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We were recommended to try Red Door Bistro by the valet and several hotel staff, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was outstanding. I'm not usually a fan of duck, but this was the first time I've ever truly enjoyed it perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The duck spring rolls were a 10/10. We also had the braised short rib and the West Coast Bouillabaisse, both incredible. The seafood stew, in particular, was next level the mini crostini dipped into the broth was pure magic. Everything from the flavors to the overall experience was spot on. Highly recommend if you're in Whistler.
We have had reservations in place since June, we were told this was worth all the hype it receives. This definitely was worth it! The restaurant itself was romantic and serene. I loved that there was a true red door to enter the restaurant. We were greeted quickly and sat down within seconds of entering the door. The entire staff was welcoming as soon as we stepped foot in the restaurant. We sat outside which was perfect since the weather was gorgeous out. Our server, I wish I remembered her name, greeted us quickly and our waters were never empty during the entire dinner service. We ordered the scallops to start, they melted in our mouths. I could've eaten 5 plates of these. I ordered the Braised Short Ribs and my husband ordered the Sakura Pork. The dishes were phenomenal! This place exceeded expectations and I wish we saved room for dessert! Absolutely worth spending your time here!
Every review of Red Door said this hole in the wall was the best kept secret for food in Whistler. They're always fully booked, and my wife and I were happy to be able to grab a reservation for 2 on a Monday night. Service was impeccable throughout our visit. My rating does not reflect the quality of service we received. Water was always full, servers constantly checked in. If I had just the smallest thing to nitpick, it would be that our server didn't recommend any particular dishes - only saying that everything on the menu is great. We ordered the following dishes: Country Game Terrine, Red Deer Venison, and Five Spice Duck. Everything was just okay. 2.5 star experience. The venison was my favorite but it didn't wow me, just cooked well with a decent portion size. The five spice duck would have been much better with a sauce to bring the ingredients together, overall the dish was just a lot of sweet, with the duck breast on the tougher side. Unfortunately we won't be back. I think this restaurant has been resting on its laurels for too long. For the price there are better options in Whistler.
We had a fantastic experience at Red Door Bistro. We enjoyed the Bistro Salad and Cambozola & Mushrooms appetizers, BC Salmon and Steak Frites for mains, paired with Pinot Grigio, and finished with Crème Brûlée and Toffee Pudding. Every dish was cozy, tasty, and perfectly prepared. Our waiter, Sean, was attentive and friendly, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. A truly memorable meal... we'll definitely be back!
I really enjoyed the food here during my visit. The plating was beautiful, the flavors pushed my palate and worked together all at the same time and the selection in the menu was brief but provided the right diversity. The pricing was about average for this area, although this entire area is going to be pricier than your normal place at home. It had an element of fine dining and wine bar as they have an extensive wine menu. While the wine is good, I wouldn't recommend getting anything outside of that from the bar as the cocktails were not great here. If you come here, expect to get a wine and a great dish. The service was friendly and they approached us a good amount of times. But with appetizers and entrees only our dining experience took over 2 hours, which felt too long for a dining experience where you are t doing multiple courses. I probably would visit again for the duck spring rolls
An absolute gem of a restaurant - we're so happy we booked a table here for our last night in Whistler! First off, the food was all amazing. The appetizers were perfectly balanced and very unique. We had the calamari and the cambozola & mushrooms, which were both delicious. For mains we had the short rib and bouillabaisse. The short rib was fall-apart tender and the seafood in the bouillabaisse was cooked perfectly. The key lime parfait was a perfect end to the meal. Only minor downside is that my virgin mojito was a bit weak (definitely could've been muddled more), but they have an expensive wine menu that more than makes up for it. The restaurant is small and cosy. In the summers most diners prefer to sit on the patio to enjoy the breeze but they also have indoor seating for the winter. A reservation is recommended due to the size of the restaurant. The staff are friendly and very helpful with menu recommendations. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough if you're in the area!
