We saw that it was voted as the top 10 World Best Restaurant & decided to give it a try…read more Wowza! The servers were very friendly & helpful, since it was our first time there, she suggested that we try the sample menu for 4. In the sample menu, there were several appetizers presented. Let me tell you each dish was a WOW! The taste of each dish was fantastic, tantalizing to your tastebuds! For the sample menu Aka An Choi, we had Taro & Dips, Beef Carpaccio, Octopus skewers, Tiger Prawns, Bone Marrow, Steak Luc Lac, Clams Coconut, Crab Fried Rice (OMG!) AND... you get to chose 2 kinds of desserts which we chose Vietnamese Coffee Tiramisu & 3 layer Dessert. We also ordered their Egg Coffee, Coffee Pandan, Pandan Coco Tea & Calamansi Soda Chanh. I am putting the food reviews in each of the photos or else this review might turn into a novel. It is my first time there & definitely not my last Reservation with credit card only for dinner. The restaurant had a lovely atmosphere too.

This review is long overdue because I'm still recovering from the food coma. We came as a party of…read more6 and it was just enough food for everyone! Everything is a 10/10. We ordered: Beef Carpaccio w/ taro chips Garlic noodles Beef noodle soup Duck salad Che ba mau Calamansi soda Service was quick and great! The staff are all so friendly and they were speaking Vietnamese with my parents :') They also sell merch and I love the shirts! The environment is pretty cozy and intimate. Perfect for any occasion. I'll definitely come back again in the future. Tip: call to reserve a spot ahead of time :)

This review is based upon my ordering takeout. I made a special request off the menu and they…read morehonored it. I recommend checking & opening the containers before leaving the restaurant, however. I asked for vegetables to be cooked until very soft for my elderly mother's weak teeth. They were not cooked soft. Perhaps communication error. Nice family-run place. I am used to Chinese-American cooking, which this is not. It seems authentic Chinese. A mandarin-speaking couple was dining in while I was there. Prices were higher than what I was used to for Chinese takeout. But I am new to the area and this is an upscale neighborhood. If you have a yen for Chinese food, give it a try!

I love this restaurant. The food is authentic Chinese food not "renovated" mixed Chinese style and…read morewestern style food

Dropped by shortly after they completed their renos to catchup with a friend. We were seated in…read morethe "outdoor" patio area which had heaters running so your head felt hot but your feet were freezing cold. Considering I made the reso weeks in advance I was surprised they sat us outside.... I would probably not sit there again if I had a choice. I had a hash and it was very yummy.... good balance of vegetables, protein and carbs.

Came here with a group of 6, it was easy to get a reservation. It says online that bookings are…read moreonly for 1.5hrs but that's not the case. We just had some highballs and appies - I wasn't a big fan of their fries, it was soggy and pretty thick. Their spring rolls were really good though! Only thing, their space is small and on weekend night it gets busy and pretty loud. So wouldn't recommend if you're looking for a quiet dinner.

A great little pho spot in what is really the middle of a food desert - this is coming from someone…read morewho has been working / running daily errands in and out of the neighbourhood for just about 10 years and counting. At work, my coworkers occasionally pre-ordered their lunch at said 'the pho place' down the road, and I would ALWAYS know what they're having because the phos were so aromatic throughout the entire open office - very drool worthy. And by all means, my coworkers raved about their satay pho (next on my to-try list). I drove past a sandwich board heading home one day and it advertised something along the lines of happy hour pho - yes please! As a quick bit, this will suffice. With the happy hour menu, I had the OPTION to pick one of their 3 signature phos. For a first timer, the classic pho will really put the restaurant to the test! My classic pho was served in a prompt manner, served with the classic sprouts and sides, it was piping hot, and I really liked that the noodles were not overcooked and still retained a bit of bounce to it. All in all, it was a solid bowl of pho - served with a nice selection of classic meats: meatballs, sliced beef, tendon, a few pieces of tripe etc. The service was great a well, the lady manning the store was very speedy with service, friendly, and attentive. The only awkward thing is the location, it's a tad difficult to maneuver into their parking lot and the space are a wee tight, but that shouldn't ward anyone away. Cute little gem in hood!

Excellent! One of my most favorite places to visit when I'm back in Vancouver. The platter is…read moreawesome and has a little bit of everything. It has spring rolls, fresh rolls, baos, and yucca fries with spicy mayo. I usually opt to share this with my friend and then we'll get a curry or pho that the very lovely staff / kitchen will split into 2 bowls. Angels. The peanut satay bowl is truly amazing with the perfect level of spice and abundance of flavors. I'll always be back here; every visit to Van.

