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Dovetail

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Good for special occasions
Hot spot

California inspired family-style share plates, cocktails & vibes. Offering flavours influenced from our experiences, paired with groovy house tunes, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and a sophisticated cocktail list.

For large parties please email reservations@dovetailrestaurant.ca

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From the OpenTable editors: Inspired by the relaxed sophistication of California dining, this stylish spot embraces boho west coast vibes with its soft neutral tones and natural fabrics. Seasonal ingredients are the throughline of a playful menu that ranges from carne asada to spicy vodka pasta. After dinner, classic cocktails and a funky soundtrack encourage diners to hang out longer.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(604) 336-1088
Website
https://www.dovetailrestaurant.ca/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
The back room of Yaletown’s Dovetail restaurant features an intimate space with a private bar. Available for semi-private or fully private bookings, this room is ideal for hosting birthdays, corporate events, and all of life's special celebrations.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (604) 336-1088

Location
1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3
Neighborhood
Yaletown
Parking details
None

Experiences

NYE Semi Private Dining Room
Dec 31, 2024 only
Join us in our semi private dining space for a more intimate experience.

Popular dishes

OlivesCA$6.00
rosemary & orange peel infused
Table BreadCA$10.00
sourdough focaccia, balsamic butter, rosemary salt
Tuna TartareCA$24.00
albacore, yuzu kosho, tofu, avocado, edamame, fried lotus
Bang Bang ShrimpCA$19.00
spicy aioli, scallions, pickled fresno
Butter Beef TatakiCA$20.00
crispy shallots, butter soy sauce, cilantro
Mochiko ChickenCA$21.00
smashed cucumber, gochu-mayo, lemon
Mushroom ToastCA$22.00
grilled brioche, oyster mushroom duxelles, sherry cream, pickled shallots
Carne Asada CA$20.00
marinated flank steak, salsa verde, pickled onion, cotija cheese, corn tortilla

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem LettuceCA$30.00
balsamic caesar, pangrattato, grana padano
KaleCA$14.00
roasted shallot, vinaigrette, almonds, feta
BrusselsCA$14.00
black garlic aioli, lemon, grana padano
BroccoliniCA$14.00
dukkah
Baby PotatoesCA$12.00
herbs, grana padano, garlic aioli
FriesCA$12.00
shaved grana padano, herbs, rosemary salt
Fennel CeleryCA$18.00
apple cider vinaigrette, granny smith, almonds, grana padano

Pasta

Spicy VodkaCA$29.00
lumaconi, calabrian chilli, pecorino
"Carbonara"CA$34.00
radiatore, double smoked bacon, soft egg, black pepper, pecorino
BoloCA$34.00
tagliatelle, slow cooked beef & pork ragu, grana padano
MushroomCA$31.00
mafaldine, oyster mushroom ragu, sherry cream, grana padano
Seasonal Plant Based PastaCA$28.00
vegan

Large Plates

12oz StriploinCA$65.00
Bradner Farms, Ashcroft BC Grass-Fed Hormone Free Beef
28oz Bone-In RibeyeCA$125.00
Bradner Farms, Ashcroft BC Grass-Fed Hormone Free Beef
SteelheadCA$49.00
12oz fillet, tarragon remoulade, lemon, herbs
Chicken ParmCA$34.00
panko parmesan breast, pomodoro, fior di latte, basil
BurgerCA$25.00
double patty, american cheese, onion, pickle, comeback sauce, seasame brioche bun, fries

Desserts

Lemon TiramisuCA$12.00
limoncello soaked lady fingers, mascarpone, lemon curd
AffogatoCA$8.00
tahitian vanilla gelato, Pallet Roasters, espresso
Chocolate BrownieCA$13.00
sponge toffee, tahitian vanilla gelato, chocolate sauce, maldon salt

What 317 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver / British Columbia
Hot spot
Vancouver / British Columbia
Contemporary Canadian
Vancouver
Hot spot
Vancouver
Most Booked

Review summary

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Dovetail in Vancouver is a culinary gem with "amazing food and service." The menu is praised for its variety and quality, with standout dishes like the spicy vodka pasta and bang bang shrimp. The atmosphere is vibrant and chic, perfect for casual dining or special occasions. Despite occasional noise, the "friendly and attentive staff" ensure a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for its delicious offerings and exceptional service.

