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    Riley's Vancouver

    4.3 (188 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
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    rigatoni
    Isabel C.

    I've been meaning to try Riley's for a very long time. Finally got the chance to try while celebrating my boyfriend's dad's birthday! The interior of the restaurant is gorgeous with lots of greenery and open windows for natural lighting. We ordered multiple dishes, all for sharing. We started strong with the brioche bread. My boyfriend's sister said she doesn't like bread, but she would definitely eat this! The lobster oil and house-whipped butter paired so beautifully that we could not stop eating the bread throughout dinner. The grand seafood tower contained half a crab, oysters, mussels/clams, prawns, and scallop crudo. I thought the tower was okay, as I'm not a big fan of oysters, but the crab was fresh! It would also make more sense to provide the crackers with the tower, as I was confused whether I needed to just crack it by hand. For mains, I did not manage to try the venison feature as I am not a fan of deer, but my boyfriend said it was okay. However, the porterhouse was delicious and cooked perfectly medium rare. I really liked the truffle mashed potatoes that accompanied it. Another dish I really loved was the rigatoni. It comes with pieces of lobster in the pasta and scallops/prawns on top. The sauce was savoury with a bit of spice, and the rigatoni was al dente. This is likely the dish I would order again (along with the brioche!). At the end of the night, we brought in a cake to be served. The server was kind to waive the cake-cutting fee. Just a note that for any diners who plan to bring a cake, a form has to be filled out. We were also given a complimentary dessert for my boyfriend's dad. It was a decadent chocolate cake with a creamy strawberry sauce. Sadly, we were too full to finish it all. Service was on point with regular water fills, plate changes, and check-ins. Since the price point is quite high, I think this is a great place for special occasions where splurging is needed. However, with a bigger party, sharing style can be more affordable for upscale dining.

    Mr. and Mrs. Salcido in Vancouver
    Margie S.

    Excellent service by Hershey our waitress, food was Excellent... the wait was a bit by the chef Archie But all worthwhile... Thanks to the hostess who helped us & gave us a very nice table. Overall I give this place a 10!!! My husband loved his food & service! Thanks to the manager on cking on us. 10 on the Ambiance!

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    Stephanie N.

    It was my first time at Riley's for happy hour. There was so much to choose from the happy hour menu. All the dishes we ordered were delicious and I loved that there was a mocktail deal for happy hour too. We sat inside and it was beautiful, I loved the greenery and lighting. We had to wait a bit to be seated and my chair was dirty so I wiped it with a cloth napkin. I would definitely go back for happy hour.

    Alyra C.

    Had the Coq au vin and the coconut Martini. Food was delicious. I will say i havent had this level of customer service in a long time. The waitress checked on me a few times and so did a gentle man in a suit I assume ia the manager. Best customer service I've had in a long time

    Riley-s Brioche
    Melly T.

    For sure one of our fave restaurants in Vancouver! We went there for dinner on a Wednesday night and the place was packed. We were greeted by lovely hosts who immediately took our coats. We were then brought into the main dining room filled with beautiful lights and live music. You must order their famous garlic Gruyère brioche. It's a big piece of delightful bread served with garlic butter and lobster oil. You will not be disappointed. We had a VIP Amuse card from our concierge and boy were glad to taste the warm, mushroom risotto ball. We shared the lobster chowder for appetizer which was delicious. The hubby had the shrimp cocktail which he enjoyed. For entree, we ordered the branzino which was absolutely one of the best I've had! We also ordered the kid's chicken tenders for our son which was surprisingly delicious and we couldn't help ourselves to it. The batter was light and flavorful. Our waiter, Artem, was wonderful and brought out complimentary desserts to celebrate our son's bday. Definitely a must try restaurant if you are in town.

    Sablefish, scallops, and seafood pasta
    Azlin A.

    When you come ask for Roz. Trust me. She should be promoted to "accredited recommender" because everything she told us to get was AMAZING. We walked in on a Saturday night and they were able to sit us immediately, but I think in the future we would make a reservation ahead of time just in case. The oysters were as expected: fresh and delicious. The Tuna Crudo was buttery, and our main dishes were to die for. The sablefish is probably the best thing we ate during our whole entire trip. The dessert? We fought over the last bite and wished we would've gotten one for each of us instead of sharing lol. Lastly, we sniped our drinks but that was the only thing that didn't blow us away. They were still good though! They had some live music and it was at a comfortable volume, and the ambiance was very relaxing. All-in-all, it was a wonderful experience without some great food!

    Birthday table card~
    Jennifer T.

