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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, Vancouver, BC

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

4.8 (9085)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 115 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Joe Fortes has been specializing in classic, American cuisine since 1985. The turn-of-the-century inspired dining room features 30-foot high ceilings and six unique dining venues that include our Rooftop Garden. Director of Culinary, Wayne Sych, and Executive Chef, Ryan Green, prepare each dish with a focus on natural flavours and features the finest ingredients from Pacific Northwest farmers, fishermen, and other food artisans. Serving more than 30 kinds of fresh fish, premium oysters and thick chops daily, Joe’s signature dishes have become a favourite with locals, celebrities & tourists alike. Joe’s is known as the best oyster bar in Vancouver and is home to some of North America's best oyster shuckers. Our award winning wine list features over 200 selections from prominent wine regions throughout the world. Enjoy a delicious cocktail at our bar with live piano music nightly or on our seasonal Rooftop Garden. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Green
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: (604) 669-1940
  • Neighbourhood
    West End
  • Cross Street
    Robson
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and ten-minute walk from Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Joe's Blue Plate Lunch

    $0.00 - $19.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for the lunch you never knew you needed: Joe's Blue Plates. Each day of the week has its own special offering at $19 each. Reserve your table today to make your lunch break unforgettable! Monday - Prawn Linguine Tuesday - Jerk Chicken Wednesday - Panko Crusted Pacific Cod Thursday - Blackened Chicken Linguine Friday - Thai BBQ Chicken *Available while quantities last.
    Joe's Blue Plate Lunch photo

Private dining

What 9,085 people are saying

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Seafood

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Most Booked

  • Vancouver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House in Vancouver delights with its "great food" and "excellent service." Known for a lively atmosphere, the restaurant offers a memorable dining experience with standout seafood dishes. While the ambiance can be noisy, the attentive staff ensures a welcoming visit. Many patrons express that it "never disappoints."
9,085 Reviews
  1. Verona

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the specials of the day provided. Our server was classy and provided excellent service. Overall I would come back again!

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  2. Lynn

    Virginia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at Joe Fortes. Donna, our server, was extremely attentive but not overwhelmingly. She was knowledgeable with recommendations and we never felt rushed. We enjoyed our meal of salmon and filet, which were perfectly prepared. The mussels appetizer was out of this world!!!

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  3. Alex

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eh have been dining at Joes for years and as alway had a Fantastic experience. Service was top notch everyone was friendly and focused on making the experience great. The only criticism I would give is When being greeted at the door and being told there is a 2 hour dining limit feels a little petty if I wanted to feel rushed I would go somewhere else.

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  4. Daryll

    Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was excellent ! Best service ever. Great sized portions. Perfection.

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  5. Gabriel VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lively restaurant Good service The menu is varied with emphasis in seafood and steaks The food was pretty decent

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  6. Brent

    Sydney5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. Food was delicious and Matt, our server was wonderful. If you are in Vancouver it is not to be missed but book early as it is very popular.

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  7. Mark VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food quality was just absolutely fantastic, the service was over the top. Such a huge selection of fresh fish and oysters. Great steaks too you just can’t go wrong.

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  8. Misty VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were exceptional. Food was from the brunch menu, but the kitchen was very accommodating, and allowed me to order a lunch item that was not on the brunch menu. Service was solicitous, without being obsequious. We were discussing a winery (Bread and Butter), and a server walking by (not ours) overheard us, and immediately asked if he could bring us some bread and butter! We look forward to our next visit.

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  9. Loren

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious as usual! What a great restaurant. 40 years and still going strong!

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  10. Kim

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nostalgic brunch visit to celebrate a birthday. Our server was lovely, attentive, and funny. Overall the food was quite nice, although the lobster in the benny was a little rubbery, and the chicken in the chicken and waffles was dry. The desserts (crème brulé, cheesecake, pavlova, and ice cream) were good. The decor is a little tired. Chairs in the entry way look dirty and aren’t in good shape. The brass and carpets are classic Joe Fortes, but the fabric on the bench seating (at least upstairs) needs a redo. Overall, I love this place. Just needs a bit of surface TLC.

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FAQs

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is rated 4.8 stars by 9085 OpenTable diners.

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  2. Canada
  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
  4. Vancouver
  5. West End

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 115 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Robson
  • Neighbourhood
    West End
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and ten-minute walk from Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Green
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: (604) 669-1940
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