Good filling portions for brunch. The menu was small but had a little bit of everything for everyone at the table. For the price, the portion was decent. Definitely filled you up. Loved their potato rosti. It's like a fried potato brick. read more

Banter Room - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Went here for 2nd stop for bday celebration plus Easter Day. 2yrs ago, we're in champagne valley in France and we drank one of the best bottle there, this yr, since my Canadian unable to go so I came to her. They have the same branch but differ label and way cheaper in price so we got it with a platter of everything. Great & clean place, great services, great vibe and had a great time. read more

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Went here for a birthday party and I ordered the pistachio salmon dish. It was excellent! First time ever trying this dish. The servers were also friendly and accommodating despite our large group of people. Would definitely come here again. Everything was excellent! read more

Banter Room - Pistachio salmon - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Located on the Yaletown strip, Banter room is a good place to grab some drinks and enjoy good food. I got their bottle of rose and shared with a friend, would recommend. Their prices are also reasonable! For food, we got their pasta which was super creamy and flavourful. I was sharing the pasta with another friend and the staff were kind enough to equally divide the portion. I went there on a Thursday but they still had some good music playing. I'm assuming the place is different on weekends. read more

Banter Room - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Stopped by for dinner. Server was nice and we got seated promptly. I got the spring fling cocktail and it was beautiful! For the meal, I decided to try the crispy chicken pasta which is new to the menu. It was very filling and tasty. read more

Banter Room - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Came here on Saturday for brunch. Overall everything was average. The ambiance was nothing to write home about, the coffee was not hot and they don't do milk substitutes which was a little disappointing. I got the avocado toast which was served on a sweet toast. With the sweet toast and the heavy honey drizzle I found this usually savoury dish way too sweet for my liking. The staff seemed bored and unenthusiastic but were still attentive and timely so service was pretty average! read more

Banter Room - Avo toast - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Brunch Review: This was our first time trying BR and initially the encounter with the young hostess at the front was a bit awkward and strange. Here's what happened. Banter Room's patio has a great brunch vibe, whereas the inside is more for evening...sort of bar, mingle and drinks feeling. Right off, she told us that inside seating was the only option, and since we arrived shortly after they opened, there was plenty of room on the patio. I asked her why we can't sit outside....and she said, "well it's because it's only for the two of you, and the larger tables are for more people." Keep in mind, that there were three other tables sitting outside that were only a party of 2. It struck me as very odd, for some reason she just didn't want to seat us outside. I asked her, "We can't sit on the patio just because we're two people? That doesn't seem right, does it?" She agreed with me and had to ask her manager, and that's when she finally sat us, but even then with attitude. The Hostess lays the foundation of whether a first-time customer will become a return customer. The food: The French Toast was quite good....very tasty with interesting pairings with walnuts, caramelized banana and strawberry. Nice. The Salmon & Avocado Benny was completely cold, which was a shame because the flavour profile was done really well. The egg was poached perfectly and everything about it hit the spot, in terms of flavour, but I only finished one of the two, just because it was entirely cold...like it had been sitting for a while....maybe even by a drafty door. I didn't return it because we were in a rush and had other engagements post brunch. The Americano was surprisingly pricey just because it looked more like an espresso shot..that's how small it was. $5. The Service: Couple of girls were in training, they tried, made an effort and it was decent...the servers that is..... The Hostess was a different story. read more

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Stopped in for brunch on a whim solely based on the fact that the restaurant was relatively full, so I was hoping for a nice brunch. The food did not disappoint. My mom had the Early Riser (eggs, bacon, sausage, toast) and I had the bacon Eggs Benedict. Both meals were well portioned and delicious. I thought the Benedict dish could have used a bit more hollandaise, but it was flavorful and the bacon was thick cut and delicious! Their potatoe side dish that came with both meals was really unique and tasty. It was similar to a baked hash brown dish. I don't know how else to describe it, but it was excellent! The eggs Benedict also came with a side salad that was fresh and the dressing was light but flavorful. Service was friendly and pricing was reasonable for the location and portions. Would definitely go back for lunch or dinner. We sat inside as the patio was full, but the patio was bright and engaging. I was pleased they were showing Sunday football inside at the bar area, bonus points for having multiple games on. Nice brunch spot, nice location, great food. read more

