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 "A symphony of culinary sensations" |
433 Robson Street Westin Grand Vancouver Vancouver, BC V6B 6L9 Canada +1 604 647 2521 http://www.westingrandvancouve... |
The grand piano-shaped Westin Grand Vancouver and its elegant West Coast restaurant are making good culinary music together with the help of executive chef Alden Kiland. An expansive staircase leads to the entrance. Cool azure tones, warm woodwork, diffused lighting and modern furnishings create a relaxed mood. Dining here is refined. Only the freshest Pacific Northwest ingredients are used. But don't forget to try the following, Ahi Tuna and Pacific Prawn Tower with Avocado, Cucumber and Toasted Black Sesame Oven Roasted Breast of Wendzel Duck with Sun Dried Bing Cherry Jus and Flourless Chocolate Lava Cake...Phew! They are all signature dishes of Aria! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining for business travellers |
801 West Georgia Street Crowne Plaza Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 1P7 Canada +1 604 682 5566 http://www.hotelgeorgia.bc.ca/ |
This centrally-located restaurant offers all-day dining. After a morning of shopping or business meetings, you can rest your legs and enjoy "High Tea." Enjoy elegant sandwiches, pastries, cakes and scones with cream and strawberry preserve during this time-honoured British tradition. The lunch and dinner menus offer a selection of meat and vegetable dishes. Favourites include the Teriyaki Salmon with rice and vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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West Coast cuisine, casual atmosphere |
2549 Cambie Street Vancouver, BC V5Z 3Y6 Canada +1 604 874 7133 |
This intimate and casual bistro serves West Coast cuisine. The fresh pasta dishes and range of sauces are among the specialties. The sauces, as well as the bread, desserts and ice cream are all made on the premises. Crispy duck breast with caramelized onion and brie soufflé is a signature dish. Seafood lovers enjoy the Ahi Tuna in a sesame seed crust served with mashed potatoes. Wine is served by the glass and beers are available on tap. Entrees range from CAD12-22. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant west coast dining |
2183 West Fourth Avenue Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7 Canada +1 604 738 2025 http://www.bishopsonline.com/ |
Elegant, intimate and one of the city's top restaurants, this spot is perfect for a quiet evening out with friends or a romantic dinner. This quiet, spare décor may at first seem unimpressive, but the gourmet West Coast cuisine and famously personalized service make it glitter. It was good enough for Clinton and Gorbachev when they were in town. The menu changes weekly, but past selections have included Saltspring Island Mussels steamed in Sake, and Roasted Duck Breast with Navy Bean Cassoulet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Premier seafood destination |
2-1600 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L9 Canada +1 604 681 1164 http://www.crestaurant.com/ |
This restaurant's award-winning, Pacific Ocean-inspired creations impress critics, gourmands and newbie visitors alike. It also has one of the most spectacular views in the city. Its hip, spare, neutral decor features a two-storey glass window that gives every diner magnificent views. Among the delicacies offered are a variety of caviars (30 gram Iranian Caviar Tasting, CAD275), and fresh oysters at the raw bar with wasabi-infused salmon caviar (CAD4.50) or Caspian caviar, crème fraiche and gold leaf (CAD8). Roasted Dungeness Crab Stuffed Turbot (CAD37.50) is among the entree selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Salmon by the sea |
2205 Commissioner Street Vancouver, BC V5L 1A4 Canada +1 604 254 9606 / +1 877 254 9606 (Toll free) http://www.canneryseafood.com/ |
This elegant Vancouver establishment has been serving salmon by the sea since 1971. Located on the harbour front, it is housed in a building that once served as a fishing cannery. The nautical themed dining room's low lighting creates a romantic mood. The view, however, is the real draw. It allows glimpses of the ocean, mountains and sea lions. Seafood is the specialty. Start with a Tartare Medley (Ahi Tuna, Salmon and Scallop) and move on to the luxurious Salmon Wellington (Salmon, Shrimp and Mushrooms in puff pastry). The restaurant guarantees a 55-minute lunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bright and friendly |
1540 Old Bridge Street Vancouver, BC V6H 3S6 Canada +1 604 647 2287 http://www.thecatsmeow.ca/ |
Repeatedly the winner of the local Golden Plate Award for appetizers and soups, this young restaurant impresses Granville Island visitors and professionals with its contemporary grub and friendly atmosphere. It has high ceilings with colourful walls, bright canvases and a small stage, where local jazz and roots musicians play weekly. Guests enjoy lounging on the large outdoor patio overlooking a bridge and a lagoon. Try the Steak with Mushroom Sauce or the tender Steamed Salmon. Pastas, salads, soups, sandwiches; they are all delicious. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top power-meal in the city |
