Price/quality (4/4): I've been here twice, once for Dine Out and once before that, and I was impressed both times. The food was very tasty and honestly reflective of the chef's award-winning status. Service (1/1): Service was impressive. The meal outside of Dine Out season was quite an experience--there was a wine pairing that was served in a dark, opaque glass, which forced me to use my nose and taste buds to try and figure out what wine it was. Ambiance: The ambiance was elegant and quite suitable for the meal. Would I come here again: Yes read more

Five Sails Restaurant - Filet Mignon - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I haven't been to Five Sails Restaurant since it was taken over by the Glowbal Group back in 2020. My wife and I went for special group celebration. It was so long ago that I last went, I don't remember what the placed looked like. But what I do remember was the fantastic views over the water and immediate surroundings, and that continues to be a big draw. We had a private corner of the restaurant for the event, and were given a group menu. I ended up trying the Hand Cut Beef Tartare, Burrata Cheese, Sablefish and Beef Tenderloin, and I have the same comment for each of them - all classically prepared focusing on simple ingredients, simple preparation and nicely plated. These dishes are timeless, and I feel that these are same fine-dining dishes that have existed i. high end restaurants in Vancouver from 30 years ago. That's not a bad thing, because they will always please the palate, but in the same vein, not as memorable either. It was actually the desserts that stood out for me, because they were less traditional and more of a surprise. Service was spot-on. We had a dedicated server for our table and she was attentive, friendly and professional. She was everything you would want in fine-dining restaurant. Overall a nice meal. I don't think you can have a bad meal here, but haven eaten at a lot of fine-dining restaurants , I know the dishes won't stand out in my memory either. But the view will, and that's the main reason one would go here. read more

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Five Sails Restaurant | 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC The weather was perfect this Christmas Eve--a great start to a wonderful evening! Five Sails has hosted this annual buffet for at least 35 years (please correct me if my memory is off, as it has been a long time!). The food continues to maintain an impressive standard, balancing high quality with satisfying portions. As I enjoyed the meal, I found myself wondering about the business side of things: how do they make a one-day buffet profitable? It seems even more difficult to manage than a year-round operation, which is likely why it is so hard to find high-end buffets in the market today--let alone within restaurant chains. From an investor's perspective, the heart of the business lies in controlling costs while managing food quality and waste. Planning for a single-day event like this is as complex as a year-long forecast. It clearly requires the kind of long-term expertise Five Sails has built over the decades. Most importantly, the food was just as delicious as I remembered! read more

Five Sails Restaurant - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Five Sails changes their menu completely by their Head Chef Alex Kim, Top Chef winner of 2025. They are pleasantly surprised. Reservation requires a deposit to avoid no show. As we walked in the restaurant we were greeted by the host and take us to our usual table. The new restaurant manager Ellie also came to greet us at our table with explanations and introductions to their new menu. Overall the dishes are prepared with great attention to detail and gastronomy. They are well presented and pleasing to the eyes! I asked for low sodium diet and they have noted to offer in our future visits. There are some minor servicing details where the restaurant manager demonstrates the eagerness to listen and continue to improve and enhance the dinning experience. The restaurant decor is elegant and refined. The background music could be a little bit softer and I personally prefer music to songs. Overall we thoroughly enjoy tonight's dinning experience and have made an upcoming reservation to celebrate my birthday next month. This restaurant is definitely back to our to-go lists in celebration. read more

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Dinner at Five Sails was amazing...The food, cocktails and service were all unique and delicious. The staff consistently made us feel welcome and took care of every detail. The presentation was exceptional and the connection between the food and the region was thoughtfully shared making the dinner even more fun. read more

Service 5 stars Food 5 stars Ambiance 4 stars Amazing food. Gracious service led by by Martina. Amazing chef and staff! Highly recommend. The structure of the room has large posts, which distract from the wonderful view of the waters and activities outside the ceiling-to-floor wall of windows. read more

