Came in a while back due to the name. Glad I did, I had never heard of it not being from the area…read more Braden & Won at the bar were superior to many I have encountered on the road. They are masters of their craft. Service, food and drinks were all simply amazing. The dark chill atmosphere & cool decor really set a nice tone for an evening out.

Intimate atmosphere, attentive staff, and delicious food. The octopus salad was fresh. The 20oz…read morebone-in rib steak was well seasoned and enough to be shared between two people. The key lime pie was the perfect way to end the night.

I went to Elisa and had an amazing experience. Reservations were fully booked for the day, but we…read moreshowed up right when they opened and were able to get seated. We ordered the yellowfin tuna tartare, cured hamachi, aged ribeye, Australian Wagyu, truffle mac & cheese, potato purée, and onion rings, everything was fantastic. It's no surprise this place is always booked. The service was excellent, and the overall ambiance made the experience even better. I was visiting on vacation and found this spot on Yelp. I saw a few reviews mentioning that it's expensive, but it's a steakhouse, if those prices aren't in your budget, don't go to a steakhouse. For the quality of the steak, the atmosphere, and the service, I found the prices to be fair. I would definitely recommend this place.

Definitely a more fancy looking restaurant but I saw people wearing anything from jeans and a t…read moreshirt to nice dresses. Service was great here and they even gave us complimentary glasses of champagne and a little dessert at the end since my boyfriend and I were celebrating our anniversary. Our waiter was also particularly helpful with choosing out a sweet dessert wine for me since I don't usually drink much wine They also have complimentary bread with olive oil and butter before your food comes out. This was nice but I definitely over-ate and was already a bit full by the time our food came out Seafood plateau: 4/5 the oysters were definitely the highlight of this dish for me. After that, I liked the tuna tartare and the yellowtail a lot Rack of lamb: 5/5 we were expecting more lamb bc of the name but it came with 3 pieces which we ordered medium rare. I was a little nervous about how red the meat was but it was super good and I liked it a lot

Adam and the rest of the staff were awesome. We're from a small town with poor service everywhere…read more This was a nice treat.

When I say a place is an establishment I mean just that. Of course reputation can pull a lot of…read moreweight. From the gold railings to coat check to a piano on the stairs to an old school oyster bar showcasing their wares proudly on display, Joe Fortes has a lot going on for it. But perhaps more so than anything else is an amazing happy hour for anyone who loves oysters. Service Before diving into the food let's talk about service. The servers here are dressed in the old full whites with black ties and give you full service. They have an expert knowledge of the menu and are willing to give you any and all opinions if asked. They check on you frequently and make sure you're having a good time with enough banter to make it friendly and welcomed. Happy Hour - Alcohol With that out of the way, we can talk about the happy hour. Yes, they have a great deal when it comes to their house red and white wines where you can get 6 oz for $6 CAD or 9 oz for $9 CAD. Their beers range from $5 CAD to $8 CAD and their cocktails are all under $10 CAD. Happy Hour - Food They have some incredible truffle fries, cut thick and sprinkled with parmesan as delicate as snow for $9 CAD. Their crab & corn fritters are slightly chewy but packed with flavor and come at $12 CAD. The coconut prawns sound just as delicious as they taste and come at $13 CAD. I would avoid the Steelhead ceviche though as it was more mashed avocado than ceviche. However, HOWEVER, the star of the show are their oysters. Coming at $1.75 an oyster, you get to be as gluttonous as you'd like whilst keeping your pockets happy. Vancouver is known for their amazing seafood and with this happy hour from 3 PM - 5 PM it gives you 2 hours to fill your belly with as many oysters as you can. Even if you ordered 50 oysters you would be under $90 CAD. I should know, I did that. Last Thoughts Even without the incredible happy hour Joe Fortes would be a restaurant you have to visit during your trip to Vancouver. With a great selection of food on their menu, wait staff that feel old world and professional, and a setting fit for the city, the happy hour is just the bonus that makes visiting Joe Fortes even more enticing. Come with an appetite, leave with a smile.

one of the best restaurants we tried in vancouver for sure…read more honestly, i would skip most of the main courses and just order off the happy hour menu because that was easily the highlight for us. the carpaccio was insanely good! super savory, rich, fresh, and packed with flavor. it had that perfect balance where the meat practically melts in your mouth, and every bite tasted bright, salty, and satisfying without feeling too heavy. definitely the standout dish of the night. i also really enjoyed the poutine. the melted cheese curds made it extra comforting and indulgent, and the whole dish felt way more elevated than standard poutine. the drinks were also amazing. both the mocktails and cocktails were genuinely well made and memorable instead of feeling like an afterthought. the only misses for me were the short rib and the steelhead trout, which both really needed salt. the risotto was also pretty mid and not very memorable compared to the other dishes.

