We met friends in Vancouver to, in part, celebrate our 40th anniversary and a 70th birthday. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm wishes and as we were led to our table, our friends were surprised with a bouquet of flowers and a very warm note! The above was followed by a warm welcome from our server, Dennis, who couldn't have been nicer and made many recommendations to help us in our dining experience. He was warm and personable and spent a lot of time making sure that we enjoyed ourselves. Additionally, the wine, Director, Jayton added even more to the experience by offering us all complementary glasses of champagne to celebrate the event and spoke to us at length about the restaurant and the area. At the end of dinner, Dennis not only made several suggestions on dessert, His suggestions of desserts really finished off the night on a high note! We eat out a lot and have had the good fortune to have enjoyed many fine dining experiences. However, this experience was unmatched by anything we have ever seen anywhere in any country we have been and I don't take that statement lightly! Many restaurants can learn much from the staff at Published on how to create an amazing experience, but also how to appreciate the value of the meal itself. Too many times, restauranteurs charge high prices for specially prepared, unique meals, but forget that the customer experience is half of that equation. POM succeeded in both in every way, and we haven't stopped talking about it since and have been posting about it to all of our friends. You are all a lesson in the culinary experience and should be commended for that. Of course, you know that already as you have been recognized by Michelin. When we do visit Vancouver again, POM will DEFINITELY be included in our itinerary. read more

Was very rushed and the dishes were inconsistent- the hay dessert was amazing but the rest was "meh"

Always wanted to try this place. We went for my wife's birthday and they did not disappoint. The food was fresh and unique. The customer service was superb and our food came out quick. Not to mention the food was super delicious. read more

Published on Main - Mushroom - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Not sure why this place has 1 Michelin star, as it's not deserved. See below. Over-rated and very expensive. Two of us had 7 small dishes with wine. Over $500canadian The ambiance is clean but uninspiring. The sashimi and prawn dishes were good quality but nothing special. The octopus dish (with scant octopus) was well constructed and very good. The beef and duck dishes were excellent. The coffee desert was a bust, but the strawberry one was well-done and not sugary. The biggest turn off and the reason this place is not recommended is their attitude. The establishment is more important than the diners who eat there. Their passive-aggressive approach to get rid of customers within 2 hours is so off-putting (we were reminded THREE times, from booking to being seated.) Thank god we were able to spend our $500 "on time" as they may have thrown us out. Felt like a cold, forced corporate dining "experience" The small touches that accompany a 1-star are missing (no tablecloths, mediocre ambiance). The service is a bit phony, especially from the receptionist. Pretentiousness throughout the place. So disappointed, as we went thru hoops to to get a reservation. This place certainly did not live up to the hype. read more

Vancouver has tonnes of excellent restaurants, but Published was recently rated as the best in Canada, which is a pretty lofty moniker given the competition. We had a table res the previous week but COVID interceded (as it does). It was great, with their renewed popularity, that we could grab bar seats a few days later (and ultimately were able to sit at a table). We'd misunderstood their dégustacion - only available with 24 hours notice. That's fine, our mistake, but it meant we actually had to THINK about the menu... Anyway... the restaurant is attractive and unpretentious. Service was outstanding and upsell (always present in this level of restaurant) was subtle. My pet peeve "how are WE tonight?", never uttered by their staff. Now the food. Mixed. The proteins (scallops, lamb) were well-seasoned and flavourful, the lamb in particular. The chicken liver appy was fun, a perfectly-smooth mousse, sandwiched in a sweet, but not cloyingly-so cookie. It was a lovely balance between the liver, and the sweetness you'd like with liver mousse or fois gras, to offset its richness. The lamb loin and neck, at $51, seemed pricey, but it was delicious. The "milk buns" and heirloom tomato salad were unremarkable. The buns were perfectly formed and the quenelle-shaped butter was amazing in presentation. But the dish itself seemed unremarkable. At $9 for two buns, it did not resonate. More egregious was the salad: twenty-seven dollars for an attractive - but bland - heirloom tomato salad. Underflavoured and overpriced. And I'd have wished for a bit of salt with both. In reviewing the bill this morning, that stood out the most. The sommelier helped us choose a lovely "Moulin De Grassac Picpoul" (that's how the bill reads, apologies if I've misspelled it). This wine is said to retail around C$20 and was sold at $62, which seems a bit... opportunistic. Desert: hey, err, Toasted Hay! A light, fun mousse-like presentation with small pieces of what I'd call granita or sorbet. Much preferred over some of the classic heavy dessert we often skip after a full meal. Verdict? It was OK. It wasn't Canada's finest by a long shot. We might return for the dégustacion, but otherwise there are too many outstanding choices. read more