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I wanted to Celebrate my Partners Birthday here. From the moment we walked in. We were greeted by the wonderful Host. The Manager Ellie and the Sommelier Sara greeted us and welcomed us to our table. Great Start to a wonderful experience. Jesse took care of us the whole time. He recommended the Sea Bass which was divine. Annika, Ofelia, and Remi were very knowledgeable and explained the dishes as they brought them out. Antonio the Bartender and his creation on the cocktails. Great cocktails. Chef Alex Kim menu this fall season is wonderful. I always recommend people go to Five Sail. Five Sails deserves a Michelin Star!!! Thank you everyone at Five Sails for the Amazing Experience!!! read more

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Booked Five Sails for last Saturday evening to celebrate my friend's birthday. As she loves a tasting menu, she selected the menu from here. We parked underneath the Pan Pacific Hotel/Convention Centre and it cost $9 for the entire evening. Pretty good for a prime downtown location, I was expecting around $20. We got to the restaurant approximately 20 minutes early but they were able to accommodate us. Windows seats with the beautiful water and mountains views are on a first come first serve basis so we lucked out. The restaurant is elegant and cozy and our experience started with the hostess taking our coats and asking how we were in a genuine manner. Our server introduced herself quickly and brought us a bottle of sparkling water for my friend and still water for myself. We decided on the 5 course tasting menu for $120/person and the Birthday girl decided to add on the extra $89 wine pairings. 20% gratituty is added automatically to the tasting menu, which I thought was more than fair especially with the high level of service we received with multiple staff serving us. We were served a complimentary truffle steamed egg amuse buche that was cute and tasty. A small brioche bread was served warm and flakes for us to also share. First course was the Hamachi credo. This was served cold and was fresh, delicate, and gave us summer vibes. Quite tasty and refreshing! Second course was the poached oysters. We got two small oysters in a beautifully delicate tarragon vin blanc sauce that had us dipping the brioche bread to soak up the auromatic flavours. Small portion but was delightful. Third course was the seared Hakkaido scallops. These were perfectly cooked and also served in a delicious sauce. We ended ordering an extra brioche bread to share ($10) to dip and enjoy the sauce from this dish as well. Finally, the main entree was a local fraser valley dry aged duck breast topped with foie gras. Duck was wonderfully seared with a crispy skin on top and the foie gras was *chef's kiss*. My only complaint is there wasn't more of it as the duck breast was only a strip and didn't completely filled me as the main entree. The final course was dessert - a Walnut cake topped with toffee ice cream and cream filling. This was light and not overly sweet. My friend enjoyed this with an expresso while I enjoyed it with a pot of Jasmine green tea. To top it off, they provided a complimentary honeycomb cake dessert with a candle and champagne to celebrate my friend's birthday - a beautiful touch! My friend quite enjoyed all her wine pairings although half the staff who poured the wines seemed to have little to no knowledge of the wines they were pouring. For the type of venue and price point, plus the fact that they have an in house sommelier and bar tender, we kinda expected more. I did enjoy my Yuzu mocktail and appreciate that they offered several mocktails and said they could even put together a mocktail pairings for the tasting menu if I wanted to. For two tasting menus ($120 each), one wine pairings ($89), extra brioche ($10), Yuzu mocktail ($12), bottle of Sparkling water, espresso, Jasmine green tea, and automatic 20% gratituty, it came out to be $452.10 for two. Quite easily the most expensive dinner I've bought to date but it was an experience and my friend loved it. read more

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We came for afternoon tea to celebrate my friends birthday We ordered the weekday afternoon tea. They start with some complimentary bread. Everything on the menu was actually pretty good. My favourite was the fried ham and cheese french toast. The sweets weren't too sweet and the portion was pretty good for the price The beautiful view was also perfect for the occasion Service wasn't overly attentive and was prompt. They didn't refill our tea very often but other than that it was pretty good read more

