I always grab some salmon candy when I visit Vancouver. I decided to to buy some at Longliner Seafoods as I was already at Granville Island with family and I've never tried their fish before so I was looking forward to it. I would say that their salmon candy is wetter than the others I have had. It's a personal preference I think, but I like my salmon with a little more chew to it. My family enjoyed it though, as it was tender and not dry at all. There's a good maple flavor to the nuggets, but it didn't overwhelm the salmon flavor. Good balance of flavors. It's $8.80/100 g, a fair price given the base cost of salmon. You can eyeball it as each chunk of salmon coming out to be about a buck each. Definitely recommend picking up a small container to graze on as you walk the market. read more

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The woman working here was very nice and friendly. I tried the candied salmon. I enjoyed it. It was about $7 and probably 7 nuggets. So a $1 a bite. They taste good but I wouldn't get them gain. I'm glad I tried it cause it's unique to Vancouver read more

I had read a travel blog before my visit to Vancouver and they specifically called out Longliner Seafoods maple candied salmon nuggets at the Granville Public Market. I'm glad I read about this because I think it's pretty easy to miss when walking around the market and having the distraction of so many other vendors. I was at the market on a Sunday morning before a nearby water tour and I wasn't ready for the salmon, so I asked the young gentleman working behind the counter if he would likely still have the salmon nuggets after 3 PM because the market was very crowded and I could understand if they would sell out of some of their signature offerings. He told me with 100% confidence they absolutely would because it was one of their most popular items that they always keep in stock. I returned around 3:30pm and I did opt for the minimum purchase of 100 g which, as other reviewers have previously noted, came out to about $6 USD. I ate the whole serving with some other snacks I found around the market for lunch and I was very satisfied with the taste and portion size. The salmon nuggets were tender but not fatty or dry, as some types of salmon can be, and the maple flavor was distinct and prominent without being overwhelming or too sweet. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Maple candied salmon nuggets - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

02.11.26 @12:05pm Son wanna try the salmon candies. It taste weird to me and I don't like the texture of it. Not my cup of tea. read more

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I was searching everywhere for candied salmon, which is really having a moment on TikTok. I really enjoyed their candied nuggets, which were a very reasonable $8.60/100g. The salmon are cured with salt and brown sugar, smoked, and then glazed with maple syrup before getting smoked again. I thought they had a very sweet and sticky finish which made for an addictive bite. I also purchased the maple smoked salmon candy gift pack ($25) as a souvenir. The salmon is brined in maple syrup and cracked pepper, and gets vacuum sealed so no refrigeration is required (the nuggets need to be kept cold so they don't travel well). The gift pack was not as sweet as the nuggets and tasted more like traditional hot smoked salmon, which was a little disappointing. The staff are very helpful and experienced. read more

