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A photo of The Lobby Lounge and RawBar restaurant
1. The Lobby Lounge and RawBar
4.7
Exceptional(141)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Coal Harbour
The Lobby Lounge & RawBar offers a blend of design, art, music and fashion with the craft of cocktails and cuisine. Recognized as a MICHELIN Guide recommended destination in 2022, 2023, & 2024, the internationally recognized cocktail program provides a bespoke experience inspired by world travel and the stories it tells, expertly designed by a roster of some of the nation’s best bartenders, it represents a program that elevates Canada’s cocktail culture to the next level. The RawBar offers a variety of the freshest, sustainable sushi in the city. The RawBar menu is designed around showcasing the most seasonal, flavourful and high-quality ingredients paired with skillful presentation.
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2. Alouette Bistro
4.5
Awesome(219)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Aloutte translates as “Lark,” a beautiful and cosmopolitan songbird, that is easy to pronounce and instantly recognizable. Alouettte Bistro the restaurant borrows its culinary philosophies from the enduring dishes and methods of classic French bistros and invigorates them utilizing local West Coast flavors. Dishes like Coquille St Jacques and Steak Frites remain loyal to their French roots but redesigned with flavours that reconnoiter the beauty and variety of British Columbia.
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3. WestOak Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1562)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Yaletown
Booked 23 times today
Located in the heart of Yaletown, West Oak is a bustling, modern-rustic space featuring white oak décor and a buzzing open kitchen. Vancouver’s go-to spot for fine cuisine and a serene dining experience, West Oak is the perfect place for relaxed evenings among good company.With three exceptional menus, we have something for every time of the week:Monday - Friday Dinner from 3:00PM - 11:00PMSaturday & Sunday Brunch from 10:30AM - 3:00PMHappy Hour Everyday 3:00PM - 6:00PMDue to Covid-19 restrictions we will not be taking any parties larger than 6 guests. Thank you for your understanding.
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4. Showcase Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(540)
Price: Moderate
• Northwest • Coal Harbour
Booked 9 times today
Showcase Restaurant & Bar is one of Vancouver’s top casual dining restaurants. Located in the heart of Coal Harbour in the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, the Showcase menu is a reflection of Vancouver’s ethnicity with a diverse mix of flavours, influences and inspirations.Exceptionally delicious West Coast cuisine, served with impeccable service in a sophisticated and welcoming environment – Showcase is the place that locals and guests feel at home while discovering something new.If you are just looking for a place to relax and visit with friends and colleagues, join us in Showcase Bar. Watch a game, relax and enjoy one of our local beers on tap or a glass of wine.
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5. CHOP Steakhouse & Bar - Coal Harbour
4.5
Awesome(455)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Coal Harbour
Booked 19 times today
Chop Steakhouse & Bar Coal Harbour offers a remarkable steak dining experience, with views of Cruise Ships and the North Shore Mountains. Located near the West Convention Centre, this spot seems perfect for both business meals and casual enjoyment. Chop was created for people who love sharing, connecting and everything steak. We are proud to offer a menu that shares our commitment to sustainable beef sourcing, serving high-quality cuts of 100% Canadian beef. It isn’t just the meat that’s special – it’s also how we cook it. Our Montague broiler cooks at up to 1800 °F, giving a beautiful crust and flavour to every steak! We slow roast our prime rib in a humidity-controlled oven, keeping it mouth-watering and tender. And we put this level of care into each of our hand-crafted drinks, and from-scratch dishes, including plant-based and seafood options, with something for everyone to enjoy. Open for lunch, happy hour, dinner and late-night!
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6. Tap & Barrel • Olympic Village
4.5
Awesome(908)
Price: Moderate
• Canadian • False Creek
Booked 12 times today
Located on the False Creek Seawall in the heart of Olympic Village, our restaurant offers some of the best views in Vancouver! Enjoy elevated comfort food alongside an extensive drink menu while soaking in the breathtaking views of Science World, BC Place, and Rogers Arena. We are family-friendly with a full kid's menu in addition to gluten-friendly and plant-based menus. We look forward to hosting you!