INCREDIBLE service, food, atmosphere!!! 10/10. The lychee mutha f*** is amazing, espresso martini and nachos are incredible. I can't say enough great things about our bartender Dani. She was slammed all night and kept a smile on her face and worked SO HARD to get drinks out so fast! Thank you to all!! read more

Banter Room - Nachos!!! - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Stopped in for dinner before heading to a concert at Roger's Arena. Staff was super friendly and welcoming and loved the cozy corner table on the heated patio. The holiday decor made the place feel very festive. We started with drinks and the avocado bruschetta which was amazingly delicious. I had the butternut squash tagliatelle which was creamy and delicious and loved the addition of the crispy sage - very fall tasting. My husband thoroughly enjoyed the warm pear salad with chicken. I only regret I didn't have room for the cheesecake - that'll have to be for my next visit. read more

Banter Room - Avocado bruschetta - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Our first time strolling through Yaletown; this was a nice spot for an early HH. Friendly staff and good service. read more

Banter Room - HH chicken tacos, truffle waffle fries - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Love the brunch! The short rib and poached eggs was terrific, and my partner loved his crispy bacon Benny. Sitting in a beautiful sunny day on the covered patio, perfect! read more

Banter Room - Short rib and poached eggs bowl - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

we went to yaletown shortly after the pride parade and fully expected to wait to get a table. there was an approximate wait at earls in excess of 35 to 40 minutes, we put our names on the waitlist, and our party walked over to the banter room. surprisingly, they managed to get a table for four at around 4:00 pm, in time for their happy hour (2:00 pm to 5:00 pm). this place is almost always packed, has a relaxed vibe, and is dog friendly. it's the perfect place to chill with friends, catch up over cold drinks and share appetizers. the banter room has a great selection of menu items during happy hour. we shared the chicken wings, cajun waffle fries, wagyu beef sliders, (these were really good) fish tacos (fish was nicely battered), crispy tiger prawns, and sesame tuna (nice touch with the dressing in the kale). read more

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1st time at Banter Room and I was not expecting the energy at all at this place. It felt a little overwhelming at first, especially since I came alone, but the attention I got from my server Karlee made me feel so welcomed and so seen. She's definitely my go to waitress the next time I come through! I can see why this place is so busy too, 10/10 recommend for anyone trying to grab some hearty food, get out of their shell to meet new people, and to just live a little!!! read more

Went to this place for brunch and loved it! It was very quiet, with not a lot of people around, but that had nothing to do with the food. I had the short rib Benny and I would highly recommend! Check it out if you are looking for a good brunch spot with no wait. read more

Banter Room - Short Rib Benny - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Food and service were great. I love a place that has a good selection of items for happy hour and BR did not disappoint. The fish taco was my fave. So much flavor and it was fresh. read more

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HAPPY HOUR PRICE: 3-5pm! Wagyu beef burger - $5: It was small but overall the meat quality is really good!! Crispy fish taco -$5: this one was surprisingly huge and the fish was so crispy! Recommend this one for sure. Chips & guac - $7: the large portion is perfect for sharing!! The guac & salsa is fresh and I liked the chips. Overall this place is worth it for HH for the price and portions! I will mention that the service was slow but they were busy, however the servers were still really friendly! read more

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POV: Sunday night, passing through Vancouver for the evening, and wanted to stop at a nice lounge for a nightcap after Miku. By recommendation we ended up at Banter Room and West Oak. CONSUMPTION: THAT DRINK (7/10) & PIPEDREAM (5/10) PROS: Centralized location and great music; they play a mixture of Afro beats, hip-hop, and some indie-pop. CONS: Younger crowd, small space, for the price of the PIPEDREAM I was expecting more of a craft cocktail. The drink had a bit too much syrup overpowering the mezcal as it was barely noticeable. OVERALL: 6/10 read more

Banter Room - PIPEDREAM - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

staff were super intense! barely sat down and they were asking me for my order, I asked for some time and she was back in 20secs. I appreciate acknowledging customers but I felt under pressure to order asap! my friend rang me on the phone and as I asked for time to look at the menu, the call came through and she stood at my table staring at me as I was on the phone to my friend. super uncomfortable and food was a scandalous price, for dried out and TINY portions! avoid at all cost!!!! read more