I came here for an early dinner on a Friday evening. I strategically planned it that I would arrive…read morefor dinner during their happy hour. Food: Jumbo Mac & Cheese - This was pretty good! I'm not sure if I would say it was "jumbo" but delicious nonetheless. Parmesan Truffles Fries - The fries were standard, as was the aioli it came with. Organic Beet + Arugula Salad - This was a happy hour portion. It was a good salad, but I wish it came on a bigger plate for easier eating. Service: Service was friendly and quick. The food came out of the kitchen pretty quickly. I was asked more than once if I wanted a drink since it was happy hour which was a little awkward but not too bad! TL;DR - Good happy hour deals with quick service

Delicious! And an accident haha…read more My friends and I were looking for a Thai place and this popped up. Being who we are, we went without scoping the menu and to our surprise this is not a Thai place hahaha. The beautiful space drew us in so we ventured into something new. So glad we did because the food and service was awesome. The menu is expansive and everything we had was delicious! Definitely would come again :)

JOEY Burrard is a very lovely restaurant with a modern, sleek, contemporary feel. They were able to…read moreaccommodate me and my friend without a reservation on a busy dinner night, which I really appreciated. Service was excellent. Everyone was sweet, attentive, and welcoming, and the complimentary welcome bubbles were a nice touch. The short rib dip was good, though not especially memorable. The udon carbonara with chicken katsu was the standout for me, and my colleague's salmon was also solid. Overall, I'd definitely come back. It may not be life-changing food, but it's a reliable, polished spot with good vibes, decent drinks, friendly service, and a lovely atmosphere for lunch or dinner indoors or outdoors.

Our server. Anita? Was awesome! Super friendly, chatty, knowledgeable about wine and food. The buy…read moreup menu ($185 for 2) was incredible!! I bought it for my husbands birthday. He's a very picky eater, and he really enjoyed it. The oysters were deliciously fresh; the beef tataki salad was zingy and had a yummy dressing; carpaccio was amazing; the steak was perfectly cooked- the cut was marbled and tender; the lemon tart was so perfectly tart and not too sweet. Absolutely loved our meal!

Outstanding customer service !! Because we said we came from…read morethe Fairmont, they gave us complementary champagne and a miniature little appetizer. The Customer Service was great. They made us feel so welcomed and that we were kings. I will definitely have to come back and try their meals. They have some spectacular views from the top that overlooked the city.

My boyfriend made reservations in celebration of my birthday, I must say I was pleased. As we…read morewalked in I was wow'ed. I felt like I walked into a room filled with history, It was beautiful! The tone is immediately set. The lights are dimmed, the walls seemed like they had an oak finish which I absolutely loved! There was also a bar near the entrance that added a touch of elegance. It was thoughtfully located, perfect if you want to start with a cocktail while you wait to be seated. Now let's get to the real reason why you're reading this review- the food. After reading reviews we decided to go with the infamous cheese bread that everyone praised. It was DELICIOUS! That was some really good cheese bread. Now, on to the main entree's: my boyfriend settled for the 22oz porterhouse steak medium rare (drooling), while I humbly ordered the steak & lobster; best of land and sea as described on their menu. Their Canadian Prime Filet Mignon served with a broiled Atlantic lobster tail and lemon butter!!! My boyfriends porterhouse was made to perfection he paired It with classic French fries. My steak was made well but lacked a little flavor. I like my steak medium rare however, my steak was a tad bit over cooked. My lobster was good but I've definitely had better. The butter was a nice touch as it should and honestly speaking It lacked salt, food with out a hint of salt is just bland. My entree came with mashed potatoes, they were fluffy and tasty. Two thumbFor dessert.