Five Sails Restaurant - Weekday afternoon tea - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Enjoyed our afternoon tea here with a fantastic view of the bay and 5 sails! Loved the brioche with fresh butter and compote. Also enjoyed the tea sandwiches. The jelly cup was refreshing as well. Didn't like the sesame muffin too much. read more

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Beautiful bar with friendly staff inside the Pan Pacific hotel. Lovely spot to relax and look out over the harbor after a day of touring around the city. Creative drink menu. The Mist, a signature cocktail, was a little sweet for me, but it was so beautiful, garnished with flowers and glitter, served with a misty-smoke, I drank it anyway. Staff was fabulous and shared great tips for places to visit during our visit. Recommend. read more

Five Sails Restaurant - The Mist - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Whenever I've come to Vancouver, I've stayed at the Pan Pacific Hotel and dined at their Five Sails restaurant on the final evening of my stay. This year was no exception but this time I was accompanied by my sister-in-law (SIL). I brought a bottle of wine with me, a 2015 Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou from St. Julien that I purchased aboard the Koningsdam two days earlier. Five Sails has a $65 corkage fee if they don't have that wine in their cellar. This is one of my favorite wines and the sommelier was very gracious and opened it with flair and panache. We chose seared foie gras ($34) and burrata ($26) as our appetizers and the duck three ways ($56) and the halibut ($49) as our entrees. Crispy fingerlings were our accompaniment. The wine did not disappoint; it is one of my favorite wines from St. Julien, so smooth and seductive, smoky, black fruit with a great finish. My SIL was impressed with the wine; she thought it was fabulous. If I see foie gras on the menu, I order it. It was fine and came with a large milk bread roll and decorated with pieces of apricot. The burrata was a beautiful presentation of cheese surrounded by sungold tomatoes, strawberries and decorated with basil and pickled pistachio with a Modena balsamic. It was one of the best versions of this dish in memory. The Haida Gwaii halibut was herb crusted with a citrus dashi foam hiding roasted mushrooms and a tea butter fondue. The star of the evening was my Fraser Valley Duck, a seared duck breast, a confit leg and a large piece of foie gras. I can never have too much foie gras. The sauce was an orange Madeira jus. SIL saw fingerling potatoes and had to order it. This was like a poutine as crispy pieces of fingerling potatoes were topped with caramelized onion, Tete de Moine cheese and some pieces of braised short rib. It was a very good accompaniment. We were too full for dessert, so I ended the meal with an Americano ($7). Five Sails did not disappoint; I've been coming here since 2003, and it remains consistently good. Good views, good food ... Recommended! read more

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We came for their Dine Out Vancouver menu. The food was superb and the service was amazing. Thanks for the wonderful dining experience. read more

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Elegant and sophisticated. One of the most beautiful restaurants in Vancouver, elevated views of the harbor. Chef Alex is creating truly memorable dishes and world class cuisine. Wine pairings are sublime. read more

Loved the amuse bouche they served us it was so delectable. The gnocchi was lackluster i was so disappointed, the texture was like playdoh. However, the sailfish and lamb was much better, and the service made up for the bad gnocchi. read more

This is one of the best high tea experiences we've ever had. It feels on par with the Empress high tea. While the Empress offers a more traditional approach, this one stands out with its modern twist. I love how they keep it seasonal. The Fall-themed high tea we had today was delightful. The service was excellent, polite, attentive, and thoughtful. And the view? Absolutely unbeatable. It wasn't very busy during Sunday lunchtime, but I highly recommend making a reservation to snag a table with a view. A truly memorable experience! read more

