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    Bar Oso

    4.4 (252 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Octopus
    Sam P.

    Headed here for our last night in Whistler and it did not disappoint! Love the ambiance and the beautiful decor, the restaurant wraps around the bar at its center. Began with some cocktails - I enjoyed a cocktail called Trophy Wife and my husband had Malfy Gin and Tonic! Then we just enjoyed some smaller bites - poke, scallop crudo, gambas al ajillo ( theirs is one of the best anywhere ) and octopus! It was the perfect way to end our anniversary trip!

    Maya Mayuko T.

    Bar Oso was very stylish wine bar is located in the center of Whistler village. I visited here a few years ago before renovation. I really loved this place menu and food and wine, so, I revisited. What we ordered - Charcuterie including different type of pate, cheese and ham. - Pate was excellent, cheese and ham were also good choice. Bread with salmon roe dipping, - very unique dipping choice. Croquetas de setas Valdeon fonduto - Deep fried cheese and mushroom with cream sauce, - It was very delicious dish. Never go wrong this combination. Slow cooked wagyu beef cheek pemberton carrots, pickled mustard seeds - Highlight! Beef cheek was super tender and this is the one melting in your mouth. sauce was very rich and bold. It really paired well each other. Highly recommend with full body red wine! Dessert - Basque cheesecake - Solid choice. cheese cake texture was very rich. Delicious. Overall, we really enjoyed their food and ambience. We would like to order more if we were not full... Highly recommend this wine bar if you have a chance to visit Whistler!

    Shishito peppers
    Elan B.

    The food had great flavor and it was incredibly rich. The sobrassada was a personal favorite. It's a busy restaurant and I'd recommend looking into reservations prior to your dinner. The shishito peppers were also very flavorful and the sauces were delightful. The paella was a little underwhelming compared to the other dishes. It was just a bit bland. Everything else we had was great. The music was upbeat and the staff were friendly. Their desserts were very rich whether a fudge cookie or cheeses. Out of the desserts we tried the cheesecake was by far the best! Bar Oso is a nice place to stop for dinner if you're in town.

    Paella de pollo & octopus Jorge style
    Ceci L.

    We sat at the bar and although it's an upscale vibe, it was still a friendly atmosphere and the bartenders were pleasant. We tried the 3-course fall tasting menu for $29. The portions are tapa-sized so we ordered a few more dishes on the side. They have a creative cocktail menu. We tried Saigon baigur & fever tree Indian tonic, which was pretty and refreshing.

    Paella
    John C.

    This place was an honourable mention in Vancouver Magazine for Best in Whistler, so I wanted to try it. We had a reservation, we arrived on time, and were seated immediately. The first thing that catches your eye - the warm glow of the bar - it creates a neat vibe to the place. We went with the midweek Taste of Spain prix fixe and added one item: - Gazpacho - Good. I've never really enjoyed gazpacho in the past, but the small serving and liberal use of salt/seasoning made it quite good - Spanish Olives - OK. Three types provided. I'm not an olive person, but tried all of them and thought they were fine. - Citrus salad - OK. Not a grapefruit person, but it was a small serving so it was fine - Fresh Charcuterie - Good. All of the items were good and very distinct from each other. Half size is perfect for 2 people - Paella - Good. Flavour was good but didn't have that signature socarrat (crust) - Pollo Asado - OK. The leg tasted fine, but the breast was dried out. - Chocolate Cookie - Very good . Fresh, still hot molten chocolate. All cookies should be this good. - Spanish Cheeses - Ok. Cheeses were a bit bland. Server was fine, but busy and rushed. Kitchen was backed up because our paella and pollo were served a good 15 min apart. I noticed the table beside us had an even longer wait and were clealy not happy with the wait time. It took a long time to get our bill too. Overall, I had mixed thoughts. The place had a cool vibe but the food was hit and miss, and service was not keeping up. But at least the food was reasonably priced. Not sure I would return.

    Cafe con crema
    Jackie W.

    We returned to Bar Oso after reminiscing about the Café con Crema multiple times after our visit last year. What an incredible take on espresso martini! Besides their incredible cocktails, sitting at the bar is a treat at Bar Oso. The bartenders are masters of their craft and their attention to detail leaves nothing to be desired. All of the servers are so kind, attentive, and helpful if you have questions about the menu. This time, I also ordered La Huerta, which was tall, light, and refreshing - perfect after a long day of skiing. We enjoyed the Alcachofas & Salmorejo and the Local Roasted Beet Salad - both delicious and so flavorful. I've only had incredible tapas here, but in true Spanish style, the portions aren't big, which is a great opportunity to try multiple plates. The vibe inside is very fun and the place is usually packed during peak season. I've already got my eye on a cocktail for our next trip to Whistler!

