hawksworth RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Canadian• Yaletown
    4.6
  • Linda
    Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Lovely restaurant. very attentive staff. reservation and parking was seamless. Good food choices. presentation was outstanding. flavours were well blended. I loved the option of not having rice or potato but an out of the ordinary 'pearl miso' with my protein. excellent choice on our part for dinner. highly recommend the restaurant and will return as a custome to enjoy it again.
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    Notch8Price: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown
    4.5
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