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What an absolute delight to dine here. The view is gorgeous as we got lucky with the weather. It didn't rain despite the forecast. It turned out clear and sunny. We made reservations weeks in advance as there were 5 of us. Only one bigger table by the window so book early. The other tables by the window were for 2-4 people. Service was pretty good despite some mishaps ~ dropping of cutlery, mistakes in the bill. The staff were very genuine and affable. I love how the menu is so different from the typical chain restaurants. Using local produce and protein, you get to try what the province offers. We got started with the complimentary amuse bouche. It was an egg custard with fried onions and ikura, essentially a chawanmushi. Unexpected but good. The bread was warm, fluffy and soft. The butter was whipped to an airy light texture and it went so well with the bread that I had 3 pieces in the end. The entire basket! The staff kept bringing us the bread without us asking. Maybe also because it did take a while for our entrees to be served. The presentation for everything was carefully thought of. They paid attention to details. So you also got to eat with your eyes. My friend had the brown cow and it was the prettiest brown cow I ever seen. Served in a crystal cut glass, the cocktail had a slice of dried orange on it. My iced tea was house-made using Earl grey tea and lemon. Very refreshing. All of us enjoyed our mains. - Haida Gwaii halibut (it was served with herb tea beurre fondue, custardy foam and roasted mushrooms) - Peace River Lamb (served with roasted sweetbread and lamb sausage tartlet, sweet peas and lemon mint) - Fraser Valley Duck (served with foie gras and confit, asparagus, Parisienne gnocchi, orange and Madeira jus) The duck was delicious! It didn't look like a huge portion but I was full about 3/4 through and had to struggle to finish the last 2-3 slices of duck. The foie gras was Yums! We also shared scallops which was cooked perfect. It was sweet and tender. The desserts were not the usual chocolate layer or lava cake, cheesecake, carrot cake or apple pie etc. The desserts were an art. Beautifully presented. If you like to post to the gram, get the Apple. It was Instagram friendly. Get ready to do a video. Sadly I didn't realize it was something unexpected. The Apple was in a glass lid filled with smoke, so you would see the smoke escaping once the lid was taken off. Quite cool. The dessert was in the shape of an apple too. We also had Honey (recipe from the pastry chef's Ukrainian grandma) which looked amazing. Raspberry vanilla tart was a seasonal (Spring) item. The Grand Marnier soufflé required 35-40 mins prep, so order early. I was too stuffed and so had the trio of ice cream and sorbet. Again, not the typical flavors of vanilla, strawberry and chocolate. I had the brown butter and chocolate ice cream with a tropical sorbet. That was so refreshing with a mixture of fruits (coconut, banana, mango and Passionfruit). Then we were surprised with a sweet ending from the restaurant. We were given mignardise of chocolate truffle and a citrus jelly. This is a place I'll want to come back again. They also have afternoon tea on weekends. Reservations highly recommended. read more

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Beautiful experience and the views cannot be beat! The food was delicious but be prepared to spend some money. They served bread and a foie gras mousse as an appetizer which was a nice touch and on point. The service was stellar, we felt very attended to. When I return I would like to try the chef's tasting menu as well as make sure I catch sunset. Did I mention the view? read more

Five Sails Restaurant - Poached lobster tail with salon roe. - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

It was my first time at Five Sails, went here for my partner's birthday and I couldn't have made a better choice! When I made the booking I had told them that we are there to celebrate his birthday. They were kind enough to provide us with a birthday cake on the house as well as a glass of wine for my partner!! Definitely made it a special day for him. :) We got a seat on the couch that directly faced the waterfront!! Unfortunately, it was a rainy day so the sunset wasn't as good but we still enjoyed the beautiful view. We were welcomed a chef's special amuse bouche which were delicious!! I was also a fan of their presentation. They also served us warm bread and butter. Our server recommended a sweet white wine for us that we thoroughly enjoyed. It paired well with our risotto which was delicious! Couldn't get enough of it! We got their Burrata as an appetizer but was a bit disappointed. There were too many flavours in that small dish which according to me, did not blend too well. Overall, 5/5 experience and would definitely return again! read more

