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The food was really good. The Happy Hour Menu was great. The Old fashioned Could be better. The service was fantastic, very attentive and accommodating. The Ambiance is relaxed and warm. If you are in Vancouver, definitely stop by
This is a great place to go but a few things to know a head of time. It's very dimly lit, it's also a limited menu. The drinks and apps were great but this is not what we were expecting. The staff was great and accommodating and kind. Definitely recommend if this is the type of place you are looking for.
Located across from the historic Gastown Steam clock, it's worth a visit. Elevated bar food with decent GF options. Solid happy hour menu (try their scotch egg which they are known for+ a nice fennel flavor) and on the regular menu, the chicken tenders were finger licking good. Drinks were tasty, as the clover club and espresso martini did not disappoint. Service was friendly, but were hesitant on substituting items (although were able too).
Scotch eggs were just pure bliss. Crunchy outside with a juicy inside. Egg is not overwhelming and folds itself in to the flavors perfectly. I also tried the pourhouse burger. It is pricy, but man oh man was it delectable. Juicy, medium rare, just a great great burger that is well worth the price. The crab cakes are small but a great way to start the meal. They are not fried, more of a cream texture. Vibrant crab flavor. Pro tip: tell your server to bring the food out as it's ready so you can space out each item nice and hot.
Great chill atmosphere. Very old building. We got the lunch special that comes with a burger, fries salad and a drink for 20 bucks not too bad. Friendly service . Check out this place when you're in town.
Ambiance: vibey with live music for a Sunday night Drink: Amaro Long Island ice tea - tasty with an after taste I can't quite put my finger on but overall pretty good and doesn't taste like a Saturday night binge Food: steak frites - got the steak medium rare, came out perfectly. The fries were amazing and abundant--couldn't finish them all in one sitting. Tried both the au jus sauce and peppercorn sauce and they were okay with the steak but overall I preferred the simple taste of the steak alone. The coarse salt on top was the only touch it needed Overall amazing meal and experience. Will definitely be back
Great vibes! Feels big due to the layout but it's actually a cozy nook. The cocktail menu and knowledge staff really elevate this place - vast array of drinks to choose from. Food menu is lean, but quality. Three burger options. A few salads. Snacks. Appy. Spaghetti. The burgers were EXCELLENT. My Gastown Double was melt in your mouth patty with delicious bacon and cheese. Overall, just a great vibe and a well run establishment. Solid date night / casual dinner spot.
I have loved Pourhouse for a long time, but as of late they're definitely not the same anymore. Their burgers are still great, especially the Pourhouse burger. The pork belly and whole grain mustard are a great touch, with a hefty pickle on the side for pickle-lovers like myself. However, the other menu items are not as remarkable. I ordered the fish and chips and it was probably the only time in my life I was served a fried fish on the dark side of brown--and it tasted like it too. The portobello burger that my vegetarian mother ordered, while I appreciate its inclusion to the menu for vegetarians, was also off the mark. I think the original allure of the restaurant for its upscale burger/pub vibe is a beautiful concept, but it's not executed as cleanly as I'd like.
We came in on a Friday night without reservations, and ended up getting a table right away. Great location in the Gastown neighborhood. The vibes here are exactly what I would expect from a Vancouver restaurant, dark and moody but comfortable and slightly upscale. We ordered cocktails and Bulls in a Blanket appetizer, which were delicious! The everything bagel seasoning and wagyu hotdog were a great combo. For dinner, I had the steak frites. Steak was cooked perfectly to order, and fries were crisp and seasoned well. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Service was a bit slow. It took about 8 minutes from the time we sat down until someone came over with water and to greet us. The food was delicious. I do wish the burger patty on the happy hour smash burger was a bit bigger to cover the entire surface of the bun but for $10 it wasn't a bad deal. The truffle tater tots were the highlight of the meal though! We sat outside on their patio which overlooks the gastown steam clock and got to watch it go off. It's also dog friendly. The inside wasn't busy either which was surprising given it was a Saturday, happy hour and there were 3 cruise ships in the terminal. Overall, I will be back to try more items and also for those truffle tater tots.
One of my favorite spots in BC. Had to write a review this time. A cozy, beautiful place with the best comfort food. The Scotch egg always draws me back, but the service and flavorful menu keeps me coming back for more.
Pourhouse is a gem in the gas town area! Not only is it beautiful on the inside- it has great service and a warm armoshpere. If you're looking for a nice drink and a place to chat this is your place! I will admit the food was all a bit salty but they tasted great and would've been perfect with beer (we had cocktails mostly unfortunately). Highly recommend getting the tater tots! Overall great place, great food, great drinks, and great vibes!
