Stumbled upon this place via Yelp (thanks fellow Yelpers) when we were in town for a cruise. So…read moreglad that we found it as the establishment was a gem. The owner and staff were so welcoming / made our dinner even more special. Restaurant has classy, modern, and hip decor. There's also a bar area for drinks. We had several of their pasta dishes and all were very good. Nice selection of wines, which we enjoyed with our meal. We had a large party (9 people) and they did a great job of serving us - meals came out quickly and efficiently. They really added to the specialness of our group vacation.

I met a friend here last night for an early-ish dinner. Made a reservation for 5:30pm and the…read morerestaurant was practically empty, save for a few diners outside on the patio and one or two occupied tables inside. The interior was super cute but small/intimate. This would be a good place to go on a date night as the volume inside wasn't deafening; you could easily carry on a conversation with your dining partners (surprisingly, I can't say this about many restaurants lately - especially in Yaletown!). The center of the restaurant is occupied by a bar-island. You'd think with a name like "Alchemy" that they'd be known for their cocktail concoctions here but, IMO, this cute place is more of a pasta/bistro/pub than a cocktail lounge. Their alcoholic beverage menu seemed more run-of-the-mill standard to me. Here are the positives: -the staff here are AMAZINGLY nice and attentive. Like, SO nice and friendly! -there's a pretty fast turnover time between ordering and receiving your foods and drinks. -as mentioned above, the restaurant is cute and intimate, there's a nice patio, and the interior volume is very reasonable. -they have a really good happy hour menu, and it's every single day, from 3-6pm. -they have a daily special, including "pasta Monday", where every pasta dish costs $17.95. -their everyday menu is pretty varied with quite a few options for "pub" food (i.e., pasta and pizza, chicken wings and burgers, and mains that include steak and salmon and chicken). Their desserts look pretty decent, too. (The creme brûlée sounds particularly good!). We were there for Happy Hour, so I got a glass of excellent pinot Grigio and my friend ordered a Malbec (or two!), and we shared a Margherita pizza and some tortilla chips with artichoke dip. The presentation of the chips and dip was amazing (a neighboring table had ordered this dish and it looked so good, we had to order it too). And both the pizza and the chips and dip were really good. Really good. The only reason I'm deducting a star is because there was a dirty napkin on the floor by my feet. That was kinda a turn-off for me. The rest of the table and restaurant were very clean. It was just this one dirty napkin. (I took a photo, attached). (Wish there was a way to just deduct half a star TBH). This was a fun local place, with very reasonable prices for good bistro-like fare, and the staff here was fantastic. I'd definitely return.

Fabulous business in Vancouver! I signed up for a cocktail making class and our instructor Aaron…read morewas amazing! I've always wanted to do something like this but have been a bit nervous to do so but he made the class fun, funny, and so easy! You have the chance to make 3 bespoke artisan cocktails during this 3 hour class, 2 of their signatures and then the 3rd Aaron let us pick! He made it so easy and explained each step well, also how to use the tools properly along with sharing some great tips on shaking, measuring and also the importance of balance in your cocktail. I enjoyed every minute as well as consuming the cocktails after... each so delicious made with their in house liquors. If I had room I would have bought several bottles with me to take home!

Aaron was absolutely fantastic. We came by and were so disappointed because there was a sign out…read moresaying they were closed for a private event. Aaron came out as we were looking for Plan B and let us know the event had just ended and they were open again. (5 loud cheers on the street for sure!) I tried both the Kyoto and Wet Work, enjoying them both. They would even work as a blend of one another. My dad accidentally ordered a chocolate martini instead of an espresso martini, and Aaron made it happen. (The entire table loved it! Take that poured over some ice cream and I'd be far too content!) My brother had the gin martini, and while not a fan of gin straight up, it had a nice smooth finish that I could appreciate.

We came on a weekday for a quick lunch. Service was fast and friendly…read more Croque Monsieur - sandwich was crispy and addicting. Very cheesy and decadent Mussels - decent portion of mussels. Cooked to just right Steak tartare - loved the flavours on the steak tartare. Interestingly the steak tartare was in chunks and not grinded which was welcome for me Chocolate nousse- okay but I would pass next time Fries and salad came with each dish. The fried are so addicting and morrish. A bit of old oil flavour which is understandable considering the amount they are frying. It's not crispy but instead very potatoey. The sauce that it comes with (like mayo) went so well with it. Could eats lots of it. Salad was also a welcome addition to make it feel a bit healthier Overall great little French lunch spot

In it's former incarnation, it was known as the Gramercy Grill. I went there on several occasions…read moreand was reasonably pleased with service, food and atmosphere. It has been reborn as a French Brasserie in recent years, and I've finally left my private confines and took a stroll over. I guess it was about time. I sampled a bunch of things. See my pics. No disappointment in anything that was consumed. Notice anything missing in the pic? No ketchup. For the French experience! The servers are Francophones. I really like the interior design.

Great place for a nice cocktail. Service was friendly and environment felt classy. They offer happy…read morehour deals as well.

Stopped for a hot toddy. Staff friendly and place was cute with tables to sit…read more Granville island very busy and we were lucky to find parking just outside on a side street.