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7. Capo & The Spritz
4.4
Awesome(26)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Yaletown
Booked 13 times today
Capo brings the comfort of a neighbourhood Italian spot with craveable pizzas, fresh pastas, and all the dishes you’ll dream about later. Nestled just off the lobby at OPUS, The Spritz serves up classic cocktails and inventive sips that make lingering a little too easy. Whether you’re in for a quick bite, an evening of drinks, or a leisurely dinner, this dynamic duo is where locals and visitors come to eat, drink, and stay a little longer.
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8. Tap & Barrel • Shipyards
4.6
Exceptional(1210)
Price: Moderate
• Canadian • North Vancouver
Booked 15 times today
Located in the heart of Lower Lonsdale, our restaurant offers some of the best views in North Vancouver! Enjoy elevated comfort food alongside an extensive drink menu while soaking in the breathtaking views of the Burrard Inlet and North Vancouver. We are family-friendly with a full kid's menu in addition to gluten-friendly and plant-based menus. We look forward to hosting you!
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9. Sempre Uno
4.8
Exceptional(295)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • North Vancouver
Booked 9 times today
Coming Soon!
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10. Novo Pizzeria & Wine Bar
4.5
Awesome(683)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fairview
Booked 4 times today
Novo Italian is a chef-driven trattoria in the heart of Kitsilano, featuring fresh pasta, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and a seasonal focus on farm-to-table dining expertly prepared by head chef Randy and his team. Our newly renovated dining room and bar takes inspiration from the Italo-Mid Century movement of 1960's Rome, featuring an intimate yet convivial dining atmosphere with walnut-clad walls and hand-blown Bocci light fixtures. Enjoy an Aperol Spritz or Peroni at our bar or on our patio pre or apres theatre. We welcome all for as long as one wishes to stay. Enjoy our classics like the Pappardelle Bolognese, wood-fired Gorgonzola Rocket Pizza as well as a plethora of seasonal share plates. Novo Italian is also happy to accommodate dietary restrictions, with several vegetarian, gluten free and protein forward dishes prepared in an authentic manner. Please call us to inquire for long-table parties up to 30 people.

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  • Benjamin
    Vancouver / British Columbia •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Modern upbeat restaurant, kind of in a longitudinal shape with two floors. It has a more open space and light vibe, less a dark or intimate setting. The server was really nice, the drinks (red wine, cocktail) were good. The bread as a starter was really good! It came hot and with browned butter. My wife had the filet mignon with a baked potato, all steaks came with asparagus and beets. It was good but not overwhelming. My rib eye was definitely more flavourful than her's, but after a few bites the saltiness of the rib eye hit me and it became a chore to finish it. After every bite I had to drink water. I'm not sure if a rib eye is supposed to be like this, or if they over-salted it, but i don't think I would come back here for this reason.
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    CHOP Steakhouse & Bar - Coal HarbourPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Coal Harbour
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    4.5
  • Rusty
    Vancouver / British Columbia •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A wonderful place for dinner before an event at the Orpheum.
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    WestOak RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Yaletown
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    4.7
  • Jane
    Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    We had a wonderful time, our server was very attentive and looked after us very well. Food was delicious and the ambiance relaxing. Will definitely return
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    Alouette BistroPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Downtown
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    4.5
  • Nicole
    Vancouver / British Columbia •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 2, 2025
    Was happy to see live music in the restaurant. The artist was very talented and it was a perfect addition to my friends birthday dinner. Great service be Danielle. Such a pro. The food was delicious all arround too. Everyone was so happy.
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    Showcase Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Northwest• Coal Harbour
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    4.6
  • Janet
    Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 6, 2025
    Always a fabulous environment for my business meetings and connections. Always feel like a VIP!
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    The Lobby Lounge and RawBarPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Coal Harbour
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    4.7

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