791 West Georgia Street 2nd Level, Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 2T4 Canada +1 604 689 9333 http://www.fourseasons.com/ |
This place has garnered high praise for its inventive contemporary cuisine. For years, local critics have voted it the city's top business restaurant. Situated in the Four Seasons Hotel, the dining space is formal, with black leather seats, dark wood accents and a grand fireplace. Brunch, lunch or dinner, the kitchen serves up fine meals ranging from original Pacific Rim creations to modern takes on old-world classics. The seared and roasted duck in a blackberry-licorice sauce is a tender treat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale harbour front dining |
1133 West Hastings St (Renaissance Hotel) Vancouver, BC V6E 3T3 Canada +1 604 691 2777 |
This romantic hotel restaurant serves West Coast-inspired cuisine that ranges from steaks and salmon to pastas and salads. The elegant atmosphere makes it perfect for quiet business meetings or romantic dinners for two. It has modern decor, brightly hued-walls and white linen covered tables. The menu includes appetizers such as Ratatouille Goat Cheese in Phyllo and Coal Harbour Indian candied salmon. The Cedar-baked salmon, simmered with multi-grains, berries, and white wine Zinfandel buerre blanc, is one of the house specialties. There are many seafood and vegetarian selections, including pastas and special salads. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant fusion |
645 Howe Street Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 2Y9 Canada +1 604 602 7788 http://www.metropolitan.com |
This much-acclaimed establishment recently received the title of "Vancouver's Best Restaurant" from Gourmet Magazine's second annual readers' poll. The large open kitchen and naturally lit lounge create the elegant environment. The culinary experience here includes a 350-vintage wine list and a menu with Pacific Northwest staples varying from seafood (maple smoked Queen Charlotte scallops) to pasta (pheasant confit tortellini). Main courses emphasize large pieces of meat and fish (venison tenderloin). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale award-winner |
309-999 Canada Place (The Pan Pacific Hotel) Vancouver, BC V6C 3B5 Canada +1 604 891 2892 / +1 604 662 8111 http://www.dinepanpacific.com/ |
Both the cuisine and views are delicious at this elegant five-star restaurant in the Pan Pacific Hotel. The Lion's Gate Bridge, North Shore Mountains, and Coal Harbour provide a backdrop to the restaurant's contemporary West Coast cuisine. Classy, elegant and modern; adjectives that perfectly describe this 110-seat city dining room. International cuisine is served here, with a selection of West Coast specialties. Try the Grilled Rare Ahi Tuna or the Roasted Baby Chicken Breast infused with wild mushrooms. A fine wine list and dessert menu await your perusal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best Sunday brunch |
845 Burrard Street Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6 Canada +1 604 642 2900 / +1 604 682 5511 (Hotel) http://www.vancouver.suttonpla... |
This restaurant is famous for serving a scrumptious Sunday brunch. The choices include chef-prepared omelettes, crêpes, seafood specials, and many desserts. Every detail about this restaurant is refined. It has the atmosphere of a posh manor, with classical music drifting through the air. Lunch and dinner, and a variety of teas from classic English to traditional Japanese, are served. The Chocoholic Bar, served every Thursday, Friday and Saturday is immensely popular. The buffet is heavily laden with chocolate goodies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Keeps the business crowd happy |
1088 Burrard Street Sheraton Wall Centre Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R9 Canada +1 604 893 7150 / +1 604 331 1000 (Hotel) http://www.sheratonwallcentre.... |
This elegant restaurant is located in the Sheraton Wall Centre and has views of the bustling downtown concourse. The décor features colourful tapestries, paintings, glasswork and hardwood floors. The white table linens add class. The cuisine is a mixture of central European and West Coast fare. From breakfast to nightcap desserts, the menu covers it. The Chateaubriand is one of the house specialties, made with aromatic fresh herbs and accented with sauces, veggies and mushroom potatoes. The wine list includes more than 100 labels, including several rare vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dine by the sea |
333 Menchions Mews Vancouver, BC V6G 3H5 Canada +1 604 689 5438 http://www.liftbarandgrill.com/ |
