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L'Abattoir Restaurant, Vancouver, BC

L'Abattoir Restaurant

4.7
4.7
3564 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary French
Located in historic Gastown between Gaoler's Mews and Blood Alley, built in the 19th century on the site of Vancouver's first jail and originally buttressed to the city's main butchery and meat packing district, the name L'Abattoir pays homage to the neighbourhood's colourful past. Set in a refurbished brick and beam building combining classic French tile work with industrial fixtures and natural wood, the restaurant offers a bar and lounge, elevated dining room and a plush, light soaked atrium as well as private dining rooms. Chef/Owner Lee Cooper is dedicated to highlighting the finer points of eating & drinking in L'Abattoir's informed but informal setting. Service is expertly orchestrated to be unpretentious yet refined. The French-influenced West Coast fare is paired with the eclectic wine program and the bar team's innovative cocktail list to offer a truly unique dining experience.

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2 people

8:00 p.m.


Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French, Canadian, Contemporary Canadian

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (604) 568-1701 ext. 1

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    First Nations / Indigenous / Métis

  • Executive Chef

    Lee Cooper

  • Catering

    Please inquire with the Sales and Events team at 604-559-3011 or events{at}labattoir.ca

  • Private party facilities

    L’Abattoir’s Private Dining Room is a carefully orchestrated yet seemingly effortless affair. The private dining facilities are separate from the main restaurant dining room but the décor is an extension of our celebrated brick and beam style, with sleek, industrial glass and steel accents.

  • Private party contact

    Lainey Cuff: (604) 568-1701 ext. 2

  • Neighbourhood

    Gastown

  • Cross Street

    Water Street

  • Parking Details

    Metered street parking is available nearby on Cordova Street and Alexander Street. Alternatively, a parkade is available directly down the block, at 160 Water Street.

  • Public Transit

    Waterfront Station is 700 m / 9 minute walk away.

  • Entertainment

    Music is lively and eclectic, ranging from hip-hop and r&b to new wave and soul.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Chef's Menu

    $160.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Multicourse seasonal menu and optional wine pairings, visit labattoir.ca to view the current Chef's Menu. Due to the nature of this menu, dietary restrictions or menu modifications are unable to be accommodated and whole table participation is required. Prices are exclusive of taxes and gratuity. Limited availability nightly.
  • L'Abattoir + BETA5 Chef's Menu

    $160.00 per person

    May 21 - May 28, 2023
    Multicourse seasonal menu and optional wine pairings, visit labattoir.ca to view the current Chef's Menu. In celebration of our relaunch of Sunday dinner service, guests enjoying the Chef's Menu on May 21 and May 28th will receive a box of BETA5 + L'Abattoir chocolates to take home after their dining experience. Due to the nature of this menu, dietary restrictions or menu modifications are unable to be accommodated and whole table participation is required. Prices are exclusive of taxes and gratuity. Limited availability nightly.
  • 2010 Prix Fixe

    $75.00 per person

    Jun 11 - Oct 19, 2023
    In celebration of our 13th anniversary, experience Chef Lee Cooper's three course menu made up of some of our original dishes and 2010 pricing from June 11th until October 19th. Limited seating available between 5:00pm and 5:45pm daily. No payment is required upon booking, the menu cost of $75 plus tax and gratuity is due at the restaurant. We request a credit card number to confirm all reservations, a $50 charge per person will be applied in the case of a cancellation or “no-show” within 24 hours of the reservation.

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What 3,564 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver

    Great for fine wines

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The menu was too small and limited . The food was fantastic as always . More food options because it’s just so delicious
  2. PeterL

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was excellent. Small menu but good selection. Presentation was very good and food was delicious.
  3. Skipper604

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chef menu is very tasty and refreshing. They are very kind to accommodate us and switched one of the dish from lamb to steaks. The portions size is very generous and we barely able to finish the whole course. Highly recommended.
  4. MelissaS

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience from beginning to end! Staff is impeccable and food is a culinary delight. Sommelier was extremely knowledgeable. Our favorite restaurant so far in Vancouver!
  5. gyasoda

    Vancouver

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tried the Chef’s course menu at $160. Various hors d’oeuvres, with halibut and lamb based meals in between. Very nice. Services were excellent.
  6. LeoS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Waiter came across as pretentious and ruined the vibe of trying to enjoy my otherwise excellent expierience there
  7. GaryL