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There are things I absolutely LOVED about this restaurant, and then there are things that caused me to scratch my head and wonder. Overall, I had to give it 5 stars for the view, which is spectacular and the food, which was amazing. Once we sat down, we ordered our cocktails, and it took at least 25 minutes to receive them with only 3 other tables occupied in the restaurant at that time. That set the stage for the service throughout the meal. We had at least 4 different servers, and at one point, our drinks were served to another table. For the caliber of this restaurant, the service was disappointing. However, it did give us more time to enjoy the beautiful views. The other surprising thing is that there were no salads on the menu- a disappoitment. However, their bread service was fresh and warm, served with whipped butter and olive oil. The amousse bouche was a salmon pudding - delicious. Our main courses were the halibut and lobster - out of this world amazing! And the Honey cake had a combination of flavors and textures for the perfect savory and sweet ending to a great meal. Usually restaurants with fabulous views rely on that one differentiator to carry them. However, five sails really delivers on the quality of the food as well. read more

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Exquisite fine dining experience when we visited Vancouver. We stayed at the Pan Pacific & the restaurant is located in the hotel with sweeping water views. The 4 course meal we ordered was amazing. Service was top notch & the apple dessert was the best. read more

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High Tea Review: great service! Very attentive, kind, and helpful. Excellent high tea food selection, but very limited tea selection. The Pantone Color of the Year and Earl Grey with lavender were excellent teas! The Pantone was a blue color! It brought out my inner child. ALL of the sandwiches were delicious, and there was a good variety of items. The dessert options were also VERY tasty and they added an additional macaroon for Easter! This was the BEST high tea service I tried in Vancouver. The ONLY aspect of this tea experience that is disappointing is the ambience. It's modern; not traditional. The tea sets are very plain. There is club music in the background. It just doesn't have the "high tea" ambience. There is a BEAUTIFUL view of the water. It is truly the food, tea, and staff that you should go for in terms of the high tea. read more

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Great views, amazing service, and delicious food! We booked a private room for a celebration and it was just perfect. Service was impeccable. The service here tops any other high end restaurant. It's located inside the convention center - all the way to the top of the building. read more

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Had a good experience here. This was one of the few places where I celebrated my birthday. The service was good and they offered free coat check. The ambiance is amazing and the view is stunning! Great place for celebrating and date night. The food was tasty. We had a complimentary amuse bouche, then we had our main course. Portion sizes were decent. The staff was very sweet and gave me a complimentary dessert for my birthday I will probably come back. It was one of the better glowbal restaurants. read more

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We had a hard time finding this place as it was "inside of an inside place" which was located "upstairs of an upstairs." Well, we got there as soon as we arrived in Vancouver so maybe our sense of direction was a little off. Once we got there, hosts were very nice and took our coats and seated us right away. We ordered the five course tasting menu with the wine pairings. The food was flavorful & gorgeous and the wine pairing enhanced it even more! Everything was great. Beautiful location, delicious food, and great service. You really can't go wrong with this place. read more

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This was an amazing restaurant the food was amazing like nothing I have had before the servers did everything to make our experience the best and the restaurant was really pretty and decorated read more

Walking in, it felt like we were in a standard banquet room. Not the nicest atmosphere, but the view is lovely. Service was very good. We were seated at a sweetheart table facing the water, which was cute, although you're also facing other tables. I'd recommend requesting a table at the window. Presentation of the cocktails were quite nice and creative. Food was good. We came here for an anniversary dinner, I expected a little more. We enjoyed our experience, but we had more memorable experiences at other restaurants in Vancouver. read more

This is a wonderful restaurant with fabulous views of the Harbour. The service is definitely first class, but lacks personality. I felt like the staff were just going through the motions. The food was delicious, and everyone at our table loved their meals. But my halibut was a little on the dry side, and the sauce was runny. The garden salad was excellent, but my side of peas and mushrooms had very few peas. I love mushrooms, but this was a bit much. For the price of the meals, I expect perfection, and experience didn't quite meet that standard. read more

