Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Vancouver

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience in Vancouver? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (209)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@info.ca
PRICE: $325 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

Top review

Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Celebrated my wife’s birthday! Really memorable and fun experience.

Grapes & Soda

4.8

4.8 (202)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Fairview

About the restaurant

An intimate restaurant featuring innovative cocktails and natural wine.

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Marina

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding food and cocktails great vibes very friendly and helpful staff

AMA

4.6

4.6 (34)

CAN$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Riley Park

About the restaurant

✨AMA RAW BAR✨
Where the lines between reality & fantasy blur.

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Neil

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Surprisingly excellent neighbourhood cocktail spot! We did not eat any food so disregard my food rating. The cocktails were all fantastic. The three of us tried 6 of their signature drinks and each one was great. Watching the chef at the raw bar was an added bonus. Quality. Will definitely return and we'll eat next time!

East is East Silk n' Spice - West Broadway

4.7

4.7 (702)

CAN$30 and under

Mediterranean

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

The original Silk n' Spice Restaurant in Kitsilano holds a special place in the hearts of our customers. With eleven years running, it is a place for new lovers to meet, and old lovers to rekindle romance.

Just like the Dhabbas of the the Silk Route, East is East is home to everyone. Artists, musicians, minstrels and youth eat next to business men, politicians and professionals. Come and experience the mystery and vibrancy of the east, right here in Vancouver.

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Kyle

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Absolutely incredible experience. Delicious food. Fantastic service.

Afternoon Tea - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

4.6

4.6 (1255)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Downtown

About the restaurant

A longstanding tradition at Hotel Vancouver, Notch8 is delighted to welcome guests for Afternoon Tea service from Wednesday through Sunday!

If your tiny tot is joining, we offer a Children's Tea featuring kid-friendly finger sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats. Afternoon Tea is served from Wednesday through Sunday only.

We are pleased to offer options catering to guests with specific dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, as well as dietary preferences including vegetarian diets. Please notify us at time of booking and we will be delighted to facilitate.

There is a 90 minute time limit for each reservation, if you have any questions or concerns prior to your visit please let us know.

For afternoon tea to go orders, please visit our website at www.notch8-dining.com

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sue

Dined 3 days ago

What a fabulous experience. Estelle our waitress was excellent. So lovely and friendly. I ordered a vegan afternoon tea which was delicious. My friend ordered the non-vegan afternoon tea. Both delicious. So with going to this fabulous hotel fir a delicious afternoon tea.

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Oku Izakaya

4.9

4.9 (97)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

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Ako

Dined 2 days ago

Omakase sushi that Takeshi (owner) made for us—all of them were as phenomenal as always. I can 100% recommend OKU to anyone who wants a Japanese dining experience where the chef selects and prepares a tasting menu of seasonal ingredients and dishes, leaving it up to the chef to create a unique and personalized meal.

Gotham Steakhouse and Bar

4.9

4.9 (3702)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Gotham is Vancouver's most awarded steakhouse featuring the finest Canada Prime beef, fresh seafood and local ingredients in season. Gotham features soaring ceilings, sumptuous leather and velvet upholstery, private dining rooms, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service. In the summer, Gotham boasts a serene urban oasis to enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco. The lounge features one of the city's best Happy Hours, and live music many nights throughout the week.

Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards
*** Does not accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

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Douglas

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful experience at Gotham as always. John provided great service and the food and ambiance were excellent. Definitely a Vancouver favourite!

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Elio Volpe

4.8

4.8 (103)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Fairview

About the restaurant

Taking cues from Italy’s storied south, with its famed coasts and islands, rich history, and relaxed lifestyle, Elio Volpe celebrates the best ingredients from the Pacific Northwest as inspired by il Mezzogiorno — the ancient seafaring term for the wind from the south, now colloquially used to describe that part of the country. Above all else, Elio, like its cousin Savio Volpe, celebrates liveliness, warmth and hospitality. Viva la convivialità!

Reservations are available for dinner from 5 pm to 10 pm every night, and for brunch on Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays from 10 am to 1:30 pm.

Please note, we are unable to accommodate outside food in the restaurant, including birthday cakes. We do our best to accommodate special requests but are unable to guarantee requests for specific tables.

We look forward to breaking bread with you!

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Armando

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing way to celebrate a birthday with a fantastic dinner. Everything was so good, octopus spiedini best part of the meal!

Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (324)

CAN$51 and over

European

Chinatown

About the restaurant

Small and intimate restaurant with a three course tasting menu. Contemporary small plates, excellent for sharing. Custom cocktails and a selection of boutique wines by the bottle or glass.

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Larissa

Dined 5 days ago

A fully satisfying gastronomical experience. Satisfaction level 100/10.

ELEM

4.7

4.7 (146)

CAN$51 and over

Global, International

Mount Pleasant

About the restaurant

ELEM is a new restaurant and cocktail lab on Main + 5th.

Guests can expect to indulge in Top Chef Canada alum Mayekar’s bold cooking, featuring creative flavour-packed dishes that highlight the unique spices from cuisines around the world with local ingredients, alongside Winnie Sun’s inventive, element-inspired and sustainability-driven cocktails.

ELEM’s food menu is an exploration of flavours and spices from all corners of the world, including Bangkok, California, Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Mumbai – all inspired by Mayekar’s extensive travels and Indian heritage. There will also be a big focus on local BC-grown ingredients.

The 2,946 square foot, 76-seat space was designed by Vancouver-based Marko Simcich Architect and features three dining spaces and an open window into the kitchen to see the chefs at work.

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johnVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Chef’s choice menu was excellent - all selections were amazing

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