My friend and I decided to pop into Fable after visiting the botanical gardens nearby, and we were so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by staff and led to a table. The place smelled incredible and everyone around looked pleased with their dining experience. To begin, we took our servers recommendation and ordered the chickpea fritters. I don't know what I expected, but this surpassed my expectations. The fritters were warm, with a crunchy exterior but soft interior, and packed with flavour. The curry mayo accented their flavour and the plating was the icing on the cake. I absolutely recommend them! For the main, we decided to split an order of the miso roasted carrots, and I ordered the crispy pork belly. The carrots were cooked to perfection and reminded me of home cooked holiday meals. The crispy pork belly was siting in a tomato sauce that had the right mix of zest and warmth. The pork belly was melt in your mouth delicious! The only thing we did not particularly enjoy, was the dessert which was heavy in amaretto flavour. It was still an interesting dessert though and overall we very much enjoyed the meal. I will definitely be bringing other friends to this location and would consider it a must visit restaurant in Vancouver! read more

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Unfortunately, this didn't meet my expectations for such a highly rated restaurant. I wanted to be blown away but wasn't. Why? My smash burger was unremarkable. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. For an excellent smash burger, I would go to Bells & Whistles on Fraser. Furthermore, Fables service was friendly, but almost too friendly. And for that, our conversation felt superficial. Overall it's a nice place. The food is good. The service is good. But for the expensive price and Michelin star, the food and service should line up. read more

Overall: A // 5 stars Dimly lit candlelight vibes perfect for a romantic date night. The farm to table style cuisine brings out the brightest in vegetables and the healthful cooking is one that can be enjoyed in abundance. The staff are knowledgable and attentive, and the menu is loaded with captivating options. Highly recommend this Michelin bib gourmand restaurant. (Cucumber Melon Salad: A) - Marinated melon is such a smart way for flavor development. The usage of quinoa as a crunch rather than a grain also makes quinoa quite enjoyable in this case! I think the large slices of cucumber become water bombs rather than flavor bombs, which is unideal. (Patatas Bravas: B) - Intriguing dish of triple cooked crisp potatoes thats tender on the inside with a trio of aiolis. The dish would benefit from smaller potato wedges to absorb the flavor better, but otherwise the aiolis really helped give a depth of creamy, herbacious, and spicy flavor combo. (Duck Breast: A) - Tender duck breast paired with a beautiful red fruit jam that helped add an acidic sweetness. This protein was quite nailed, but a crispier skin would take it to the next level. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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Everything is farm to table. In the "States" I never get the ham cause it sucks. At Fable they have the best I've ever had. Smokey and tender. Get anything with ham I say.We will be back next time we are visiting. read more

I found Fable Kitchen on the Michelin Guide and was able to make a reservation on OpenTable a couple days before our Friday night dinner. The interior is very moody and rustic, which matches the cuisine theme of farm-to-table but contemporary. The dinner was delicious. We managed to order the LAST house made bread, which was an amazingly fluffy and flavorful focaccia with sun dried tomato butter. It was incredible! Another noteworthy dish of the night was the Ling Cod which had a savory tomato sauce that complemented the fish beautifully. The only dish that fell short was the beet salad, some of the beets weren't pickled correctly and so were hard/fibrous. Practically inedible. We casually told our server Daniel and he took it off of our tab without us even asking. The service was amazing. Daniel was amazing. He gave perfect recs and really made our night special! read more

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Great pricing for my breakfast plate at $18. Friendly service, good food. Little sad that they weren't packed on a Saturday morning during the brunch rush. Good vegetarian options. I enjoyed the pork belly bacon though some people might find it a little too fatty. Nice clean bathroom. read more

Fable Kitchen - Breakfast plate - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Just go. Trust me on this one. I ordered the three course tasting menu. It was perfection. Best meal I had while spending six full days in Vancouver. read more