This is my third visit to Hy's, and I am glad I finally get to give this place a review. There are…read morea lot of new and trendy steak restaurants in Vancouver, but Hy's is one of the longstanding giants. They have been around for a very long time, and I think their prestige is quite hard to match. It's not a trendy restaurant but rather, more of a sophisticated traditional setting. I brought my boyfriend here for his birthday, and since it was his first time trying Hy's, we had to go down the route of ordering all the classics. Our server, Dan, was phenomenal. He was funny and candid throughout the meal and did a great job preparing the tableside Caesar salad and beef tartare. Both dishes contained similar ingredients but tasted unique on their own. The way the ingredients interact brings various sweet, salty, and tart flavour profiles that dance together splendidly in your mouth. Since all the ingredients are eyeballed, no two dishes taste the same, and there is beauty in that, as you get something authentically different every single time. Cheese bread was a must - an absolute classic. Soft, delicious, and cheesy every single time. For mains, we decided to share the porterhouse. Being a small eater when it comes to steaks, I figured 22oz was going to be enough paired with mash and a side of candied carrots. The steak was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. My boyfriend does not enjoy vegetables, but surprisingly liked the carrots. The service was extremely smooth, with food arriving quite quickly and regular check-ins from Dan. For dessert, we opted for the Belgian chocolate bourbon cake. It was rich, decadent and quite sweet. We took our time with the dessert as my boyfriend dusted off his second drink and designated me as the driver for the night. Overall, it was a seamless experience, but most importantly, it managed to satisfy my meat snob boyfriend on his birthday. Hy's did a great job taking care of us, and although I do not live in the tax bracket that allows me to come here regularly, it makes a wonderful treat every once in a while.

The Keg, located on Alberni St downtown, is one classy restaurant…read more The decor, dreamy eyes lighting, artwork, mezzanine floors, all add to this particular locations mystic. To be honest, I'm not sure why I don't eat more often at The Keg!? It's always been great. Maybe it's the ouch factor on the wallet. LOL. Our waitress was awesome & very attentive. Started off with the Shrimp (large in size) Cocktail & the Lobster Bisque. The shrimp was excellent but the lobster bisque had me wondering - where was the lobster meat? Our mains - the Rib Steak with veggies & mash & the Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon with mash. Somehow, no matter how stuffed I am, I always find room for the dessert here & it has to be the sensational - Billy Miner Pie. Always! Hot tip alert - when booking a reservation online, make sure to click on special occasion - birthday.

This was the 2nd keg I visited and I can say honestly no keg is made equal. This location visually…read morelooked great but the food quality did not compare to what I experienced in Toronto. The restaurant was modern and had an interesting layout. I ordered crab legs, clam chowder, and a baked potato. After hearing about how fresh the seafood was on the west coast I was so excited to experience it. The clam chowder was delicious and full of flavor. The crab legs were unfortunately overcooked and half the portion size compared to what I received in Toronto. Our server was sweet and answered all questions! Overall it was good but not my favorite.

Always a treat! Special ambiance with a fantastic musician…read more Delicious brunch and unbeatable service! See you again soon.

For sure one of our fave restaurants in Vancouver! We went there for dinner on a Wednesday night…read moreand the place was packed. We were greeted by lovely hosts who immediately took our coats. We were then brought into the main dining room filled with beautiful lights and live music. You must order their famous garlic Gruyère brioche. It's a big piece of delightful bread served with garlic butter and lobster oil. You will not be disappointed. We had a VIP Amuse card from our concierge and boy were glad to taste the warm, mushroom risotto ball. We shared the lobster chowder for appetizer which was delicious. The hubby had the shrimp cocktail which he enjoyed. For entree, we ordered the branzino which was absolutely one of the best I've had! We also ordered the kid's chicken tenders for our son which was surprisingly delicious and we couldn't help ourselves to it. The batter was light and flavorful. Our waiter, Artem, was wonderful and brought out complimentary desserts to celebrate our son's bday. Definitely a must try restaurant if you are in town.

This was such an amazing experience. My husband and I were…read morein town for work from the US, and we brought our 11 week old with us for early dinner reservations. The baby was a tiny bit fussy and we felt so bad- the team here was SO kind and patient...and actually reminded us that being out to dinner is worth enjoying...even with a baby. Max came by and bought our first round of drinks, congratulating us on our baby. Amy was amazing, SO attentive of my gluten free needs and she was so terrific with her service. The food was wonderful- great atmosphere- truly a really wonderful experience. Thank you for being so kind to new parents who wanted a nice 'date night' - it was really really special

The staff is epic. The management is helpful and on top of everything. The only piece that's…read moreremotely disappointing is the food. It's ok and fairly priced at best - food is a 3ish but the service is a 5+! The restaurant is in a prime tourist location next to the cruise ships and while its not going to be anything special. My chicken dish was arguably awful, but those who had steaks were generally happy. Probably best to stick to the beef options. this isn't the first time I've had this type experience at a Chop steakhouse.