Who gave this spot anything less than 5 stars? I just want to talk lol. Seriously, were we…read moreexperiencing the same meal. Steep as it is, I decided I wanted a "quick little sushi lunch with a view", and a quick little sushi lunch with a few is exactly what I received. Although I don't recommend it, I walked right in from the street, no reservation, and was seated at the bar (in pretty casual street clothes I may add). I enjoyed a premium sake flight (which was fine...just fine), an old fashioned served with the perfect accompanying dark chocolate, and a good amount of sushi including their signature aburi style sushi in flight form and nigiri tuna flight (bluefin, chutoro, otoro). After visiting Japan last December, I'm a bit of an otoro snob but I have to hand it to them, all three of these cuts were perfect. The accompanying rice, perfection. The quality of the fish, divine. The view was the cherry on top of this experience. This will certainly be a spot I revisit next time I'm in Vancouver.

3.5 stars if I could…read more Excellent service from the staff. They were attentive, checked in periodically and very professional. Michelin starred quality in their service by how they explained the menu, brought out the food, came back around to refill waters. Just top notch service and elegantly so. The food was good but not of value. Their lunch set was a good introductory to what they offer. I enjoyed the food for its flavours and presentation but I thought that it was a bit overpriced. Don't get me wrong, it's beautiful, fresh and definitely elevated, but it was $50 for 10pcs of sushi, 2 appetizer sized samples of their appetizer or entree dishes, and miso soup (which we did not get and didn't realize till much later in the day). If you're wanting an upscale experience (and portion) of good quality food or wanting to impress other parties, then this is a nice spot. For regular eats, it's a bit too luxurious to be a casual thing in my opinion. The ambiance is nice and calm. They have a patio, which has a meh view overlooking the harbor, but beware of a breezy day. It will catch a bit of a wind tunnel. They have heaters and blankets but the heaters don't really reach unless you're sitting next to it.

Don at Kitsilano is so dope !!! The food is incredible ~ we tried so many things... the drinks are…read moreamazing, and the vibe was just right. Excellent care and service from the waiters and chefs !! Felt so welcomed. fire all round , 10/10 wud recommend can't wait to go back and bring the fam

We were just scrolling around after being in the area, and Don caught our eyes! Wasn't too busy for…read morea Saturday night-- but it was perfect because we got seated right away! Small and cozy restaurant, with good vibes for a date night out! Shoutout to our amazing waitress. She was so sweet and welcoming. I wish we got her name!! I had no expectations walking in and didn't have any expectations. I was surprised that the portions were actually decent. My boyfriend's favourite was the jumbo prawns-- he liked the texture and flavour! It was the opposite for me.. I thought the outside made it hard to eat and it was a little too salty for me. Their salmon don and chicken karaage was superb though. Flavours were on point for both and I just really enjoyed them overall. We both agreed that the beef tartare was nothing special. Didn't really taste the freshness of the beef. This was a pleasant experience overall!

I went about 5mins after they opened for lunch and was seated immediately, though there were…read morealready several groups inside. I got the vegetarian cauliflower and tofu khao soi curry (with wonton noodles) - it was delicious, flavorful, and perfect on a cold rainy day. Service was very friendly and the food came out quickly. This restaurant is great for solo dining - I went by myself and sat at the counter next to two women who were also dining solo.

Tried the century egg tofu appetizer, as well as the hot and sour seafood noodles and the duck…read morenoodles. The standout to me was how good the shrimp in the hot and sour seafood noodles was! Other than that, everything else was decently good. Service was nice and friendly. There's not too many seats inside, but there's also bar seating.

I recently had a multi-course dinner here and it was one of the more creative tasting menus I've…read moretried in a while. The meal had a lot of thoughtful presentation of Italian and Japanese cuisine and interesting flavor combinations. Lighting and ambience-- we were sat next to a bar. Staff were extremely friendly and answered all the questions. We started with the Union Bay oysters, served with wasabi sauce on one side and kimchi sauce on the other. The oysters were extremely fresh. The octopus course was beautifully prepared. It was grilled, smoked, and deep fried, paired with pickled radish on the outside along with parsley, a clam purée, potatoes, and croutons. The Hokkaido sweet potato croquette came with a tartar-like sauce, and Venetian soft cheese. The croquette itself was crisp on the outside and creamy inside. Next was Miyazaki A5 wagyu, served with basil sauce and pickled cabbage as a palate cleanser. The server recommended trying it without sauce first, which I agree with -- the beef is rich enough on its own. Flaky salt was offered if needed, but honestly it didn't need much. The Hokkaido uni omelet was probably the most visually creative dish of the night. The egg was glazed and you're meant to cut it open in the middle, where a yolk breaks apart and spills out. It's a really cool design, but flavor-wise it was a bit too rich for me. There's an extreme amount of butter and cream, and I personally felt it would have benefited from some rice or something to balance it. The Siberian caviar tajarin featured handmade Italian egg noodles with chives and caviar. Simple but very luxurious. Amazing fresh noodles. Later we had Australian A5 wagyu, sous vide to medium rare. On top of it came parmesan on one side and black truffle on the other, in a red wine jus. Another extremely rich but delicious course. The polenta, rolled in potato breading with corn emulsion and turnips, was a nice savory transition before dessert. This is a traditional Italian dish, but I'm not the biggest fan of starch. Boyfriend absolutely loved it. Dessert was a unique combination of pistachio, yuzu, olive cream, and quince. The olive cream (sugar and cream based) was surprisingly good and the citrus from the yuzu kept it from being overly heavy. Overall, the meal was creative and thoughtfully executed. Some dishes leaned a bit rich for my taste, but the presentation and technique were impressive throughout. Definitely a memorable dining experience.