    My new favorite oyster place! We came for Happy Hour and were seated in the covered outside patio area with heaters. The decor was nice throughout the whole restaurant. They were able to turn off/on the heaters if it got too hot or cold, which we asked them to do as my head was getting toasty. We came to celebrate a birthday, and they prepared a birthday card and dessert at the end of the meal! It was such a nice gesture! Reading off the receipt, I think our server's name was Hershey - she was absolutely lovely for the entire duration we were there. We ordered a dozen oysters to start off with, along with Beef Carpaccio, Brussels Sprouts, and a Spicy Tomato Cream Steamer. For drinks, I got a Cranberry Orange Fizz, and my boyfriend got a Red Sangria. Everything was delicious! The oysters were very good that day, so we ended up ordering another dozen. Definitely will be back in the future for more Happy Hours~

    Miso and maple sablefish
    Luke Y.

    Price/quality (4/4): I've been here a number of times and everything was tasty every time. On my most recent visit, I had the salmon Wellington, which was quite special. The wine pairings were consistently good as well. Service (1/1): Service was friendly and effective. Ambiance: This restaurant has quite a lot of space, though the lighting and seating arrangements give it a pretty intimate vibe once you're seated. Would I come here again: Yes

    So good! I walked in. Marcela was super helpful, food (two appetizers for a solo traveler) was delicious. Will go back

    The incredible chocolate cake!! Big thank you to Jenna for convincing us to give it a try!
    Devon S.

    I brought my mom to Riley's Steak & Fish for lunch and was pleasantly surprised to discover they offer happy hour during the day--such an unexpected treat with amazing deals! First off, the space itself is stunning--elegant, bright, and beautifully designed, with a prime location that makes it perfect for a relaxed lunch or a classy night out. We sat in lounge and were lucky to be taken care of by Jenna (I suspect she may also be the bar manager). She was absolutely fantastic--knowledgeable, warm, fun and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu. Her recommendations made our visit. Food Highlights: * The sliders were far larger and more impressive than expected--done smash burger style, juicy and full of flavor. Easily one of my favorite items. * The truffle fries were the perfect pairing: crispy, delicious, and dangerously addictive. * The Wagyu carpaccio was exceptional--silky, rich, and beautifully presented. * The calamari was also delicious, lightly crisped and seasoned just right. Their happy hour cocktail and wine list is extensive and well-curated, making it easy to find something to suit any mood. At Jenna's insistence, we "just tried a bite" of the chocolate cake--and I'm so glad we did. It was decadent, deeply chocolatey, and truly the perfect finale. We've dined at all of the Glowbal Group restaurants, and I genuinely think Riley's might be my new favorite. Highly recommend checking them out--especially during happy hour. I'll definitely be back!

    John L.

    Had drinks, Happy Hour oysters and the place is amazing!! Loved it twice before our cruise. Service and setting are a 10!! Best bartenders ever! Both Oscar and Daniella!! Thank you. We will be back!!

    Riley's Bread
    Anson L.

    A coworker of mine was moving and was having a going away meal. They picked Riley's and I was quite intrigued knowing the name from looking around previously. It's hard to miss that they note their Michelin Star in the display case at the front of the restaurant. I didn't actually see the inside of the restaurant as we were seated outside. We could hear the live entertainment provided by the restaurant, as well as the music played by someone else hanging around on the Seawall. It was a chill experience outside and we were able to talk with each other without much difficulty save for the random noisy vehicle here and there. We had the bread as a share for the group. It was very tasty and a bit richer than I was used to. The lobster oil was a nice touch. I ordered the steak & frites for myself. I appreciated the nice rocket salad it came up. The fries were very good and well seasoned. I'm struggling a bit to know how good the steak was...as I normally don't have fancy restaurant steaks this much. I think the sauces were nice and there was definitely a nice crust while eating it. It didn't cut exactly as smooth as butter as you would hear, but it wasn't tough to cut in any sense. I also felt it may have been a tad underseasoned? Nonetheless, very tasty. I had a pretty good experience at Riley's. It was a nice fancy level experience to try once in a while. I imagine I'll keep this spot in the back of my mind in future if I want to tru something nice again.

    Yuze W.

    Overall, it was a great experience. It was my casual business trip with friends; we were all dressed casually rather than formally or business-style. The server was a bit judgemental about our attire and appearance. Initially, he placed us in a corner table near the washroom but i politely declined. Then he changed the table and the waitress was much more friendly. The lobsters, steak and prawns were all delicious. The prices were "great" with quotation marks - not cheap but premium and what you'd expect. The host was a bit disappointed but other than that, it was all good!

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    One of the best services I have received in my life so far! And, I am 63. Everything was great - the food, atmosphere, everything!

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