What a wonderful place for a special dinner. We were wandering around Gastown and luckily stumbled upon this place right next to the parking garage we were in. We were quickly seated at a quiet table in the bar. The cocktail menu is amazing - so many choices to pick from, and you really can't go wrong. Everyone was ordering the huge plate of olives so we had to. I love olives and these were buttery and not super salty. The burrata appetizer was fresh and delicious. And since it was our anniversary we splurged and got the tomahawk to share. It was perfectly done, with compound butter, sprouts and broccolini on the side. Definitely recommend for a nice night out. The next time we will come for the burger and tots everyone was raving about!
3 months ago
6 months ago
Phil super fun bartender (and Will), classy place, excellent food, full bar, restaurant (reservations recommended for more than two people), but I highly recommend sitting at the bar where you can chat with Phil! We had to stop by since we saw Scotch Eggs on the menu and we were not disappointed with this experience! The scotch eggs were a little rich, but the entertainment the bartender provided made this experience! We also tried some burgers including the mushroom burger, both good. I wanted a ginger beer but had the soda Phil recommended. The whole dinner left us wanting to return before we even left! read more
The food was really good. The Happy Hour Menu was great. The Old fashioned Could be better. The service was fantastic, very attentive and accommodating. The Ambiance is relaxed and warm. If you are in Vancouver, definitely stop by read more
This is a great place to go but a few things to know a head of time. It's very dimly lit, it's also a limited menu. The drinks and apps were great but this is not what we were expecting. The staff was great and accommodating and kind. Definitely recommend if this is the type of place you are looking for. read more
Located across from the historic Gastown Steam clock, it's worth a visit. Elevated bar food with decent GF options. Solid happy hour menu (try their scotch egg which they are known for+ a nice fennel flavor) and on the regular menu, the chicken tenders were finger licking good. Drinks were tasty, as the clover club and espresso martini did not disappoint. Service was friendly, but were hesitant on substituting items (although were able too). read more
Scotch eggs were just pure bliss. Crunchy outside with a juicy inside. Egg is not overwhelming and folds itself in to the flavors perfectly. I also tried the pourhouse burger. It is pricy, but man oh man was it delectable. Juicy, medium rare, just a great great burger that is well worth the price. The crab cakes are small but a great way to start the meal. They are not fried, more of a cream texture. Vibrant crab flavor. Pro tip: tell your server to bring the food out as it's ready so you can space out each item nice and hot. read more
2 years ago
Ambiance: vibey with live music for a Sunday night Drink: Amaro Long Island ice tea - tasty with an after taste I can't quite put my finger on but overall pretty good and doesn't taste like a Saturday night binge Food: steak frites - got the steak medium rare, came out perfectly. The fries were amazing and abundant--couldn't finish them all in one sitting. Tried both the au jus sauce and peppercorn sauce and they were okay with the steak but overall I preferred the simple taste of the steak alone. The coarse salt on top was the only touch it needed Overall amazing meal and experience. Will definitely be back read more
Great vibes! Feels big due to the layout but it's actually a cozy nook. The cocktail menu and knowledge staff really elevate this place - vast array of drinks to choose from. Food menu is lean, but quality. Three burger options. A few salads. Snacks. Appy. Spaghetti. The burgers were EXCELLENT. My Gastown Double was melt in your mouth patty with delicious bacon and cheese. Overall, just a great vibe and a well run establishment. Solid date night / casual dinner spot. read more
I have loved Pourhouse for a long time, but as of late they're definitely not the same anymore. Their burgers are still great, especially the Pourhouse burger. The pork belly and whole grain mustard are a great touch, with a hefty pickle on the side for pickle-lovers like myself. However, the other menu items are not as remarkable. I ordered the fish and chips and it was probably the only time in my life I was served a fried fish on the dark side of brown--and it tasted like it too. The portobello burger that my vegetarian mother ordered, while I appreciate its inclusion to the menu for vegetarians, was also off the mark. I think the original allure of the restaurant for its upscale burger/pub vibe is a beautiful concept, but it's not executed as cleanly as I'd like. read more
2 months ago
We came in on a Friday night without reservations, and ended up getting a table right away. Great location in the Gastown neighborhood. The vibes here are exactly what I would expect from a Vancouver restaurant, dark and moody but comfortable and slightly upscale. We ordered cocktails and Bulls in a Blanket appetizer, which were delicious! The everything bagel seasoning and wagyu hotdog were a great combo. For dinner, I had the steak frites. Steak was cooked perfectly to order, and fries were crisp and seasoned well. Overall, a wonderful experience! read more
2 years ago