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tl;dr the salmon nuggets are a unique and surprisingly satisfying treat, but they aren't worth the price as an everyday eclectic When it comes to iconic food in British Columbia, a particularly eclectic offering is candied salmon. One of the most reputable dealers is Longliner Seafoods. Named after "longlining" (a traditional fishing method used to catch halibut), this multi-generational, family-run operation specializes in fresh and smoked seafood, including candied salmon. Longliner is one of countless vendors within the Granville Island Public Market. Briefly, this large converted warehouse is now home to plenty of restaurants, grocers, and specialty merchants. The Market is immediately adjacent to the marina and False Creek inlet, and the remainder of Granville Island is home to countless boutiques and art galleries. It feels like a contact sport to park on the island and find seating within the market. Within the market, the background color palette is industrial brown and grey, but many vendors add a flourish of color. Skylights shine down onto exposed rafters, and heavy-duty lighting fixtures hang from the soaring roof. No music is playing, but the metal walls echo with the din of chatter. Longliner's lightwood-finished stall has a cardinal, accent-lit rockfish logo. The back wall features numerous old and modern family photos. The long seafood display case is dominated by salmon and topped with an industrial scale and a variety of sauces. My partner and I arrived at the Market for weekday lunch, and it was moderately busy. We were already planning to order some candied salmon, but we were surprised to find 2 varieties: Smoked & Peppered and Maple Syrup Glazed. We both preferred the not-too-sweet former option (although the larger chunks were more unwieldy), but the distinctly maple-y latter variety was enjoyable in small bites. The staff were eager to help, and they were spot on in estimating weights. Salmon nuggets run just under $30 a pound (and the minimum order is 100g, or about $6). For a uniquely Canadian snack, Longliner's salmon nuggets are an adventurous option, but, for the price, I don't think I would incorporate them into my routine even if they were readily available. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Smoked & Peppered Salmon Nugget - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Located near the entrance of the Granville Island Public Market--Longliner's display of seafood was interesting, with a large variety. The candied salmon nuggets, while pricey, was a perfect snack to pick up. The balance of sweetness and saltiness was addicting. No samples, no wait on a Sunday at 2PM. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Maple Syrup Glazed Candy Salmon Nuggets - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Longliner Seafoods offers a variety of raw, cooked/smoked, and prepackaged seafood, and they're one of the more popular vendors at Granville Public Market. Don't let the mass of customers deter you; the staff fulfills orders quickly. If you'll be traveling with your purchase, they will even package your food with a frozen gel pack that will last 1-2 days. However, keep in mind the gel pack provided is more than 100 ml (3.4 oz) so it'll need to go into checked baggage if flying. I ordered the following: - Smoked and peppered candy salmon bites, $35 per lb or $7.70 per 100g - Double smoked sockeye salmon sticks, $40 per lb or $8.80 per 100 g - Salmon jerky, $45 per lb or $9.90 per 100 g The candy salmon bites were sweet and peppery, but not spicy, and the most moist of the three. The sockeye salmon stick was smokey and flaky, perfect to crumble on top of a simple salad. And the salmon jerky was smokey and salty; it was the driest/chewiest of the three, but still good texture compared to prepackaged/vacuum-sealed jerkies you get from a store. Overall I enjoyed all three and would recommend purchasing a variety of their smoked salmon from the display case so you can experience different flavor profiles and textures. I would pass on their prepackaged salmon because you may find them slightly cheaper elsewhere. read more

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Longliner Seafoods was an energetic market with fresh and smoked local seafood! Workers had a great sense of humor and creativity: Among the rows of gorgeous, fresh fish filets sat a row of Swedish Fish candies. Feeling adventurous, we tried the famous Maple Syrup Glazed Candy Salmon Nuggets: Smelled slightly fishy. Tasted smoky and sweet. This was a unique one-and-done kind of experience. read more

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The maple-fermented dried salmon tasted amazing, and I loved how the service was attentive, quick, and meticulous, really taking the customer into consideration. read more

It was interesting to taste the maple syrup glazed salmon. I think it's worth trying, but I wouldn't purchase a large amount as it is very sweet. The staff was friendly. I would recommend this spot to try the maple syrup glazed salmon. read more

Super tasty smoked salmon. They are a bit pricy but it was worth it. We tried garlic and honey salmon. I prefer the honey salmon but others in my party are split 50 50. read more

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No clue why this place is only 3.5 stars on Yelp.  I've come here a few times and both the food and service has been nothing but spectacular!  After seeing the candied salmon here, on a YouTube vlog, I bookmarked it for my next visit to Vancouver.  That was about 5 or 6 years ago.  And, I've been there about 5 or 6 times since seeing it (would've been more, if it wasn't for "the 'vid").  There are tons of great options at Granville Market, but this is definitely at the top of my list.  Who would've thought that maple syrup and smoked salmon would go together so perfectly?  Yes, it's a little pricey (about $15 for a small container), but it's not like I'm coming here one a week.  I usually bring a combination of both the small and large containers, back for myself, friends, and family, and they wrap it up for me (an ice pack is even included at no charge), so it's ready for the trip back to the Bay Area. While the candied salmon is my favorite here, I have also tried some of the other smoked salmons and they are also excellent.  I couldn't try their fresh seafood as my trips there are usually fairly short. Make it a stop on your next trip! read more