We don't dine in because it's extremely loud in there, and you'd have to shout across the table to hear each other. However, we do takeout because the food is good! The wild sockeye salmon is good quality, and the veggies and wild rice it comes with are all very tasty! The fish is a good portion, too. The wagyu beef dip is delicious as well. The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the fried onions on top taste so good. The sandwich is good enough to eat on its own without the dip! read more

Banter Room - Wagyu beef dip was excellent - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Another great Dine Out option to bookmark. We tried Banter Room during Dine Out Festival for the first time during Dine Out and for $39, you're really getting a huge bang for your buck. For just $39 we got ALL these yummy eats. First impressions, I was really impressed. They've got a nice vibe going on inside and their patio looks super cozy. I actually really liked their drink menu and I would go back to try more of their cocktails! They look like they have an amazing and extensive list of cocktails. JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK DUMPLINGS I'm pretty picky when it comes to dumplings and to my surprise these were actually really good. These dumplings were hot, had lots of soup and meat, and the skin wasn't too thick and neither was it too thin. The fillings consisted of pork, Johnnie Walker black whisky, green onion and sesame oil. It also came with two sauces: sriracha aioli and a sweet soy. Definitely would order this again. Made by @therealdumplingking ! SESAME CRUSTED TUNA Super tasty, fresh and perfectly seared. Loved bed of kale gomae the tuna sat on. GREEN CURRY SALMON They plated this extremely beautiful and I loved all the veggies that were included. It had baby bok choy, roasted corn, tomatoes and shitake mushroom. The green curry was soo delicious with the salmon. Only critique I had was that the salmon was slightly overcooked for me. HONEY GLAZED CHICKEN Included mash potatoes, portobello mushroom gravy, veggies and honey glazed chicken. A simple dish. It was a bit cold when it came out but we loved the gravy - it had lots of flavour. The chicken itself was juicy and sweet! NEW YORK CHEESECAKE This was so delicious. After one bite I could tell that this was homemade or made in house. The goat cheese on top really made such a nice touch and I honestly never had goat cheese on top of my cheesecake but I loved it. The strawberry compote was delicious with the cake but I wish there was more of it drizzled on top. It was a great way to end our meal nonetheless. LYCHEE MOTHAF***** I drank on a Monday again.. Love that this wasn't too sweet. Lots of lychee flavour and strong in alcohol taste. Really also love the fun name. read more

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Six of us stood in line around 10pm. Lady asked how many of us. We told her six, and she said just to give them a few mins and they would let us in. She then let in about 10-15 that just walked up after that while we stood there. We kindly left the line, and promise to never go back there. read more

popped in here for lunch and it was happy hour! we decided to order a few things to share and also had the house white. The fish taco was cooke to perfection- they were flavoured and the fish wasn't too oily. The fried chicken was actually covered in cornflakes which at first i wasn't sure how it was going to taste - but it was really good. The syrup / sauce was really good - balanced the chicken itself. The hummas and pita was interesting- there was a lot more dip then there was pita and when we ordered more it was pretty expensive. The tuna was also cooked to perfection a really enjoyed the bed of kale it came on too. all in all a great experience and the happy hour menu allowed us to try more than we normally would. read more

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Good food and nice atmosphere in Yaletown. My only issue is the staff. Clearly hired based on looks over service experience. read more

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Lovely space and decent menu. It's definitely decorated well. Service could've been better though.