Cute and cozy little restaurant with excellent food and service. Our server Sean was very nice and pleasant, and he's very knowledgeable about the menu and gave good advice for ordering. The three of us ordered family style: A Basket of Bread, Duck Confit Egg Rolls (Sean suggested we order three because each order came with two), Nova Scotia Scallops, West Cost Bouillabaisse, New York Steak, and Vanilla Bean Cream Brûlées. Food was excellent, from the main ingredients to the fine details: the broth in the West Coast Bouillabaisse was boiled and reduced for days and was really tasty; the spring rolls had a lot of duck meat in a really crispy and flaky thin pastry; the Nova Scotia scallops came with a celery root purée with little lemon dumplings, pistachios, and pink lady apples; and even the roasted potatoes that came with the New York steak were really good. The Vanilla Bean Cream Brûlée at the end was a nice touch to complete the very satisfying meal. Prices were not cheap (and they did charge for bread) but reasonable. If you're looking for a nice place to enjoy a fine dinner, I do highly recommend the Red Door Bistro.
It's going to be difficult for me to find all the right words to convey how outstanding this experience was. First, I emailed the restaurant to ask about a reservation for our 20th wedding anniversary. They had no problem accommodating us. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were greeted warmly and taken outside to the patio where glasses of complimentary prosecco were waiting for us and we were congratulated on our anniversary. (An aside - when we walked into the restaurant the inside was nearly empty - I assume because it was very hot outside and they probably do not have air conditioning. They had a red awning up over the patio area, which made for a nice outdoor area. After the sun went down enough, the awning was opened up and it allowed even more of a cooling breeze). I will admit I was concerned when they first walked us out because they sat us at one end of a long table, where a group of four was seated at the other end. My initial thought was, "we're here for our anniversary and we are going to be at a "family seating" table?" But not to worry, it was a great spot. We were far enough away from others that it felt private, but also close enough that we could spy what others were eating! Every single person we interacted with at the restaurant was amazing - kind, welcoming, professional. Our server was a total pro. He had been in the profession for decades and it was clear he knew what he was doing! For the rest of the ambiance, there was music playing at a medium volume, perfect to hear it, but no struggle to make conversation over the music. And the selection was such that my wife almost wondered if I had given them a playlist to play for her! Now, on to the most important aspect - the food. Let me first say that I spent hours trying to decide where to make a reservation for our anniversary. I scoured the reviews here, read travel/food blogs and reviews, looked through menus, etc. before landing on this place. I was really hoping all of that work would pay off, and boy did it ever! We had trouble to start with on selecting appetizers we might want. Our server helped us out with some questions. We settled on the Nova Scotia Scallops as one, and after some additional descriptions from the waiter also chose the Calamari. They were both amazing. The scallops themselves were creamy and the rest of the plate complimented them so well. The calamari was not breaded and fried, but pan seared instead and they were the best calamari I've ever had. My wife decided on the Braised Short Ribs for her main after our server's recommendation and I went with the Sakura Pork (prosciutto wrapped tenderloin). The pork came with a mustard sauce (the server gave us a full rundown of the process the chef goes through for the dish and it's crazy how much goes into it) that was unbelievably great. That entire dish was one of the very best dishes I have ever had anywhere. The only downside was that it was such a standout that my wife's excellent main paled a bit in comparison! The Sakura Pork is the highest recommendation I can give to anyone. For dessert we got the summer trifle and peanut butter bombe. Both were excellent. And I mean really excellent. Overall this dinner experience was one of, if not the, best meals I've ever had. The atmosphere, the service, and the food, oh my the food, was all outstanding. I only wish I could go back again and again! The meal was quite expensive, but factoring in the entire experience, it was very much worth it. Thank you for such an excellent evening. Bravo!
Okay, this is a must try if you want some high quality French food! Decided to take my bf here for his birthday. He ordered a steak that came with mushrooms, chino urti sauce and potatoes. Okay I didn't describe that perfect but it was fancier than just that. He absolutely loved it! I ordered the cod and the accompany flavors were amazing. Service here is great. They are attentive. You have to make a reservation ahead of time. Make your reservation a few weeks beforehand. The place is dark but it's part of the vibe.
Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the creative, flavorful food, friendly, attentive service, and a cozy, inviting ambiance.
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2 months ago
If you only make one reservation while in Whistler, this is IT!! It wasn't the easiest, as you have to call or email and it is a little bit of a drive from the village - but it's totally worth it. The food and service were both absolutely incredible. Our favs were the pork entree and polenta/mushroom app and scallop app, only to still somehow be blown away by the desserts!!! We'd consider this a "do not miss" - a true gem. read more
Red Door Bistro continues to be my favorite restaurant in Whistler. The food is outrageously good, with the most interesting, complex, and new flavors. The chefs truly are masters at their craft, and it shows with their variety of options, as well as absolutely beautiful plating. Each dish is a work of art. Last night I ordered the Cambozola and mushrooms, Hokkaido scallops, BC salmon, and a chocolate ganache cake for dessert. Yum!! The service is wonderful and the servers are the kindest, most fun people with great stories, humor, and helpful recommendations. Plus, they went out of their way to help my mom, who has some dietary restrictions. The ambience inside is really neat because the restaurant is small but has an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs prepare food. But since it's summer, we ate out under the awning of the patio, which was a lovely experience. If I could give this place 6 stars, I would. read more
6 months ago
We were recommended to try Red Door Bistro by the valet and several hotel staff, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was outstanding. I'm not usually a fan of duck, but this was the first time I've ever truly enjoyed it perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The duck spring rolls were a 10/10. We also had the braised short rib and the West Coast Bouillabaisse, both incredible. The seafood stew, in particular, was next level the mini crostini dipped into the broth was pure magic. Everything from the flavors to the overall experience was spot on. Highly recommend if you're in Whistler. read more
We have had reservations in place since June, we were told this was worth all the hype it receives. This definitely was worth it! The restaurant itself was romantic and serene. I loved that there was a true red door to enter the restaurant. We were greeted quickly and sat down within seconds of entering the door. The entire staff was welcoming as soon as we stepped foot in the restaurant. We sat outside which was perfect since the weather was gorgeous out. Our server, I wish I remembered her name, greeted us quickly and our waters were never empty during the entire dinner service. We ordered the scallops to start, they melted in our mouths. I could've eaten 5 plates of these. I ordered the Braised Short Ribs and my husband ordered the Sakura Pork. The dishes were phenomenal! This place exceeded expectations and I wish we saved room for dessert! Absolutely worth spending your time here! read more
Every review of Red Door said this hole in the wall was the best kept secret for food in Whistler. They're always fully booked, and my wife and I were happy to be able to grab a reservation for 2 on a Monday night. Service was impeccable throughout our visit. My rating does not reflect the quality of service we received. Water was always full, servers constantly checked in. If I had just the smallest thing to nitpick, it would be that our server didn't recommend any particular dishes - only saying that everything on the menu is great. We ordered the following dishes: Country Game Terrine, Red Deer Venison, and Five Spice Duck. Everything was just okay. 2.5 star experience. The venison was my favorite but it didn't wow me, just cooked well with a decent portion size. The five spice duck would have been much better with a sauce to bring the ingredients together, overall the dish was just a lot of sweet, with the duck breast on the tougher side. Unfortunately we won't be back. I think this restaurant has been resting on its laurels for too long. For the price there are better options in Whistler. read more
10 months ago
We had a fantastic experience at Red Door Bistro. We enjoyed the Bistro Salad and Cambozola & Mushrooms appetizers, BC Salmon and Steak Frites for mains, paired with Pinot Grigio, and finished with Crème Brûlée and Toffee Pudding. Every dish was cozy, tasty, and perfectly prepared. Our waiter, Sean, was attentive and friendly, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. A truly memorable meal... we'll definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
10 months ago