Service was a bit slow. It took about 8 minutes from the time we sat down until someone came over with water and to greet us. The food was delicious. I do wish the burger patty on the happy hour smash burger was a bit bigger to cover the entire surface of the bun but for $10 it wasn't a bad deal. The truffle tater tots were the highlight of the meal though! We sat outside on their patio which overlooks the gastown steam clock and got to watch it go off. It's also dog friendly. The inside wasn't busy either which was surprising given it was a Saturday, happy hour and there were 3 cruise ships in the terminal. Overall, I will be back to try more items and also for those truffle tater tots. read more
1 year ago
One of my favorite spots in BC. Had to write a review this time. A cozy, beautiful place with the best comfort food. The Scotch egg always draws me back, but the service and flavorful menu keeps me coming back for more. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Pourhouse is a gem in the gas town area! Not only is it beautiful on the inside- it has great service and a warm armoshpere. If you're looking for a nice drink and a place to chat this is your place! I will admit the food was all a bit salty but they tasted great and would've been perfect with beer (we had cocktails mostly unfortunately). Highly recommend getting the tater tots! Overall great place, great food, great drinks, and great vibes! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
What a wonderful place for a special dinner. We were wandering around Gastown and luckily stumbled upon this place right next to the parking garage we were in. We were quickly seated at a quiet table in the bar. The cocktail menu is amazing - so many choices to pick from, and you really can't go wrong. Everyone was ordering the huge plate of olives so we had to. I love olives and these were buttery and not super salty. The burrata appetizer was fresh and delicious. And since it was our anniversary we splurged and got the tomahawk to share. It was perfectly done, with compound butter, sprouts and broccolini on the side. Definitely recommend for a nice night out. The next time we will come for the burger and tots everyone was raving about! read more
We came here for their famous cocktails and the scotch egg. We taste Sazerac, Old Cuban, New York Sour, and Ashton Lane. Overall a nice place to spend time in, but a bit pricy. Do not forget you come here for good quality cocktails. Food: 4/5 | Service: 5/5 | Price: 4/5 read more
11 months ago
We had a terrific dinner at Pourhouse. Sometimes you never know how it will go in the touristy part of town. But we were not disappointed. The place seemed to be already hopping at 5:45. Since it was still happy hour, we got a round of drinks and some Scotch eggs. The eggs were super tasty! For dinner, our group got the Pourhouse burger, fish and chips, the bison blueberry sausage, and a steak salad. I really enjoyed my steak salad. The marinade mushrooms added an additional dimension to the salad. These weren't the little tart button mushrooms. They were sliced bigger mushrooms and maybe marinaded inhouse? They had flavor beyond vinegary. The steak was perfectly cooked, too. So good. Everyone enjoyed their food immensely. The service was just attentive enough. We liked sitting near the window and being able to watch folks going by and the steam clock across the street. read more
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Teresa!! Thank you so much for your kind words. We're really…
Great happy hour in gastown! Cocktails are solid here - I got the gimlet and my friend got the Tom Collins. Both taste great. For food, we shared the truffle tater tots and the fried chicken. The tots have a great crunch and the sauce is tasty. Fried chicken came out nice and hot. Love the honey butter. Wish there were a pickle for each piece of chicken but the pickled onions added a great element too. Lastly, we got a smash burger each and it was solid. Came a little cold though - but sauce and taste was there. read more
Love this place! Was on a trip to Vancouver and exploring the neighborhood one day. Walked by this place a few times and thought it looked interesting. Decided to go in for a drink & snack. My friend and I had never had Scotch eggs so we decided to give it a try. Now I haven't had another scotch egg to compare this to but I'm confident to say these are the best! They use fennel sausage, which makes the flavor really pop. We loved this place so much we came back before we left Vancouver to go home. That time we had burgers & poutine - also very good. Staff is very friendly, decor is super cute (old timey style), we loved sitting at the window tables to take in the neighborhood scene while we ate. My only wish was that they had a slightly more versatile menu. But if you're in the mood for burgers & comfort snacks, this is the place! read more
3 years ago
I was knocking around Gastown looking for an old school dive bar/bistro and I discovered this Diamond amid the sand instead. It's a classic brick and mortar/rich hardwood and old fashioned vibe fused with updated menu items, a good selection of local draft beer and the cocktails your grandfather (my dad) raved about. After viewing the classic cocktail menu, I settled on a gimlet in honor of my mom, It was always her favorite. Ratios just right and shaken to perfection, she would be pleased. I ordered the "burger and beer" special without really looking at the description, I figured burger, beer done. The beer was a short pull (10oz) sour larger (of which I am not normally a fan) and the burger had cheese, some type of mild blue, Stilton? Gorgonzola? Whichever it was paired PERFECTLY with the sour beer! So, if you want cocktails straight from the 40's, are a cool foodie, an outright gourmand or just want to see what I'm fussing about, this is the place for you. (Did I mention they also have pâté, tartare & a cassoulet?) read more