Abelskiver!!! I'm Danish so this isn't like the traditional, they've gone a savoury route with it and it is fantastic! All the dishes we had were excellent, love the concept and extra bonus points for having some Danish food.. it's shockingly rare to find but always so tasty. I feel like they should make frikadellar.. would love to see their spin on it :) or a mini smorrebrod.. someone's gotta do it! read more

I booked the "Blossom" tasting experience for my wife and I on our honeymoon. It was comprised of 10 courses. We thought everything was beautiful and tasty but the combinations and flavors were very mild and expectant. I was hoping for many bold and new flavor combinations that I have not experienced but only a few things stood out. The snacks were the stand out as it was fun and delicious but everything following was a bit lacking. Not that it wasn't delicious and a unique eating experience. It was just I was hoping for exceeded expectations and unfortunately I was not blown away. The service was great albeit the courses were paced a bit slow. Overall I would say the meal was a fun experience and a 21/30. read more

We did not enjoy this meal. The food was just ok. The best dish we had was the fried mushrooms, everything else was meh. Not what we expected given the high rating. The service we experienced was awful. The wine that we requested at the beginning came out after the first two dishes were served. Again, not what we expected for a Michelin star. When we asked about the wine, the server became rude and abrupt for the rest of the meal. The ambiance was also nothing special. It was fine, but not good. Had to read menu on phone. Overall, not worth the price and not at all comparable with other highly ranked Canadian restaurants. Also, the restaurant asked us for feedback the next day, we emailed them our experience, and nobody responded. read more

Cannot understand the ratings for this place, other than the wine list, it is mediocre. Was so looking forward to the small plate experience and delicious tastes but was not to be. Very disappointing. The latest #1 ranking in Canada is baffling,. Have eaten my way around the world and remember meals I ate years ago. Nothing memorable about Published. read more

I can't possibly find a single thing to be displeased about - a brilliant experience from start to finish. Easy reservation system, welcoming host, knowledgeable servers, and food that we will be talking about for many years to come. The décor is calming and moody and I absolutely appreciate the lack of annoyingly loud music. We went the a la carte route - ordered 6 dishes + 2 desserts in all, and every single one of them was a 10/10. I think the proof of our enjoyment lies in the fact that we were the last ones to leave the restaurant, just a bit after closing time. Would certainly return here for other season's offerings. read more

Each plate is an art piece. See pictures. They change their menu often. It's tapa style.. The taste is divine. Was lucky enough to dine at this place twice. Each time the menu is completely different. The Indoor deco is nicely done. read more

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Unreal experience at Published. The service was incredible and the food dishes were delicious. We had an amazing time, and we will definitely be back. Every food item we had was so good, this will be a regular spot for us! read more

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Noisy place, but hopefully you go to a restaurant for the food and this is where Published on Main really stands-out. We ordered five dishes (for two people) and left feeling full. Our favourite was the lamb, followed by a beautiful tomato salad, then scallops, the prawns and then the pasta. But I feel that whatever is ordered, a gem or two will be found. Heck, you may enjoy ever dish. Drink menu offered an innovative variety and provided a nice complement to the meal. You can't go wrong with PoM. Enjoy! read more

Came here for my friend's birthday. Somehow got in without a reservation. It was pretty busy and we sat at the bar. Bar tenders were friendly and service was great. They had some really interesting tapas and drinks. We got the smokey old fashioned. read more

About as close to perfect as at could be. Wonderful table, accommodating staff. And the food... spectacular. Bravo.