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great room, food, wine list, and service. But very noisy.
  8. asdfgal

    Vancouver

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Mother’s Day menu was spectacular: interesting and delicious. My adult children treated me to a wonderful dinner. The service was attentive and unobtrusive- altogether perfect.
  9. VancityTim

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Impeccable service and excellent food. A bit pricey. Parking is inconvenient.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and super service. We had the check’s menu and WOW. All the dishes were good and over half were AMAZING. YES We’ll be going again
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    They have to keep the standards up. Today was a 6. The radish with the halibut are no good match and with the gnocchi the mushrooms were out of proportions. Deserts 7. For the price they ask they have to improve.
  12. MamaG

    Vancouver

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is such a gem. Second time we came to do the chef's tasting menu. It's amazing.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on May 11, 2023Thank you for joining us again, we are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your Chef's Menu experience!

  13. JohnC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. Second time there. Was as best as the first.
  14. KBSF

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Overall, a good experience. We found the staff to be inconsistent and overall not up to the caliber we expected. The manager was excellent and attentive, and he selected a wine for us that exactly matched our description. The entrees were mixed, one superb, one very bland and not well-presented. Some upper level supervision and tightening of the ambiance and service provided down the line could turn this into an excellent restaurant.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on May 11, 2023Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your recent visit. It seems we fell short on a few things on the night you joined us and we are sorry to hear this. We appreciate your honest feedback and are glad that you enjoyed your meal overall. We will pass on your notes to our management team to address and hope to host you another time.

  15. BSquared

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The restaurant was charming and nicely decorated, but seating in the lower level was limited to one line of tables along a bench seat that ran the length of the room. We spent our entire meal listening to the neighboring table discuss politics and education. Blah. Online reviews said it was romantic, but we found that lacking. It was very brightly lit for a dinner meal. Staff and waiters were amazing and professional, the presentation of the food was elegant and visually appealing, but not worth the hefty price tag. The Steak Diane was tasty, but it was the most costly ala carte meal on the menu, so limiting the plate to one paltry potato wedge and 3 broccoli crowns seemed a bit stingy.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on May 11, 2023Thank you for your feedback, we have passed your notes on to our management team and appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. All the best, L'Abattoir Team.

  16. PierreG

    Vancouver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Excellent food. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Slow service.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on May 11, 2023Thank you for your honest feedback! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your meal and will check in with our team regarding the pace of service. Cheers.

  17. Elsa

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My partner and I traveled to Vancouver and celebrated my birthday at L'abattoir. We had a wonderful dining experience there. The staff was so on top of it, from introducing the dishes to accommodating our request. I appreciate the attention to detail. The food is just exquisite and delightful, I'd so visit again if I was in town again.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on May 11, 2023Thank you for letting us know about your recent experience! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your evening. Cheers!

  18. GregBrittain

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    I don't know what I should have expected but it was raw. The animals were noisy, and a bit overpriced. The wine was ok although wasn't as good as supermarket own brand.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Best food ever! Best chef ever! Knowledgeable staff, great wines, amazing ambience.
  20. EmilyW

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Some of the dishes were great and the service was excellent. There were a few misses with some of the dishes though. I probably wouldn't return
  21. ChristopherR

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing from start to finish. Andrew their wine director was incredible! Thank you for a wonderful evening.
  22. StephE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really delicious food all the way around. Fabulous service, lovely staff in both demeanor and presentation

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 20, 2023Thank you for letting us know about your recent experience. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit and look forward to hosting you again soon!

  23. AnnelisaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We did the Chefs menu tasting and it was amazing!
  24. KathyE

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding dinner, drinks and ambiance. Bartender Rob was fabulous, explaining various drinks and methods to us. Steak dinner was superb and service beyond excellence
  25. AnneH

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a last minute reservation and it did not disappoint. Great service and ambiance! Delicious food!
  26. Zahid

    Vancouver

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We did the chef's menu. What and experience. The food was amazing. Great quality and variety. The service was top notch. It's quite expensive, but was with it for an anniversary dinner.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 18, 2023Dear Zahid, thank you for letting us know about your recent experience at L'Abattoir Restaurant. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit and look forward to hosting you again soon!

  27. Hjamcewen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a pleasure to finally go! Thank you to the whole staff for the incredible service.
  28. GoodFood

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was great like always! Good atmosphere. Everyone at the restaurant was kind and good except the waitress who served us. I will always go back to this place in the future.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 20, 2023Thank you for dining with us again and for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal and will pass on your notes regarding service to our management team to address. We hope to host you again soon!