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Definitely one of the busier joints in the Granville Market and had a big line on Saturday at lunch time. Came back later and no wait. Lots of smoked fish selections and of course a ton of salmon varieties. Solid flavors. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Candied salmon - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I saw online that one of the things to try at Granville Market is candied salmon. I wasn't sure if that's the same thing as jerk salmon but it sounded interesting enough to try. I thought they would package the salmon dry without refrigeration but its actually located with their other fresh seafood. I ordered the Maple Syrup Salmon and it was amazing, wow! The salmon itself is extremely tender and the sauce allowed the outsides to have a slight caramelization that was not overly sweet but had a bit of a jerky texture. My only regret is not getting more of it. Overall, definitely a must try at Granville Market and I seriously cannot recommend it more. I can't wait to go back to get more of these candied salmon. read more

Update: After additional effort, Longliner softened its position and agreed to credit me for the purchase price of the salmon with which I was unhappy. The fish I purchased with my credit was excellent. I forgive Longliner, appreciate that I was finally accommodated, and consider myself a customer again. Tip: Longliner's farm raised salmon is absolutely fantastic. It comes from Creative Salmon on Vancouver Island. It's organic and the flavour is amazing. read more

Came here for their candied salmon. The guy helping us was very knowledgeable about the process and why it needs refrigeration. Unfortunately, we could only able to buy enough to consume in two days because it would not keep until our vacation was over. If you're craving for candied salmon I highly recommend this place! It's so yummy! read more

Food is good. Salmon is most popular dish to order. Service was alright, not great, not horrible honestly. read more

One of the iconic stores on Granville Island, busy as always, I always come here for top rate fresh seafood for special occasions' recipes! Never fail to have the best ingredients and especially seafood, you have to get the best! Staffs here are always helpful and very friendly. This time around I will be making a Crab Meat Salad with Avocados, Cherry Tomatoes with a Creamy Cilantro Dressing... Thanks for being here for all these years! read more

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We loved the smoke fish. The albacore was my favorite. A local recommended the pepper salmon and that was good too. read more

Longliner Seafoods - We are the smoke fish with a side of rice! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Would I come back? This is one of the many places that is located in Granville Market. I saw on Pinterest that candied salmon is a must try when you are in Canada. I came here, tried it and it is not for me. For about $7 USD/100 grams, you get about 8 pieces. The candied salmon is basically salmon jerky that has been marinated in maple syrup. It has the taste of the salmon, texture of jerky and a little sweetness from the maple syrup. Your fingers get sticky from eating this so be sure to get some napkins. They have two types that you can choose from. One is in cubes and the other is in strips. This place is good to try but sorry I am not a fan... I wish that they would allow you to buy 1 or 2 pieces because I ended up throwing the rest away. I'm sure they allow you to sample one piece but I think it would be weird to not buy anything after considering the price of the salmon. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Candied salmon - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is a great seafood market located inside the amazing Granville Market on Granville Island. I had their Salmon Jerky, Salmon Candy and Maple Salmon while I wanted to eat more of their items there were just so many delicious things to eat in the market I had to unfortunately limit myself. Overall this is definitely a place you want to visit and at a minimum sample the amazing salmon options and if you have room some of the rest of their fantastic seafood. read more

Longliner Seafoods - Salmon Jerky, Salmon Candy, Maple Salmon - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is a very interesting seafood place located in the back of the Granville Market in a corner. It has a lot of history. The Moorehead family has owned this business for a very long time and they are one of the original tenants at the Granville Public Market. The family takes a lot of pride in what they do. Longliner had a lot of different seafood options. You can safely ship seafood home or they have containers that are airline approved to take home that fresh seafood. They have every type of seafood you can imagine and maybe even one or two you have never seen. I ordered a cup of lobster meat. It was a nice size and fairly priced I thought. The lobster meat was very good but not the best I've ever tasted. It was a little too chewy for my liking but I still enjoyed it. Their candied salmon is a popular item but I was not in the mood for salmon at that point. It did look very tasty. If I am ever at this market again, I would stop by here and try the candied salmon. read more

Been here twice now and I've gotten their Lemon Pepper Smoked Salmon both times and the salmon from both visits were very high quality and absolutely delicious! If you love salmon you must try those fillets. I've also had their smaller salmon strips which were good but a little tougher than the lemon pepper smoked salmon. And their candied maple salmon bites are a great sweet treat! Just very.. maple-y. Good for splitting as you walk around Granville but if you're looking for a more substantial meal I have to recommend those lemon pepper fillets! read more