Came here for a friend's birthday dinner, first off finding street parking is a challenge. But onto the dinner, everything was absolutely delicious, dishes were meant to be shared and we did order a lot! Will definitely come back and try the tasting menu. read more

Haven't been back since they snatched a Michelin Star, but well deserved. Amazing food and service, although definitely knowing the menu well is a plus since some dishes are more unique and not to everyone's tastes! read more

I had been super excited to try this place since it opened and mainly it didn't disappoint, the only thing that took away from our experience was that our server could not really speak to the menu and advised us that we didn'torder enough and basically 2 whole dishes went to waste (and we eat A LOT) and we had no room for dessert (literally NEVER HAPPENED before), but other than that the service was good and the food was great. We started with the SCALLOP -Amazing! Definitely would order again, so delicious with the kohlrabi and citrus Next we had the mushroom pâté as we heard that is one of the most popular dishes, I mean it was good, but Can't compare to regular pâté Aebleskiver, soo good kind of like a white takoyaki in a creamy herb Sauce The chips and dip were so good we got 2 orders Bison tartare- my least favourite dish- v gamey and charred tasting Prawn toast- it was good, not great.. a bit too mushy for me Potatoes - If you love mayonnaise, you'll love the potatoes. Yum Egg- the egg dish is very impressive to look and is pretty tasty Wild mushroom - this was one of my favourite dishes as well. Creamy but not too heavy Pork collar- didn't love or finish- pork was rreally nice and tender but hated that it was just served with chickpeas for $35 Romaine- simple but delicious if your looking for something lighter to compliment your meal The drinks were pretty good... a little on the sweet side but they were tasty read more

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We did an 11 course tasting menu. Everything was sooo tasty and the presentation was amazing! The scallop dish was definitely one of my favorites. Service was good, and each dish was described in detail and we got a complimentary glass of bubbles for our anniversary! We will definitely be back! :) read more

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Wow, Wow,Wow- great experience, serious artisan cocktails and a knowledgeable and friendly serving team. So good we went back again that week. One of my Main St. favourites to impress visitors on the Vancouver culinary scene. read more

I first posted about @published.on.main tasting menu with their multiple array of snacks which served as course number 1. Now I'll be posting about the main dishes, dessert and wine pairings °Main Dishes° * CHILLED SIDE STRIPE PRAWN SUNOMONO It's bright and acidic and it helps wet your appetite! A great way to start the main dishes. * CURED SCALLOP IN A CABBAGE AND SHELLFISH NAGE This was very delicious! The scallops were nice and tender and not rubbery and that sauce is next level. You'd need some sort of bread to mop up all the remaining sauce. * CHEESE STUFFED AGNOLOTTI WITH FARMERS SAUSAGE This dish reminds me of eating my polish friends moms cooking. You get the sausage, then you get the agnolotti that's stuffed with cheese that reminds me of perogies without the butter and onions that it bathes in. * ROASTED SQUASH WITH CANDIED PUMPKIN SEEDS IN A KOJI BUTTER SAUCE I love everything pumpkin or squash so this was a winner for me! This dish also gives me that fall vibes. * ROASTED PICKEREL IN A KOHLRABI DASHI W/ ROASTED BOK CHOY AND RICE CAKES Another winner here. Fish was beautifully cooked. Nice and tender while keeping the skin crispy! The kicker here though is that kohlrabi dashi. * SMOKED MAITAKE MUSHROOM IN A WILD RICE MISO GLAZE W/ SOFT POACHED EGG AND WATERCRESS Unfortunately we found the mushrooms to be on the salty side. But when you have all three in one bite then it all balances out. * SLOW ROASTED AGED DUCK BREAST, BRAISED RED CABBAGE ROLL, CREAMED KALE AND MUSTARD PRETZEL SPATZLE Winner winner duck dinner! Duck was very succulent and delicious, and the skin was crispy. What else can I say, perfectly executed dish. * CONCORD GRAPE SORBET, SUNFLOWER SEEDS TOPPED WITH SHAVED COMTE CHEESE This dish was unexpectedly good! Like REALLY GOOD! Who would've thought that such combination existed nevermind taste good together. * POACHED PEAR WITH WORT(used in fermenting beer) ICE CREAM I think out of all the positives that I have, this is the only dish that we both didn't like. Mind you guys I still finished my plate. * SPRUCE PANNA COTTA WITH SPRUCE MERINGUE This had a slight citrus hint to it, the flavours were hard to describe but it was delish. read more