I really enjoyed the food here during my visit. The plating was beautiful, the flavors pushed my palate and worked together all at the same time and the selection in the menu was brief but provided the right diversity. The pricing was about average for this area, although this entire area is going to be pricier than your normal place at home. It had an element of fine dining and wine bar as they have an extensive wine menu. While the wine is good, I wouldn't recommend getting anything outside of that from the bar as the cocktails were not great here. If you come here, expect to get a wine and a great dish. The service was friendly and they approached us a good amount of times. But with appetizers and entrees only our dining experience took over 2 hours, which felt too long for a dining experience where you are t doing multiple courses. I probably would visit again for the duck spring rolls read more
2 years ago
An absolute gem of a restaurant - we're so happy we booked a table here for our last night in Whistler! First off, the food was all amazing. The appetizers were perfectly balanced and very unique. We had the calamari and the cambozola & mushrooms, which were both delicious. For mains we had the short rib and bouillabaisse. The short rib was fall-apart tender and the seafood in the bouillabaisse was cooked perfectly. The key lime parfait was a perfect end to the meal. Only minor downside is that my virgin mojito was a bit weak (definitely could've been muddled more), but they have an expensive wine menu that more than makes up for it. The restaurant is small and cosy. In the summers most diners prefer to sit on the patio to enjoy the breeze but they also have indoor seating for the winter. A reservation is recommended due to the size of the restaurant. The staff are friendly and very helpful with menu recommendations. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough if you're in the area! read more
7 months ago
Cute and cozy little restaurant with excellent food and service. Our server Sean was very nice and pleasant, and he's very knowledgeable about the menu and gave good advice for ordering. The three of us ordered family style: A Basket of Bread, Duck Confit Egg Rolls (Sean suggested we order three because each order came with two), Nova Scotia Scallops, West Cost Bouillabaisse, New York Steak, and Vanilla Bean Cream Brûlées. Food was excellent, from the main ingredients to the fine details: the broth in the West Coast Bouillabaisse was boiled and reduced for days and was really tasty; the spring rolls had a lot of duck meat in a really crispy and flaky thin pastry; the Nova Scotia scallops came with a celery root purée with little lemon dumplings, pistachios, and pink lady apples; and even the roasted potatoes that came with the New York steak were really good. The Vanilla Bean Cream Brûlée at the end was a nice touch to complete the very satisfying meal. Prices were not cheap (and they did charge for bread) but reasonable. If you're looking for a nice place to enjoy a fine dinner, I do highly recommend the Red Door Bistro. read more
9 months ago
It's going to be difficult for me to find all the right words to convey how outstanding this experience was. First, I emailed the restaurant to ask about a reservation for our 20th wedding anniversary. They had no problem accommodating us. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were greeted warmly and taken outside to the patio where glasses of complimentary prosecco were waiting for us and we were congratulated on our anniversary. (An aside - when we walked into the restaurant the inside was nearly empty - I assume because it was very hot outside and they probably do not have air conditioning. They had a red awning up over the patio area, which made for a nice outdoor area. After the sun went down enough, the awning was opened up and it allowed even more of a cooling breeze). I will admit I was concerned when they first walked us out because they sat us at one end of a long table, where a group of four was seated at the other end. My initial thought was, "we're here for our anniversary and we are going to be at a "family seating" table?" But not to worry, it was a great spot. We were far enough away from others that it felt private, but also close enough that we could spy what others were eating! Every single person we interacted with at the restaurant was amazing - kind, welcoming, professional. Our server was a total pro. He had been in the profession for decades and it was clear he knew what he was doing! For the rest of the ambiance, there was music playing at a medium volume, perfect to hear it, but no struggle to make conversation over the music. And the selection was such that my wife almost wondered if I had given them a playlist to play for her! Now, on to the most important aspect - the food. Let me first say that I spent hours trying to decide where to make a reservation for our anniversary. I scoured the reviews here, read travel/food blogs and reviews, looked through menus, etc. before landing on this place. I was really hoping all of that work would pay off, and boy did it ever! We had trouble to start with on selecting appetizers we might want. Our server helped us out with some questions. We settled on the Nova Scotia Scallops as one, and after some additional descriptions from the waiter also chose the Calamari. They were both amazing. The scallops themselves were creamy and the rest of the plate complimented them so well. The