This is the FIRST TIME I HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED BLATANT RACISM and DISCRIMINATION. My friends and I came to Banter Room on a Saturday night. We were a group of 11 girls celebrating a 30th birthday and excited to check out Banter Room after our a nice dinner down the street. Here is what happened: Entrance: We arrived at 12:30 am and ready to provide our IDs to the bouncer since there was no one in line. We were immediately told that they could not accommodate our group. Our group was told that our group was too big due to the bar requiring a seat for each individual to meet capacity regulations. This is absolutely understandable but we were confused at the reasoning for our particular party because the tables that they pointed out to us were empty. The bouncer explained that they couldn't seat us (even though the atmosphere was clearly a standing area) and nobody else was sitting at tables. A second BR employee told us that they were also at capacity and couldn't allow anyone in. Mid-conversation, a group of 9 guys arrived up to the front of the line and we're immediately let in. This was meanwhile we were being told that our group couldn't be accommodated due to being at "max capacity". My girlfriends and I were left shocked. We immediately left because it was clear that they did not want us to come in. We felt discriminated against as a group and we're left confused. We were extremely concerned at how we were being treated but felt like it wasn't worth our energy to reason or question their actions as it was clear the establishment did not want our business and had no practice in equal treatment. I never ever write bad reviews for businesses because it's important for me to not bash establishments for mistakes that can be corrected. This experience left us shaken by the feeling of being discrimination against as we were a large minority group and our birthday girl extremely disappointed. Multiple conversations with multiple employees with conflicting reasons why they wouldn't let us inside. I hope this review helps BR reviews their branding and customer practices. read more

Small happy hour portion Decent food but smalllllll portion Great seatings Family friendly (kids friendly) Pricey Horrible parking Great stafffs Good experience bhr won't come back read more

Initial experience as tourist was abysmal. The place was practically empty no one in line except my friends I. They made us wait outside in the rain for a few min. Ordering experience was mid there are a few things I feel like i would be a snob for mentioning. We all ordered food at the same time. Half our friends got their food about 10 min early was asked how the food was tasting. Kind of just meh. Like they didn't necessary do anything wrong but relative to other restaurant experiences its just subpar. Maybe if one down a couple of drinks the experience becomes elevated. My recommendation avoid . read more

UPDATED REVIEW! Banter Room is my new fave go-to place for Happy Hour! Their HH menu is not only affordable and extensive but the portions are nice too. My friend and I came in last minute because we wanted to grab a quick bite, we sat outside and it was so warm as they had these plastic insulators and heating. The hostess and servers are all so nice and friendly and very accommodating. From the HH menu, I decided to get the wagyu beef slider ($5), fish taco ($5) and the cajun waffle fries ($5). My friend ordered off the regular menu and got the creamy tomato soup ($6) and the steak and soba noodle salad ($16). The food came out fairly quickly and I was really surprised at how large the HH plates were, the wagyu slider I expected to be a mini one but it was actually the same size as a mcchicken which was not bad at all, there were tons of beef inside and it had crunchy onions and a really nice sauce. The fish taco was also really good, the veggies were super fresh and the fish was lightly fried and had a nice creamy sauce too. The cajun waffle fries were soo delish as well, it was a nice sharing portion for the two of us and it came with a side of ranch dipping sauce. My friend really enjoyed the creamy tomato soup, she said it had a kick to it. She said the soba noodle salad was okay once the dressing got all mixed in. The service was absolutely amazing as our server was so friendly and made us feel like regulars. We will definitely return to try more items on the HH menu! read more

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Perfect place to hangout and dine. 5 stars for customer service. Our server was very helpful in helping us decide what to eat. She was pretty detailed And descriptive on the dishes they have on the menu. 5 stars for the taste! Every dish has lots of flavor. We had poke bowl, beef teriyaki bowl and Banter burger. Everything taste great and doesnt taste like the usual. I am pretty adventurous with flavors, so if you are the old fashion type, who likes to eat with salt and pepper only then I guess this is not the best bet for you. The Banter Burger is a must try!! 5 stars for the portion. They have pretty generous portion for their entrrees. Some of the food we ordered has to be shared among everyone in the table! I definitelly recommend this place, especially for tourists like me. read more

Banter Room - Tuna poke bowl. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is good. Decor is very nice, tables are small. Service is heavily subpar for what this place is and the prices of everything. What about the service was subpar? We weren't checked on after we were served our orders, after asking if they accepted USD cash they kind of treated like it was a stupid question. Short answer could have been: "No but your cards will work just fine." Honestly didn't feel comfortable eating here. The only time they were nice was while seating us, and when my order came out a little late. Overall, this experience wasn't a good one. read more

Banter Room - Lobster Avocado Toast (mango salsa is sweet) - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Mediocre food in a nice setting. I had the gnocchi and it was OK at best. Service was decent. This is probably a good drink spot but not the best choice for dinner. read more