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Hard to get a reservation. Did not realize that you have to book 2 months in advance. We stayed by the bar and it was perfect. Excellent service, very friendly staff. The food is great for sharing, tapas style my kind of dinner. read more

4 th time back to Published on Friday night and was very disappointed. Had high expectations from my past experiences and until last Friday was in my top 5 favourite places to eat. The charred cabbage was too acidic compared to last time I had it. Order the lamb...had a very strong game taste to it...and I love lamb and don't mind if it's a bit gamey. Mentioned it to our server and he said I'll let the chef know. We left 2/3rds of it on the plate and at $51.00 I was very disappointed to see it still on my bill. This is not a inexpensive place to eat and at $250 for 2 people I expected more...especially given my past experiences. Don't think I'll be going back anytime soon. The value received definitely didn't exceed the price paid. read more

Such unique plates but also delicious. The bee pollen honey buns are a go to and the ambience is great. Must check out!

Nothing but good things to say about my experience at Published! Everything was perfect, from the ambiance to the staff, and of course the food was the star. Would highly recommend this restaurant for your next occasion, you won't be disappointed! read more

Published on Main - Agnolotti and Schnitzel entrees. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Love this place! It's a must! This was our first visit. Staff was so fun, warm, and welcoming! Hats off to the Chef and kitchen team - everything we tried was delicious. We also met some really nice locals! Sit at the bar if you can. We had to make reservations a couple of months in advance. You can try to show up at the door to get a seat at the bar, however, those seats go quickly - so arrive early/prior to opening. And if you're lucky, you might see Ted Lasso's doppelgänger! read more

Have to say it was one of the best restaurants we've been to this year. There wasn't a course we didn't enjoy, portions are restrained so you don't feel over-full, it's a relatively carb-light menu. Service, drinks and vibe were all very good. Definitely on the pricier side. Will be back one day!! read more

What a memorable evening. My wife and I had the 10 course tasting menu and added the mushrooms as they came so highly recommended (seriously, I wish I could take my kids and see how long it takes them to realize it's not fried chicken). Our servers were knowledgeable and friendly, and the pacing was about what we expected. I know several other reviewers mentioned that they felt they were forgotten because they didn't order any of the upsells, but that was not our experience. The entire dinner took 2.5 hours, which is a lot, but the experience was well worth it and at no point were we bored. The servers and wait staff have a clearly designated path they walk on regular intervals (think the Truman Show, "they just go around and around"), so we had regular access for any needs that came up. The food is tremendous, so many inventive bites that work in ways you wouldn't expect. Layers of flavor in almost every dish. There were only two flavors we didn't care for. All in all, about half the dishes in the tasting menu were multiple different appetizer size bites, so in reality you're trying probably 25 different recipes. 23 out of 25 is a pretty good percentage considering everyone's tastes are different. At the end of the day we got what we paid for, a memorable night that goes down as one of my top three eating experiences ever. I am fairly well traveled in the US and have tried many upscale restaurants, holes in the wall, just generally up for any experience. Published strikes the best balance between a laid back venue and exceptional service of any I've tried. Keep up the great work y'all! read more

this was my experience at this hotel Absolutely! When it comes to a 10 out of 10 hotel experience, it's all about exceeding expectations at every turn. From the moment you step into the lobby, you're greeted with a warm welcome that sets the tone for the entire stay. The attention to detail in the room decor, amenities, and cleanliness is impeccable, making you feel like royalty. The hotel staff goes above and beyond to cater to your every need, providing exceptional service with a genuine smile. The dining experience is a culinary delight, offering a diverse menu of exquisite dishes that tantalize your taste buds. The hotel's facilities, whether it's the spa, gym, or pool, are top-notch, ensuring relaxation and enjoyment throughout your stay. Overall, a 10 out of 10 hotel is a place where luxury meets comfort, where every moment is a delight, and where you leave feeling pampered and rejuvenated. read more

Really disappointing. Realized after getting home we were double charged for items. In spite of a reservation made over a month in advance we're made to feel like a massive inconvenience by an aggressive manger and annoyed server. read more

