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Dovetail

Name: Dovetail
Address: 1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6B 1S3
Telephone: (604) 336-1088
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.8

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CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3

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2 people

May 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 72 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for happy hour

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

Why they're an Icon

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.

Additional information

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
Neighbourhood
Yaletown
Parking details
None

Private dining

Popular dishes

Olives$11.00
rosemary & orange peel infused
Table Bread$10.00
focaccia, balsamic butter, rosemary salt
Shishitos$14.00
sesame salt, horseradish cream, togarashi
Tuna Tartare$24.00
albacore, yuzu kosho, tofu, avocado, edamame, fried lotus
Meatballs$24.00
whipped ricotta, grilled focaccia, tomato sauce
Bang Bang Shrimp$22.00
spicy aioli, chives, pickled fresno
Butter Beef Tataki$23.00
crispy shallots, butter soy sauce, cilantro
Mochiko Chicken$22.00
marinated cucumber, gochu-mayo, lemon
Carne Asada $21.00
marinated flank steak, salsa verde, pickled onion, cotija cheese, corn tortilla

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem Lettuce$31.00
balsamic caesar, pangrattato, grana padano
Brussels$15.00
black garlic aioli, lemon, grana padano
Broccolini$15.00
roasted shallot vinaigrette, crispy shallots
Baby Potatoes$13.00
herbs, garlic aioli
Fries$12.00
shaved grana padano, herbs, rosemary salt

Pasta

Spicy Vodka$30.00
lumaconi, calabrian chilli, pecorino
"Carbonara"$34.00
radiatore, double smoked bacon, soft egg, black pepper, pecorino
Bolo$34.00
tagliatelle, slow cooked beef & pork ragu, pecorino
Mushroom$31.00
mafaldine, mushroom ragu, sherry cream, grana padano
Rotating Plant-Based Pasta$28.00

Large Plates

12oz Striploin$65.00
chimichurri, horseradish cream
28oz Bone-In Ribeye$115.00
chimichurri, horseradish cream
Steelhead$49.00
12oz fillet, tarragon remoulade, lemon, herbs
Chicken Parm$34.00
panko parmesan breast, pomodoro, fior di latte, basil
Burger$25.00
double patty, comeback sauce, onion, pickle, american cheese, fries

Desserts

Pistachio Cheesecake$18.00
toasted coconut filo, pistachio butter, milk chocolate
Lemon Tiramisu$12.00
limoncello soaked lady fingers, mascarpone, lemon curd
Chocolate Brownie$13.00
sponge toffee, tahitian vanilla gelato, chocolate sauce, maldon salt
Affogato$8.00
tahitian vanilla gelato, Pallet Roasters, espresso
Passionfruit Sorbet$6.00

What 415 people are saying

Dovetail reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dovetail in Vancouver is celebrated for its "amazing pasta" and "fantastic service." Diners rave about the "spicy vodka pasta" and "bang bang shrimp," while the restaurant's inviting and "relaxed atmosphere" enhances the dining experience. It's a "must-visit" for both special occasions and casual meet-ups, offering delightful meals and warm hospitality.

415 Reviews

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Shane
Omaha6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and service. They made one minor error on one of our dishes and I mean minor. As a result of this, they took off all the cost of our main dishes. This was not expected and wasn’t necessary. They stated that they did not meet their own standards. Incredible. Will definitely go back. Loved our server, she attended to all our dietary needs.
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Kaela VIP
Vancouver13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alicia was amazing - she was so knowledgeable about the menu, always topped up our wine and made sure we had everything we needed.
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Brynn
Washington DC18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant in Vancouver. SO many good food choices but the Spicy Vodka and Chicken Parm are 💯
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Lorri
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience at Dovetail today was one of a kind. We were extremely impressed. The service was excellent.
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Melonie
Vancouver6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing pasta, bread and olives. Highly recommend.
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elsa
Vancouver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sydney out server was the bomb! It was my mom’s 60th birthday, I went in with my sister and mom and we had the absolute best time! Dovetail has the best steak and amazing, fresh pasta dishes. I was so happy to take my mom there for her birthday , we had so much fun and the atmosphere and vibes where so so fantastic ✨🕺🏻💕
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Josephine
Vancouver2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing there, but I found the servers kind of pushy and it felt rushed. This was a lunch meal with minimal guests in the restaurant.
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Geoff
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very friendly staff! Tasty food. Need more selection for the menu.
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Navneet
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to celebrate my birthday and everything was amazing. The service was quick and she was very helpful. We ordered the bang bang shrimp and butter beef tataki for starters and they did not disappoint. For entrees we have the Carbonara and Spicy Vodka pasta. Both delicious!! Well definitely come back!
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Raj VIP
Vancouver32 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great evening at Dovetail, the food was delicious, service was excellent and yummy drinks! Will definitely go again!
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FAQs

Dovetail is rated 4.8 stars by 415 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 72 times today

1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3

Additional information

Neighbourhood
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

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Private Events

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Lemon Tiramisu

Mushroom

Butter Beef Tataki

Small Plates

Olives$11.00

Table Bread$10.00

Shishitos$14.00

Tuna Tartare$24.00

Meatballs$24.00

Bang Bang Shrimp$22.00

Butter Beef Tataki$23.00

Mochiko Chicken$22.00

Carne Asada $21.00

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem Lettuce$31.00

Brussels$15.00

Broccolini$15.00

Baby Potatoes$13.00

Fries$12.00

Pasta

Spicy Vodka$30.00

"Carbonara"$34.00

Bolo$34.00

Mushroom$31.00

Rotating Plant-Based Pasta$28.00

Large Plates

12oz Striploin$65.00

28oz Bone-In Ribeye$115.00

Steelhead$49.00

Chicken Parm$34.00

Burger$25.00

Desserts

Pistachio Cheesecake$18.00

Lemon Tiramisu$12.00

Chocolate Brownie$13.00

Affogato$8.00

Passionfruit Sorbet$6.00

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