Solid brunch I would love to try it again but we were visiting Vancouver for the day. My friend got the veggie Benny and she really liked it, I got pineapple juice really disliked it but my food was good. Service was great no complaints everyone was super nice and the atmosphere was super relaxing and it wasn't too crowded. read more

Relaxing and modern setting with superb service. Nov tasting set is very satisfying. Good example of "minimum fuss and maximum flavor". read more

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We dined here March 24. The food was delicious. The service was awesome! Jordan, our waiter, was very professional, charming and funny. Nicole, the hostess, manager and sommelier, was fantastic. She explained BC wines in detail which we really appreciated. It was like taking a wine class! We also found we had lots in common in terms of career and life experiences. They transformed the night from what happily would have been a lovely dinner into an extraordinary, memorable experience. read more

Watched a show and stopped in for a late snack. $18.00 for SIX skinny wings? Seriously? I can get fresh oysters for less than that and trust me, these weren't nearly as satisfying! read more

The decor and ambience were awesome. We did the tasting menu. The first course was this amazing soup with unripened almonds. The second dish was fried rock fish with a bunch of amazing textures and flavors. The server dumped about a quarter of the water on me and did not offer to refund any of the cost of the water, so I paid extra to get wet. The dessert is where it went off the rails. It was not sweet at all, and it tasted like an orange rind pastry with a sour milk gelato. There was no sugar in the gelato, and the dessert piece I got there was no real sugar in the dessert. The drinks were very light for the cost. All told the dinner cost over $200. Even though I knew the bread was extra, water was extra, everything else was extra, people should know that before they go here. Amazing ambience. Amazing food, except for the dessert. When I go back, probably not. Such a shame too. You know the head chef and the owner put a lot of work into this restaurant and it's almost still there. read more

Special birthday dinner booked by my husband. The food was delicious, the ambiance was romantic and the service impeccable. Highly recommend, whether you are celebrating something or looking for great farm to table food and service. read more

Fable Kitchen - Brownie dessert, not too rich but hit my chocolate craving, including a candle to celebrate my birthday. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Another brunch place ticked off my list. Place was always packed so would recommend a reservation. Honestly, tables were pretty close together so it's hard to talk with how noisy the restaurant was. Service was alright, but I thought it was pretty shady for the waitress not to confirm that the extra pickles were extra charges. Most people in our group ordered the french toast (courtesy of me of course hahaha), however it's not as good as I expected given the rave reviews online imo. The brioche was way too floppy, flavour wise it was just sugary sweet, and there's barely any fruits. Got the same sentiment across their other items (they were decent, not great). Once is enough for me. List of items we ordered and the prices (I didn't try their dishes so can't rate them): 1. French Toast ($18) 2. Kitsilano Vegan Bowl ($18) 3. Fable Breakfast ($18) 4. Smash Burger ($19) plus cheese ($2) read more

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This is a review for brunch. We made reservations and were seated right away. Our server was exceptional - he was friendly and oh so helpful. The ambiance is lovely - chill and understated, with dim lighting. The food was good, but I guess we just weren't blown away. Everything was good, but nothing was amazing. Normal flavors. Solid 4 stars. read more

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Upscale and farm fresh fable is a wonderful dining experience. I came here on a Friday evening and would definitely recommend a reservation ahead of time. My sister is vegetarian and my mom also has some dietary restrictions and yet they still had plenty of options to choose from the menu. Some of our favorite dishes were the gnocchi and squash Ragu. Will be returning when in the neighborhood read more

Fable Kitchen - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

What a meal! Timing of courses and service was spot on despite the heavy traffic. Came here for dinner service and honestly it did not disappoint. Duck Breast - seared nicely with juicy morsels of duck in every bite. Special Fried Fish Wrap Board was the star in my opinion. I didn't expect this to be available but boy was I glad I came when it was on the menu. If gills and fish bones don't scare you, this may be the thing for you. Quite a bit of fish meat to be had, pickled vegetables and being able to make green wraps provided the much needed respite from eating more potato's or filling up on bread. Maitake - the cashew cream on this dish really completed it for me. All in all, anything fungus/mushroom like is a generally a win. This one was no different Chickpea Fritters - a bit too heavy for me personally but if you wanted something besides bread or potatoes to fill you up, this is a pretty solid option. All in all, a cozy farm to table eatery that I think shines brighter during dinner than the most often praised about brunch hour. This one is a definite return on my books. read more