Cool bar in the hotel lobby. Interesting drinks. Live music…read more Hotel was pretty busy and a bit noisy but a cool place.

Located in the lobby of the Rosewood Hotel this bar was the perfect pit stop, before and after…read moreevents. They truffle fries were crispy and delicious, ketchup not needed. The margaritas were consistently good, I have no complaints. The only downfall is the flimsy bar chairs. Although they are beautiful, I was nervous sitting in them and kept praying I didn't fall.

Behind Hundy Burger you'll find The Stock Room, a speakeasy with a playful mix of tropical charm…read moreand refined cocktail bar energy. It's cozy, stylish, and the drinks are crafted with serious skill. We tried their This or That summer cocktail feature (running until August 31), along with the Lost Luggage cocktail. For food, we had the featured sandwich (beef patty, truffle dijonnaise, smoked gouda, red wine mushrooms, pickled onion, and arugula) plus the classic bacon cheeseburger (stacked with bacon, cheese, pickles, lettuce, and Hundy sauce). Cocktails, burgers, and a speakeasy setting...what more could you ask for? Food 5/5 (one of the best and juiciest smash burgers I've had) Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Parking 4.5/5 (paid street parking)

I came with friends on a Saturday night, fully expecting to join a waitlist, but we were seated…read morewithin minutes and didn't feel rushed to order and leave (as tends to happen around big outing holidays like Halloween). We got the Golden Ticket, Lost Luggage, and Count Sheet, and thoroughly enjoyed our drinks and the hideaway atmosphere of the bar. Cute spot, will return!

Bar Asra is a charming, innovative, intimate neighbourhood gem. The cocktails are inventive while…read morestill being familiar, and have really thoughtful touches. I'm also a big fan of any cocktail menu which dedicates a page to each cocktail and really explains the drink from inception to ingredients to glass. The food menu is also filled with a great selection for snacking and sharing and there are plenty of options for an array of dietraty restrictions. T he restaurant also has a lovely patio on a quiet street, and an even more beautiful restaurant inside -- I think everyone wants to dine and drink under fairy lights! Service was also prompt, engaging and knowledgeable -- you could tell the staff liked being there and even on a first visit, we felt like regulars. Top marks for ambience, service and taste!

Ambiance is good, and it is priced as such. But the food and drinks were unfortunately quite meh…read more We came on a Friday night at around 10pm for happy hour snack and drinks. For food, we got the karaage and meatballs. Both items were plated nicely but flavor were just okay. Particularly the meatballs where very crumbly. Can barely pick one up with fork without it falling apart. For drinks, we got the plum Spritz and the ginger old fashion. For a bar, with drinks mostly priced around $18-20, they are not even using clear ice. Then, for the old fashion, they are using a huge slice of grapefruit as garnish which 1. Is so big that it keeps hitting my nose every time I take a sip and 2. On the menu is should have been a slice of orange. Service was quick and friendly, but unfortunately quite disappointed with the food and drinks.

This is one of the hidden gems in Kitsilano that is 1000% worth trying…read more The food and the kitchen are incredible, and a huge shout out to Wes who has made this place a welcoming environment. The vibe is old-school speakeasy, something you can't get from the chain restaurants in the area. Didn't get to try everything on the menu but definitely coming back for the food and the service try for yourself!

Only updating this to include the newer cocktail menu :) I've gotten sober since our last visit and…read morewas pleased to see some mocktail options. The earl grey sour was great!!! They also have 2 non-alcoholic beers - an IPA & Heineken 0

5 Stars for class and ambiance alone. It's like a reverse speakeasy. You see a guy in the ally next…read moreto the red light. He sees if they can accommodate - and then up an elevator you go (although we did learn they take reservations as well). There's both inside and outside seating. The seating is well appointed and comfortable. Drinks: Coked Up and Parker Chocolate Orange. Both were decadent. Coked up a bit sweet for my taste, but unique and was worth ordering. We had the Fish and Chip Cones. They're part of the Happy Hour Menu. They were an interesting fusion of sushi meets fish and chips. We've checked out various happy hour spots in Vancouver over the years. Most aren't worth the hype or sadly have gone out of business over the years. This one... we'll be back on our next visit to Vancouver. We'd probably also call for reservations as we got one of the last two tables!

This is a great little spot. The views are great! We didn't have reservations, so it was a 30…read moreminute wait to get a table. We just came in for a nightcap. The service was slow. They were very focused on a small birthday group, so it took a while just to get a drink order in. The drinks were fantastic. Definitely the highlight of the visit. I had an Affogato Martini and it was amazing. We would have stayed longer, but the music was so loud we couldn't hear each other. Nice venue, decent service, great drinks.

Very elegant fine dining service. You can have a cocktail, eat some fries, relax and go back to…read moreyour room. Top notch! high class

Top notch service once you step into this historical hotel, friendly smiles from all the staffs…read morewhen you are walking through the hallway towards the 1927 Lobby Lounge. Greeted by Natalie the gracious hostess and attended by our Server who made us felt right at home, started off with my B.C.75 cocktail and fully immersed into the lush & relaxing atmosphere of the lounge! Food is impeccably presented and tasted exquisite. Give yourself time and enjoy this Gem in the heart of Vancouver!