We made a reservation on the website. It is also recommended. The restaurant had a beautiful view at night. Service was fantastic. I did not think it was "stuffy." I like to dine at different fine dining and Michelin restaurants so yeah this isn't what you call stuffy. We went awhile ago so I'm not going to post pictures of what I ordered since it's not on the current menu. I did order foie gras and king lobster for appetizer, grand marnier duck breast, and a chocolate symphony dessert. I will post pictures of the amuse bouche and sorbets and fruits dessert. Everything that I was very palatable and by the end I was full. The portions for that I ordered were sufficient. We found parking nearby. read more

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We came from Seattle to celebrate my birthday. Five sails was the best choice for my birthday dinner. I couldn't ask for better service, view or food. Everything was up to perfection. I also want to thank Jordan for her amazing hospitality and service. She really made our dinner unforgettable. Also we appreciate recommendations from the menu and drinks. I loved watermelon sangria that was on their specialty menu. It was so refreshing especially during these hot days. We had table by the window and It was a little hot but once sun sat we had amazing view and we were able to open blinds to enjoy the beautiful view from Five sails. Appetizers Our appetizer selection was duck rillette which was absolutely mind blowing. It woke up our taste buds for more amazing dishes to come. I loved that it came with liver parfait and little crackers & strawberries to accompany the perfect flavors and little jelly cubes of broth. Mains For first time I tried Sablefish which is very light white fish filet cut. Amazingly paired with mini cucumber balls and light sauce. My husband took Sea Bass perfectly seared to the crisp with pesto sauce and fennel. We also shared truffle mashed potatoes that were melting in the mouth! I highly recommend, its a good portion that can be easily shared. I loved that portion sizes are very moderate and filling at the same time. I wasn't overwhelmed with the food but flavors were perfectly balanced. Dessert I was debating between pear and soufflé. I really wanted to try a good soufflé because I had not so good experience in the past. And their soufflé is a must try! It comes with mixed berry sorbet. People come here specially for the soufflé. Very talented culinary & restaurant team. Everything is exceptional from beginning to finish. We will recommend this place to all our friends & family and we can't wait to come back!p read more

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A Fabulous Experience I want to do again! I had the tasting menu and Whispering Angel Rose 2022, paired great with the oysters! Everything was delicious and the service was the best you could ask for, not to mention the Beautiful Views. Planning to come back on my next trip through Vancouver. read more

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The views are spectacular, the food phenomenal and the service extraordinary. We arrived to the hotel after traveling all day and were quite hungry. Seeing the restaurant from the lobby, we decided to try it. I'm so glad we did! The chef took the time to make everything look and taste delicious. Save room for dessert because they are works of art! read more

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My name is Brian Hartlen. I am a personal chef, and a cook as well, so I am always looking for something special when I take my girlfriend out for a date. Five Sails was definitely one of the nicest restaurants I've been to yet in Vancouver, alongside Riley's and Italian Kitchen. The servers were top tier, top notch pro's, very friendly, but not annoying, making my girlfriend Tamara and I feel like friends, or family even, feeling very much at Home. The there was the food. We had the Amuse, with was a delicate, savory Custard and a truffle favored, lightly sweetened pastry. I, Brian, ordered the amazing Parmesan Gnocchi, which to my surprise was different than the 'Italian Kitchen's version of the classic Gnocchi dish. I savored and thoroughly enjoyed every single bite. Tamara had the sable fish plate. She just kept saying wow, wow, wowwwww! Thank you so much for treating her like gold. She was so happy after this experience. She also said that her mock cocktail was the best she'd ever had. The legendary apple dessert was something from a fantasy or a dream. Everything was absolutely beyond perfect, every detail, every word and bit of attention from the servers, and every dish was stunning and delicious. Thank you very much for helping make our seven month anniversary so special. Brian read more