    Bar Menú
    Elizabeth R.

    Friendly staff. Amazing drinks. Made it too late to try their food but their drinks honestly hit the spot for a late night gathering with the fam. They have a wide variety of drinks and sweet selection in music. The place is nice and feels intimate though it's good for groups. Great spot for late night conversations. I may be redundant at this point because I obviously have had more than one drink but this is a must when ever in Whistler.

    potato dish
    Anisa W.

    Would give it a 4.5 stars if I could. Super lucky we got a table by the bar just by walking in because they were PACKED. Got some small bites and they were all really flavorful. The contaditos was amazing but it really is very small lol. Would definitely want to go back to try their octopus and beef tartare

    Espresso Martini
    Cheyenne P.

    My favorite cocktail lounge to stop in for drinks! They have the best drinks and inside is very "moody". The espresso martini is fantastic but also love the Trophy Wife. I haven't tried the small bites but they do look good going by.

    iberico selection
    Anthony C.

    My wife and I visited on a whim this evening, without reservation and am glad we did. We sat at the bar, which was entertaining to watch the charcuterie and other things being prepared before us. My wife enjoyed a couple of glasses of red, and I enjoyed an NA ipa. The beet salad was a noteworthy start, followed by the iberico selection charcuterie (highly recommend) and the lamb albondigas was wonderful (highly recommend). The service and ambience were excellent, and the overall experience was very enjoyable. I would come here again and would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy some modern Spanish cuisine.

    Shabi M.

    Had a wonderful time at Bar Oso! We started with a Beets Salad and Beef Tartar, both fresh and flavorful. Drinks were excellent. We ordered Café con Crema and a perfectly balanced Old Fashioned. Cozy atmosphere and attentive service made it a great experience.

    Marje B.

    Came to Whistler to celebrate my bday. We wanted to go to another popular restaurant but the wait was so long we started to walk around. Bar Oso was on my list to check out, and with our luck they were able to seat us right away. Menu offered $29 3 course meal. Sharing tapas plates, main, and dessert. It was yummy food and plenty for the price. We had a couple of drinks. The vibe here is fantastic. The service was great. Love the paella, warm cookie and vanilla milk, cheese board, and olives. Great place to grab a drink and also tapas.

    Sanctuary tonic,  cerviche, olives from prefix meals.
    Mary C.

    Been to this place a dozen times. It was remodeled in the last year and the size has doubled. Still a decent place for drinks (although it was amazing place for cocktails before). Seem to have lost a couple of the creative mixologists. Food on the other hand has expanded and improved! Today took the opportunity to try out the prefix 3 course for $29. The pork belly was amazing. The menu changes weekly it looks like. Dessert was Santiago cake/ almond with poached pear that was a great combo. Got the Santury Roku gin/tonic. Was quite clean tasting but nothing to write home about. Service was great as always including the maitreD at the front. Attentive, informative, knowledgeable and pitched in to help.

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    Great atmosphere and service. Very reasonable price. The food is delicious. We quite enjoyed our evening here.

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    Bar Oso Reviews in Other Languages

    Grill & Vine - Salt Spring Island Mussels

    Grill & Vine

    3.3(72 reviews)
    0.3 km
    $$$

    This review is just for the breakfast buffet, which is included if you have bonvoy platinum or…read morehigher and are staying at the Westin. I normally wouldn't leave this review, but they have a really great breakfast buffet! Drinks included coffee, milk, juice, and pressed cold juices. They have your usual breads and pastries, but notable things include the yogurt bar, quality of the fruit, the omelette / egg station, and the changing hot dishes (waffles, pancakes, frittatas, seasoned hash browns, etc). Service is very friendly and attentive despite most people getting the buffet. It was a really pleasant breakfast and also incredibly convenient if you're staying at the Westin and trying to hit the slopes early! Note: the line can be longer around 7:30-8am, especially on peak days.