Every restaurant nearby had at least an hour wait but here they were able to seat our party of 7 right away! Highly recommend both the mac and cheese and grilled cheese. Delicious and reasonably priced read more

Banter Room - Mac and cheese - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We were on the waitlist for a table outside to be ready in a half hour and waited over an hour to be told we will not be guaranteed a table. Horrible service do not recommend. Do not waist your time. read more

Came here for the Happy hour but ended up being a bit late (ends at 5). So we decided to share a few appies and the spicy chicken burger. Service was great, ambience is really nice. We were seated inside but the outside seating looked awesome, patio heaters and cozy seating! The chicken bites were delicious! Just the right amount of sauce and the coleslaw it was on top of was so tasty...just the right amount of tang! Tuna tatami was good, a bit overcooked on a few pieces but overall it was good. Chicken burger was like a hot wing in a burger. I loved it but my husband was so so on it. He found it too much Frank's red hot going on. Fries were just ok. read more

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Forgot to wear my Gucci jumpsuit so the servers couldn't find me at my table to take my order. Shoutout to the lady in the neon green skirt, I hope the cocaine was tastier than my drink. read more

So glad I finally got a chance to visit. Usually hard to get into because of Covid I think. The sinner man drink was so good! Cinnamony and citrus with mild sweetness to it. Chicken tacos, calamari and the chicken pasta was so delicious! Waitress was very nice, and welcoming. read more

Like most places in Yaletown, it's a bit on the pricier end. So if you're looking for cheap eats, this isn't the place for you. But if you want a damn good meal, some delicious cocktails, or a good brunch, then they are definitely worth checking out! I've visited the Banter Room a handful of times now, each for a different occasion, and all visits have been wonderful. The only time I haven't visited BR is for their brunch, so I can't speak on behalf of that, but I can talk about their awesome happy hour, cocktail, and dinner menus. A couple different things I've tried and loved from their dinner menu: + Jassy's Chopped Salad (my fave!) + Strawberry & Goat Cheese Salad + Creamy Tomato Soup (so creamy, so delicious) + Mac & Cheese Skillet (a must try!) + Zucchini Noodle Pescatore (another top choice!) + Spicy Chicken Sandwich (I'm a fan of anything spicy chicken, so this was already a win in my book) Their portions are fairly large for what you get, so I don't mind paying a few extra $$ if I'm getting good quality food and a large portion of it. Drinks that I've tried and loved: + Lychee Muthaf*** + Bad Hombre + Moscow Mule + Cosmic Cowgirl + Where Mojitos Go To Die + Beyonce + Co-Co Not On a sidenote, I'm a fan of places that are creative with their cocktail menu, and BR does this well! Also, after listing out their drinks I've tried, I realized I've drank a lot of their drink menu already, ha! Just goes to show that all their cocktails are damn tasty. They have daily specials and happy hour deals (2-5pm) that range from $4-$8 drinks and $5-$7 appies. Take advantage of this deal! Also, their double caesars on special for $7 on Sunday - perfect hangover special if you ask me! The service has always been top notch too - friendly servers, food and drinks come out quickly, which is always appreciated, especially when they're super busy on a Friday and Saturday night. Decor is super fun and modern - they even have a Moet champagne vending machine, which I think is the coolest touch. Banter Room is one of my fave spots in Yaletown and I'll definitely be back sooner rather than later. read more

Banter Room - Zucchini noodle linguine - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The food was better than the cocktails. It's an intimate bar with not a lot of open floor space, and the tables are comfortable.

Dropped in to grab a light dinner at someplace new. The inside of the restaurant is really adorable. Very trendy, with a lot of hard wood and the outdoor seating was 'garden party' inspired with an Alice in wonderland theme. I was disappointed by some of the food and drinks. The gnocchi was good and the superfood salad was fresh with tender chicken but the flat-bread appetizer was not something I'd recommend. It is soggy untoasted flat bread topped with hummus and basically salad on top. The drinks are pricey for what they are- $24 a shot. Red flag - They didn't ID. My first drink was watery and weak and when I asked to send it back they wouldn't and instead sent the bartender to hand deliver a second drink (which they charged me for). After that they changed my tables waitress. I was kinda confused by this whole dramatic situation over a returned drink and felt unwelcome so my partner and I left. read more