We came here last year as we were going on a one-way cruise. it was an amazing experience so we had to come again. As we are going on a cruise again, we had the privilege of staying at the Pan Pacific Vancouver hotel, where the Five Sails restaurant is located, and therefore chose to come here again. We are from Las Vegas, Nevada, so we are used to incredibly high-end fine dining, which is very expensive. Five Sails could easily arrival the best restaurants in Las Vegas at a fraction of the price, so this place is a serious gem. To start with the appetizers, we got the scallops for the appetizer, which was incredibly delicious, with these delicious corn croquettes, as well as melon and fresh scallop. We also ordered the Foie Gras pate/terrine, and I will honestly say that it was just OK. We were a bit let down by this and it was the first dish ever the let us down at this restaurant. We would not order it again. It was also over $30 so for us it wasn't worth it at all. Prior to this, they brought a delicious small loaf of bread like a brioche that was absolutely delicious, as well as an amuse Bouche that was heavenly. For our main meals, we chose to order the chateaubriand for two people. We did order it medium rare, which was perfect. It comes with the most incredible side of mashed potato, fresh vegetables, and we also ordered some mushrooms with peas as a side dish, which was incredibly delicious. The whole dish was out of this world. The meat actually melted in your mouth. It was divine. We would easily order this dish again. It was not cheap at about $170 for two people, but the quality of the dish explains the reason for this and it was top-notch. Highly recommended. We were so full by this point, so we ordered one dessert to share. We ordered a soufflé with English cream with orange fusion. It was delicious! It came with the most wonderful ice cream side and it was a superb dessert. We did like the dessert shape like an apple, we had last year, a little better, but this was also very good. At the very beginning of the meal, I did order a cocktail fall to the mist. It was a gin-based drink and absolutely delicious. I've included pictures of how gorgeous this drink is. The service at this restaurant continues to be impeccable. I cannot say one bad thing. You ask for something, they are right there with it. It is not cheap, but it is well worth it and for the quality of food received, I believe it's very fair. We would easily come here a third time and a fourth and a fifth, and highly recommend it to anyone that would like to go there. The views from this restaurant are spectacular, and there's a reason it's one of the best in Vancouver. read more

Five Sails Restaurant - The Mist cocktail - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Best lobster bisque and squid ink pasta. A must-try if you're port/cruising in Vancouver! read more