Longliner Seafoods - Two Lemon Pepper Smoked Salmon Fillets (four pieces are usually around 1lb) - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Just the maple candied salmon! This is a quick must do when you're on Granville Island. I wasn't sure but thought the price made it worth a try. And... yes it was! One bite and then another, you're hooked! read more

ABSOLUTELY MUST TRY THEIR CANDIED SALMON. Expensive at $6.60/100g but so yummy and I can guarantee that you've never had anything like it. I've come here regularly to pick up their Maple Glazed Candied Salmon and their Sockeye Candied Salmon Strips. The Maple glazed salmon was tender and had the hint of sweet maple syrup throughout. The Smoked Sockeye Strips were firmer and had more chew to it. It had a robust smokey BBQ flavour. If you order less than 200g, they'll most likely scoop the candied salmon pieces into a plastic bag. Or else 200g and above orders will be placed in a small plastic tub which is great for travelling and will prevent the salmon pieces from getting broken apart. Whenever I'm at Granville island, I always stop here to pick up these favourites. It's a perfect marriage of salty and sweet. I'll look forward to trying some of their other flavours & fish as well ! read more

Longliner Seafoods - Candied Salmon $6.60/100g - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Their fish is so fresh and so good! The salmon jerky is out of this world. i also like the smoke salmon is good, the maple glazed salmon os also delicious. They don't allow samples however if you ask they'll gladly provide information on how a specific item tastes. Whenever I go to Vancouver I like to go to the Granville Island market and get some yummy salmon jerky. I had my 1st salmon jerky here and I have been craving it since. Last time I bought 2 lbs of it hahaha. I hope they have a website where I can order outside of canada. I really love this place read more

We tried various candied salmon here. Overall, the salmon was mediocre and a little expensive for how much you received. I would just recommend trying a piece of each one and decide if you like it before purchasing more. I really like salmon but wasn't a huge fan of the taste. read more

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Going for a healthier snack option, got my ready-to-eat seafood fix from Longliner Seafoods. Smoked Mackerel for savoury and Maple Syrup Glazed Salmon Nuggets for sweet craving. Both fish are of good quality, texture and flavour are on point, one can tell great care has been poured over these creations by tasting them. The seafood selection is vast, the fish is stacked neatly, the display looks clean and pleasant. This shop is a great stop for quality seafoods at Granville Market. read more

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Is there really a difference in the quality of seafood? OH YES! I originally bought a pack of smoked salmon from Longliner and the day of the party, realizing I didn't have enough, I ended up buying 1 more pack at Costco. If I didn't eat the Longliner one first, I don't think I could have really tasted the difference. They were both great, but the Longliner package was 10 times better. I also tried their caviar which was mindblowing! I couldn't afford the $350 jar... yes you read correctly, - $350! I ended up buying the $20 jar and enjoyed it with a small shot of vodka. If it weren't for the prices, I'd eat like a Queen everyday! read more

This place is super-racist. I am Asian and I was the only one standing at the counter, but the clerks were chatting in the back. There was an Asian woman kind of cleaning up the counters. She turned around and told the clerks that there was a customer. A white, female clerk turned around and saw me. Just then a white customer walked up to the counter. So the WHITE clerk went ahead and served the WHITE customer first even though the WHITE clerk knew that I was there first. The Asian woman cleaning the counters saw what happened and I guess she felt bad so she went ahead and served me, even though it wasn't really her job to do so. I guess Asian customers can only be served by the Asian clerks at this racist place. Not to mention, I got the Maple Candied Salmon - about 100 grams. Only one piece had syrup on it. The rest was just plain salmon. Needless to say, I'll never go back to this racist rip-off establishment. If you are WHITE, you will get great service. Otherwise, if you are not white, I advise you to stay away. Read the review below by Ariel C. and you will see what I mean. read more