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What a fun and completely unexpected dining experience! My husband and I stumbled upon fable on our journey from Vancouver to Squamish and it was the highlight of our trip to date! Parking was a bit challenging on the street, but after finding a spot we bundled up and made our way into Fable hoping for a table. Luckily it was pretty empty and we were seated right away by the delightful Manon who greeted us with a beautiful smile. At our table Manon showed me the coat hooks where I could hang my jacket for the meal and brought us water. She reviewed the menu and left us to enjoy our cocktails. We started with the blacklight and my husband ordered a whiskey drink. Both were delicious. Food is created to be shared so we eagerly ordered a fun variety to sample. We started with the bread and butter which was amazing! It was perfectly cooked foccocia bread with a delicious light herb butter. It was simple yet delicious. Next out we were surprised with the most exciting and tasteful amuse bouche we've ever experienced. My husband described it best so I'll insert his words here for you. "Wow that made my mouth so happy. It was an explosion of flavor. Sour from the pickled onion, heat of the aioli and the zing from the lemon drive this starter crazy." The dish was a warm and crispy curd served on a small spoon with pickled onion on top. We could have easily enjoyed a bowl of them as a starter! They were SO tasty!!! Next out we shared the winter salad. The lettuce was fresh and the dressing was light and perfectly flavored to complement each vegetable. I ordered the sable fish and my husband chose the 12oz butchers cut that was aged for 30 days. We added the patatas bravas in to give us a starch. The sable fish was cooked perfectly. It was tender and moist and the greens beside it were beyond delicious! I could eat them daily!!! So good! I swapped some of my fish for a sliver of my hubby's steak and enjoyed that as well. It was flavorful and cooked perfectly at medium rare. The mushrooms that accompanied the dish were flavorful and complimented it nicely. We skipped desert and opted to share a bottle of the Geheinger brothers private reserve. The ambiance was fun, with pitch fork chandeliers hanging above the table, Antigua furniture and tables made of butcher block. The kitchen and bar are open concept so you have the ability to observe art as it's created before experiencing it with your other senses. Overall the experience was top notch. Manon is excellent and an absolute gem. The food is unique and beyond stellar- every single thing we ate was drool worthy- and the ambiance was simple yet fun! I highly recommend this place and cannot wait to return! read more

Fable Kitchen - Dining room - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We've been multiple times for both dinner and brunch, and every time, everything we try is really good. The service is always great, and I don't think it's possible to order something that isn't tasty. It can be a little noisy when it's full, but it's not usually too bad. Every time we're in the area or passing by, we'll try to stop by. read more

What a treat to be able to check out Fable kitchen during our most recent trip! My only ragret was eating a liiiittle too much earlier in the day so I couldn't try quite as much food here as possible. Aka need to go back and try more goods~ We were able to grab a Saturday night reservation pretty last minute and were so excited to try ALL the things. We got the shaved brussel sprouts salad, the patatas bravas, the gnocchi, steelhead trout for the husband, and the chocolate budino. I also grabbed a blood orange spritz! Everything was absolutely delicious though the standouts for me were the brussel sprouts salad and the gnocchi. The salad was tasty, refreshing, and honestly the dried blueberries in there was a hit -- didn't think they would compliment the dish as well as they did. The gnocchi was probably one of the best I have ever had in my life and I had to fight my husband for pieces by reminding him he had a whole fish dish coming! The patatas were good (I mean I will never hate a potato) but not quiiiite as flavorful as I'd expected. My husband loved the steelhead as well so there's that. Dessert was incredible -- rich chocolate budino but not too sweet and the caramel was so present and delicious. Absolutely worth it imo. The interior is incredibly cozy and service was sweet and attentive. The prices are very fair for how good the food is and I am just itching to go back with friends so we can flex order more of the menu! Do not skip this place if you are in the area, it is amazing~ read more