Posh and classy, this restaurant offers some great views of the Coal Harbor cityscape, the North Shore Mountains and Stanley Park. If you can tear your sights away from these breathtaking views, it would be only to ravage through an extensive menu, serving some of the best chicken and fish dishes one can find. The staff is welcoming and the service is in keeping with the smart and cheerful décor, which is accentuated by two outdoor fireplaces. Bite into some lip-smacking Crab Rolls, followed by Chicken Breast and Warm Honey Potato Salad. Pairing up a dish with wine does not require an expert, for the list is full of Canadian and international favorites. At the end of it all, you may be presented with a rather hefty bill, but for the food, ambience and service, it's worth every cent! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coast Salish longhouse |
1724 Davie Street (near Denman) Vancouver, BC V6G 1W2 Canada +1 604 681 7044 http://www.liliget.com/ |
Liliget is a Salish word for 'the place where people come to feast'. Located downtown, this truly unique restaurant is built in the form of a Coast Salish longhouse, complete with cedar tables and benches, wooden paths and loose pebbles. West Coast Native art fills the space. Authentic regional dishes made from halibut, salmon and caribou are cooked over a green-alderwood grill. The Potlach Platter is a good sampler's choice - Barbecued Oysters, Salmon, Prawns and Wild Game served with Wild Rice, Steamed Ferns and Sweet Potato. A bottle of British Columbia wine from the modest list complements the all-local cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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B.C.'s biggest outdoor patio |
770 Pacific Blvd S Vancouver, BC V5Z 4R3 Canada +1 604 683 4436 |
Thanks to new management and residential development in the deserted fairgrounds, this sports grill has been recently reborn. The 350-seat dining room has large opening windows and a 400-seat patio; B.C.'s biggest. The sporty and young crowd enjoys views of False Creek, and there are heavy oak furnishings inside. Mile High Nachos, Oven-Roasted chicken, Sauce-Smothered Ribs and meatless burgers are a few house specialties. However, there are many more to pick from the extensive menu, including appetizers, spirits and desserts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A deluge of flavours |
2526 Main Street Vancouver, BC V5T 3E4 Canada +1 604 879 4001 |
This hip place explores and blends Asian cuisine from India to China with modern West Coast bistro-style cooking. The space is narrow, with tables lining one wall and bar stools the other. The use of turquoise and terracotta paint creates a vibrant warmth, while tropical plants and exposed brick complete the rustic charm. The Panir Kofta (Indian cheese rolled into balls and stuffed with almond and raisins) with Masala Sauce is a good place to start sampling. A pint of India Pale Ale keeps the palate cool. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian and Mediterranean fusion |
567 Hornby Street Le Soleil Hotel Vancouver, BC V6C 2E8 Canada +1 604 689 8862 http://www.lesoleilhotel.com |
The name is the combination of the words Oriental and Italian, and the cooking itself is a mixture of Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. This upscale, two-level restaurant downtown features dark-wood accents, metal castings, and ceiling medallions. It also has a three-dimensional mural that stretches to the staircase leading to the balcony. Try the Brined Pork Tenderloin Spring Rolls with a passion fruit sweet soy glaze to start, or the seared Black and White Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with wasabi cream and jasmine rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pacific Rim cuisine with karaoke |
195 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V5Y 1P4 Canada +1 604 879 7337 |
The area is dimly lit and suitable for romantic dining. Diners can opt for the covered patio for more light with their meals. Indoors, fishing net-like hangings drape from the ceiling. There is a fireplace on one side and a karaoke stage on the other. Every night brings a different menu: Monday is Thai, Tuesday is Vietnamese, Wednesday is Indonesian, Thursday is Japanese, Friday is Chinese, Saturday is Korean and Sunday is Singaporean. Regular tables include salads, appetizers, desserts and Asian favourites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh-Shucked Oysters |
1228 Hamilton St Vancouver, BC V6B 2S8 Canada +1 604 609 0080 http://www.rodneysoysterhouse.com |
Simple, fresh food in a casual setting. Situated in a revamped turn-of-the-century warehouse, this place has concrete floors, stainless steel oyster bars and counters, and a very nautical feel. It is usually filled with casual young professionals slurping down oysters after finishing slaving away at their jobs in the area. There are oysters aplenty, from $1 for local varieties to $3 for Cape Cod imports. Malpeques and Cotuits are the house favourites. Be sure and try the cream and booze-laden clam chowder. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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