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Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver
Price: Very Expensive•European•4.9(328)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.Rajio
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.9(143)Located in the heart of Vancouver, Rajio Japanese Public House is one of the top restaurants offering an authentic taste of Japan. As an izakaya with a focus on kushikatsu, Rajio brings the flavors of Oosaka to the city. This cozy Japanese restaurant offers a wide range of delicious food, from crispy fried skewers (kushikatsu) to fresh sushi and hearty ramen. Whether you're craving classic izakaya dishes or seeking out an authentic Japanese dining experience, Rajio Japanese Public House is a must-visit in Vancouver.
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Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.9(215)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.
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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 PERSONZarak by Afghan Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Afghan•4.9(1,583)Zarak by Afghan Kitchen is an elevated Afghan dining destination with an innovative bar program.
A narrative of hope and humility, passion for the tradition and history of Afghanistan, refined dishes, not straying away from the integrity of mum's recipes.
**Kindly note that we leave lots of tables open for walk-in for brunch service**
We accept online bookings for 1 -7 guests. To book a party larger than 7 guests, please email hello@zarakvancouver.com
Thank you, and we can't wait to meet you soon.
Apollonia Greek Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Greek•4.8(652)Apollonia is a Greek restaurant specializing in mainland cuisine located just steps from Granville Island. Our mission is to provide each and every guest with an authentic Greek dining experience beyond antiquity. In order to achieve this, we prepare each dish as simple as possible.Bravo
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(329)Winner of Vancouver Magazines Best New Restaurant of 2024, Bravo is a seafood-forward restaurant serving up oysters from coast to coast, dry-aged fish, fresh pasta, coastal wines and more in the Fraserhood area. We look forward to having you dine with us!
Peya
Price: Expensive•French / Indian•4.7(13)Peya means Lover, Drink, Sip in Hindi, which resonated with our vision of 'Come for a drink, a bite, an indulgence, an experience- for the lovers of flavour and craft, and for moments most loved'. The restaurant is a celebration of tradition and innovation, rooted in the warmth of Indian hospitality and the precision of French gastronomy.Afternoon Tea - Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.6(1,263)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
Desi Indian Lounge
Price: Expensive•Indian•4.8(10)Namaste!
Desi Indian Lounge brings the heritage flavors of India to the heart of Downtown Vancouver. Oasis of modern interiors with velvety seats and soothing background music makes Desi Lounge perfect place to celebrate your special moments.
Executive Chef Balvant Ajagaonkar, exceptional artist of culinary ,shares his passion and high end experience towards multisensory journey of ethnic spices and recipes from various regions of India. Each dish is carefully curated with a combination of handpicked ingredients that perfectly pairs with our selection of cocktails.
Cocktail menu designed by award winner Mixologist Dylan Riches, with inspiration from key ingredients of different Indian provinces like Gajar Halwa for Harvest Reverie from Punjab, Himalayan salt from Parvati valley and famous cutting chai from city of dreams "Mumbai".
JJs Restaurant at VCC
Price: Expensive•Canadian•4.7(317)JJ’s Restaurant is a Vancouver institution. Both the kitchen and front of house are run by students who are in their 2nd level of cook training. Enjoy a three-course a la carte lunch which is reasonably priced and produced with the highest level of passion and care by students with the guidance of their Chef Instructors. If you are interested in a group booking please email culinaryarts@vcc.ca. Chef's Table dinner is a set menu, and courses can not be changed due to guest preferences. We have these specific proteins on the menu to further the student's knowledge in the program.
Please note that JJ’s and Chef’s Table service may be interrupted by inclement weather, including extreme heat or significant snowfalls. VCC makes this precaution to keep the staff and customers safe. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
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- LLouVancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews4.0Dined todayHad a great server. Food came quickly. Was celebrating a birthday and they brought a very nice desert on the house. Food prices and dining out are high including here.More infoThe Keg Steakhouse + Bar - YaletownPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Yaletown•4.6
- KKaelaVIPVancouver / British Columbia •13 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoAlicia was amazing - she was so knowledgeable about the menu, always topped up our wine and made sure we had everything we needed.More infoDovetailPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Yaletown•4.8
- AAndrewVancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe hard a great time ! Gilbert was an amazing server!!!More infoSocial Corner YaletownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Yaletown•4.6
- AAaronVIPVancouver / British Columbia •11 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood and service was perfect thanks for a wonderful nightMore infoHomer Street Cafe & BarPrice: Expensive• Rotisserie Chicken• Yaletown•4.8
- BBobbyLas Vegas •8 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat waiter great service will be back to enjoy the patio with my dog againMore infoEarls Kitchen + Bar - Yaletown - VancouverPrice: Expensive• American• Yaletown•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Vancouver include Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant, Miku Restaurant - Vancouver and Nightingale
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Vancouver are Neverland Tea Salon - Vancouver, Miku Restaurant - Vancouver and Zarak by Afghan Kitchen
Bottomless brunch in Vancouver is available at Maxine's Cafe & Bar, Zarak by Afghan Kitchen and The Lunch Lady
The most romantic restaurant in Vancouver is Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant
Restaurants in Vancouver with a great view include Dockside Restaurant, Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant and Miku Restaurant - Vancouver