calamari was not breaded and fried, but pan seared instead and they were the best calamari I've ever had. My wife decided on the Braised Short Ribs for her main after our server's recommendation and I went with the Sakura Pork (prosciutto wrapped tenderloin). The pork came with a mustard sauce (the server gave us a full rundown of the process the chef goes through for the dish and it's crazy how much goes into it) that was unbelievably great. That entire dish was one of the very best dishes I have ever had anywhere. The only downside was that it was such a standout that my wife's excellent main paled a bit in comparison! The Sakura Pork is the highest recommendation I can give to anyone. For dessert we got the summer trifle and peanut butter bombe. Both were excellent. And I mean really excellent. Overall this dinner experience was one of, if not the, best meals I've ever had. The atmosphere, the service, and the food, oh my the food, was all outstanding. I only wish I could go back again and again! The meal was quite expensive, but factoring in the entire experience, it was very much worth it. Thank you for such an excellent evening. Bravo! read more
1 year ago
8 months ago
Okay, this is a must try if you want some high quality French food! Decided to take my bf here for his birthday. He ordered a steak that came with mushrooms, chino urti sauce and potatoes. Okay I didn't describe that perfect but it was fancier than just that. He absolutely loved it! I ordered the cod and the accompany flavors were amazing. Service here is great. They are attentive. You have to make a reservation ahead of time. Make your reservation a few weeks beforehand. The place is dark but it's part of the vibe. read more
2 years ago
Top notch! Everything was perfectly executed and the service was great. There is a reason they have served duck confit spring rolls for over 30 years. Yum! read more
Service was friendly and food was good. To start, we had the duck confit spring rolls and the scallops. Both dishes offered a unique combo of flavours that worked really well together. For our mains we had the wild boar and the duck breast. The portion for these entrees were decent but i'm not quite sure if it justifies the price. While the duck was tender and juicy, I found the boar to be a bit dry. Overall, we did enjoy our meal, however there was nothing exceptional about the food and our experience. read more
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4 years ago
First official dinner as husband and wife. @reddoorbistro was epic! Amazing service and food which was to die for.... Alberta Wild Boar, Prosciutto wrapped tenderloin with sriracha glazed belly, fingerling potatoes, apple butter, sour mustard sauce and pork skin crisps. Nova Scotia Scallops-Buttered Bay scallops with celery root purée, lemon dumplings, pink lady apple, pistachios and apple balsamic syrup. Tomato purée soup & crème brûlée We would suggest this to anyone looking for a wonderful experience and flavorful food. read more
7 years ago
We've stopped by several times with no luck getting in as you need to book weeks ahead, but this time we showed up just before 5 pm and were able to not only get in but also got a table! So excited to finally dine here as it is almost always full and we counted, it seats 50! No wonder! Anyways it's just before Christmas, it's minus 5 and we're happy being in this cozy dark little restaurant with exposed kitchen and chefs right in front of us at the bar to watch as we dine. We decided to start with mussels in a white wine and garlic broth from Salt Spring Island and it was wonderful, the broth was good and not overwhelmed with garlic. It comes with two thin sliced toasted bread and olive tapenade. The mussels were absolutely huge and delicious! I chose the special of the day which was a pork loin chop with fingerling potatoes and arugula, pear flambé wine reduction, which complimented the pork very well. I couldn't finish my generous portion of pork but my hubby did! It's about 7 oz but looks like it's two inches thick! The pork is brined overnight to keep it nice and moist and was perfectly cooked. Hubby chose the Braised Chuck Flats with veggies and fingerling potatoes. It was so tender you could slice through it with your fork! Absolutely must have this dish if you're a big meat eater. The portion is generous, even if you like meat! We skipped dessert just because we'd been eating a lot lately, but there's always next time! The staff is also very helpful and friendly without going overboard and are genuine. No pressure if you're not going to order a cocktail or other alcoholic bevvie which is nice, especially if you're allergic to alcohol or abstaining from it, so thank you to the staff for not giving us the 'eye' or getting deflated about not getting that extra little more $ out of your customers, greatly appreciated! read more
1 year ago