317 Reviews

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Reema
VIP
Yorkshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service? Good atmosphere and my food was delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Anika was the best server I have ever had. I’d rather never go to another restaurant again than be served by anyone else. She is a queen, a mentor, a vision. I couldn’t have dreamed up service like this if heaven brought down servers and gave them to me at a nice restaurant. The timing was impeccable and Anika deserves a raise of at least 69% PER YEAR. This feels like it’s almost too much, but it’s not. If i met Anika in a dream, I’d wish it was real life.
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Jun
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s one of my favorite restaurants in Yaletown. Good food, drinks, vibes and staffs! Really enjoyed every time I was there.
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Natasha
VIP
Vancouver
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food & service were very good. It’s a younger crowd- so with that comes a few things- 1. It was very loud. 2. The female staff were very casually dressed (most wearing crop tops). I’m all for ladies wearing what they want- but in a restaurant trying to be upscale- I would expect the staff to be dressed more appropriately. We were sat on the enclosed patio . With heaters it was still cold.
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Kevin
VIP
Vancouver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent happy hour menu. Smash burgers were both (beef and salmon) good and the salmon one was unique and worked (much to my surorise)x baby gem caesar salad was excellent as were the bang bang shrimp. The desserts were phenomenal especially the lemon tiramisus. We had two drinks, two mains, two sides and a dessert and it was under $100 before tax and tip. Highly recommend.
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Bill
VIP
Vancouver
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good but we had eggshells in our pasta. Server was really good about it and took care of it.
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Jorge
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious, the salmon burger is a bit small
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vivian
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came here for an anniversary dinner, our server went above and beyond with amazing recommendations and service. Would love to come back and try more food!!
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Kitty
Vancouver
197 reviews
5.0
197 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time at Dovetail! The ambiance was really elevated but relaxing, and the service was super friendly! We ordered the bang bang shrimp, the bolo pasta, the mushroom pasta, the raspberry mojito and the paloma. Everything was delicious! It’s a lovely spot for a date night or to have a meal with friends. I look forward to coming back to try more!
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Iqbal
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been to Dovetail three times now, and each visit has been outstanding. The service is always warm and attentive, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The food is nothing short of exceptional – each dish is perfectly prepared with fresh ingredients and bold flavors that never disappoint. This place has quickly become my new favorite spot, and I can’t recommend it enough!
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FAQs

Dovetail is rated 4.8 stars by 317 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Experiences are available.

1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3

Additional information

Neighborhood
Yaletown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.dovetailrestaurant.ca/
Phone number
(604) 336-1088
Private party facilities
The back room of Yaletown’s Dovetail restaurant features an intimate space with a private bar. Available for semi-private or fully private bookings, this room is ideal for hosting birthdays, corporate events, and all of life's special celebrations.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (604) 336-1088

Dovetail

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

Private dining

Additional information

NYE Semi Private Dining Room

Lemon Tiramisu

Mushroom Toast

Butter Beef Tataki

Small Plates

OlivesCA$6.00

Table BreadCA$10.00

Tuna TartareCA$24.00

Bang Bang ShrimpCA$19.00

Butter Beef TatakiCA$20.00

Mochiko ChickenCA$21.00

Mushroom ToastCA$22.00

Carne Asada CA$20.00

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem LettuceCA$30.00

KaleCA$14.00

BrusselsCA$14.00

BroccoliniCA$14.00

Baby PotatoesCA$12.00

FriesCA$12.00

Fennel CeleryCA$18.00

Pasta

Spicy VodkaCA$29.00

"Carbonara"CA$34.00

BoloCA$34.00

MushroomCA$31.00

Seasonal Plant Based PastaCA$28.00

Large Plates

12oz StriploinCA$65.00

28oz Bone-In RibeyeCA$125.00

SteelheadCA$49.00

Chicken ParmCA$34.00

BurgerCA$25.00

Desserts

Lemon TiramisuCA$12.00

AffogatoCA$8.00

Chocolate BrownieCA$13.00

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