I would give it zero stars if I could. I visited Longliner Seafood Ltd around 5pm on Saturday, February 10th. I was hoping to buy some salmon jerky and had waited nearby for a customer in front of me to finish her purchase. I watched the salesclerk offer samples of different salmon jerky to the customer until she made her decision. As I approached the counter and asked the same salesclerk for a sample of the one type of salmon jerky that I had hoped to purchase, the clerk responded "We don't give out samples." I was in disbelief. The clerk told me this straight to my face while the previous customer was still standing beside me. I responding by saying "I just saw you giving this lady different samples with my own eyes!" The clerk did not respond and ignored me. I then walked away in shock and without making anymore comments as I did not wish to cause a scene. Maybe it was because it was getting close to the end of the day and the clerk was tired or maybe it was a racist thing because I'm Asian and the other customer was Caucasian. But, what I cannot abide is the how brazen the lie was. I mean I was right there! If this is how Longliner's staff treats its customers then I shudder to think how they run their operations in general. read more

Super nice staff, favorite were the maple candied salmon and the salmon sticks, highly recommend. Maple candied salmon had excellent texture, taste and could be eaten by itself. Perfect for picnics, hiking and packed lunches. Also got the normal candied salmon and the lemon pepper, honestly they did not float my boat though read more

You will not believe this experience. My wife and I were having a beautiful day biking the seawall. Near the end we decided to stop at Granville Island to get some Halibut for dinner. We went to Longliner and asked a lady by the name of Betty for a peice just enough for the two of us. The cut we wanted she refused to cut in half, no idea why. She then picked a huge peice and cut that for us. Slapping over a pound of Halibut on the scale (it was monstrous in size) and declaring it would be $48. My wife and I looked at each other and both thought it was ridiculous from the size to the price as we went to ask for it to be smaller Betty chucked it back in the display case said "Goodbye" and walked away. When confronting her she said she was all done with us and whispered something to her co worker. If Betty and Longliner want to charge $48 for a piece of Halibut that's fine. But a specialty shop should have specialty service and this was about the worst customer service Ive encountered. Perhaps Betty has worked there too long. Whatever her problem is I will never return and tell everyone I know to go elsewhere. There are other much better fish places on Granville Island that will suit your needs. read more

Maybe 4 giant scallops for $6.30 was a bit of a splurge for my fresh linguine pasta? But after two minutes of high heat searing, I knew I had made the right choice. Sweet and tender. Perfection! When I am in need of quality shell fish with little time to search, Longliner is always a fail safe source for me. The staff seem to be a happy bunch and are always helpful with suggestions on how to prepare your catch. Halibut is available here nine months out of the year, and they have local sardines here in the summer sometimes. I haven't the foggiest idea what to do with a whole sardine, but I am definitely game for a new menu challenge soon. read more

Tried the poke - it literally melts in your mouth. The sizes are varied and while a bit expensive - $6 per flavorful container - the need for more is minimized. The diversity of offerings is clear at the Market but didn't get a chance to sample anything else. read more

Very Annoyed that I was charged per 100g price for lobster, crab, two scallops and two Tiger prawns (ordered 50g) each. If I am buying 50g of product I should be charged for 50g not 100g! If Longliner has a 100g minimum charge they should state it up front . Some people don't have families and can't order large amounts of seafood. You need to cater and respect those who order small portions and not over charge them for it. The scallops were good but I will take my business elsewhere next time read more

Longliner Seafoods is more than happy to give you an endless reservoir of culinary inspiration with a fantastically fresh seafood selection, ranging from salmon to prawns, scallops to oysters. If your skills in the kitchen leave something to be desired or you just want an easy, delicious, quick meal, Longliner has taken the guess work out with frozen seafood lasagnas in salmon, halibut or prawn and scallop. Longliner also has ready-to-travel packaged smoked salmon, should you want to take some home with you. read more

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Loved this place. Found the staff I dealt with super helpful. He showed me what x grams looked like visually as well as making recommendations for how long the product will keep and how to transport. Highly recommend the double smoked salmon. Will definitely return when in the area. read more

Longliner Seafoods - So many flavours of salmon to choose from. Next time going to try them all. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Longliner ended up being our choice for buying our Thanksgiving ahi tuna. The staff was helpful and the fishmonger custom-cut the tuna pieces into steaks. A nice touch. The price were comparable to the other places we'd looked for fresh seafood (although now, I'd go to Meinhardt for the tuna instead...it's gorgeous there.) The other fresh fish selections looked plentiful and well-tended. As this spot is on the doorstep of the Fishermen's Wharf, it's perfectly position to get the best off the boat. read more