This was our last supper before the lock down hit in Whistler. Beautiful thing about Creekside is that it has the best restaurants. Service was very personable and super friendly. The meals were to die for and everything was perfectly prepared and plated. A couple of nice glasses of wine. Some cava to start before we moved onto a red. Lovely artwork from local artists adorn the walls. Great job, loved the review from the person that complained that there was a small red door or something. Come on do you need landing strip lights to guide you to a front door? read more
Cute little restaurant in creek side, a hidden gem in whistlers fine dining scene. Located just steps from Nita lake lodge nestled in creekside it's the perfect place for an intimate dinner, though a bit of a pain to get to from the village. The food was amazing, we did a full dinner and the halibut with crab cake entree is so good. Biggest downside is that it is a very small place and you will be very close to your neighbors table and/or at the chefs counter. Be sure to make a reservation well in advance to guarantee you can dine here. Pro tip: you can get their famous peanut butter bomb without peanuts (my boyfriend is very allergic)! read more
When I was taken to this place, I was told it was the best place in Whistler. I think that is a fair and accurate statement. There is no bar, or waiting area. There is a pub next-door. The decor of this place is really quaint, small with an open kitchen. It is very intimate dining experience. I really enjoyed this wonderful dining experience, and the prices are reasonable. The one reason I didn't give it a full five stars, was that it's impossible to get into. And I get it, I understand that a food place is hard to get into. It is just a very difficult situation, where the hostess/host is nearly impossible to get a hold of, etc. However, I highly recommend this place, and will definitely eat there in the future. The pan fried calamari was exceptional! I am sorry I don't have a picture of that. The short ribs is probably the best things I ate while in Whistler. Parking is not too much of an issue, although I walked there (small lot, but lots of street). I would give this 4.5... read more
4 years ago
Rude staff, terribly classless. For the record I got food poisoning from a different restaurant 2 weeks ago and gave them a better review because I was at least treated well and with respect by the staff members. The hostess recommended the pub next door after telling me she didn't have a table for me and insisted they were reservation only (I'm having trouble locating that info? I see it as an option on the website but no where, anywhere do I see the words "reservation only.") Then when I called about 20 minutes later (because I'm salty like that when people think they're better than others) they informed me they could fit in a table of a few people at 8:30. Thanks KAREN, I knew y'all were full of crap, probably would've dropped it otherwise ya know....on this bustling TUESDAY off-season evening. Enjoyed my meal at Araxi where I was treated well and tipped well on my 3 course meal. (you guys actually would've been my cheapest dinner lol) Oh and then they changed my feedback on Facebook to say I recommended it and then blocked me from accurately reframing the review. Maybe don't treat people like shit eh? read more
3 years ago
The food is always on point at the Red Door. Service has never left us wanting for anything. If you go towards the end of Summer, be sure to ask if there are any Shishito peppers for an app......super tasty and fresh. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Hands down one of the best meals I've had in recent memory. I had an idea of what I wanted to order but am always open to "specials" and/or what's been popular historically. Red Door did not disappoint. I had the special/featured soup and salad for the day. The soup was a creamy parsnip, cauliflower, and red onion soup. Superb. The salad was a summer special and had butter lettuce, chickory, prosciutto, cantoloupe, and a fancy house made ranch. My main was their signature bouillabaisse and for dessert I had the peanut bombe with an americano. Such a fantastic experience with incredible service. Kudos to Scotty for his attention to detail and to the supporting staff who kept my glass filled. read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
What an awesome place .. with delicious food. Made a reservation 2 months ahead as it was a special birthday celebration. excellent service, great Veal porterhouse steak as well. Only wished somebody would have said something to the birthday boy about his celebration .. that was a bit disappointing. Also, parking is really difficult around that area. read more
8 years ago
After a long day skiing Whistler, Red Door Bistro was exactly what we needed to replenish, as we were exhausted. The food was spectacular, the service was fantastic, and we would recommend this restaurant to everyone. They didn't offer a cheese plate, however upon our request put one together, it was absolutely perfect with the bottle of wine that we had. We highly recommend a reservation, as even on a Monday night it was packed. they say a picture is worth a thousand words, I took some nice pictures posted here. read more
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