Food: 2.5/3 Service: 0.5/1 Ambiance: 1/1 Overall the food was very good but I found some of my dishes were overly seasoned and *too* flavourful. As well, for the price of some dishes you don't really get the bang for your buck. For example fthe Duck Meatball starter... was literally just 1 meatball (on some pasta tho at least) for $17. The dish was good, but definitely overpriced for pasta + 1 meatball. The cocktails were all really good though. In terms of service, our waitress was very friendly but she kept forgetting my order. Bless her she was trying, but it happened multiple times during our meal. Overall it was a good experience, however definitely felt like some of the items were quite overpriced for the amount/quality. Would I recommend coming? Worth checking out and not bad if there is a special event to celebrate, but not a place I'd come back to regularly. read more

I always pass by this restaurant. Finally a friend asked to have brunch here today, so here I am. My friend reserved a table online which was very convenient and I always like to reserve tables online without waiting in a super long line up for an hour or so. The server provided great service. The ambience was great for family or friends gathering. The venue has a decent size. It is considered comfortable that there is a reasonable distance between tables and customers, so we could chat without hearing what others were talking next to us. Their menu had different options for customers to choose from. We ordered a few dishes. I felt each dish was presented well. But the flavour was okay. It was just a normal dish of western breakfast to me. I wouldn't say I would wow for it. The location is right on a busy street that customers can come here to eat and walk around the neighbourhood after the meal. It's hard to find parking though. It's better for ones who take public transit or who live in the neighbourhood. read more

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My friends and I had a great time here during our visit to Vancouver. I'm glad we had a reservation because it was pretty busy when we walked in. We came in for brunch on Victoria Day and they were doing a special menu that was a pretty good deal and included a main, drinks, and some extra pastries. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and attentive at all times. It's a nice restaurant on a commercial street. I'd certainly recommend checking it out! read more

Fable Kitchen - Brunch - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Top notch once again! Try the house-made mocktails! Best I've had - "No-groni" was complex, aromatic, and refreshing. The pineapple-gin-spritz was flavorful, not sweet, with a peppery finish. The Butcher's cut was already beautifully seasoned with herbs that really enhanced the flavor, but then the "pepper jam" ginger reduction was absolutely to die for - rich, sticky flavor explosions with every mouthful. The bok choy greens and miso potatoes were the perfect accompaniment. Both desserts were wonderful - rhubarb with strawberry curd in blueberry-balsamic ice cream melded amazing flavors together under a toasted meringue top, while the bittersweet chocolate orange with graham cake was a satisfying and rich blend without being heavy or too sweet. And yes, Kathy S., your comment on my second review did show up. Thanks to you and your staff for another great evening out. read more

Awesome tasting menu! Duck lumpia starter for the win! Special mention to their tomato butter that accompanies the focaccia. It melts and is really something else. Hadn't been back since it first opened and was reminded about how good they are - lovely ambience, attentive service. The salad could use more of the taste additions as the one I got was mostly greens. I enjoyed a third of it which had flavour and had to leave the rest. Besides that, enjoyed it all! read more

It was effortless to make a brunch reservation for 6 people on a very busy Saturday. We were greeted at the door and shown to our table . There were 3 of our 6 initially and they started us with drinks while we were waiting . It was appreciated that they did not make us wait for our whole party. The room was very comfortable and not overcrowded. The menu had several interesting brunch options. It was very pork heavy and there weren't many vegetarian/ vegan options . They were flexible about making substitutions with the ingredients available. The food came promptly and was delicious. The coffees were fresh and hot but slightly weak , low on flavour. The special board was hard to read. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our brunch and look forward to going back for dinner . read more