This is an interesting restaurant. So if you want to make a reservation here, you need to book online. For Friday, Saturday and Sunday reservation there is a booking fee of $15 but they will refund it when you arrive. We came here during Happy Hour and we ordered several appies to share amongst us. We got: Fried Chicken Truffle Tots Poutine Onion Dip Food was pretty tasty. I really liked the atmosphere. It was definitely a great place to have a conversation. Parking can be costly if dining in Gastown. read more
3 years ago
The full bar and the moustached gent tendering it make David Copperfield look like a noob. This Mario-Looking-Bar-Boss was the absolute bomb. Not only he knew what he was doing, but also did it diligently, patiently and, I have no idea how he didn't murder the lad at my right. I requested two variations of Jack and Coke. They didn't have Jack Daniel's so I went with LOT 40 first and then Pike Creek. After the fact, I asked for a Fernet Branca - now, there are two kinds that you can have and the most common one in North America is the Mint one which sucks, unlike the original. They had both. In Vancouver. In bloody Canada. WHAT? Also, I tried the Mac & Cheese - which is not on the menu anymore as a stand-alone item. Creamy and warm, had breadcrumbs and everything nice and savoury. The Pourhouse Burger was incredibly tender, sweet and savoury, balanced, and the combination of flavours reminded you of that barbecue sauce that you had at a Burger joint in America, but without the tanginess. The fries were okay, I reckon with truffle oil. Dry, crunchy and salty. Top class. The only issue was that the lad right next to me would not stop talking, but that's not the pub's fault. Lol. Leave that bartender a big tip. 10/10. read more
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4 years ago
Def a very vibey spot for some delicious, elevated bar eats and live music. Check out their schedule on their website to see who's playing. We came in on a night with a jazz trio and enjoyed the music as we sipped on some cocktails and enjoyed a scotch egg and burger. The scotch egg was cooked to absolute perfection and is definitely a must here. The burger was also a big surprise. It was soo juicy and delicious! read more
Shocked to find our FAVORITE COCKTAIL "the last word" on the menu!! The scotch eggs were fabulous. We will likely swing back tomorrow morning for "breakfast" aka Scotch Eggs round 2! We had happy hour tots and smash burgers, couldn't be more satisfied. Great service! Great food! read more
We stopped here while on a foodie tour. The dish here was a Scotch egg. OMGee you gotta try this! It is so different and super delicious! It is a soft hen's egg layered with fennel sausage, panko and spicy mayo. Delish!! read more
4 years ago
Sooooo good! I am so happy that I was able to go to this place during my visit in Vancouver. I loved everything that I ate here. The food was great, the service was excellent, the drinks were delicious and the ambiance was so nice. I loved the bone marrow. It was so creamy and buttery. It went perfectly with the toasted bread that it came with. I was also a big fan of the Scottish egg. Which was a boiled egg wrapped with meat. When I first heard about this, I felt like it would be to thick and chewy, but the meat was so tender. The egg was runny and cooked to perfection. I loved the dipping sauce that it came with. All the flavors worked so well in this dish. I would definitely recommend the Scottish egg. read more
I've been wanting to try out this places for awhile and everyone keeps talking about it so I finally had the chance to check them out and now I can see why everyone loves coming here. I've now gone multiple times with different groups and I've yet to come for dinner so I can only provide my views on the atmosphere and drinks. As it's in Gastown, you get the rustic/classy hipster vibe. As they recently renovated, there's now more seating and it gives it a more spacious look. From some of my friends feedback, it looks and feels a lot bigger and nicer. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and if you feel like changing it up, the Mixologist can suggest a couple types of drinks depending on how adventurous you are. I've tried their Penicillin, Gimlet and beers but I would have to say my favorite drink they serve is their Corpse Reviver 2. Parking can be tough to find at times depending on what time and which days you go so if you find a spot a couple blocks away, park. Overall I think this is a fantastic place to bring a date, group settings or just kick it at the bar alone if you had a long day at work and want to unwind. It's not pretentious and it's close to a sky train station in case you end up having one too many drinks :) read more
3 years ago
Such a wonderful looking place! The atmosphere is absolutely amazing for night out with the girls. The food is a must try. We tried the smash burger, which was very delicious. Make sure you leave room for the dessert and try out their cookies, fresh out of the oven. Wonderful service. read more
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162 Water Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1B2
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Gastown, Downtown
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(604) 568-7022
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