Was wandering along Main looking a place to eat and my heavens what a find! Everything was delicious and the mixture of flavours was amazing, I felt my palate get more sophisticated just eating there. Whoever their chef is he's got golden tastebuds. Reserve before you go though, a table is hard to snag otherwise! read more

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Had a wonderful culinary journey that was 3x greater as we all shared our dishes as encouraged by POM. Hilights were the fiddleheads, danish donuts, scallops, duck, strawberries and cake and a fantastic bottle of Italian white wine! What a celebration with many new discoveries! Thank you POM! read more

A place to ponder and ask questions about what you're eating. It's got a light, garden-like theme in the front and a darker, serious tone at the back. The centre of the restaurants meets where the bar and cold dishes seem to be prepared. The food reminds us a little of Anna Lena, a little of Kissa Tanto, but 100% supportive of local ingredients and travel, rustic yet clean. It's like they want you to make up your own mind about the place, and our favourites are hands down the juicy and flavourful Kobe meatballs, fresh cheese farmers sausage agnolotti (homey, comfort food teaching how dill is meant to be used), heirloom tomatoes with burrata, and the bone marrow croquette. The other dishes were solid, but not as eye-opening as the fore-mentioned. Their chicken liver toast is creamier than most, which is personal preference whether that's good or bad. The pickerel and kanpachi were pretty, but not as flavourful as expected. All around, great service, atmosphere, and would definitely come again for delicious eats and drinks. read more

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This is the most overrated restaurant. I'm from a restaurant family and I can tell you the meat is subpar! It's a case of The Emperor's New Clothes. They are so overpriced for what they are serving. This was a complete disappointment. read more

Creative, have quite a wide selection and very well put together, delicious but kinda busy and light too dimmed to see what i am eating

I met a good friend last night for dinner at Published. First time for both of us. I arrived for my dinner reservation and was greeted by a friendly host who escorted me to where my friend was already seated. We started with cocktails. I'm old school, I always order a very large vodka over ice--no stick, no fruit, no air. The bar nailed it: pouring a triple Haku over a large cube of crystal clear ice in a sparkling old fashioned glass. Details and their execution matter to me. When a simple drink is presented with as much care and consideration as a mixed cocktail--like my friend's Negroni--it can only be a sign of good things to come. Full disclosure: we came for the food, to sample the menu. Chef Gus Stiefenhoffer-Brandson and his team did not disappoint. Our choice of small plates arrived as each order came up from the kitchen. We started with complimentary amuse-guele of cured salmon. Then pâté with pickles and preserves, scallop and kohlrabi flavoured with XO and citrus. Both dishes were delightful with well balanced acids. Aebleskiver and herbs is a wonderful crowd pleaser. The romaine salad was a crisp, creamy delicious play on a Caesar. The "Egg" with mushroom was elegantly presented, filled with lovely textures, scrumptious. Fried turkey, another favourite, was flavourful, crisp and moist. Agnolotti was not what I expected: more like uptown pierogi. Two desserts Toasted Hay, green apple, Camomile and also a Quince tart tatin. The Hay was light with a pleasing sweetness. The quince sticky sweet warm and delicious. The room is lovely if unremarkable with a soundtrack needing to find a new groove. But all told, a memorable evening thanks to all the professionals working at Published. R Food 107 Wine 120 Liquor 42 Taxes 29.65 read more

2020 my new favourite restaurant in Vancouver! Service is good and all the food were on point! read more

So excited to finally get there. Every dish was delish, so many different pops of flavors in your mouth. Plating was beautiful, the servers were exceptional , the explanations of each dish were on point. My only tiny complaint was that between the four of us, two were vegetarians. Our first server knew we were vegetarians so I thought it would have been ideal for one veggie dish to come out when one meat dish came out so the table could enjoy eating all together. The non vegetarians enjoyed tasting our food but when theirs came, we just had to sit and wait for them to finish. read more

I have to say their Agnolotii was ok but the sausage in it taste really good though. The duck was my favourite... so tender. Their bone marrow was read more

Consistently great food. We have been there four times now and every time we enjoyed the food, the service, and the ambiance immensely.