  29. JulieT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Expérience gastronomique formidable ! Une équipe de service attentionnée et dédiée complètement à la mise en valeur d'une carte d'exception. Que de beaux moments et une cuisine curieuse et inventive et mémorable!
  30. EduardoI

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Good service, food and ambient. Fully recommended
  31. ForrestM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and fantastic food, an overall perfect experience
  32. Guest

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    Would not recommend. The food had no flavor. The music was too loud so you could not hear people at your own table. The server was pompous and had no idea what he was saying. Over hyped. Would never recommend to a friend.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 8, 2023Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your visit, we are very sorry to hear that this was your experience. We have passed on your notes to our management team to address and we would love the opportunity to connect with you directly so that we can discuss your experience and remedy the situation. Please reach out to Richard, our restaurant manager, at richard[at]labattoir.ca

  33. JasonH

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a fantastic dinner at L'Abattoir last night for my wife's birthday. Had the Chef's Menu with the BC wine pairings. Really flavourful dishes, beautifully plated and presented, and excellent wine pairings from several of BC's top-tier quality wineries. Cocktails also terrific. Excellent service too - waiter and sommelier both took great care of us, and the kitchen staff presented and introduced each dish very well. Definitely recommend, especially for a special occasion dinner!

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 12, 2023Thank you for choosing to celebrate at L'Abattoir! We are glad to hear that you both enjoyed your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon.

  34. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience, from the renowned oysters all the way to the mille feuille. Tres bien - highly recommended!

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 6, 2023Thank you for dining with us and for taking the time to share with us about your visit! We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again soon.

  35. deniseb

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the chef tasting menu. Every dish was perfectly executed to promote a sense of enjoyment with every bite. The oyster was the best I have ever tasted. It melt in your mouth. The lamb was cooked to perfection and surrounded by a delicious, silk sauce. The portions were very generous and we left pretty full. The wine pairing was spot on. Not only did they do an exceptional job of pairing with each dish, but they gave extensive history of the winery and fermentation techniques which made me feel like I was learning more about wine production. The service and cadence was on par with any fine food restaurant.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 6, 2023Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words. Our team loves receiving feedback like this and will be excited to hear that you enjoyed your visit so much. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Cheers.

  36. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing kitchen did great all food was well season, will defiantly recommend all FOH and the service was also on point!

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 5, 2023We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again soon!

  37. BistroJ

    Calgary

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing lunch great food better service and champagne 🥂 how does it get better. Awesome

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 5, 2023Thank you for the great review! Cheers.

  38. Elena

    Monterrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, cozy space and excellent service. Overall, a great experience!

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on March 28, 2023Thanks for the great review and for dining with us!

  39. Tirnaju

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Eating in L'Abattoir was a whole new level of experience!

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on April 5, 2023Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review!

  40. RickK

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dined on Friday 24th March 23 Tasting menu consisted of excellent choices and well curated dishes. Amicable, knowledgeable, and friendly, yet professional servers. Noise level a bit on the high side but not disruptive. Very welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommended.

    L'Abattoir RestaurantResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your visit! We appreciate your honest feedback and hope to host you again soon.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

L'Abattoir Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 3564 OpenTable diners.

L'Abattoir Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

8:00 p.m.


Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for L'Abattoir Restaurant

217 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Water Street

  • Neighbourhood

    Gastown

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French, Canadian, Contemporary Canadian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Metered street parking is available nearby on Cordova Street and Alexander Street. Alternatively, a parkade is available directly down the block, at 160 Water Street.

  • Public Transit

    Waterfront Station is 700 m / 9 minute walk away.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    First Nations / Indigenous / Métis

  • Executive Chef

    Lee Cooper

  • Entertainment

    Music is lively and eclectic, ranging from hip-hop and r&b to new wave and soul.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (604) 568-1701 ext. 1

  • Catering

    Please inquire with the Sales and Events team at 604-559-3011 or events{at}labattoir.ca

  • Private party facilities

    L’Abattoir’s Private Dining Room is a carefully orchestrated yet seemingly effortless affair. The private dining facilities are separate from the main restaurant dining room but the décor is an extension of our celebrated brick and beam style, with sleek, industrial glass and steel accents.

  • Private party contact

    Lainey Cuff: (604) 568-1701 ext. 2

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