We dined here on a weekday evening with a 6pm reservation and were seated promptly. The…read morerestaurant's mid‑century modern meets jazz‑club interior, with glossy wood, curved banquettes, and attentive lighting, is genuinely striking and elevates Chinatown's otherwise gritty streetscape. We were really excited for this dinner but our a la carte start didn't land as hoped. The Octopus Salad arrived notably salty, dominated by a hon‑dashi‑like punch that overwhelmed the otherwise tender octopus; its pairing with a bright parsley sauce felt discordant rather than balanced. The Tonno Mantecato was similarly heavy: closer to a warm smoked‑tuna potato salad than a refined crudo, its saltiness was intensified by the large amount of tobiko on the bruschetta. Portions run modest but the premium pricing accentuates the disconnect between expectation and flavor execution. We were further taken aback that half of the four mains on the menu were unavailable despite our early reservation within the first half‑hour of service. Being funneled toward chicken left a diner's question unanswered: why travel to a celebrated fusion restaurant only to eat something you could easily make at home? Service was uneven. Our server's brief, awkward question asking if it was my partner's birthday that night and responding with "cool" without even a "happy birthday" as a response was a missed opportunity for the warm hospitality this tier of dining usually delivers. I would verify dish availability as the a la carte menu and omakase offerings rotate, and mains can sell out early, it seems. They said they only prepared 5 servings of fish that night. While a visually gorgeous date‑night backdrop, the food is hit or miss and it's maybe not the best pick for milestone celebrations based on our experience.

All I can say is that everything at this restaurant was on point…read more Unfortunately, there was horrible traffic (due to the Marathon closures), and we were 1/2 hour late! But the wonderful hostess accommodated us, and I am so glad that she did! I cannot remember everything that we ate, but I know we got pork belly, dumplings, and duck rice cakes. OMG - everything was perfectly and authentically prepared! The wait staff was wonderful and so helpful with ordering and suggestions for eating. What a wonderful experience! We cannot wait to go back to Vancouver and eat at Bao Bei AGAIN!!

I would rate the 2.5 stars out of 5. We had a reservation…read morefor 6pm , soon after we arrived the restaurant packed up quickly. Almost all the tables were full. They have a selection of snacks and small plates.tapas style and meant for sharing. We ordered a couple of item, they came one by one about 10 minutes apart. The dishes would have tasted so much better if they had came all together. The kitchen couldn't keep up with all the orders. We sat right front of the kitchen where you can see through. The dishes were coming out very slowly. Mautou The short ribs were overcooked and kinda tough to chew. The daikon radish on it was delicious. The plate was sitting for a while so it was not very hot when we got it Dumpling Steamed prawn and scallop dumpling. It was nice and hot. Filling was very good. The wrapper was horrible, it tastes like the cheap super market kind. Sablefish Delicious. Very soft . Didn't feel very Asian . More French style Pea shots Highly recommend by the server. The vegetables was very old and half of it was tough to chew. The tips were edible. It was also sitting for a while before we received it. It was not hot. Barely warm Not very impressed with this place. It's probably the most expensive and worst tasting Chinese food we had. Was not satisfied

Had a great first time here . I will be back for the Tuna crudo and the scallops that I tried and…read morereally enjoyed in the tasting menu. Staff was attentive but not intrusive. We had the pleasure of having the owner Gigi paying us extra attention. Sadly the oysters weren't available on the day, so definitely will be back for those (could've been on account of it being a federal holiday and delivery didn't happen) All in all good experience, clean , nice bathroom on top (which is always a major indicator for me )

A real find for us. The chicken wings are the best and definitely many steps above the usual…read morefrozen, bagged ones for other places. The beer is reasonable priced and the owner is very friendly and personable. A great place in down town Vancouver.