The food was stellar! We are from the US visiting for a concert (Taylor Swift). This was our first restaurant we went to and they just knocked it out of the park. I know I'm never going to get such creamy and flavorful hollandaise sauce back home (sad face). The pancakes and fables breakfast with an extra pancake and the super thick hash brown (forget what it was called) was delicious. I got the eggs Bennie with pork belly. The staff were great, other customers were super nice and we had great convos. The restaurant is very pretty inside. I forgot to ask what the projectors for on the ceiling so if anyone knows- do tell! Great place! read more

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We had an incredible experience in Fable Kitchen. We got the tasting menu, bread and butter, and the ling cod. The bread was a cheese focaccia - amaaaazing, I hope the chefs continue making this, delicious butter too! We also loved the vichyssoise it was beautifully smooth and indulgent with a perfect balance of flavour. The service was great and the mood and was lovely. read more

Stopped by with a reservation for dinner on a weekend and had a wonderful time! We had the duck meatball, gnocchi w/ pork belly, sable fish, seasonal beans, and strawberry parfait. Even for two hungry people, we definitely over-ordered and could've done with one dish less and skipped dessert. Everything was very flavorful and fresh! I'd say the gnocchi was my favorite, and the sable fish was a bit plain for me. The ambiance is cozy and lively, good for larger groups and date night alike. We did have to wait quite a bit between our starters and entrees, but our server was very communicative and attentive. They offered to cover dessert which was much appreciated! Despite the wait, we still left feeling happy and satisfied with the service. read more

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Yet another 5/5 restaurant experience in Vancouver. Fable is farm-to-table at its best. Everything we had was good (see the pictures). I only wish they weren't out of the BBQ carrots. read more

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My friends and I just happened to stumble upon this breakfast joint and were happy we got to try it out. The food surpassed our expectations and looks better than the photos show. We sat at the bar top and got to watch all of the food get made right in front of us. Both the food and drinks had amazing presentation and tasted even better. read more

Fable Kitchen - Pick Me Up, Fresh Pressed - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I went with a friend last week and sat at the bar. Very cozy, friendly and intimate vibe, and staff are very welcoming. We ate the duck meatball with pasta as a shared appetizer. It was tasty, although I thought the meatball was a tad dry. We also shared the beet salad which was a nice variation on the theme. I had their pork belly special, which was delicious, but quite fatty - not much of the fat was rendered out, so I ended up cutting out more than half of it. But it was very very tasty. Overall, I really enjoyed my evening here and look forward to coming back with my husband whenever Omicron subsides and/or we get triple-vaxxed! read more

Fable Kitchen - Delicious pork belly special on the night I went. - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I was super excited to try the restaurant today as it has many reviews and also many friends' recommendations . My wife and I decided to go on Good Friday. When we went in we had high expectations due to the interior design was so artistic and the vibe was really nice to bring a nice date to. Let's talk about the experience. I have to rate the service 2/5 stars. It was a mess. 1) we called to book for a table and when we arrived and informed the server and got seated. after 10min the same server called and asked me if my wife and I still coming to dine at Fable. 2) it took a long time to grab waiter attention to order food 3) the food was delivered wrong. the waiter didn't find alternative solution and it was me telling the waiter its ok to bill us for the wrongly delivered dish since we start eating it. if it was at other restaurants they will take the price off the receipt. It's unfortunate to experience that as I had high expectations for the restaurant. Rating on Food: I would only rate 3/5. My wife had the ham benny and we rated 2/5 as it was soaked in Hollandaise sauce which made the muffin soggy and unpalatable. my wife didnt even finished it. Additionally, the wrongly delivered dish you received only added to the disappointment of your dining experience. I ordered the daily market benny which was the BLT benny and it was amazing. the only downside was the potatoes which was not seasoned at all. The BLT benny i would rate 5/5 but the overall dish 4/5 due to the potato. I would not come back again as the experience and the food was not worth my time. read more