    Tasty baller restaurant in the 2nd floor of the Westin…read more Parking is pretty horrendous here, but at least it's available. Interior is very nice and modern. Interestingly enough, nobody used the outdoor patio which provides a great view of the mountain. Maybe it's only open in the evenings. Came here to try their brunch. Was told it was expensive but worth it. The food was tasty. All the fruits and vegetables were fresh. The eggs Benedict were crisp. Bacon and sausages weren't too greasy which was nice. They also make custom omelettes but I didn't try. Special mention to their blueberry pancakes. For those who don't do the buffet, they do have regular food options. However, the options can quickly surpass the buffet price if one wants to try multiple items. Also, we were told the "served" items are less customized and fancy. In other words, just do the buffet. Though my wallet hurt, my friends and I left happy and stuffed. I'd eat here again. Recommended.

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    Barcelona Tapas & Wine Bar - Squid ink risotto

    Barcelona Tapas & Wine Bar

    4.2(29 reviews)
    86.2 km
    $$

    Ambiance and Decor: Quite quaint and dark. Try to get a seat near the front window; they'll light…read morethe table tealight once it get a bit darker outside. They have some bar-height tables made out of some barrels - I would not sit here. Service Quality: Staff was attentive and knew the menu well. They recommend getting a wide variety of dishes since it is tapas. Menu Variety: Great selection of spanish tapas. There's fish, meat, seafood, veggies - there is something for everyone. You won't find the lesser known tapas here - just the main popular ones we all know. Food Presentation: Simple, nothing crazy here. Plated with intention. Food Taste and Quality: Food came to the table hot and fresh out of the kitchen. Some of the patatas bravas were a bit undercooked - for me there was a bit too much sauce here. They also have the shishito peppers here - even though 1 out of 10 are spicy, it was more like 5 out of 10 were spicy. Luckily they were all grilled to perfection. The cod fritters were great, would order again. Portion Sizes: You'll need to order at least 5 dishes for a table of 2. Drink Selection: Simple cocktail menu with a spanish twist to them - if you really want to call it a "spanish cocktail". Price and Value: Good value for money, priced just right. Overall Experience and Recommendation: Make sure you make a reservation cause if not you'll be waiting and by the time you look for another restaurant for dinner - everything will be closed (cause its Bowen Island). I tried it, I would try the other restaurants on the island first before coming back.

    Pretty fantastic! I was in Bowen Island for a yoga retreat…read more Most places were closed limited options. We were happy this place was open, we were not disappointed. Spanish tapas style, we ordered about 6 dishes and bread and we were pretty full. Also sangria. Food was fantastic, everything we ordered had so much flavor, my favourite was the orzo salad and the shrimp. A little surprise that Bowen Island had this little gem. Due to Covid protocols only patio was open, which worked fine for us, also set up socially distance. Great service. Recommend you making reservation, we didn't but came right when they opened lucked out with a table. It got pretty busy 15 minutes after we arrived. Overall, I was very impressed. We will be back!

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    Balam - Let your senses wander. Our menu is your jungle adventure.

    Balam

    4.7(53 reviews)
    0.1 km

    I visited Balam while on vacation, and it was so good that we ended up going back a second time…read more Balam offers a unique fusion of Peruvian, Colombian, Brazilian, and Asian-inspired dishes, and they absolutely nail it. We tried a variety of dishes across both visits, and every single one was fantastic. The balance of flavors and the way different cultures are blended together is seriously impressive. Some standout dishes: the truffle ceviche was incredible, and the black tiger prawn causa had a sauce that was absolutely fantastic. The tallarín de marisco is a must-order, we loved it so much we ordered it twice. We also had the salmon anticucho and Colombian arepa, and everything was fire. Everything tasted fresh, well thought out, and perfectly executed. You can tell a lot of care goes into each dish. If you're visiting Whistler, Balam is a must-visit. It was easily one of the best restaurants on our trip to Whistler.

    Neat Latin American (Peruvian?) bar and eatery. We came at 10 and they only had happy hour…read moreavailable - 5 items. It seemed like a great deal - 5 things for like $7-8 but beware that each one is TINY so you'll have to order a lot if you are hungry. Still great quality. - The anticuchos were amazing. The shrimp one in particular is really really tasty, full of flavour. The chicken one is good too with a crispy piece of something. - there is a plantain croquette with amazing sauce. Great texture and it melts in your mouth while retaining crispiness. Tiny though. - the pork tacos are great. Great flavour and I love the chimichurri sauce. - the fries are only OK. A cheese dip but otherwise not much flavour. Would love to come back for a fuller meal.

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