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Known for offering an unparalleled experience, Five Sails is always the first place that comes to mind for upscale dining. During our most recent visit, we were seated at a table by the window with a spectacular view of the harbour and North Vancouver, watching seaplanes take off and land. From the very first taste of the amuse-bouche, it was clear that we were in for a truly delectable dining experience. Starting with the appetizers, we indulged in a selection that set a high standard for the meal. If you're a seafood lover, the oysters from Vancouver Island, though smaller in size, boasted freshness with a clean, briny taste. Five Sails also never disappoints with their scallops. Each scallop was seared to perfection, with a tender, buttery center that melted in our mouths. If you had to order just one appetizer, this would be the one to get! The lobster bisque was rich with a depth of flavour that was enhanced by the accompanying Dungeness crab croquette and claw meat salad. The only minor critique would be that the bisque could have been served a bit hotter. Next, we moved on to the sides, ordering three to share. Each one brought an additional depth of flavour to the table. The Grilled Asparagus, with its slightly smoky and charred exterior, was tender yet still firm. The Mushroom & Peas was an unexpected pleasant surprise, delivering a harmonious blend of earthy, savoury, and slightly nutty flavours, thanks to the medley of mushrooms. Lastly, the Pan-Seared Foie Gras struck the perfect balance between rich and buttery, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that was pure indulgence. As much as I loved the Pan-Seared Foie Gras, we all agreed that the Mushroom & Peas stood out as the most unique. If you're a mushroom lover, this side is a must-try! When it came to the main courses, these dishes truly stole the show, each showcasing exceptional flavours and culinary artistry. The seared lamb loin was a standout, perfectly tender with a crispy exterior. Paired with a smooth, flavorful roasted aubergine puree and a unique courgette tartlet, this dish was both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Equally impressive was the Fraser Valley Duck. The duck breast was seared to perfection, boasting a crisp outer layer while remaining tender and juicy inside. The addition of foie gras and duck confit brought a luxurious depth to each bite, creating a truly indulgent experience. Every element of these dishes worked in harmony, resulting in memorable and deeply satisfying main courses. When it came to desserts, our three choices were truly a work of art. The Honey Cake is a classic staple that's been on the Five Sails menu for years. However, we found it a tad too sweet for our liking, and the texture was unexpectedly dense, leaving the cake on the drier side. On the contrary, the Okanagan Cherry Amaretto Tart dazzled with its complex flavour profile. The tart and mildly bitter notes from the amarena cherry reduction paired beautifully with the rich chocolate frangipane and the sweet amaretto ice cream. The perfectly flaky phyllo tart added a delightfully playful, light crunch. However, the star dessert of the evening was undoubtedly the Apple. Not only was it a stunning showpiece, but its taste was equally impressive. The apple and passion fruit compote was bursting with fresh flavours, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the sable breton, the creamy vanilla mousse, and the silky crème anglaise. It was a true delicacy that left us all in awe. Each dessert was a testament to the artistry and creativity of the pastry chef. Not only was the food delicious, but our non-alcoholic drinks were delightful and refreshing as well. Of the two, the White Grape Spritzer was our favourite, thanks to its light, subtly sweet taste and refreshing nature. On the other hand, the Tarragon Sour would likely appeal to those who enjoy a smooth, slightly tart drink with herbal notes. Both of these zero-proof cocktails were beautifully crafted and made the perfect accompaniment to the breathtaking views and delicious dishes. With incredible food, excellent service, and stunning views, our experiences at Five Sails have consistently exceeded expectations, and this latest visit was no exception. The service was attentive, friendly, and, above all, very professional. Every staff member we encountered was knowledgeable about the dishes and passionate about providing first-class service. The dining experience itself was also exquisite. Each dish was delicious, fresh, beautifully presented and packed with flavour; it was clear that every plate was carefully crafted using fresh, local ingredients. Our visit to Five Sails was exceptional once again, and it's clear why this award-winning restaurant continues to set the standard for fine dining. Instagram Reel: https://bit.ly/3YvKpxe read more

Five Sails Restaurant - Fraser Valley Duck - French Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

One the best fine dining experiences in the City. Great service and amazing meals. You can't go wrong here!

First time here. Invited by a friend. We had the weekend high tea. The food was superb. Lovely apricot scones. The great part of it is that we were not rushed and there was no time limit like other places so we were able to enjoy food and tea at a slower pace. Attentive and friendly service. Beautiful view. Very peaceful. read more

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It was a perfect dinner and celebration. Special thanks to very dedicated people who makes the difference and care so much, restaurant manager Lucy Factor and Kei Koarai. Food is excellent, soufflé is one of the best I've ever had, location, service, view. They iron tablecloth to make sure it's perfect. I would highly recommend to all my friends and definitely come back next time we visit Vancouver read more

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We RSVP'd about 2 weeks in advance and then received a call 2 days before telling us they weren't going to serve the chef's tasting dinner that night. I was so bummed. They then asked for payment for their halibut tasting. But I couldn't have halibut 5 different ways, so we settled for all carte. Be prepared to wait for your dishes if you do ala carte because if the other half of the dining room is doing the "chefs tasting" then the wait will be a little longer. They were sold out of a few things on their menu which was a bummer because we weren't able to get the full experience we wanted... but the food wasn't too bad. It was definitely a different dining experience from all the seafood we've been having on this trip. The meals were flavorful and displayed beautifully to compliment the chef's skill. read more

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