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Came because they got the bib gourmand -- was pretty good brunch food, even better ambiance. Great alternative to what seemed to be much busier brunch spots on a Sunday morning but this place takes reservations. Fast service, amazing spin on brunch with farm to table food. read more

Fable Kitchen - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I had heard a lot of good things about this restaurant and liked its rustic decor. I was able to make reservations on OpenTable and seated with no issues. What became a little odd was as I was waiting for my 2 other friends, our server seemed to come by what seemed to be every 2 to 5 min asking if we wanted any appetizers or drinks to start. It wasn't until 3 of the 4 of our party was here that she curtly said, " Your table is booked only for an hour and a half." It may have been nicer to just mention this in the beginning rather than pace around our table. We ordered and got started, and in the end , we finished our meal and paid with time to spare. We went for the dine out menu, and I got the salt fish fritters, beef stiletto, and pear crumble. Salt fish fritters: very bready/ doughy with pieces of salty fish on the crust. The spicy sauce was just the right amount of heat to balance with the sweet vinaigrette that the salad came with. Beef stiletto: interesting miso hollandaise sauce that looked like it was piped but arrived at the table in 2 blobs on the plate. The side that looked like scalloped potatoes had the raw potato crunch and was a bit bland overall. Portion was decent for me, but my friends who got the ling cod said it was small. Pear crumble: pear was also on the crunchier side and a bit dry( despite being poached). The ic me cream was delightful, but the crumble was not very pleasing. Maybe a bit on the over toasted side? Maybe because it was vegan , not enough butter substitute used to have a rich soft taste. Not a very good way to end the meal, but I really enjoyed the atmosphere and would maybe try other things from their menu. read more

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Lemon Potatoes were Amazing! Ask for their in house hot sauce, it sure added the kick. I'm unsure about the wagyu steak, was a little chewy for med rare. Great experience overall. read more

The food is great. Service is excellent also. Nice atmosphere and great staff. This is what a night out should look like.

Fable is solid. Stellar food of excellent quality, great waiting staff, cozy-cool vibe. Farm to table goodness. This last time I went I had steak that was worth paying for, excellent cocktails were had , the beetroot tartare appt was small but yummy and the chef sent us a cool vegan risotto as an extra special for our table. Random act of kindness was awesome. Not super private to eat here but it's the city so that's part nod the life. Loved our waiter - you should try this place but it's not cheap - in value or price. You pay for what you get. read more

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This was an amazing dinner for 6 of us - 4 adults & 2 teen boys. We shared the Warm Kale Salad and Chickpea Fritters with the table. Watching my 15-year-old nephew get seconds and thirds of the kale salad warmed my heart. The food was so healthy and tasty. The chickpea fitters included a delicious pickled onion and mustard sauce, which made the dish. I would go back just for that! Three of us ordered the Ling Cod - fantastic!! Fresh, local, tender, great flavors & cooked just right. Short Ribs - OMG! Tender, melt in your mouth, soft & robust. Polenta was creamy & savory. Brussels sprouts - tiny, perfect, flavorful gems, cooked just enough. New York steak - flavorful, potato was tender, fell apart right away. Jam sauce was great, not too sweet. Dessert was lemon meringue parfait - absolute heaven. I don't think this restaurant could make anything less than delicious! The s'mores were incredible - the marshmallows were alright but the fudge was immense! The chocolate ice cream added to it. The graham cracker was crumbled, which added the right level of texture! Highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

Easily one of the best eats in vancouver. My friends and I had excellent service with a knowledgable and friendly server who was very accomodating and even made me a gin and tonic that was blue since its my favorite color despite it being an odd request The duck breast was by far the best duck I have eaten in vancouver. My dining guests agreed. The gnocci was a perfect level of chewy. Every cocktail we ordered and dinner item was superb. It was a relaxed dark lit environment perfect for a date. The food was well seasoned but not overly salty. Would recommend dining here again, cannot say enough good things. Portions were also very generous and will not leave you hungry if you get an entree and skip the appetizers read more

Fable Kitchen - Gin and tonic cucumber - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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